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BA(Hons) Business Administration — General Concentration

Western Washington University, United States
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Course Overview

The BA(Hons) Business Administration program at Western Washington University provides students with a comprehensive education in business management, including courses on finance, marketing, and operations. Students will learn how to analyze and interpret data, develop strategic plans, and make informed decisions in a dynamic business environment. The general concentration allows students to explore a range of business-related fields, from entrepreneurship to global supply chain management.

Additional Information

The program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in business management or related fields. Graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of industries and organizations, including small businesses, large corporations, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. The program also offers opportunities for internships, study abroad programs, and collaborative projects with local businesses.

Discover the Power of Experiential Learning at Western Washington University

Western Washington University is a reputable institution known for its rigorous academic programs and commitment to experiential learning. The university's location in Bellingham, Washington provides access to a vibrant business community and opportunities for hands-on learning through partnerships with local businesses. The faculty are experienced professionals who bring real-world experience into the classroom, providing students with practical insights and valuable connections.

Why You Should Study This Course

The Business Administration program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in business and the community. One program objective is to provide students with the perceptual and analytical skills necessary to make decisions and evaluate policies in business; another is to develop student understanding of the social, economic and regulatory environments in business. The program is designed for students with a variety of career goals, including opportunities with financial institutions, manufacturing and retail firms, service industries and the public sector.

Learning goals

1. Understanding of business and economics

2. Effective communication skills

3. Ethical and legal perspective

4. Creative problem solving and

critical thinking

5. Quantitative skills

Why Consider a General Concentration in Business Administration Major?

The College of Business and Economics prepares men and women for positions of leadership and stewardship in the management and administration of complex organizations — from small companies to large multinational enterprises. Students develop managerial skills, analytic economic skills and interpersonal sensitivities, as well as quantitative and accounting skills. All students earning a degree in Business Administration will develop significant understanding of management information systems and computing.

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)

  • A cumulative GPA of 2.5

  • Personal Statement or essay

  • One letter of recommendation

  • List of extracurricular activities(if any)

  • Portfolio

What You'll Study

1 Advanced Core

❑ MGMT 382 - Business and Its Environment Credits: 4

❑ One course from:

MGMT 492 - Entrepreneurial Problems Credits: 4

MGMT 495 - Strategic Management Credits: 4

2 Core Courses

❑ DSCI 305 - Applied Business Statistics Credits: 4

❑ FIN 341 - Principles of Finance Credits: 4

❑ MGMT 311 - Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior 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 (or equivalent)

4 General Concentration Courses

❑ 28 credits of approved upper-division elective courses:

Students in the department may elect to work with their faculty advisor in designing a set of upper-division courses appropriate to their academic interests. The resulting course of study shall have prior approval of the advisor and include the following: HRM 322 or HRM 422, MGMT 313 and five additional upper-division CBE courses. Students interested in entrepreneurial management or human resource management should select the general option and inform the department of that interest. They will be advised of the preferred courses for students intending to embark upon entrepreneurial or human resource management careers or careers in small business.

❑ Take one Communication Focus (CF) course and a minimum of three writing proficiency points in approved upper-division writing proficiency courses (WP) at WWU with a minimum grade of C-. The CF and WP courses must be taken within CBE and can be completed as part of the above required and elective courses, prior to graduation. Consult the CBE catalog for more information. Consult the Timetable of Classes for the specific course sections that fulfill the CF and WP requirements.

❑ Accounting and Business majors must complete a minimum of 90 credits in areas other than accounting and business administration.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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