Occupation Description

A business professor instructs college students in a variety of subjects that will help them manage or start a business. Business professors teach their students the specific knowledge required to earn certificates, diplomas and degrees offered by business and management programs at institutions of higher learning. These institutions include community colleges, four-year colleges and universities, graduate schools and technical schools.

Business professors help prepare and present course materials, develop syllabi, give lectures, assign homework, supervise testing and skill assessments, and provide career guidance. They also attend faculty meetings and may help school administration with events and fundraisers.

Business professors teach courses on many subjects relevant to good business practice, including finance, accounting, leadership, business administration, supply chain management, ethics, human resources, marketing, labor relations and operations research.