Business administrators act as the backbone of any company or organization, ensuring everyone and everything functions as efficiently and effectively as possible. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), overall employment in business and financial occupations … Continue reading 6 BS in Business Administration Skills That Employers Seek in Graduates
A master’s in Business Administration (MBA) equips candidates with a competitive skill set and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic and ever-changing business landscape. And in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), overall employment … Continue reading Top 5 Industries for MBA Graduates to Launch a Career
In the fast-paced world of finance, real-world experience is the key to success. At University of Bridgeport, students in professor Congsheng Wu’s Financial Derivatives and Risk Management class recently demonstrated their prowess by securing 11th place in the CME Group … Continue reading UB Finance Students Place in the Top 5% of the World in a Global Trading Challenge
With an average of about 911,400 job openings projected each year for business and financial occupations, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), it’s not surprising that many students will pursue business degrees. Not to mention that … Continue reading Four High-Paying Jobs with a Business Administration Degree
Every day before class, University of Bridgeport professor Sharon Kratochvil takes an hour-long walk with her border collie, Callie, in a nature preserve near her home. This practice of shinrin-yoku, “forest bathing,” gives her time with nature to clear her … Continue reading Telling Data Stories: Prof. Sharon Kratochvil Inspires the Next Generation of Analysts
Business degrees are highly versatile and extremely popular among students due to the broad scope of careers students can pursue after graduation and the higher-than-average salaries in those careers. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), … Continue reading What is a Business Administration Degree All About?
Got a great idea for a business? Counting down the minutes until you are finally in charge of your own company? Have you heard you have the mind of an entrepreneur? If you answered yes to any of those questions, … Continue reading What Should You Major in If You Want to Start Your Own Business?
Successful business leaders have many innate skills, but authentic leadership talent comes from experience, desire, and commitment to learning. For this reason, candidates pursue a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) program to grow their leadership skills and advance their knowledge … Continue reading Five Key Leadership Skills Developed in an MBA Program
If you are passionate about playing or coaching sports, consider a diverse and rewarding career in sports management. Sports managers are the glue that ties the athletes to their team and organization, whether that manager is running a professional sports … Continue reading What is the Role of Sports Management in Professional Athletics?
In almost every industry, data reigns supreme. It’s how businesses, corporations, and organizations optimize their performance to perform more effectively and efficiently, maximize their profit, and make more strategically-guided decisions. This trend won’t subside as businesses seek more sophisticated approaches … Continue reading The Power of Data Analytics in Business
Do you dream of owning your own business one day? Or would you rather keep your options open to various roles across different industries? Regardless of your answer, you’ve likely looked at majoring in business and, even more specifically, majoring … Continue reading Business Administration Degree vs. Entrepreneurship: What’s the Difference?
Since 1981, business and financial professionals have depended on the Bloomberg Terminal for the real-time data, news, and analytics they need to make the decisions that matter. By providing access to almost any information business professionals need about global markets … Continue reading How the Bloomberg Lab Enhances Business Education
In addition to personal interests and goals, students often decide on their academic major based on their career desires, the expected salary, and that career’s outlook. Career outlook refers to the projected rate of growth or declines in employment in … Continue reading What is the Career Outlook for a Business Administration Degree?
Online education has been rising steadily since 2013. According to federal data, in the 2018-19 academic year, the number of students taking online classes reached over 1.2 million. However, this trend has grown exponentially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Colleges and … Continue reading Should I Get My MBA Online or In-Person?
Earning an associate degree in Business Administration can save students time and money, while laying the groundwork for a successful career. Learn more! Continue reading What are the Benefits of an Associate Degree in Business?
A Bachelor’s of Business Administration offers a high likelihood of job satisfaction due to the variety of career options. Learn more. Continue reading Will an Online Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration Offer Job Satisfaction?
UB finance students won second place in the 2022 CME Group University Trading Challenge. Learn about the team’s experience with derivative trading. Continue reading UB Finance Students Win Second Prize in Global Trading Challenge
Learn about the leadership initiatives UB alum Shamare Holmes has taken through LiveGirl to mentor and build confidence in young women to become future leaders. Continue reading UB Alum Helps Teach Leadership to Girls of All Ages