Business Schools in Iowa
If you only think of agriculture when you think about Iowa, you're missing out on host of business opportunities. The Hawkeye State boasts a highly educated and productive workforce in addition to plentiful raw materials, convenient transportation, and a government committed to supporting the state's business climate. Iowa's growing biosciences, information, financial services, and advanced manufacturing sectors make it a great place to earn an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or MBA in a business-related field.
Bachelor's and master's degrees in business administration with concentrations in finance, human resources, or management can help you enter the ranks of Iowa's nearly 81,000 employees. Iowa has experienced $254 million in insurance expansion in recent years, with approximately 6,100 insurance and financial services industries firms based in the state. The information technology industry is also strong, with 2,075 businesses. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median annual earnings for insurance sales agents of $41,720 while financial managers earned $81,880.
American Institute of Business, 2500 Fleur Dr., Des Moines50321, Tel.515-244-4221
American Institute of Commerce, 2302 West First St., CedarFalls 50613, Tel.319-277-0220. Also located in Davenport.
Business and Banking Institute, 609 Merle Hay Tower, Desoines 50310, Tel.515-270-2750
Des Moines Area Community College, 2006 S Ankeny Blvd.,Ankeny 50021, Tel.515-964-6630
Dordt College, 4th Ave., N.E., Sioux Center 51250, Tel.712-722-3771
Spencer College, 217 West 5th St., Spencer 51301, Tel.800-383-7290
Vennard College, University Park 52595, Tel.515-673-8391
Waldorf College, Forest City 50436, Tel.800-292-1903