College of Education and Professional Studies
Business and Marketing Education
Bachelor of Science | Major
Business and Marketing Education, BS
Our degree prepares you for a career in teaching business and marketing courses at the secondary level.
You will gain a solid foundation in business principles and practices, as well as the knowledge and skills needed to effectively teach these concepts to a diverse student population. We encourage you to engage with local schools and communities to gain practical experience and make connections with other teachers.
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What You'll Study
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Courses
- ACCT 251 - Financial Accounting
- BME 146 - Basic Accounting
- ADMG 385 - IT Tools for Professional Communications
- BME 316 - Educational Technology for Business and Marketing
- BME 347 - Marketing Curriculum for Secondary Education
- BUS 241 - Legal Environment of Business
- CTE 310 - Introduction to Career and Technical Education
- CTE 310A - Career and Technical Education Teaching Methods
- FCSE 451 - Methods and Materials of Teaching FCS Laboratory Course Content
- CTE 310C - Career and Technical Education Course Organization and Curriculum Design
- FCSE 326 - Curriculum in Career and Technical Education for Family and Consumer Sciences
- CTE 311A - Career and Technical Education Coordination Techniques of Cooperative Education
- CTE 410 - Career and Technical Education School to Work Programs
- CTE 405 - CTE Exit Assessment
- FCS 371 - Real World Finance
- MKT 360 - Principles of Marketing
Department-Approved Electives
Additional elective options available with program coordinator approval.
- ART 172 - Computer Fundamentals in Art and Design
- CTE 311B - History and Philosophy of Career and Technical Education
- CTE 311C - Career and Technical Education Student and Professional Leadership Development
- CTE 422 - Impact of Education Reform on Career and Technical Education
- ECON 101 - Economic Issues
Completion of the Secondary Education Program is required for this major.
Two Majors
Our business and marketing education major combines subject matter knowledge with specific methods, curriculum, philosophy, and work-based learning instruction. Major two is secondary education, preparing you to be a high school teacher.
Hands-On Experience
Required for this program, you’ll complete two 60-hour practicums in a Washington state CTE-approved program provides vital hands-on experience.
Career Focused
Our coursework prepares you to teach in a very specialized areas with expertise in business and marketing education, contributing to job placement rates near 100%.
Unique
CWU has one of only three programs in Washington State, producing in-demand graduates.
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Work online at your own pace, the perfect solution for working teachers or busy industry professionals.
Class Sizes
Faculty professors will know your name and provide personalized mentoring.
Job Placement
Most teachers in business and marketing education also become DECA and/or Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) advisors.
Why Study Business and Marketing Education at Central?
- Offering a unique opportunity to gain specialized knowledge in Business and Marketing Education, our program provides a valuable pathway for aspiring educators
- Due to the high demand for BME teachers, successful program completers are guaranteed strong job placement, ensuring a smooth transition into the workforce
- The program offers flexibility, allowing you to complete your coursework entirely online or through a combination of online and in-person classes, depending on your preference
Successful Fields
High School Business and Marketing Teacher
Adult Education Instructor
Curriculum Developer