Dean's Office :: College of Business :: University of Wyoming

The College of Business is AACSB International accredited.

The College offers 7 undergraduate and 7 graduate degree programs.

Undergraduate Degree Programs at the College of Business:

Accounting
Business Administration
Economics
Business Economics
Finance
Management
Marketing

Accounting
The B.S. in Accounting is a four-year degree program that prepares students to enter the workforce or to enroll in the M.S. in Accounting program. More than number crunching, an accounting degree will provide you with knowledge and practical application in all aspects of accounting. You will explore accounting information systems, financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, and auditing. The Department of Accounting and the College of Business Academic Advising Office are your resources for more information about the benefits of obtaining a B.S. in Accounting at the University of Wyoming. Top of page

Business Administration
A degree in business administration will equip you with tools from each facet of business -- marketing, management, finance, economics, and accounting. The diversity within the business administration degree curriculum will give you flexibility in your career ambitions. In addition, a completion degree is available online. The Department of Management and Marketing, as well as the College of Business Academic Advising Office, can answer any questions you may have regarding your future as a business administration major. Top of page

Economics
Economics is the foundation of good decision making. An undergraduate economics major will gain an excellent liberal arts education and fine professional training in the areas of economics and business. Whether you choose the business economics or economics option within this major, you will learn to be a comprehensive, global thinker. In addition, you may explore interdisciplinary studies, such as international studies, environmental studies, law, or political science, along with business. The Department of Economics and Finance and the College of Business Academic Advising Office are your information sources for this major. Top of page

Business Economics
An excellent liberal arts education and fine professional training accompany a degree in business economics. Your program of study will focus on problem analysis and management skills that will need both inside and outside of the business world. With a bachelors degree in business economics, you will be equipped to succeed in a career within the business, governmental, or academic milieus. The Department of Economics and Finance and the College of Business Academic Advising Office are your resources for more information about this undergraduate degree. Top of page

Finance
Whether your goal is investments, consulting, or the corporate setting, a degree in finance will give you the tools necessary for solving problems associated with asset valuation and investment decisions. Your critical-thinking, communication, and analytical skills will be refined so that you can understand the future and how to plan to make the most of it. If you are interested in acquiring a finance degree, contact the Department of Economics and Finance or the College of Business Academic Advising Office. Top of page

Management
Understanding how people behave, and how to motivate them to perform to their greatest potential is what management is all about. As a management major, you will learn human resource and business management skills that will help you succeed in any business venture. You will learn how to prepare, organize, and execute successful business strategies, while developing lifelong learning skills. If you desire to learn how to lead others in order to attain business goals, contact the Department of Management and Marketing or the College of Business Academic Advising Office. Top of page

Marketing
Marketing is perhaps the most important function in any business. More than advertising, marketing is about understanding and satisfying customer needs in order to find and retain profitable customers. As a marketing major, you will understand consumer behavior, product development and market research, the psychology behind purchasing decisions, and effective methods of getting products and services to customers. You can help generate your business' revenues by pursuing a degree in marketing. For more information, contact the Department of Management and Marketing or the College of Business Academic Advising Office. Top of page

Graduate Degree Programs at the College of Business:

Accounting
Business Administration (on-campus and online)
Economics
Finance
Dual Economics and Finance
Phd in Economics

Accounting
The M.S. in Accounting degree addresses the emerging needs of the accounting profession. Whether your goal is to become a certified public accountant (CPA), certified management accountants (CMA), or other accounting professional, you will be expected to maintain a high level of technical competence and a strong sense of ethical commitment to service. In addition, you will also be required to possess excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work within a team setting. The M.S. in Accounting program will equip you with these skills, in addition to meeting the CPA exam requirements in Wyoming and most other jurisdictions. Enrollment in the College of Business Master of Science in Accounting program is available for individuals with an undergraduate degree in accounting or those from other disciplines who have met deficiency requirements. More detailed information on program requirements and application procedures can be obtained from the Department of Accounting. Top of page

Business Administration (on-campus and online)
The Masters of Business Administration degree program focuses on the critical areas of solving business problems, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, and the integration of these skills through work on practical problems. The College of Business offers two masters of business administration programs: a traditional, on-campus program and the Executive MBA Program (online). Should you choose the one year, on-campus program, you will benefit from a small class size where you can network with professors and peers and from the technology that is embedded in coursework and class facilities. The Executive MBA Program is a two year curriculum designed for experienced business professionals interested in increasing their understanding of business principles or are interested in advancing in their profession. The MBA Program Office can answer any questions you may have about admissions and course requirements for either the on-campus MBA or the Executive MBA Programs. Top of page

Economics
A Master of Science in Economics at the College of Business offers you the opportunity to individualize your education to meet your unique career goals. You will be required to complete five courses of study in your degree program, but the remainder of your coursework is chosen by you, according to your particular interest. This flexibility in course requirements gives you the choice of pursuing a broad exposure to contemporary economic problems, or of gaining a high degree of competence in one or two fields. The Department of Economics and Finance is your resource for admission and course requirements. Top of page

Finance
A Master of Science in Finance builds on a foundation of business and management skills. Five core courses are required, and you may personalize the remainder of your coursework from a selection of restricted electives in economics, business, statistics, accounting, and finance. More information on admission and course requirements may be obtained from the Department of Economics and Finance. Top of page

Dual Economics and Finance Major
A Masters with a Dual Major in Economics and Finance is designed to provide a more quantitative background suitable for research, including study at the PhD level or analysis as a financial market researcher. Your coursework will heavily emphasize research and quantitative methodologies. Once completed, this program will have prepared you for research or further graduate studies at the PhD level in both economics and finance. You can find more information about this unique masters program at the Department of Economics and Finance. Top of page

PhD in Economics
The doctoral program is designed to equip you for professional research in two or more of the complementary areas of concentration offered by the Department of Economics and Finance. Upon completion of your degree, you will also be qualified for university, government, or industry positions. You may choose from four areas of concentration: resource and environmental economics, industrial organization and regulation, international trade and development, and financial economics. For application and course requirements, contact the Department of Economics and Finance. Top of page

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