Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's degree · South Dakota State University · Brookings, SD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,439Median earnings 3 years after
$64,560Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
13Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at South Dakota State University earn a median of $54,439. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $68,257 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,618–$93,584).
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's degree) at other South Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Augustana University Sioux Falls | $50,516 | $24,250 |
| National American University-Rapid City Rapid City | $48,827 | $28,458 |
| University of South Dakota Vermillion | $47,107 | $20,824 |
| Black Hills State University Spearfish | $45,682 | $27,000 |
| Dakota State University Madison | $44,748 | $20,508 |
| University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls | $44,301 | $20,500 |
| Northern State University Aberdeen | $43,667 | $23,000 |
| Mount Marty University Yankton | $39,625 | $22,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from South Dakota State University make?
The median salary is $54,439 and $64,560 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.