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BA(Hons) Business Administration — Marketing Concentration

Western Washington University, United States
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Course Overview

The BA(Hons) Business Administration - Marketing Concentration program at Western Washington University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of marketing. Students will learn how to analyze consumer behavior, develop marketing strategies, and implement campaigns that drive business growth. The program focuses on both traditional and digital marketing techniques, providing students with a well-rounded education in the field. With a concentration in marketing, students will gain specialized knowledge in this critical area of business, preparing them for successful careers in marketing management, brand management, and more.

Additional Information

The program is taught by experienced faculty with industry experience, providing students with real-world insights and practical applications of marketing concepts. Students will also have opportunities to participate in internships, study abroad programs, and other experiential learning opportunities to gain valuable hands-on experience. The program culminates in a capstone project that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world marketing problem.

Discover the Power of Experiential Learning at Western Washington University

Western Washington University is an excellent choice for students pursuing a degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing. The university offers a supportive learning environment, small class sizes, and personalized attention from faculty. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Western provides students with access to a diverse range of cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities. With a strong emphasis on experiential learning and real-world application, students graduating from Western are well-prepared for successful careers in business and beyond.

Why You Should Study This Course

Marketing includes a variety of activities relating to product and service planning, pricing, communication and distribution. Many interesting career opportunities await marketing graduates, including product and brand management, advertising, public relations, sales and sales management, marketing research, distribution/traffic management and retail management and merchandising. A strong background in behavioral sciences or computer applications will complement marketing studies.

General Eligibility

Academic Requirements for freshman students:

The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:

  • Completed application form

  • Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)

  • Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates

  • SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

  • Minimum of a 2.50 cumulative college-level GPA including all previous institutions.

  • Personal Statement or essay

  • One letter of recommendation

  • List of extracurricular activities(if any)

  • Portfolio

What You'll Study

1 Advanced Core

❑ One course from:

MGMT 492 - Entrepreneurial Problems Credits: 4

MGMT 495 - Strategic Management Credits: 4

2 Core Courses

❑ BUS 310 - Introduction to Professional & Career Readiness Credits: 1

❑ BUS 410 - Professional & Career Readiness as a College Graduate Credits: 1

❑ DSCI 305 - Applied Business Statistics Credits: 4

❑ FIN 341 - Principles of Finance Credits: 4

❑ MGMT 311 - Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior Credits: 4

❑ MGMT 382 - Business and Its Environment Credits: 4

❑ MIS 320 - Principles of Management Information Systems Credits: 4

❑ MKTG 380 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 4

❑ OPS 360 - Operations Management Credits: 4

3 Foundation Courses

❑ ACCT 240 - Financial Accounting Credits: 4

❑ ACCT 245 - Managerial Accounting Credits: 4

❑ DSCI 205 - Business Statistics Credits: 4

❑ ECON 206 - Introduction to Microeconomics Credits: 4

❑ ECON 207 - Introduction to Macroeconomics Credits: 4

❑ MATH 157 - Calculus with Applications to Business and Economics Credits: 4

❑ MGMT 271 - Law and the Business Environment Credits: 4

❑ MIS 220 - Introduction to Business Computer Systems Credits: 2

4 Marketing Concentration Courses

❑ MKTG 381 - Fundamentals of Marketing Research Credits: 4

❑ MKTG 382 - Consumer Behavior Credits: 4

❑ MKTG 489 - Marketing Management and Strategy Credits: 4

❑ Four courses from the list below. One course substitution outside the MKTG courses listed below may be allowed with advisor and chair approval.

MKTG 471 - Sports Marketing Credits: 4

MKTG 473 - Innovation Credits: 4

MKTG 474 - Marketing Strategies for Sustainability Credits: 4

MKTG 475 - Brand Management Credits: 4

MKTG 476 - Digital Marketing Credits: 4

MKTG 478 - Strategic Social Media Marketing Credits: 4

MKTG 480 - Marketing Internship Credits: 4

MKTG 481 - Marketing Analytics Credits: 4

MKTG 482 - Personal Selling and Sales Management Credits: 4

MKTG 483 - Integrated Marketing Communications Credits: 4

MKTG 484 - Retailing Credits: 4

MKTG 486 - International Marketing Management Credits: 4

MKTG 487 - Nonprofit Marketing Credits: 4

MKTG 488 - Topics in Marketing Credits: 1-4

MKTG 499 - People and Money: Psychology and Behavior Perspective Credits: 4

Language Requirement

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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