Business Administration

Some students dream to own their own company, others are looking for the best way to get into a good paying job in an ever-changing world. Whether you're looking for a quick path to employability or a foundation for a bachelor's degree, MNE's business administration associate degree is for you.

The business administration program provides students with general training in the basic principles and techniques that are needed to secure an entry-level position in the business sector. Students enrolled in this program are introduced to the fundamentals of economics, accounting, management, and marketing. In addition, some upper-level coursework in human resources and computer applications is provided.The business division also recognizes the importance of basic communication and mathematics, so a significant amount of coursework in the program focuses on the development of these skills.

What can I do with this degree?

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in administration, marketing, manufacturing, and sales. Here's what some of our graduates are doing now:

Sales associates
Accounting assistants, bookkeepers
Human resources assistants
Customer service specialists
Bank clerks
Administrative assistants
Office managers

Other MNE alum have gone on to earn a bachelor's degree at Mercyhurst's Erie Campus and other four-year institutions. Our Internal Transfer Coordinator can help you determine if a move to Mercyhurst's Erie Campus is right for you.