Degree Programs

As an undergraduate student, you can choose from an array of business disciplines. 

The W. P. Carey School of Business offers a 120-hour curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree in any of seven majors.  Rigorous academic coursework and real-world experience prepare students for rewarding business careers or graduate studies.

The Bachelor of Arts in Business is an innovative, inter-disciplinary program providing attractive concentrations that are valuable in a business context. Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Business program take the business core courses plus courses in a specific major outside of the business school that are particularly valuable in a business context.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accountancy

The accounting profession offers W. P. Carey students a dynamic environment and diverse career opportunities in public accounting, the private sector, and in government agencies worldwide. The job market for accounting graduates has never been better, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the employment of accountants will continue to grow by 10-20 percent annually. The School of Accountancy's state-of-the-art curriculum provides students technical expertise in the field and develops critical thinking, teaming, communication and information technology skills that are crucial for a successful career. The faculty includes thought leaders who excel in the classroom, and our Professional Advisory Board provides regular guidance on continuous improvement and strategic planning. The School of Accountancy is accredited by AACSB International and is consistently ranked among the top programs in the nation in bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs.
The major in accountancy includes the essential academic preparation for students who are pursuing professional careers in public, corporate and governmental accounting; seeking positions in personal financial planning and portfolio analysis; seeking positions in consulting; planning to operate their own businesses; or planning to pursue a graduate degree or attend law school.

For more information about an Accounting Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/acc/.

Business Engineering

The Business-Engineering Concurrent Degree is a collaborative effort between the W. P. Carey School of Business and the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering.  It is a unique program designed for business students who desire a technical foundation in engineering.  Students completing this exclusive program will graduate from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in any of our seven majors from the W. P. Carey School and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Engineering Business. 
A Business-Engineering student will take advantage of many benefits, including: 

• Diversity in content between two colleges
• Advisement services and resources available from two colleges; business advising through W. P. Carey Academy, engineering advising through Academic and Student Affairs Office
• A unique blend of two majors through a capstone course taught by faculty from the W. P. Carey School of Business and the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering

To be eligible for this program students must be admitted to the W. P. Carey School of Business AND be admitted to Barrett, The Honors College, or have earned 1250 SAT/28 ACT and a 3.6 high school GPA. 
Inquiries about the Business-Engineering Concurrent Degree program can be made to Brennan Forss at 480-965-0295 or brennan.forss@asu.edu.  

Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics

The Economics Department is committed to providing students a first-class educational experience. Graduates have taken positions as corporate economists who collect data and make forecasts relevant to the firm's business; as consultants who serve as advisers to state and federal governments as well as private corporations; and in banking and financial services firms. Each year many graduates pursue studies at some of the best graduate schools in the country. Faculty have received numerous teaching awards and their teaching evaluations from students are consistently high. The economics faculty is also actively engaged in scholarly research leading to publication in the major economics journals.
A major in economics provides students with the analytical and quantitative skills needed to prepare them for careers in business, government or public policy. The program of study can also be tailored to prepare students for graduate programs in economics, business, or law. Students interested in pursing a Ph.D. in economics are strongly encouraged to minor or major in mathematics as well.

For more information about an Economics Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/ecn/.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance

The Finance Department has a rich tradition of educating leaders that excel in all aspects of the discipline of finance. Whether ascending to the top ranks of the venture capital industry, executing multi-million dollar real estate deals, or becoming successful entrepreneurs with ideas and drive that are all their own, our graduates are equipped to succeed. In particular, our Investment Banking Industry Scholars program mentors students interested in going to Wall Street. Our Student Investment Management Fund provides undergraduates the opportunity to manage a real-world investment portfolio worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. The faculty is considered among the top finance departments in the world. Our professional advisory board, comprised of leading professionals from the financial services, manufacturing, energy, investment banking, and real estate sectors, provides a sounding board for new ideas and a source of jobs for our top graduates.
Students majoring in finance are prepared for careers in corporate financial management, investment banking, consulting, depository institutions, portfolio analysis, investment management and financial services.

For more information about a Finance Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/fin/.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems

In today's world, it is hard to find a business that is not totally dependent on computers. Investing in a degree that teaches you about the exciting and innovative ways that information technology is used to help organizations succeed will assure you a high starting salary at graduation. Currently there is an acute shortage of Information Systems professionals, and many more jobs than graduates. With the help of our dedicated faculty, you will learn how to design, build, and maintain information systems that support both business operations and managerial decision-making. In particular, you will learn about: business process analysis, project management, evidenced-based decision-making, the information value-chain, databases and data modeling, application program development, network deployment and systems integration. This is your opportunity to join a team of motivated students - become part of the one of the nation's highest ranked Computer Information Systems departments.
A Computer Information Systems degree offers job opportunities in a variety of industries, including entertainment, national defense, transportation, education, healthcare, and finance. Information systems are a key component in the success of other functional business areas such as accounting, supply chain, finance, and marketing. Entry-level information systems positions include database administrator, systems analyst, network administrator, project manager, systems administrator, and consultant. Long-term career aspirations for a student with a CIS degree include chief information officer (CIO), chief technology officer (CTO), chief knowledge officer (CKO), chief security officer (CSO), and chief executive officer (CEO).

For more information about a CIS Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/is/.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Management

Today's ethical and responsible leaders have to be effective team builders. The leaders of companies that are succeeding in the new marketplace possess excellent written and oral communication skills and extensive experience in guiding collaborative teams. The management major has a strong emphasis on collaboration, leadership, communication, team building, business ethics and corporate social responsibility, and community engagement. Students in the major engage with community-based group projects in not-for-profit and for-profit business settings. The curriculum begins with immersion in the fundamentals of the global economy, the world of e-business, and collaborative teams. Throughout the program, understanding of theory and concepts of management and ethical leadership are enhanced by experiencing and testing these concepts in skill-based exercises, case discussions, and team-based project work in the classroom and in the community. The management major also offers an entrepreneurship concentration. The concentration prepares students to identify, evaluate, and develop entrepreneurial opportunities, whether in existing companies or in new business ventures. The entrepreneurship concentration is grounded in the management major's emphasis on collaboration, leadership, communication, and team building, but adds refined analytical, managerial, and leadership skills appropriate for people who want to change the world through new product development and innovation. Students in the entrepreneurship concentration frequently collaborate with students from across the university, in particular students in the College of Design and the School of Sustainability. Additionally, the topic of sustainability is strongly emphasized throughout the curriculum. Graduates have the option of starting their own businesses or working for companies that value their entrepreneurial abilities.
The management major prepares men and women for managerial leadership in a world characterized by the fast pace of e-business; demands for continuous process improvements to enhance the value chain; growing technological sophistication; racial, cultural and gender diversity in the workforce; and the need for skills in communicating and working with people, directing projects, and managing change. Graduates with these skills are likely to be recruited by management consulting firms, high-tech firms, service and manufacturing firms, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, and large and small organizations.

For more information about a Management Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/mgt/.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing

Students majoring in marketing gain an understanding of the science behind consumer behavior and the critical role that marketing plays in all organizations. In addition, they develop marketing skills that provide a competitive advantage in their careers. The nationally-ranked and award-winning marketing faculty share a passion for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. Faculty provide many productive ways for students to get involved in the life of our department and work with our business partners. The department is home of the Center for Services Leadership, the premier international center for the study of services marketing, and offers distinctive coursework in Opportunities

Through the proper selection of coursework and other educational experiences, a marketing student may prepare for a variety of careers in areas such as professional sales and relationship management, business development, sales management, marketing communications, services marketing, business-to-business marketing, international marketing, market research and information management, customer relationship management or retail management. The degree program provides fundamentals, flexibility and specialization opportunities.

For more information about a Marketing Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/mkt/.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Supply Chain Management

A major in supply chain management prepares students for many exciting careers with a hands-on approach to making things happen in a global business. Supply chain managers focus on managing and improving the flow and transformation of goods or services all the way from raw materials to the end user. Supply chain management students work with world-renowned faculty to learn how to become effective supply chain managers. Classes are small and the courses use projects and case studies to bring the material to life. The program is consistently ranked as one of the top supply chain programs in the world.

A major in supply chain management prepares students for a variety of exciting careers with a hands-on approach to making things happen in a business. Supply chain managers focus on managing and improving the flow and transformation of goods all the way from raw materials to the final end user. This often involves managing interactions between your firm and other companies that provide goods or services to your company, or to which you provide goods or services. Graduates are prepared for positions such as buyer/planner, production scheduler, materials manager, forecaster, or transportation planner/scheduler. A career path can lead to executive management positions in logistics, procurement, operations, or supply chain management. Graduates from our highly ranked program are recruited by national and international manufacturing and service firms.

For more information about a SCM Degree please visit: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/scm/.

Bachelor of Arts in Business with a Communication Concentration

Business communication has exploded as a field with companies requiring more rapid and considered response beyond ordinary events to crisis communications. Historically in corporations these positions have been staffed with people trained in communication, English, journalism or other fields who lacked specific business knowledge. Graduates of this program will be better qualified to enter these positions with knowledge that will be immediately useful to potential employers and should advance their career progress.

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Bachelor of Arts in Business with a Sustainability Concentration

Interest in sustainability issues is growing and, most likely, will be increasingly important to business in the next few years. Businesses all over the world are asking serious questions about how they can understand, evaluate and act on issues related to sustainability and still make sensible business decisions for both the short and long run. They currently seek individuals who understand the societal, scientific and business aspects of the issues. Graduates from this degree program will fill these needs.

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Bachelor of Arts in Business with a Tourism Concentration

Tourism management and development combines marketing and economic development, with emphasis on managerial understanding to promote smooth operations.  The combination of skills acquired from exposure to both business and tourism courses will make these graduates more marketable and productive in their functions.

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Bachelor of Arts in Business with an Urban Policy Concentration

BA in Business with an Urban Policy concentration graduates will be well equipped to deal with the wide range of economic and business development issues.  Historically urban planners have had little business background, but function in a system where business success is a key ingredient in high-quality, dynamic urban policy.   Graduates of this degree program will be prepared to address urban policy issues from a highly qualified business perspective.

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