Why a Degree in Administration Management?
An administration management degree will prepare you for a leadership role in a variety of careers. Whether you go on to work in a government, military, nonprofit or business career, this degree will teach you how to work effectively as a team leader.
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Degree Name
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An administration management degree may also be known as a management degree or business administration degree. You may be able to find a more specific degree tailored to your career aspirations, such as a nonprofit administration management degree.
Typical Coursework
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Most students can expect to take courses such as business communications, accounting, human resources, logistics, organizational behavior and business ethics.
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Careers
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An administration management degree can advance you to a leadership position at any business, government or nonprofit organization. Potential job titles include human resources director, executive director, operations manager or chief executive officer (CEO).
Salary
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Salaries vary widely depending on where you live and the company or organization you work for. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that operations managers have a median annual salary of over $103,000, while top executives earn about $150,000.
Job Duties
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An administration management degree is perfect for those who enjoy taking on responsibilities, managing people and working with other businesses. You can expect a lot of organizational work related to your job, and you may need to make efforts to network with other executives.
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