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Gannon University believes in the many possible paths entrepreneurs can follow. Whether you want to be a purchasing manager, business consultant, human resources manager, sales manager, property manager, training and labor relation specialist, or one of the many other types of business professionals, Gannon’s business administration program can help you explore the extensive and diversified career opportunities in today’s rapidly changing global economy.

As a business administration major, you will develop the knowledge and skills corporations, government and nonprofit agencies seek, and you will learn about the many ways in which you can succeed as an entrepreneur in this highly competitive field. Graduates of business administration will gain flexibility and a sound foundation in the functional areas of business that will help them pursue their professional endeavors. Many business administration positions provide considerable responsibilities to people early on in their careers. In addition, the immense growth of entrepreneurial ventures in today’s economy offers business graduates the chance to be empowered small business owners. Other excellent career opportunities include property and real estate management, restaurant management, education administration, health service management, international business and marketing.

Advanced Business Technology Certificate

The Advanced Business Technology Certificate is a value added approach to business courses. Some business courses will offer the option of taking a one credit advanced business technology session, which integrates advanced instruction in the application of computer technology with the content of specific courses. Students completing a minimum of six one-credit advanced business technology courses during their studies at Gannon will earn this certificate. The certificate will serve as one source of evidence for students to confirm to potential employers that they have advanced knowledge, skills and abilities to use technology-based business applications to improve their job performance.

College Connections

The Dahlkemper School of Business Administration at Gannon has received accreditation from the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), making Gannon the first business school in northwestern Pennsylvania with both undergraduate and graduate programs that are nationally accredited.

All Gannon business students have the opportunity to participate in many professional business organizations, including: the Gannon Accounting Club, Student Investment Trust, Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Gannon Student Advertising Club, Delta Mu Delta Honorary Business Fraternity and Marketing Club.

The Small Business Development Center on Gannon’s campus provides students with a unique opportunity to work on projects and assignments for area businesses through classes and internships.

The Gannon Advantage

• Students at Gannon enjoy internships, co-ops and study abroad opportunities. In addition everyone completes our "Liberal Studies Core" -- 39 credits that will help prepare you for life.
• Gannon's Career Development Services Office reports that 97% of Gannon's recent graduates are employed or are enrolled in graduate studies.
• On our urban campus, students can enjoy all the conveniences of city living while feeling at home in Gannon's caring community.
• An overall 13:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that students receive the genuine commitment and personal attention they are seeking.
• Gannon's Career Service Center helps students search for graduate school or job opportunities, develop interviewing skills and design a professional resume.
• Over 70 clubs and organizations as well as 18 NCAA Division II athletics provide students the chance to be involved.