The Bachelor of Science in Business Management is a four-year degree program offered by online and traditional institutions. The objective of this degree is to teach students advanced skills in business, operational proficiencies and management philosophies. Courses within this degree program may include marketing, corporate finance, business research methods, business management, accounting and public relations. According to PayScale, the average salary for graduates of this degree ranges from $42,112 to $82,819 (as of 2010). Actual salary is dependent on the type of job obtained upon graduating.
An Associate of Science in Business program is a two-year degree educating students in interpersonal and technical skills to work in the modern day business environment. Students are taught technical aspects of business as well as human behavior. To graduate from an Associate of Science in Business program students must complete required general core courses, major-specific courses and general electives. This degree can also be transferred to a four-year institution to gain a Bachelor of Science in Business. As of 2010, the average salary for graduates of this degree ranges from $32,000 per year to $45,009 per year, according to PayScale.
A Master of Science in Business Administration is an advanced degree obtainable after successfully graduating from a bachelor degree program. This degree teaches students advanced business disciplines in administrative and managerial contexts. This degree can be earned online or by attending a traditional university. Courses commonly taught include financial accounting, financial management, IT strategies, human behavior in organizations as well as statistical analysis. A Master of Science in Business Administration can be earned within 20 to 24 months; however, the exact time frame depends on the school you attend as well as the number of courses completed per semester. As of 2010, the average salary for a graduate of this degree can range from $80,993 per year to $155, 468 per year, according to PayScale.