To better display the higher earning potential of Utah careers requiring a degree
in business, consider the data from the May 2008 State Occupational Employment and
Wage Estimates for Utah, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This report
shows that the average wage for Utah workers in all industries and with varying
levels of education was $38,160 per year ($18.35 per hour) at that time. During
this same reporting period, Utah management occupations paid $85,860 per year on
average ($41.28 per hour) and Utah business and financial operations occupations
paid an average of $57,700 per year ($27.74 per hour).
If a Utah business career appeals to you, begin building your foundation for success
by selecting an accredited on-campus or online business degree program. Look through
the below list of schools offering accredited business degree programs to find the
school that will assist you in successfully entering a business career in Utah.