Business Administration, Management and Operations

Associate's degree · Southern Maine Community College · South Portland, ME

CIP 52.02

$32,052Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,990Median earnings 4 years after
$43,132Median earnings 5 years after
$9,150Median federal debt
109Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Southern Maine Community College earn a median of $32,052 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,733 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,704–$67,604). Median debt is $9,150, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Business Administration, Management and Operations (Associate's degree) at other Maine schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
York County Community College
Wells
$40,980—
Northern Maine Community College
Presque Isle
$38,076—
Central Maine Community College
Auburn
$37,958$12,800

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Southern Maine Community College make?

The median salary is $32,052 one year after graduation and $43,132 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,150.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.