Business Administration
Business Administration
Build a rewarding career in Business Administration without leaving Southeast Texas. Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's program helps you understand how organizations run through coursework in management, marketing, business communication, and computerized office systems that local employers recognize and respect. You'll gain practical skills in leadership, customer service, and day-to-day operations that translate directly into better job prospects and stronger earning potential. Start your path toward a stable, fulfilling future in business and management.
Top Careers in Business Administration
A career in business administration can lead to roles like Business Operations Specialist, Office Manager, Administrative Services Manager, Marketing Specialist, or General Operations Manager. Most professionals build their experience from entry-level positions before advancing into higher-paying work. Starting as an Administrative Assistant or Office Coordinator opens the door to roles in operations and management, while customer service and support positions can lead to supervisory work. With a bachelor's degree, you can grow into roles like Operations Manager or Market Research Analyst. Your training in management, marketing, business communication, and computerized office systems gives you the hands-on foundation to grow into a rewarding career in the field.
Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's hands-on training builds the exact skills Southeast Texas employers want, opening the door to better-paying work. Business operations specialists earn a median of $78,850, while market research analysts and marketing specialists earn a median of $52,530. Entry-level positions provide a solid foundation, while experienced professionals can earn considerably more depending on their role, experience, and employer. It's a clear, practical route to a stable and rewarding future in the field.
Schedule a Meeting
Kara Booth
Adjunct Instructor
Umphrey Industrial Technology Center, Office 201A
Phone: 409-984-6418
Email: boothkn@lamarpa.edu
Kellie Buckner
Instructor
Student Center, Office 411
Phone: 409-984-6378
Email: bucknerkc@lamarpa.edu
Jim Cammack
Instructor
Student Center, Office 405
Phone: 409-984-6386
Email: cammackje@lamarpa.edu
Brian Lynch
Instructor
Student Center, Office 413
Phone: 409-984-6015
Email: lynchb@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
Students are required to take the Texas Success Initiative Exam for this Program of Study.
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| EDUC 1100 | Learning Frameworks | 1 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | United States History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1321 | Business & Professional Communication | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Creative Arts | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| ACCT 2301 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BCIS 1305 | Business Computer Applications | 3 |
| BUSI 1301 | Business Principles | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | United States History II | 3 |
| Third Semester | ||
| ACCT 2302 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ECON 2302 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government | 3 |
| BUSI 1307 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Life and Physical Science | 4 |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| ECON 2301 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government | 3 |
| MATH 1324 | Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Life and Physical Science | 4 |
| ELECTIVE | Language, Philosophy, & Culture | 3 |
| Total | 60 | |
An Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Business Administration credential opens the door to a long career in office administration, operations, marketing, and management. After finishing the program, graduates can:
- Step into the workforce ready to contribute. Graduates often begin as Administrative Assistants, Office Coordinators, Business Operations Specialists, Customer Service Representatives, or Marketing Specialists — roles in steady demand at businesses, government offices, and corporate offices across Southeast Texas and beyond.
- Keep building on your credits. Coursework from the program may count toward additional credentials or related degrees, depending on the college and degree plan. With a marketable skills award, a certificate, and a full Associate of Applied Science, Â鶹Æƽâ°æ lets you advance at the pace that fits your life.
- Continue toward a four-year degree. Once you finish the Associate of Applied Science, you can transfer to a university and pursue a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field, where available.
- Grow into leadership roles. As you gain experience and earn industry credentials in project management, customer service, or office software, doors open to positions like Office Manager, Administrative Services Manager, or General Operations Manager — careers that reward both skill and ambition with strong earning potential.
With these stackable credentials, you can earn a focused business administration qualification, enter the workforce, and continue advancing your skills and career on a timeline that fits your goals.
What is the Business Administration program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ?
The Business Administration program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ trains you for work in offices, businesses, government agencies, and management roles throughout the region. The curriculum covers management, marketing, business communication, and computerized office systems, along with leadership, customer service, and day-to-day operations. Built around the skills employers actually use, it gives you the practical, job-ready knowledge that Southeast Texas businesses value.
What certifications or credentials can I earn through the Business Administration program?
Once you complete the Business Administration program, you can earn a marketable skills award, a certificate, or a full Associate of Applied Science degree. Beyond your degree, you can pursue industry certifications in areas like project management, customer service, or office software — credentials that expand your career options and boost your earning potential.
What kind of jobs can I get with this training?
This training opens doors at businesses, government offices, retail operations, and corporate offices throughout the region. Graduates step into roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, Business Operations Specialist, Customer Service Representative, Marketing Specialist, or Office Manager.
Is the Business Administration program flexible for working adults?
Absolutely. The Business Administration program offers flexible scheduling built around the demands of work and family, so commuters and working adults can pursue their training without putting life on hold. An advisor can help you map out a schedule that fits your goals.
How long does it take to complete the program?
You can finish the Business Administration program on a timeline that suits you. The full Associate of Applied Science takes two years, while a certificate or marketable skills award takes less time. Enrolling in summer terms or earning advanced placement can shorten that path. An advisor will help you choose the schedule that fits your goals.
What is the salary potential for a Business Administration professional?
Pay in business administration reflects both your role and your experience. Drawing on O*NET Online and Texas Workforce Commission data, business operations specialists earn a median of $59,957–$79,494 a year, while market research analysts and marketing specialists earn $48,943–$64,690. Entry-level workers usually start near the lower end of these ranges, though experienced professionals command considerably higher pay. With a bachelor's degree, general and operations managers can earn $59,105–$96,046. Your earnings will depend on where you work, how much experience you bring, and the position you hold. Because demand stays strong, added experience and credentials can move you into well-paid leadership roles down the road.
The Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Advantage
Why choose Â鶹Æƽâ°æ for your business administration education? Our Business Administration program connects you to in-demand careers across Southeast Texas. You'll work hands-on with management, marketing, and business communication, sharpen your leadership and customer service abilities, and master what matters to local employers — strong computerized office systems, confident day-to-day operations, and a firm grasp of how organizations run. Small class sizes, experienced instructors, and deep roots in the regional business community come together to launch your career, all at a price that won't hold you back.