Business Administration
The business program provides the students with the basic introduction to the primary functional areas of business, and the opportunity to pursue a limited specialization in one or more specific functional areas. Additionally, these courses allow the students the opportunity to develop a substantive business knowledge prior to choosing an area of specialization.
A student majoring in a departmental program will be required to maintain a minor in an area of interest outside the department. If a student wishes to have more than one specialization, there must be three courses or nine semester hours in each specialization that are not counted in any other specialization.
Contact the Department
Business Administration & Economics Department
Georgetown College
400 East College Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
www.georgetowncollege.edu/bua/
Career Ideas for a Business Administration Major
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ACCOUNTING |
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Plan on a five-year program to meet requirements for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) status. Develop advanced computer skills. Gain related experience through internships. Become familiar with specialized certification programs. Develop mathematical and problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills, the ability to work well with people, a high energy level, and an attention to detail. |
ECONOMICS |
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Earn a graduate degree for advanced positions. Develop a strong background in math and statistics. Learn to think in theoretical terms and apply knowledge to practical situations. Gain experience through an internship. |
FINANCE |
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Take additional courses in math, statistics, and accounting to develop strong quantitative skills. Develop strong interpersonal and communication skills. Cultivate an eye for detail. Gain experience through internships or summer and part-time positions. Join student professional associations in the field of finance. |
GENERAL BUSINESS |
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Gain leadership experience through participation in student organizations. Get hands-on experience in area of interest through part-time and summer jobs or internships. Develop a career direction and convey area of interest to employers. |
MANAGEMENT |
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Develop strong interpersonal and communication skills. Obtain leadership roles in student organizations. Get related experience in area of interest through internships or part-time and summer jobs. Build competency in statistics and computer systems for operations management. |
MARKETING |
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Obtain sales experience through jobs and internships. Develop excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate a high energy level. Get leadership experience. Obtain an MBA for most brand management, consulting, and research opportunities. |
STATISTICS |
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Acquire advanced knowledge of computers. Take additional courses in accounting, marketing, economics, and finance. Complete a co-op or internship. |
TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS |
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Gain experience through part-time and summer jobs or internships. Develop information technology, analytical, and quantitative skills through courses and work. Participate in leadership of student organizations. Develop decision-making ability. Learn to work well in a team and to work effectively with a wide variety of people. |
General Information
- General business is a broad area that leads to many opportunities. Students should clearly define their goals and seek related experiences to reach those goals.
- Gaining relevant experience through part-time and summer jobs or internships is critical.
- Many desirable skills can be developed through participation in and leadership of student organizations.
- Get involved in professional associations in field of interest.
- Develop and utilize a personal network of contacts. Once in a position, find a mentor.
- Consider earning an MBA after gaining work experience to reach the highest levels of business management.
- Learn to work well in a team and effectively with a wide variety of people.
- Strong communication skills, including public speaking, are important to achieving success in this field.
Helpful Links
- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
- The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- The American Society of Transportation & Logistics
- Logistics Online
- National Association for Business Economics
- Society for Human Resource Management
- Information for Accounting, Finance, and H.R. Students from SmartPros
- Starting Your Business
- Entrepreneur.Com
- Accountants and Auditors from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Economists and Marketing Research Analysts from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Human Resources, Training and Labor Relations Manager, and Specialists from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Purchasing Managers, Buyers and Purchasing Agents from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Service Sales Agents from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Insurance Sales Agents from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Manager from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Sales Engineers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale Representatives, and Manufacturing from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Financial Managers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Loan Officers and Counselors from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
Prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (2005) UTK is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA /ADEA Employer
