Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Michigan State University earn a median of $117,756 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 $51,250, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $160,286 | $56,932 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $104,388 | $42,330 |
| Lawrence Technological University Southfield | $99,853 | $82,000 |
| Kettering University Flint | $98,414 | $31,796 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $94,679 | $49,260 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $93,398 | $36,424 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $92,202 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $91,379 | $25,785 |
| Walsh College Troy | $88,535 | $39,394 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $83,229 | $43,731 |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $80,303 | $35,440 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $77,865 | $33,949 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $77,265 | $34,223 |
| Madonna University Livonia | $76,862 | — |
| Northwood University Midland | $73,896 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Michigan State University make?
The median salary is $117,756 one year after graduation and $129,236 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $51,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.