Management, General
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Undergraduate Major
Allendale • Face to face • 120 Credits
The general management program teaches a broad curriculum of business operations and management principles.
Overview
Students who strive to become leaders in a world of constant change and intense competition are given opportunities for theoretical and experiential learning through coursework and internships. The program covers diverse areas of management, allowing for the combination of interests in human resources, management information systems, operations management, and more.
You will engage in a comprehensive curriculum that includes courses in financial and managerial accounting, economics, managerial finance, business processes, and management information systems. Courses in operations management, administrative policy, and various ethics and business electives tailor your education to your unique goals.
The program integrates current and emerging technologies into courses, offering unique experiential learning opportunities. Faculty members bring a blend of academic achievement and professional experience, providing industry knowledge in the classroom and beyond. Local and international companies actively recruit for paid internships and entry-level positions, and upper-division courses are taken in the vibrant business environment of downtown Grand Rapids, MI.
Admission Information
Seidman's Early Access Program
Each year, the Seidman College of Business allows early access into the business college to a select few individuals as first-year students. This honor is reserved for students who have received a 3.500 or higher high school GPA.
Seidman Success Standards
For students not part of Seidman’s Early Access program, the Seidman
College of Business permits access to upper-level (300-400) business
courses after meeting the following Seidman Success Standards:
1.
Have earned at least 55 semester hours (junior status)
2.
Established a 2.500 or higher overall GPA; and
3. Completed the
following courses with a 2.500 or higher combined GPA: ACC 212, BUS
201, ECO 210, ECO 211, MGT 268, STA 215
Seidman College of Business
gvsu.edu/seidman
50 Front
Avenue SW
3057 L. William Seidman Center
Grand Rapids, MI
49504
(616) 331-7500
Admissions and Recruitment Office
Career Opportunities
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
Top skills- Management of Personnel Resources
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Time Management
- Reading Comprehension
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 91,274.72 | 10% |
| $114,356.62 | 25% |
| $136,128.00 | 50% |
| $168,494.66 | 75% |
| $212,637.51 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Top skills- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 59,341.26 | 10% |
| $ 75,536.93 | 25% |
| $ 98,308.79 | 50% |
| $125,638.21 | 75% |
| $152,413.45 | 90% |
Direct or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.
Top skills- Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Speaking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 59,018.69 | 10% |
| $ 74,875.31 | 25% |
| $ 97,328.37 | 50% |
| $127,592.55 | 75% |
| $165,869.74 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.
Top skills- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 38,620.40 | 10% |
| $ 58,830.42 | 25% |
| $ 83,745.24 | 50% |
| $120,018.94 | 75% |
| $202,197.82 | 90% |
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Top skills- Judgment and Decision Making
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Management of Financial Resources
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,486.94 | 10% |
| $104,890.51 | 25% |
| $170,461.86 | 50% |
| $292,639.42 | 75% |
| $445,378.47 | 90% |
85%
GVSU Students Receive Offers Before Graduation
1000+
Employers Participate in GVSU Career Events
"One of the Top Public Universities in America"
- Niche.com
Scholarships
Grand Valley State University offers a wide variety of merit-based
scholarships. For information on all of the scholarships that are
available to students, please visit Scholarships at GVSU.
Grand Valley offers myScholarships
(a scholarship matching tool) to help admitted students match
with GVSU scholarships, as well as external scholarship opportunities.
myScholarships will prompt you to answer questions to help match you
to scholarships for which you might qualify.
Student Organizations
Getting involved and staying engaged with our vibrant campus community help you make the most of your Grand Valley experience. Attending student life events, joining a student organization, or participating in campus recreation opportunities are all fantastic ways to maximize your college years:
Career Advising
Whether you are a first-year student, a transfer student, or a current student thinking about your career options, advising is an important part of your academic journey.
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