Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's degree · Grand Valley State University · Allendale, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Grand Valley State University earn a median of $57,760 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $68,257 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,618–$93,584). Median debt is $25,000, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $93,674 | $19,000 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $71,253 | $21,500 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $62,359 | $25,647 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $57,102 | $26,743 |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $56,347 | $26,000 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $55,660 | $25,000 |
| Baker College Owosso | $55,372 | $28,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $53,605 | $27,000 |
| Cornerstone University Grand Rapids | $53,327 | $25,000 |
| Northwood University Midland | $51,943 | $19,325 |
| Davenport University Grand Rapids | $51,384 | $24,907 |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $51,204 | $26,250 |
| Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills | $50,673 | $27,317 |
| Cleary University Howell | $50,573 | $21,999 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $50,528 | $28,627 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Grand Valley State University make?
The median salary is $57,760 one year after graduation and $83,452 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.