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Overview
If you are pursuing a career in business, the Business major at CWI is a great starting point. At CWI, you can earn an Associate of Arts degree and meet general education requirements to transfer to any Idaho public university. The program is designed to introduce you to the core business courses and provide skills in accounting, business decision-making, software, and communication.
Mission
The Business program develops 21st century business professionals that are adaptable, ethical problem solvers who utilize networking and collaboration to achieve their career and business goals.
Why This Program
Business majors are in demand. At CWI, students learn how to think, adapt, and do the things that will prepare them for business or completing a four-year business degree. Network and complete projects with real businesses while in class. Our students that transfer have historically been very successful in completing a four-year degree and acquiring leadership roles within their program.
What You Will Learn to Do
- Accounting
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Problem framing and solving
- Communication
- Computation
- Economic thinking
- Legal concepts
- Technology
Additional Opportunities
Business Program Objectives
- Provide opportunities for experience in collaboration and networking within CWI and the local community to succeed in business.
- Develop a framework for understanding the dynamic business environment which requires adaptability and the need to constantly update skills.
- Learn fundamental business skills.
- Establish ethical frameworks for problem solving and best practices for behavior.
Statement of Accreditation Status
The Business Program at College of Western Idaho is currently a member of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) and is currently in candidacy status. A self-study was completed in December 2017. The following document is the self-study report for the 2016-2017 academic year.
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News and Blogs
Congratulations to Joe Welker, College of Western Idaho’s Faculty of Distinction for May 2021.
Congratulations to Nikki Houston, College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Month for July 2020.
Join the Business and Entrepreneurship Club for an afternoon of fun, light refreshments, and prizes March 14.
Join the Business and Entrepreneurship Club for fun, light refreshments, and prizes at their next Settlers of Catan Tournament.
Congratulations to the 2018-2019 Pearson Outstanding Business Students of the Year recognized for their academic achievements and activities.
Business of Robotics Symposium delights attendees with live robotics demonstration, a tour, and industry expertise.