Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's degree · Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Arkansas State University earn a median of $71,917 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $103,485 four years after graduating (middle half: $69,982–$153,484). Median debt is $25,501, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $164,382 | $40,962 |
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $97,090 | $23,552 |
| Harding University Searcy | $88,820 | $25,230 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $76,761 | $34,523 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham LIttle Rock | $71,002 | $31,915 |
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $65,149 | $16,000 |
| Strayer University-Arkansas Little Rock | $64,745 | $75,005 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $62,134 | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $59,304 | $29,480 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Arkansas State University make?
The median salary is $71,917 one year after graduation and $79,149 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,501.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.