Obtaining a degree in business can also significantly increase your earning potential.
For example, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the average wage
for Louisiana workers across occupations and levels of education in May 2008 was
$35,620, which is $17.12 per hour. In comparison, many careers that generally require
a degree in business, such as management occupations and business and finance operations
occupations, made significantly more. In May of 2008, management occupations in
Louisiana paid an average annual wage of $79,510 ($38.23 per hour), while business
and finance operations occupations paid an annual average wage of $51,550 ($24.78
per hour).
Begin to build the foundation for your Louisiana business career by finding an accredited
school offering online or campus-based business degrees that will give you the education
and skills you need to succeed. Find the program that is right for you by browsing
our comprehensive list of schools offering accredited business degree programs for
Louisiana students, listed below.