Why study
BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
& LAW?
Western’s Business Administration
and Law Program offers students
a quality education in the area of
business administration and law,
business policy, and strategy through
synergistic teaching, research, and
service. Students receive a thorough
background in the interrelationship
of business and law, legal theory, legal
research, and the application of law in
everyday business transactions and
management.
We promote the personal and pro-
fessional development of each of our
students by offering and encour-
aging participation in engagement
opportunities and by using interac-
tive teaching methods that develop
critical thinking and decision-making
abilities. Using these skills, along with
knowledge of current accounting the-
ories and practices, general business
skills, and understanding of global
business issues, our graduates will
be prepared to make an immediate
contribution to their employers and
communities.
What is the DEGREE
OPTION?
Bachelor of Science in Business Ad-
ministration (B.S.B.A.) in Business
Administration and Law
NOTE: Students may opt to dual major
in Business Administration and Law
and Management, minor in Business
Administration, Business Law, or
choose an interdisciplinary minor in
Conflict Resolution and Cross Cultural
Communication. Western Carolina
University also offers a Master of
Business Administration (M.B.A.)
degree.
What is the
UNDERGRADUATE
ADMISSION
PROCESS?
Any currently enrolled student at
WCU may declare Business Adminis-
tration and Law as an undergraduate
major. Please make an appointment
with your advisor via your MyWCU
student portal to declare this major.
What JOBS ARE
AVAILABLE?
Our graduates are prepared to
become a variety of professionals
including business analysts, business
consultants, advertising sales agents,
marketing and promotions managers,
bankers, corporate managers, insur-
ance agents, realtors, small business
and nonprofit managers, attorneys,
purchasing agents, human resource
consultants, attorneys, risk manage-
ment consultants, business owners,
sales agents, and more.
NOTE: Advanced degrees may be
required for some of the above careers.
Please speak with an advisor or career
counselor for more information.
Who employs
BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
& LAW graduates?
Our graduates work for a variety of
employers including private law firms,
non-profit organizations, federal,
state and local government agencies,
businesses and industries, tax prepa-
ration companies, hospitals and health
organizations, law firms, and banks
and other financial organizations.
Graduates may contact the Center for
Career and Professional Development
with assistance in job searching.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & LAW
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