Economics Major: Bachelor’s Degree in Business (BSBA)

College is about exploration. At Widener, you'll complete a general education curriculum that supports just that. You'll have the flexibility and freedom to dive deep into the topics that spark curiosity, challenge your mind, and power your personal and academic growth. 

Along the way, you'll cultivate critical, meaningful skills employers seek, including:

• How to make a difference in a diverse world with an inclusive mindset
• How to write and edit for clear, compelling communication
• How to analyze data and make decisions using critical thinking

It all starts with ASC 101: Thinking Through — a selection of around 40 course topics that will encourage you to go deeper and examine complex issues that shape our world and our ways of relating to one another. When you dive into the possibilities, you're sure to find multiple courses that inspire and intrigue you, regardless of whether they align with your major! Think of it as an opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone and truly learn something new. Then, in your senior year, you'll come full circle with a capstone course that takes your Thinking Through topic to new heights strengthened by everything you've cultivated along your college journey.

Earning an accelerated master's degree will enhance your job opportunities and prepare you for rapid career growth—all while saving you time and money.​

Fast Track to a Business MBA or MS Degree​

As a major within the School of Business Administration, you have the unique opportunity to complete bachelor's and master's degree Loading... in five years. In addition to your business major of choice, you can choose to pursue a master's in business administration (MBA), business innovation (MS), or taxation and financial planning (MS).​​

Earn an Accelerated Master's in Another Field of Study​

Widener also makes it possible to complete a 4+1 degree in a different field of study through our Accelerated Advantage 4+1 program. ​Master's degrees can be earned in allied health education (MEd), criminal justice (MCJ), organizational development and leadership (MA), and public administration (MPA).

Explore the Accelerated Advantage 4+1 Program

Our acclaimed co-op program and emphasis on internships will transform your powerful Widener education into action, helping you gain the experiences, connections, and career-building moments that will benefit you for a lifetime.

Tap into powerful networks of faculty mentors and Career Design & Development professionals to secure real-world work experience that matches your career goals.

The best part? You can get paid and still graduate on time.

Learn more about co-op & internships

The business honors program is an exciting opportunity for academically talented students to enrich their business education with advanced honors courses, an honors seminar, collaboration with faculty on research, civic engagement, and professional and leadership development opportunities.

Students can complete their program of study in 4 years graduating with a certificate of honors in business.

Eligibility

Students are admitted to the School of Business Administration Honors Program as entering first-year, based on high school GPA and academic credentials. If numbers permit, then additional students may be admitted at the end of their first year (based on GPA).

Requirements

• Take 5 business honors courses during the first 6 semesters.  A co-op can substitute for one of the business honors courses.
• Maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA.
• Complete two of the following enrichment experiences: honors international trip, graduate course, research with a faculty member, passing a professional exam, or working in the Small Business Development Center.

Benefits

• Eligibility to take honors sections of required business courses, which typically cover the material in greater breadth and depth, and often with a focus on experiential learning.
• Opportunity to participate in an honors international trip.
• Special distinction at commencement wearing the honors cord. In addition, a certificate of honors awarded at commencement and on official transcript.