Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's degree · Northern Essex Community College · Haverhill, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Northern Essex Community College earn a median of $46,439 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 $11,000, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Associate's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Wachusett Community College Gardner | $43,503 | $12,000 |
| Quinsigamond Community College Worcester | $42,028 | $14,415 |
| Roxbury Community College Roxbury Crossing | $41,032 | — |
| Massasoit Community College Brockton | $38,255 | — |
| Middlesex Community College Bedford | $36,446 | $6,500 |
| Bunker Hill Community College Boston | $34,817 | $7,100 |
| Holyoke Community College Holyoke | $33,500 | $7,874 |
| Bristol Community College Fall River | $32,452 | $7,700 |
| Massachusetts Bay Community College Wellesley Hills | $32,202 | $6,480 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Northern Essex Community College make?
The median salary is $46,439 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.