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College of Business

Our internationally accredited business programs, from accounting to an MBA, are a great choice for you to be career-ready from day one.

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.

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.


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.

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.

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

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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.

Kennedy Jackson

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

Arti Patel

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.

College of Business Student Resources

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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.

News and Announcements

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Purdue University Northwest Graduates Encouraged to Commit to Themselves and Their Dreams

Purdue University Northwest celebrated summer and fall 2024 graduates during two ceremonies held Saturday, Dec. 14. A total of 650 candidates were recognized for not only their commitment to academic excellence, but also their grit exhibited through student leadership, community service and extracurricular involvement.

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Journey to the Goal Line: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Jacob Battista

Jacob Battista, ’24, he will earn a bachelor of science degree in Marketing and a minor in Sales from the College of Business.

Shooting for Success: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Kennedy Jackson

Kennedy Jackson is looking to take her talents from the basketball court to a position in higher education as she graduates with a master’s degree in business administration from Purdue University Northwest.

Important Dates

Dec 24

Winter Recess – University Closed

Purdue University Northwest will be closed from Monday, December 23 to Wednesday, January 1 for winter recess. Campus offices will reopen Thursday, January 2, and classes will resume Monday, January 13.

Jan 13

Spring 2025 Classes Begin

We’re excited to kick off another semester of learning and PNW Pride. Power Onward!

Jan 13

Spring 2025 Late Registration

Late registration is the first week of classes – January 13 to 17.

Jan 17

Last Day for 100% Refund for Spring 2025

If you drop Spring courses that are outside of the banded tuition rate, this is the last day to get a 100% refund.

Accreditation

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