There are a few post-secondary schools in Detroit and several located in the surrounding area. The College of Business Administration at University of Detroit Mercy offers several programs, including joint graduate degree programs with emphases in JD (law), information assurance, or product development. Wayne State University also has a business school offering graduate and undergraduate degree programs; one interesting certificate program is offered post-baccalaureate and prepares students for the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) licensure in Michigan.
Detroit is still dominated by automobile manufacturers and other manufacturing jobs. These companies need plenty of business majors; in sales, marketing, operations management, human resources, labor studies, and much more. Employment projections for 2002-12 are generally good; management occupations are expected to see a 12.8% increase; claims adjusters and the like are to see a 17.5% increase in jobs; personal financial advisors will see almost 30% more job openings; and loan officers can expect about the same.
Business Schools, Programs & Courses
in Detroit
Subjects listed are highlights of programs
and/or courses offered.
University of Phoenix Accounting, Business Administration, Global Management, Criminal Justice Administration, e-Business, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, MBA Program, Technology Management
University of Detroit Mercy, College of Business Administration | (313) 993-1200 Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, International Business, Joint Program, MBA Program, Management Science, Marketing, Public Admin./Policy
Detroit is bouncing back from past recessions that weakened the steel and auto industries. Today, urban development, community campaigns, and incentives drawing in businesses and workers are revitalizing downtown Detroit and the surrounding area.
Other Resources for Business Education and Careers in Detroit
There are a few post-secondary schools in Detroit and several located in the surrounding area. The College of Business Administration at University of Detroit Mercy offers several programs, including joint graduate degree programs with emphases in JD (law), information assurance, or product development. Wayne State University also has a business school offering graduate and undergraduate degree programs; one interesting certificate program is offered post-baccalaureate and prepares students for the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) licensure in Michigan.
