Central Washington University

What you'll study

This four-year undergraduate degree provides a foundation in the functional areas of business alongside courses that develop quantitative, ethical and communication skills. You will take core modules in microeconomics and macroeconomics, financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance, marketing principles, organisational behaviour and business law. Quantitative and analytical skills are reinforced through statistics, business analytics and operations management.

Beyond the core, students choose elective sequences or concentrations to tailor the degree. Typical concentration areas include accounting, finance, marketing, management, human resource management, supply chain and entrepreneurship. The programme commonly culminates in a capstone course or applied project where students address real business problems, and many students complete internships or practicum experiences with regional employers.

• Introductory Economics
• Financial & Managerial Accounting
• Principles of Marketing
• Corporate Finance
• Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management
• Business Law and Ethics
• Statistics & Business Analytics
• Operations & Supply Chain Management
• Strategy & Capstone Project
• Internship/Professional Experience (typically optional or elective)

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally required to hold a recognised secondary school diploma with evidence of college‑preparatory coursework. Successful candidates typically present solid performance in mathematics and English. Central Washington University also admits transfer students from community colleges; transfer applicants should submit college transcripts showing completion of general education or introductory business courses.

International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an accepted test score or qualifying pathway. Additional materials such as a personal statement, résumé and references may be requested, particularly for transfer or non‑traditional applicants.

Career prospects

Graduates of the programme enter a wide range of roles in the private and public sectors. Common entry positions include accounting or finance assistants, marketing coordinators, sales representatives, human resources associates, operations or supply chain analysts, and management trainees. The degree also provides a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue professional qualifications (for example in accounting or financial planning), postgraduate business study or to launch small businesses.

Many students leverage internships and local employer partnerships to move into full‑time roles after graduation; others use the degree for lateral transitions within organisations or to progress into supervisory and managerial positions with experience.

Why study at Central Washington University

Central Washington University offers a business programme that emphasises applied learning and close faculty‑student interaction. Classes are typically smaller than at large urban campuses, which supports hands‑on projects, case studies and active discussion. The university's location in Ellensburg provides connections to regional businesses and public organisations for internship and practicum opportunities.

The programme supports professional development through career services, employer networking events and student organisations that host real‑world projects. Students benefit from flexible pathways including transfer articulation agreements with community colleges, options to combine the major with minors or certificates, and opportunities for experiential learning that prepare graduates for immediate entry into the workforce or further study.