Business Administration, Management and Operations at Providence College
Master's Degree
providence.eduEarnings Distribution
How Providence College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence College | $73,619 | $91,106 | +24% |
| University of Rhode Island | $89,971 | $104,958 | +17% |
| Salve Regina University | $64,563 | $76,883 | +19% |
| Johnson & Wales University-Providence | $57,220 | $64,912 | +13% |
| Johnson & Wales University-Online | $57,220 | $64,912 | +13% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (9 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Providence CollegeProvidence | $60,848 | $73,619 | $91,106 | — | — |
 University of Rhode IslandKingston | $16,408 | $89,971 | $104,958 | — | — |
 Bryant UniversitySmithfield | $51,169 | $85,890 | — | — | — |
 Salve Regina UniversityNewport | $47,930 | $64,563 | $76,883 | — | — |
 Johnson & Wales University-ProvidenceProvidence | $40,408 | $57,220 | $64,912 | — | — |
 Johnson & Wales University-OnlineProvidence | $13,365 | $57,220 | $64,912 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Financial Managers
Treasurers and Controllers
Investment Fund Managers
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Compensation and Benefits Managers
Human Resources Managers
Sales Managers
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Providence College, approximately 13% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.