College of Business

Kickstart Your Career

At PNW, our rigorous undergraduate and graduate business degree programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.

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Undergraduate Business Degree Programs

We offer bachelor’s degrees in areas such as finance, banking, hospitality management, entrepreneurship and more. Choose a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Business or any degree that matches your career goals.

Accounting

BSA

Business Information and Analytics

BSB

Finance

BSB

Finance: Banking

BSB

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Human Resource Management

BSB

Management

BSB

Management: Entrepreneurship

BSB

Management: Supply Chain Management

BSB

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Marketing

BSB

MBA Programs and Graduate Business Degrees

Our affordable and flexible graduate business programs are designed to fit into the lives of working professionals, from an MBA to Master of Accountancy.

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Master of Business Administration

MBA

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Master of Accountancy

MACC

The classes are project-based and very hands-on, which helps me understand everything I’m learning.
Sanskriti Pathania, ‘26, Business Information and Analytics and Marketing

Being able to get myself out there, I was able to meet some amazing people and that gave me the confidence to move forward and be successful in the future.
Konstantino Nicolaou, ’24, Hospitality and Tourism Management

The professors are always there for you. They realize students want internships and jobs and they’re able to help you find those opportunities.
Mary Buksa, ’24, Accounting

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It’s extremely important to build a network of people that you trust and who trust you. Having the initiative to step up and do something beyond your role is the best way to move forward.
Jacob Battista, ’24, Marketing

Once I started reaching out to people on other teams and in my classes, that’s what really made my time here amazing.
Kennedy Jackson, ’24, Business Administration

I’ve been able to build those connections with professors and talk with them one-on-one about class and my career. I loved having the opportunity to go to office hours for help with assignments and having them recognize me.
Arti Patel, ’23, Accounting

College of Business Student Resources

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Advising

Path to Success

At PNW’s College of Business, our advisors are here to ensure you reach academic success.

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COB Career Services

Career Ready

We provide students and employers with high-impact career services to meet their individual needs.

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Professional Selling Lab

Gain Experience

Hone your selling skills in our state-of-the-art White Lodging Professional Selling Lab.

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Internships

See the Possibilities

Students in PNW’s College of Business enjoy our commitment to experiential learning.

Students sit at round desks in a classroom. — College of Business students build hands-on experience that will help you achieve your goals, both personal and professional.

A professor works with a student in class — You will be challenged in our programs, but you won't be alone. From dedicated advisors to internship opportunities, we build opportunities to help you succeed.

Students sit at a desk and laugh. They are talking with a professor — Your fellow COB students will be your biggest advocates. You'll build connections here that will last throughout your career.

News and Announcements

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Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Partners with International Business Innovation Association

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest is partnering with the International Business Innovation Association for its 40th International Conference on Business Innovation.

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Purdue University Northwest invites entrepreneurs to compete in 2026 PNW Big Sell

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites entrepreneurs and innovators to submit business concepts for the 2026 PNW Big Sell pitch competition, where participants will compete for several prizes in seed funding.

College of Business Students Drive Real Impact Through Google Nonprofit Marketing Immersion Program

In her Paid Digital Marketing Strategy course, professor Amita Bhadauria, Ph.D., incorporates the Google Nonprofit Marketing Immersion program to give students a structured, real-world experience managing live advertising campaigns for nonprofit organizations.

Important Dates

All Events

Apr 10

Last Day to Drop a full-term Spring 2026 Class

The last day to drop a Full-Term Spring 2026 Course is Friday, April 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

Apr 29

PNW Day of Giving 2026

Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.

May 02

Spring 2026 Classes End

Spring Classes end Saturday, May 2. Next week are final exams! Make sure to study and enjoy your break after!

May 02

The 2026 PNW Big Sell

Join us for PNW’s annual contest to identify the best new ideas in business! This innovative pitch competition is hosted by PNW’s Office of Commercialization and Research.

Accreditation

Business programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, International (AACSB).