Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's degree · Capella University · Minneapolis, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Capella University earn a median of $80,504 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 $34,121, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $132,950 | $67,943 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $117,374 | $61,317 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $107,540 | — |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $102,478 | $20,500 |
| St Catherine University Saint Paul | $96,358 | $43,423 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $93,025 | $41,000 |
| Bethel University Saint Paul | $88,351 | — |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona | $88,244 | $34,166 |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul | $86,288 | $31,500 |
| Hamline University Saint Paul | $85,774 | $37,725 |
| Bemidji State University Bemidji | $80,651 | — |
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $75,014 | $38,159 |
| University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul | $72,523 | $32,500 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall | $69,142 | — |
| Walden University Minneapolis | $67,326 | $45,581 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Capella University make?
The median salary is $80,504 one year after graduation and $79,520 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,121.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.