School of Business Administration
We educate students with the business competencies and leadership skills they need to stand out in a crowded job market, deliver results and value in the workplace, and advance in their careers.
Educating Business Leaders
We believe students learn best by doing. Through internships, co-op, and service learning, you'll gain essential on-the job experience, applying what you learn in class to solve real business problems. And because of our vast network of reputable employers across the Philadelphia region, you'll be able to earn up to one full year of compensated work experience and still graduate within four years.
Our faculty and executives in residence possess cutting-edge industry knowledge and actively support students in their professional journeys. You'll be learning from industry insiders whose leadership, thinking, and research are shaping the development of business practices worldwide.
Through on- and off-campus events and workshops, involvement in clubs and professional organizations, and interactions with our successful alumni, you'll amass an expansive professional network, opening doors to opportunities that will benefit you throughout your lifetime.
The School of Business Administration holds accreditation from the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the premier accrediting body for business education.
Learn more about the school's mission, vision, and accreditations.
Explore School of Business Administration Degree Programs
All Programs
See our undergraduate and graduate business degree programs.
Undergraduate Majors
For high school and transfer students, explore majors that will put you on the fast track to a successful business career.
Graduate Programs
Designed for working professionals, explore our flexible master's programs and certificate options.
Accelerated Bachelor’s + Master’s
Prepare for rapid career growth by completing a bachelor's and a master's degree in 5 years - saving you time and money.
Recent News
Undergrad Summer Research Aims to Advance Our Knowledge of COVID-19 Pandemic
Many projects at Widener this summer have not only adjusted their format to a virtual setting, but have planned their research topics to advance our understanding of COVID-19.
Despite Coronavirus Setbacks, Seniors Are Graduating into Careers
Despite uncertainties presented by COVID-19, many seniors, who through the connections and experiential learning gained at Widener, secured job opportunities with time to spare ahead of graduation.
The Widener Tradition of Student Projects and Research Continues Virtually
In the face of COVID-19, students across disciplines continued faculty-guided research and hands-on projects to present their work virtually in the two-decade-old tradition of Student Projects Day.
On the Inside Track to a Business Career
At Widener, you'll be getting ready for your career by doing it. Students land co-op and internships that give them on-the-job experience, conduct research in state-of-the-art facilities like our Finance and Success Lab, and take on roles in clubs and professional organizations to further hone their business and leadership skills.
When you graduate, you will be ready!
Gaining Experience While Serving the Community
Located right in the business school, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Environmental Management Assistance Program (EMAP) afford students, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, the opportunity to gain real-world business experience by working with clients who are looking to start or grow a small business.
Insider. Advantage.
We measure our success by the success of our students. Within several months following graduation, an overwhelming majority of our graduating seniors are employed as business professionals on a full-time basis.
Career Opportunities
We believe in the power of networking. Our industry partners and talented alumni give students access to job experiences and career opportunities. Practitioners and industry experts alike serve as teachers, advisors, mentors, and research partners.
Recent Employers & Industry Connections
- Vanguard
- The Boeing Company
- JP Morgan Chase
- KPMG
- Comcast
- Wawa
- The Philadelphia Eagles
- Aramark
- UPS
Upcoming Events
The School of Business Administration Virtual Career Fair is the premier recruiting event for the School of Business Administration. All students interested in careers in business are welcome to attend.
Highlights
One Year Paid Co-op Program
Practical, hands-on experience helps students hone in on a career path, learn crucial skills needed for the marketplace, and expand their professional network. In our co-op program, eligible students can gain up to one full year of compensated work experience and still graduate within four years.
Honors Program
The SBA Honors Program is designed for students who want to pursue business topics at a more intense level or study current topics in more depth than the traditional business curriculum. Honors students enjoy a number of special benefits, including participation in trips, dinners, and professional meetings, all of which complement classroom learning.
Facilities and Clubs
Our state-of-the art Finance Lab features the same technology used by financial planners and investors. Students use the space for coursework, individual study, and to make real-life investment decisions for the Student Managed Investment Fund. Students can also get involved in clubs and professional organizations to learn more about their major and to network.
Study Abroad
Business professionals need to be prepared for a global economy. The School of Business Administration offers both short- and long-term study abroad opportunities - to countries like Spain, China, Italy, and Costa Rica - for students to broaden their horizons, gain a global perspective, and experience personal growth.
Leadership Development
We train our students to be leaders--to take charge, develop a compelling vision, drive change, and deliver results through ethical means. Students have opportunities to take the lead on projects, cultivate a personal leadership style, and graduate with valuable leadership skills and industry certificates.