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Business Management at WGU
You mean business.
If your dream is a career in business, a respected degree is the first step. To be successful you'll need to learn about all the ins and outs that come with a career in business. From deciding which career path will best fit you, to learning how to be a good employee or manager, we can help. WGU will prepare for whatever twists and turns you face on your path as you seek business success.
Start using your degree before you graduate.
From networking to internships, learn how you can utilize your business degree even before you get your diploma. Start using your degree to your advantage today.
Why business?
Discover the many benefits of a degree and career in business. From the career outlook to the salary opportunities, it's a great field to be in. Find out why you should pursue business.
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Which bachelor's degree is right for me?
There are a wide variety of business bachelor's degrees you can choose from, and each one will lead to a unique career. Learn which degree aligns with your career goals.
What skills will I learn?
Communication, problem solving, leadership. These are just a few of the top skills you can learn while pursuing your degree in business. Discover what to expect from your degree.
Prepare to make an executive decision.
Compare and contrast the different business leadership master's degrees you can pursue to ensure you understand the differences. Learn which degree is best for your career.
Industry specific.
If your dream is to work in government, certain degrees are considered more valuable than others by employers. Learn which business degree is the best to pursue.
Become a better business leader.
Diversity in business.
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Business basics.
Do you know what to offer employees?
Human capital management is a vital part of business.
Technology is impacting the way business is done.
Big tips for small business success.
How to start a small business.
Small business success and failure rates.
6 traits you need to succeed as an entrepreneur.
5 ways to prepare for business success and failure.
How entrepreneurs handle risk.
Single parent resources for starting a business.
Meet the Night Owls.
Melanie's life was changed when she became a CEO at 20. Learn how her WGU business degree helped her future.
Krystal used her business degree to help change networking for other women. See how she did it.
Chris was a former NCAA player and used his business master's degree to change his life. Find out about his story.
Explore other programs.
We offer degree programs in four in-demand fields. Explore what else is available.
Teaching Degrees
BACHELOR'S WITH LICENSURE
Special Education and Elementary Education (Dual Licensure) – B.A.
Mathematics Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.
Mathematics Education (Secondary) – B.S.
Science Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Physics) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – B.S.
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MASTER'S WITH LICENSURE
Teaching, Elementary Education – M.A.
Teaching, English Education (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Mathematics (Middle Grades) – M.A.
Teaching, Mathematics (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Science (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Special Education (K-12) – M.A.
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GRADUATE DEGREES FOR LICENSED TEACHERS
Curriculum & Instruction – M.S.
Learning and Technology – M.Ed.
English Language Learning (PreK-12) Endorsement Preparation
Science Education (Middle Grades) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Physics) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – M.A.
IT Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – B.S.
Data Management/Data Analytics – B.S.
Network Operations and Security – B.S.
Health Information Management – B.S. (from the College of Health Professions)
Information Technology Management – B.S. Business Administration (from the College of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – M.S.
Information Technology Management – M.S.
MBA Information Technology Management (from the College of Business)
Business Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Business Management – B.S. Business Administration
Healthcare Management – B.S. Business Administration
Human Resource Management – B.S. Business Administration
Information Technology Management – B.S. Business Administration
Marketing – B.S. Business Administration
Accounting – B.S. Business Administration
Health Information Management – B.S. (from the College of Health Professions)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Master of Business Administration
MBA Information Technology Management
Master of Health Leadership (from the College of Health Professions)
Management and Leadership – M.S.
Data Analytics – M.S. (from the College of Information Technology)
Healthcare & Nursing Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Nursing (RN to BSN online) – B.S.
Health Information Management – B.S.
Health Services Coordination – B.S.
Healthcare Management – B.S. Business Administration (from the College of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Nursing - Education (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Leadership and Management (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Nursing Informatics (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (BSN to MSN Option) – M.S. (Available in select states)
Nursing – Education (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
Nursing – Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
Nursing – Nursing Informatics (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
MBA Healthcare Management (from the College of Business)