Welcome to the Williamson College of Business Administration!

We are proud of the programs, services, students, faculty, and staff in the college, and are pleased to be able to share our story with you.

The mission of the WCBA is “prepare leaders for business, government, nonprofit organizations, and society” and to that end, we provide rigorous academic preparation for our undergraduate and MBA students, focus on the leadership skills and professional development of our students, and capitalize on our strategic partnerships with the business community.

The quality of opportunities available to our students is recognized by our accreditation by AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. As a student in the WCBA, you deserve the best, and AACSB accreditation is the external recognition that you are getting the best in terms of programs, services, and faculty.

Students in the Williamson College of Business Administration are encouraged to begin building their professional portfolios as early as the freshman year. These portfolios are the collection of knowledge, skills, and experiences that position you for career success in business. Leadership activities, internships, academic performance, community service, specialized skills, and professional orientation are all components of the professional portfolio.

We are proud to offer a variety of academic programs and services in the college that support our students in achieving their career goals. As a student in the WCBA you can take advantage of these opportunities:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) program with a choice of majors in accounting, advertising/public relations (one of the few programs in the country housed in a business school), business economics, finance, general administration, human resource management, international business, management information systems, and marketing.
• Three associate degrees – Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Associate in Labor Studies, and Associate in Technical Study.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) with courses offered in the evening and on Saturday. Graduate Assistantships are available. An 18-month Executive MBA program is also available to people who have at least five years of full-time professional experience.

In addition to our academic programs, there are several hallmarks of the WCBA that enable our students to stand out from the rest. These include:

• An extensive internship program that enables our students to gain career-related experience and earn academic credit.
• Professional student organizations that provide leadership and professional development opportunities.
• Certificates and minors in entrepreneurship and nonprofit leadership. These consist of several upper-division courses that can be used as business electives with any major in the university.
• Many events at which students can interact with business professionals. These activities enable our students to make professional contacts and receive career advice.
• A comprehensive Center for Undergraduate Student Services that includes full-time academic advisors and the Professional Practice Program Coordinator.
• The Williamson Center for International Business, the Monus Entrepreneurship Center, and the Center for Nonprofit Leadership all provide opportunities for academic coursework, internships, and business community interaction.
• International Study Tours and Study Abroad opportunities that enhance a student’s academic and professional preparation.
• Successful alumni that continue their involvement with the college and support the preparation of future business leaders.

I look forward to the opportunity to discuss the Williamson College of Business Administration with you. Whether you are a current student, prospective student, parent, alumnus/alumna, or business professional I hope you will feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to explore how you can get involved with the WCBA.


With Penguin Pride,

Betty Jo Licata, Ph.D.

Dean