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Sunday, 18 May 2014

Business Studies- An Investment for Your future


Wondering about why you should pursue Business Studies? Then read on...

Want to earn a rewarding salary and achieve professional success? Then a degree/diploma in Business Education is the perfect way to achieve your dreams. Currently there is a high demand for business graduates across the globe. The skills you will learn in business Schools will that help you to succeed in every field.

What are the Different Types of Business Degrees?

With the growth of globalised business and trade, the demand for skilled and trained executives and managers have increased manifold. You need to gain specialised skills and knowledge to get an edge over your competition. 

But Why Should You Study Business?


  • Earn High Salary and Get Loaded...
If you are looking forward to a career that offers an attractive salary with great future prospects, then a business degree/diploma would be an excellent option for you. 

According to the US 2013-14 PayScale College Salary Report, the average starting salary for business graduates is US$43,500 and the average mid-career salary is US$71,000. 

  • Salary for Different Specialisations:

                                                     Average Starting Salary (US$)    Average Mid-Career Salary (US$)

Finance                                                          $49,200                                 $87,100

Accounting                                                     $45,300                                 $74,900

Marketing Management                                 $42,100                                 $80,200

International Business                                    $43,800                                 $83,700

Human Resources                                           $38,000                                 $63,900

Organizational Management                          $41,900                                 $60,300



According to the TopMBA.com Jobs & Salary Trends Report, the average salary for MBA graduates is almost US$109,200 in the US and Canada. In Australia, as an MBA graduate you can expect an average salary of US$117,800.


  • Outstanding Career Prospects...



There is a high demand for business graduates across industries worldwide. 9 out of every 10 business graduates in 2013 were employed within 6 months of completing their graduation.







According to the Graduate Management Admission Council, the employment rate for MBAs -

Year                                       Percentage

Class of 2013                          92

Class of 2012                          90

Class of 2009                          85



  • Explore Wide Range of Job Opportunities...

A business management degree will enable you to explore various job opportunities and work in your preferred industry. You can easily get hired in different managerial positions in various sectors like banking, insurance, media, medicine etc.

  • Prepare to Start Your Own Business...

Business studies can teach you the right skills and provide you the tools that you will need to begin your own business venture. You will learn to manage finance, operations and marketing of your business. 

Having a business degree will also increase your chances of attracting investors and funding.


  • Cash-in on Excellent Networking Opportunities...

Business studies provide you excellent opportunities for expanding your network and connect with various professors and professionals. This opens up new avenues for business partnerships and connections.

Established businesses claim that 47% of their business is generated through effective networking.


  • Expand Your Business Skills...

Having formal business training will improve your abilities so that you can manage operations, create business plans, control costs, analyze data and make effective strategic decisions for future growth.


  • Learn to Manage People Effectively...

A business management degree/diploma will enable you to supervise and manage your staff and employees efficiently. You will learn how to motivate them and deal with employee grievances efficiently.


  • Great Scope for Your Personal Development...

Business education also helps you in your personal growth and development. You will be able to -
  • Exercise Leadership in Communities
  • Improve Your Analytical and Creative Thinking
  • Improve Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Develop Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Analyse Problems and Find Solutions
  • Make Better Decisions
  • Identify and Deal with Ethical Issues
  • Easily Adapt To Ambiguity, Complexity and Uncertainty 




  • Strengthen Your Future with Further Education...

After you business studies, you can opt for further education in different disciplines like Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business and Computing/ICT. If you are an undergrad, then you can opt to study MBA to improve your expertise in specific business areas.

Some professional qualifications you may pursue-


  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)  
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)   
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)  
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)  
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)  
  • Common Professional Examination (CPE) 
  • Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) 


  • So...What Can You Do as a Business Graduate?

Around 75% of all business graduates get employed within 6 months of graduating. 

Almost a 5th among them are employed as finance, HR and business professionals in fields like insurance, human resources, banking, business consultancy, chartered accountancy, tax, marketing etc.

Over 12% of business graduates opt for higher studies or balance work and education at the same time.


  • Destinations for Business Graduates-

                                                                Percentage

Employed                                                   73.4

Further study                                              6.6

Working and studying                                5.1

Unemployed                                              10

Other                                                         4.8




Still Wondering about Why You Should Pursue Business Studies? Don’t! 


With your business degree, you will develop comprehensive knowledge of business management and operations and acquire essential skills for your targeted field.

You will get the opportunity to explore different fields in a global context and gain various valuable transferable skills during the process.