BA/BS in Business Administration, Management and Operations

The business administration major at Western offers a broad foundation in management plus a choice of concentrations. Options include business analytics and operations management, and related concentrations cover areas such as finance, marketing and information systems. Courses prepare students for leadership roles in companies large and small and in community organizations. The major has minimum requirements and offers direct admission. Department managers serve as contacts for each concentration. The program is part of Western Washington University in Bellingham, a campus known for supportive faculty and easy reach of mountains, forests and the bay. Entry rules differ by major, with some open to any student, some carrying minimum requirements and some limited by capacity, so applicants should check the category listed for their chosen degree. Prospective students can request information, estimate their costs and apply through the university website.