Exploring Business

Your path to business starts with curosity

Not sure which business degree is right for you? You’re not alone. The world of business is vast – finance, marketing, management, supply chain and more. The good news? You don’t have to decide right away.

With a business degree from the Wilson College of Business, you’ll take courses across various disciplines, learn from distinguished professors and work closely with a dedicated business advisor who will guide you through the process. With our business core, you’ll get to take courses designed to give you a solid foundation in the core principles of business that will count toward whatever business major you choose. When the time comes to make your selection, you’ll be confident and prepared for success.

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$178k

Median Corporate Controller Salary

According to Robert Half 2020 Salary Guide. Starting salaries for accounting majors range from $54k-$60k according to NACE (2019). 

96%

Career
Placement

Students graduate with multiple job offers in hand. And the majority of time, 100% of graduates have position within six months of graduation (2020).

70%+

CPA Pass Rate

That means UNI accounting graduates pass the CPA exam, far outpacing the state average of 33%.

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Our Business Core is Built for Flexibility

Double Major? Change Majors? No Problem with Our Business Core!

Not sure which area of business is right for you? With our business core, you can dive into the curriculum and explore different fields to discover what interests you most. Whether you’re considering marketing, finance, management, or another path, our business core provides a strong foundation while keeping your options open. It’s designed for flexibility—making it easy to change majors within the Wilson College of Business or even pursue a double major, allowing you to tailor your education to your career goals.

The 42-credit-hour business core includes essential courses in economics, accounting, marketing, finance, operations, and strategic management. These courses equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in any business career. By the time you choose your major, you'll be confident and prepared for success.


Business Careers

A business degree equips you with the skills to analyze data, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively—essential abilities for any industry. Frequent careers and job titles in business include:

  • Financial Analyst
  • Marketing Manager
  • Business Consultant
  • Data Analyst
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Supply Chain Analyst

Business Courses

A degree from our top-ranked business college provides a strong foundation in core business principles. You’ll shape your path by selecting courses in marketing, finance, human resources, operations management, information systems, ethics, and international business.

Business degree courses include:

  • Organizational Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Operations Management
  • International Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Employment and Labor Law
  • Business Law
  • Staffing and Employee Development
  • Business, Ethics, and Society
  • Dynamics of Negotiation
  • Information Systems Applications

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Top Employers

Our graduates are in demand! Whether you aim to lead in a global corporation, launch your own business, or specialize in a specific industry, a business degree equips you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Here are a few of the companies where our alumni work:

  • Deloitte
  • PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
  • Ernst & Young (EY)
  • KPMG
  • John Deere
  • Wells Fargo
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Amazon
  • Collins Aerospace
  • Target

 

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I love UNI because of the size of the campus. I love that I know my professors on a personal level, and I know the students in my classes. But there are still people you don’t know, and you still get the environment of a big college.

Bailey Grover

Beyond the Classroom

Shape your leadership skills and have some fun by joining a student organization.


Want to make an impact while building leadership skills? Wilson Business Student Ambassadors is a volunteer organization of current business students who offer insight and guidance to future Panthers. Join a community that represents the college, connects with prospective students, and helps shape the next generation of business leaders.


Entrepreneurs Club

Ever wanted to be your own boss? Accounting is a great way to enter the business consulting field. Enhance your skills by joining the UNI Entrepreneurs Club. This group of students actively focuses on developing and utilizing the skills necessary to form functioning revenue-earning identities.