Small Business Administration/Management
Program Availability
Schools Offering
166
259 total including inactive
States
26
Across 26 states
Graduates (2025)
1,595
Total completions
Small Business Administration/Management is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 26 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Georgia and Illinois.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$136,550
Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers
Job Growth
+4.5%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$1,380
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $475 to $11,295, and the work is primarily mixed with light physical demands — suited for people-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; helping and working with people
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Organization
- Data management
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Helping others
- Teaching
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; helping and working with people?
Do you value active listening?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Small Business Administration/Management?
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