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Drexel LeBow’s general business program is for students seeking broad exposure to many areas of business. The recommended plan of study includes classes in economics, accounting, statistics, organizational behavior, critical reasoning and more. This field of study is ideal for those students who want to leave themselves open to many career choices within business.
Faster than Average
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
$68,190
Class of 2024, as of Feb. 5, 2026
General Business Career Outlook
A degree in general business prepares Drexel students to explore careers in all avenues of business including finance, marketing, real estate, sales, human resources, consulting and accounting. Industries with the largest growth potential for graduates with a general degree in business administration include fields such as banking, insurance, health care, retail, wholesale distribution, and scientific and technical services.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034.
What Skills Will You Gain From Majoring in General Business?
A degree in general business touches several business disciplines and focuses on the development of the critical thinking skills and experience needed to become a dynamic well-rounded professional.
- Business communication
- Critical reasoning
- Strategic analysis and decision-making
- Management of information systems
Drexel Co-op Outcomes
$20
class of 2024
45%
LeBow class of 2024
The top co-op employers for general business majors include:
- CHOP
- Comcast
- Estée Lauder/Northtec
At LeBow, I was able to explore my purpose and fully immerse myself. I love that you have to take a foundational course in every discipline – it really helps you get a feel for each subject and find out what you’re interested in.
Cayla-Simone Riggs ’17
Institutional Investor Group Project Leader
Vanguard
Read more about Cayla-SimoneWhat Can You Do With a General Business Degree?
A degree in general business can prepare you to become a leader in a variety of industries including finance, marketing and sales.
Common Job Titles for General Business Graduates
- Account Manager
- Analyst
- Business Owner
- Consultant
- Human Resource Manager
- Purchaser
- Recruiter
- Store Manager
What Do General Business Graduates Earn?
The average salary reported one year out for general business graduates in LeBow’s class of 2024 was $68,190. Salary outlook can vary greatly depending on the local job market, skill level and work experience.
Where Drexel LeBow General Business Graduates Work
Recent LeBow general business graduates have landed jobs at companies including:
- Morgan Stanley
- Netflix
- NewYorkLife
- Pennoni Associates, Inc.
- TD Bank
- TMNA, LLC
- Vanguard
Professional Organizations
Professional organizations allow you to expand your local and national network while also broadening your skill set through professional development opportunities.
Continuing Education Opportunities
Many students go on to pursue graduate degrees including the MBA, MS in Business Analytics, MS in Economics and MS in Marketing.
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