Business Administration at WWU Peninsulas
Western Washington University's Business Administration degrees combine industry connections with relevant classroom instruction, giving students a deep understanding of the business world. Through collaboration with business and community leaders, students gain insights into the social, economic, and regulatory landscapes that shape modern business practices. Students hone their skills in project management, information systems, human resources, and leadership, all while learning to apply perceptual and analytical skills to make ethical business decisions.
Western's College of Business and Economics (CBE) is proud to offer opportunities to students at the WWU Center at Olympic College in Poulsbo. CBE prepares students for positions of leadership and stewardship in the management and administration of complex organizations and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a mark of excellence recognized worldwide. This ensures high-quality education, rigorous academic standards, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Business Administration – General Concentration, BA
The Business Administration program with a General Concentration at Western Washington University on the Peninsulas is a 2+2 degree designed for students who have completed an associate's degree or transfer requirements. This program equips students for leadership in diverse sectors by enhancing analytical skills for decision-making and understanding business environments.
Offered in Poulsbo
What can I do with a degree in Business Administration?
A degree in Business Administration opens doors to various career paths across industries, including management, finance, marketing, human resources, consulting, and entrepreneurship. It provides a solid foundation in key business skills like problem-solving, communication, and leadership, allowing you to work in corporate roles, start your own business, or enter the nonprofit sector. Whether you're interested in leading teams, analyzing financial data, developing marketing strategies, or advising companies, a business degree offers versatile opportunities.
Careers
- Kitsap Bank
- US Navy
- Allstate Insurance
- Merrill Lynch
- Olympic College
- US Civil Service
Admission Requirements
Associate in Business - Direct Transfer Agreement: AB-DTA
or
- AA-DTA + completed foundation coursework with C- or better
- 2.5 cumulative GPA
| Course Title | Major Admission Requirement |
|---|---|
| Financial Accounting | ACCT 240 |
| Managerial Accounting | ACCT 245 |
| Business Statistics | DSCI 205 |
| Intro to Micro- & Macroeconomics | ECON 206 + 207 |
| Law & the Business Environment | MGMT 271 |
| Calculus with Applications to Business & Economics | MATH 157 |
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Take the Plunge
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