BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
WHO CAN I CONTACT FOR HELP?
For career and job-related information:
Stan Inman
(801) 585-5028
350 Student Services Building
(Make an appointment to talk about pursuing jobs, fine-tuning your resume, perfecting your interviewing skills, and negotiating the best possible salary.)
Also available are academic counselors in the David Eccles School of Business
or by calling (801) 581-7676.
WHAT CAN I DO WITH A BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE?
***This degree can lead to many employment areas***
Business -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/business.pdf
International Business -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/international.pdf
Economics -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/economics.pdf
Agricultural Economics and Business -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/agbusiness.pdf
Management -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/management.pdf
Human Resources Management -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/hrd.pdf
Retail/Merchandising Management -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/retail.pdf
Logistics & Transportation Management -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/logistics.pdf
Hospitality Administration -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/hospitality.pdf
Public Administration -
http://career.utk.edu/students/majors/pdf/public.pdf
Finance -
Additional Links
- Who Hires Our Grads? - Visit to see what types of jobs previous U of U Business Administration graduates have gotten.
- Careers-In-Business - This website will help you find information on career fields in business, as well as links to other resources.
- Career Profiles for Business Administration Majors - Summarizes career profiles, job descriptions, salary information, and employment outlook for various economics-related careers.
- Business Development Career Profile - An overview of careers in business development, including skill requirement and career resources. Sponsored by Wetfeet.com
- Human Resources Career Profile - An overview of careers in human resources, including skill requirement and career resources. Sponsored by Wetfeet.com
Typical Career Paths
Business Manager
Collections Assistant Manager
Business Analyst
Risk Analyst
General Manager
Business Development Consultant
Sales Representative/Manager
Insurance Claims Representative
Office Manager
Event Planning
Fiscal Manager
Account Manager
Project Manager
Accountant
Management Trainee
Marketing Specialist
Human Resource Specialist
Administrative Specialist
Credit Analyst
Customer Service Representative/Manager
Target Industries
Any - Business background can be used in all types of industries
Insurance
Hospitality/Restaurants
Nonprofit organizations
Self-Employment
Retail
Banks/Financial Institutions
Government Agencies
WHAT EMPLOYMENT POSSIBILITIES ARE AVAILABLE?
*Important* Go to the Jobs page on this website for great resources.
Internships:
- Career Services Internship Program : Find out about the Career Services Internship program requirements, description, credit information, process.
- U of U Internship Opportunities : Search for Internship opportunities here!
Job Search Websites:
Employers to consider:
ARE THERE STUDENT OR PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS WHERE I SHOULD BE GETTING INVOLVED?
Student:
Professional:
WHAT ABOUT GRADUATE SCHOOL?
- David Eccles School of Business Masters Programs and Services
- Graduate School Resources
- Peterson’s Guide to Graduate Schools
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS RESOURCES:
- University of Utah David Eccles School of Business - School of business website with resources and information for all business majors.
- Utah Business Magazine - Utah's monthly statewide business publication. Contains comprehensive information and rankings about the state's industries.
- CollegeJournal.com - Website sponsored by the Wall Street Journal to assist business students with job search issues. Includes articles, job database, resume builder.
International Interest
Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy
Welcoming Leaders from Around the World
(Internships available)
See also: Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship
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