College of Business

Drive Success in a STEM-Designated Program

Pursue a STEM-designated business degree in Business Analytics at Central Washington University, through a flexible program that includes in-person, hybrid, and online courses. 

Lead with Data-Driven Decisions 

Flexible Options

This program is available at CWU-Lynnwood and CWU-Des Moines University Centers, with flexible learning options including online, hybrid, and in-person. Continue your education right where you are today.

STEM-Designated Business Degree

Business Analytics at CWU is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) designated business degree. 

As a STEM-designated program, international students on an F1 visa who earn this degree are eligible to apply for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the United States, providing extended opportunities for hands-on work experience.

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Business Analytics is more than just understanding data—it’s about mastering the hard skills that allow you to uncover insights and drive strategic decisions. The skills we teach in this program are what set candidates apart in today’s competitive market.

Cassie Koefod, MSc Lecturer, Business Analytics InstructorEconomics Department

What You Will Learn

At our Lynnwood and Des-Moines University Centers, you can pair your Business Administration degree with a Digital Marketing Minor. 

This provides you with the opportunity to acquire a focused skillset in digital marketing. You will be prepared for emerging and high-demand digital marketing careers.

In this program, students will gain hands-on experience with a diverse set of essential software tools, including:

  • Python 
  • R 
  • Structured Query Language (SQL) 
  • Excel 
  • Access 
  • Tableau 
  • PowerBI  
  • Google Analytics 
  • Systems Applications and Products (SAP) 
  • AI Platforms 

Students will be prepared for a range of in-demand careers, including roles as a

  • Business Analyst 
  • Data Analyst 
  • Digital Marketing Specialist 
  • Social Media Analyst 
  • Market Research Analyst 
  • Business Intelligence Analyst 

AACSB Accreditation

CWU’s College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Only 6% of business schools globally earn this designation.

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