Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's degree · Rio Salado College · Tempe, AZ
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$76,264Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
38Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Rio Salado College earn a median of $76,264. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,733 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,704–$67,604).
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Associate's degree) at other Arizona schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix College Phoenix | $56,057 | — |
| University of Phoenix-Arizona Phoenix | $43,227 | $20,942 |
| Brookline College-Tucson Tucson | $42,749 | $18,658 |
| Brookline College-Phoenix Phoenix | $42,749 | $18,658 |
| American InterContinental University System Chandler | $29,996 | $22,586 |
| Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute Glendale | $23,907 | $26,166 |
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$39,074
Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Rio Salado College make?
The median salary is $76,264 and $76,264 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.