Invest in Your Future with the MBA Program at Central Washington University


The Master of Business Administration program at CWU is designed to meet the demands of today’s fast-moving global economy. With a strong foundation in ethical leadership, systems thinking, data-driven decision-making, and real-world learning, CWU’s MBA prepares you to lead with purpose and impact.

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Why Choose CWU for your MBA?


Built on a systems-thinking approach, the curriculum encourages you to tackle business challenges through an interdisciplinary lens—developing essential skills in data-driven decision-making, strategic communication, and socially responsible leadership.

What sets CWU’s MBA apart is its flexible, customizable structure. This unique MBA program offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizing systems thinking, ethical leadership, and data-driven decision-making, with real-world learning through faculty-corporate fellow collaborations, capstone projects, case studies, and professional development. The curriculum addresses emerging fields such as human-centric business, AI, cyber security, etc. Designed for young and working professionals, the flexible learning format includes synchronous online classes with optional in-person or hybrid development sessions, supporting networking and executive skill growth. Its competitive advantage lies in its affordability, flexibility, and career-oriented structure. Stackable credentials enable career progression, and the general MBA can be completed in one year for under $20,000. Overall, it prepares graduates for strong job market sectors, combining academic rigor with practical, industry-relevant skills to meet evolving business challenges while accommodating the schedules of place-bound or working learners.

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For questions, contact CBMBA@cwu.edu or the MBA Program Director Dr. Wang at fang.wang@cwu.edu

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