Massachusetts Business and Finance Overview

Succeeding in business in Massachusetts requires persistence, fortitude, creativity and, in most cases, a degree in business conferred by an accredited business degree program. Most entry-level positions in business, accounting, finance or management require at least a bachelors degree in business, while an MBA is the preferred degree level in many cases. Therefore, anyone who intends to succeed as a Massachusetts business professional will need to take the important first step of enrolling in an online or campus-based business degree program.

Online colleges offering Business and MBA programs in Massachusetts


Obtaining a degree in business can also increase your earning potential, whether you are just entering the field or are an experienced professional seeking to expand your career opportunities. The May 2008 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates for Massachusetts, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, notes that workers in all industries in Massachusetts at that time made an annual average wage of $50,990 ($24.52 per hour); whereas, workers in management occupations made an annual average of $114,060 ($54.84 per hour) and those in business and finance operations occupations made an average annual wage of $73,640 ($35.41 per hour). These statistics indicate that earning a degree in business, coupled with ambition and drive, can lead to lucrative careers with much higher than average salaries.

To begin your Massachusetts business career, browse our comprehensive list of schools offering accredited online and campus-based business degree programs, listed below.

Online Colleges Offering Business and Finance Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Campus Colleges Offering Business and Finance Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

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Business Salaries
Public Relations
$60,225
Advertising
$60,310
Certified Public Account(CPA)
$71,979
Finance
$44,665
Marketing
$42,475
Accounting
$53,041
Product Management
$76,729
Sports Management
$34,676
Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism
$43,868
International business
$58,074
Budget Analyst
$47,789
Buyer and Purchasing Agent
$34,924 - $49,208
Claims Adjuster
$41,273 - $52,216
Claims Examiners
$34,930 - $50,000
Claims Investigator
$35,296 - $46,346
Cost Estimator
$39,123 - $53,101
Financial Analyst
$43,147 - $58,389
Government Accountant
$43,726 - $58,034
Government Auditor
$44,590 - $56,877
Insurance Underwriter
$36,463 - $51,408
Internal Auditor
$42,342 - $56,620
Loan Counselor
$29,092 - $39,953
Loan Officer
$29,214 - $47,552
Management Accountant
$42,772 - $58,958
Meeting and Convention Planner
$34,923 - $47,764
Personal Financial Advisors
$30,973 - $51,045
Public Accountants
$41,357 - $52,083
Real Estate Appraisers
$30,669 - $57,763
Tax Collector
$32,761 - $49,954
Tax Examiner
$32,761 - $49,954
Tax Revenue Agent
$32,761 - $49,954
 * Based on 5 years experience