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This page is to help you find out more about online business administration programs, what the courses are, what employers expect, certification, and what you can earn.

Business administration is an administrative or management role concerned with the organization and smooth running of a company.

All organizations needs people with a background in business administration so there are many opportunities for people with qualifications in this field and the salaries are good.  Hence, many students take online business administration programs.  These programs usually have the largest enrolments in most universities.  Some universities have programs in management and leadership that have very similar content to business administration programs, so if you are searching for a program you may wish to check this area as well.

Many students take an online MBA (Masters in Business Administration), which they can complete whilst still in employment.  Graduates of MBAs do get better jobs and considerably higher salaries.  For students who are entrepreneurial or interested in starting their own business, taking an online MBA is important for learning the marketing, financial and management skills that are necessary for success.  Online doctoral (DBA) programs are becoming more popular now.

What is studied in online business administration programs?

Most online Business Administration programs include: accounting, microeconomics, strategic management, organizational management, corporate finance and business ethics.

Some online Business Administration programs allow specialization in various majors. For example, DeVry University has a bachelors degree in business administration with majors including: Accounting; Business Information Systems; Project Management; and, Technical Communication.  Similar specializations can be taken in masters (MBA) programs at University of Phoenix and in doctoral (DBA) programs at Walden University - Online (further details are given below).

Where can you study online business administration?

Many schools offer bachelors, masters an doctoral programs in business administration.  Here a select few:

• DeVry University:
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Accounting
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Business Information Systems
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Finance » Health Services Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Hospitality Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Human Resource Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Operations Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Project Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Sales and Marketing
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Security Management
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship
  • Bachelors in Business Administration - Technical Communication.

• Walden University - Online:
  • M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - General
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Finance
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Information Systems Management
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Leadership
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Marketing
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Social Impact Management
  • Doctor of Business Administration - Technology Entrepreneurship

• University of Phoenix
  • BS in Business with specialization in Administration
  • BS in Business with specialization in Public Administration
  • MBA - Accounting
  • MBA - Global Management
  • MBA - Human Resource Management
  • MBA - Marketing
  • MBA - Technology Management
  • DBA (Doctor of Business Administration)

What can you expect to earn after completing online business administration?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, entry-level positions for those with an Associate or Bachelor degree have an average salary of $38,000. Those who have an MBA can expect to earn over $50,000.

Online business administration programs give you the flexibility to study whilst working