Why Major in Business?

Employers need versatile business professionals to evaluate and respond to their organizations' challenges. Build a strong foundation by earning a bachelor’s degree in business. It will provide a broad understanding of core business disciplines, immersion in one of six 18-credit key business sectors, and the required internship can prepare you to achieve your career goals or start your own business.  

Business Options

Choose one Business Option:

  • Accounting (or see the separate Bachelor of Science in Accounting major)
  • Business Analytics
  • Financial Services
  • Health Services
  • Management and Marketing
  • Individualized (an approved interdisciplinary program)

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You might thrive in the business major if you...

  • Want to develop the broad operations knowledge necessary to become an adaptable business professional.
  • Are interested in learning business theory and practice in a collaborative learning environment.
  • Want to master transferable business skills

Business Careers

Job Growth

Occupations in business and financial operations are expected to grow by roughly 1.7 million jobs through 2033.*  

*Bureau of Labor Statistics 

Job Titles and Median Salaries

  • Administrative Director: $107,000
  • General and Operations Manager: $101,000
  • Sales Manager: $138,000

Career and Professional Development: Setting You Up for Success

From your first day at Penn State Abington, you can access tools provided by the Career and Professional Development team to prepare for the future. 

  • On-campus networking opportunities
  • Internships
  • Supports such as resume reviews and mock interviews
     

Coursework

Courses concentrate on developing the vital knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in business, including 

  • Project management
  • International business
  • Finance, economics, marketing
  • Business Analytics

The Student Experience

Alexa Morley smiling with Lion Shrine statue

I've be able to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing my skills in event planning, resource management, and human resources. Penn State Abington has equipped me with academic knowledge and leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

Alexa Morley, Business degree with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Read more about Alexa's internship, Margaret Germer/Ruth Taub Business Leadership Scholarship, and experience with the campus LaunchBox. 

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