Business Programs, Careers and Pay

Ways into business

1. 1

   Associate degree

   A two-year business or accounting degree can lead to bookkeeping and office roles, and usually transfers into a bachelor's program.

2. 2

   Bachelor's in accounting

   The usual entry to accountant and auditor jobs. Becoming a CPA requires 150 credit hours in most states, more than a typical bachelor's degree.

3. 3

   Bachelor's in business or HR

   A Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) or a human resources degree leads to HR, operations and management roles.

4. 4

   MBA and master's degrees

   A graduate business degree is common for senior management and can be earned part time or online while working.

Business pay by state