Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's degree · Portland State University · Portland, OR
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Portland State University earn a median of $99,771 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 $39,595, about 40% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's degree) at other Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| George Fox University Newberg | $93,866 | $41,000 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $89,393 | $46,000 |
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $89,393 | $46,000 |
| University of Portland Portland | $87,596 | $44,281 |
| Willamette University Salem | $86,704 | $72,115 |
| Pacific University Forest Grove | $86,143 | $44,500 |
| Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies Portland | $71,964 | — |
| Warner Pacific University Portland | $71,964 | — |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $71,036 | $78,528 |
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $69,812 | $41,000 |
| Eastern Oregon University La Grande | $64,934 | $37,146 |
| Corban University Salem | $58,644 | — |
| Bushnell University Eugene | $55,071 | $23,257 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Portland State University make?
The median salary is $99,771 one year after graduation and $129,008 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $39,595.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.