Change Your Life With an Online Business Degree
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ONLINE BUSINESS DEGREES
Choose the Right Business Degree for You
Our online bachelor’s and master’s programs are accredited and give you the option to figure out which program best suits your educational needs. WGU business courses offer real-world application, the ability to graduate faster, and industry relevancy so you can pursue your career goals.
EMPLOYER SATISFACTION
98% of employers included in a 2023Harris Poll Survey said WGU grads met or exceeded expectations.
EXCELLENCE AND RESPECT
Many WGU School of Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
GUIDED BY A MENTOR
A program mentor will be your guide, providing help and motivation throughout your WGU experience.
Business Bachelor's Degrees Online
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Accounting – B.S. Business Administration
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Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?...
Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?
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- Time: 62%of graduates finish within 24 months
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 41 courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Financial Statements
- Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Research
Take your first step toward CPA certification and learn how to use GAAP, ledgers, and journals.
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Business Management – B.S. Business Administration
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Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:...
Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:
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- Time: 61%of graduates finish within 19 months
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé this program will teach you include:
- Business communication
- Product development
- Decision making models
- Project management strategies
- Budgeting for business
This online degree program is an excellent choice for kick-starting your organizational management career.
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Communications – B.S.
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world...
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world skills for a variety of industries.
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- Time:60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses:38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
- Strategic Communications
- Crisis Communication
- Content Creation
- Value-Based Leadership
- Project Management
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
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Finance – B.S.
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This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant...
This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant industry skills.
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- Time: 62%of graduates finish similar programs within 24 months
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 41 courses in this program
Some careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- Management
- Accounting
- Finance
- Spreadsheets
- Financial Analysis
- Problem Solving
The competency-based model at WGU allows you to move as quickly as you can master the material, and do your coursework on your schedule. Flexibility is key with the B.S. in finance at WGU.
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Healthcare Administration – B.S.
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You can become a healthcare industry leader:...
You can become a healthcare industry leader:
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- Time: 63%of graduates finish within 17 months
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 40 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Management
- Communication
- Team Leadership
- Operations
- Scheduling
- StrategicPlanning
The online courses in this career-focused business degree program will prepare you with management-level skills and an up-to-date understanding of our healthcare delivery system.
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Human Resource Management – B.S. Business Administration
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A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:...
A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:
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- Time: 65%of graduates finish within 24 months.
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 41 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Agile project management
- Employment and labor laws
- Recruiting strategies
- HR technology
- DE&I understanding
Earn your B.S. in Human Resources and help build strong organizations.
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IT Management – B.S. Business Administration
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IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:...
IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:
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- Time: 61%of graduates finish within 19 months
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Communication
- Agile Project Management
- Analytical Techniques
- Information Technology
Key competencies of these online courses align with industry needs: management and leadership, networks and security, and information systems management.
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Marketing – B.S. Business Administration
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For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:...
For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:
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- Time: 60%of graduates finish within 19 months.
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 41 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Communication
- Marketing
- Sales
- Management
- Project Management
- Product Management
Marketing is a creative and exciting field—and one where an undergraduate degree will open better opportunities.
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Supply Chain and Operations Management - B.S.
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This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare...
This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare you for real-world experiences in business.
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- Time: 61%of graduates finish similar programs within 19 months.
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses:36 courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Detail Oriented
- Management
- Leadership
- Operations:
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User Experience Design – B.S.
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become...
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become business-savvy designers that can generate best-in-class, customer-centric products and services.
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- Time:60% of students finish similar programs in19 months.
- Tuition:$3,755 per 6-month term
- Courses:38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
- Wireframing and Prototyping
- Artificial Intelligence
- Accessible Design
- Figma Design Software
- UI/UX Research
- User Testing
- Adobe Express
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
Technology
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Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree
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Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster...
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster pace with fewer courses.
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- Time: Approximately 5 years.
- Tuition: $3,725 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,040 per term for the master's portion.
- Courses: 42 total courses in this program.
Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
- CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
- Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
- ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
- PMI CAPM
- LPI Linux Essentials
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Scripting and programming
- Networking and security
- Systems and services
- Data management
- Business of IT
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
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Health Information Management – B.S.
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A program designed for future leaders in HIM....
A program designed for future leaders in HIM.
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- Time:61% of grads earned this degree in36 months or less.
- Tuition:$4,210 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 36 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Medical Terminology
- Healthcare System Applications
- Health Information Law and Regulations
- Healthcare Project Management
- Data Analytics and Information Governance
This CAHIIM-accredited program makes you eligible for the RHIA exam.
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Business Master's Degrees Online
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Master of Business Administration
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The flexible MBA program you need, focused on business management,...
The flexible MBA program you need, focused on business management, strategy, and leading teams:
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- Time:Graduates can finish in 12 months
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Leadership strategies
- Talent management
- Communication
- Data collection and interpretation
- Financial statements
Our competency-based model gives you an innovative learning experience you won't find anywhere else—and our MBA grads tell us they loved accelerating their program to see a faster ROI.
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MBA Healthcare Management
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Prepare for a career leading private or public healthcare organizations....
Prepare for a career leading private or public healthcare organizations.
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- Time:WGUlets you set a schedule so you can finish your MBA in just one year.
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient care improvement
- Service line development
- Healthcare trends
- Health policy and legislation
Healthcare is big business in today's complex economy. Steer your career with this specialty MBA.
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This program is not the only online business degree WGU offers that is designed to create leaders in the field of healthcare. Compare our health leadership degrees.
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MBA Information Technology Management
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Earn the online college degree that can move your career into IT upper...
Earn the online college degree that can move your career into IT upper management:
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- Time:Graduates can finish in 12 months
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term
- Courses: 11 total courses in this program
Sample careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
- Management
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Innovation
- Communications
- Information Systems Security
Learn to navigate emergencies, execute strategies, and optimize systems with the competencies within this specialty MBA.
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Accounting – M.S.
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Become better qualified to pursue a greater variety of public and private...
Become better qualified to pursue a greater variety of public and private accounting positions:
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- Time: 62%of grads finish within 19 months.
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé that this program will prepare you for:
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Tax Planning
- Financial Management
- Online Communication
- Research
This MAcc program is designed to prepare you for the CPA exam and also the CMA or CIA exams.
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Human Resource Management – M.S.
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A SHRM-recognized master's degree in human resource management...
A SHRM-recognized master's degree in human resource management
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- Time:61%of graduates finish this program within 18 months.
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term
- Courses:10 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program include:
- Performance Management
- Communication
- Management
- Planning
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
Earn your M.S. in Human Resources and help companies create excellent cultures.
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Management and Leadership – M.S.
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An online master's degree focused on change management, innovation, and...
An online master's degree focused on change management, innovation, and leading teams:
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- Time: 60%of graduates can finish in 17 months.
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé that this program will teach you:
- Leadership
- Management
- Coordinating
- Communications
- Performance Management
- Planning
Develop a comprehensive suite of leadership skills and your confidence to navigate changing business structures.
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Marketing – M.S.
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Two online marketing master's degree options with a focus on either...
Two online marketing master's degree options with a focus on either digital marketing or marketing analytics.
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- Time:61%of graduates finish WGU master's programs in 18 months
- Tuition:$4,755 per 6-month term
- Courses:10 total courses in this program
- Specialization:Students choose from two specializations to focus their marketing studies on digital marketing or marketing analytics
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Management
- Strategic Planning
- Digital Marketing Analytics
- Presentations
- Market Research
- Communications
A marketing master's degree will help you prepare for a wide range of exciting marketing careers.
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Data Analytics – M.S.
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Lead businesses with strong analysis skills:...
Lead businesses with strong analysis skills:
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- Time:61% of graduates finish within 20 months.
- Tuition:$4,520 per 6-month term.
- Courses:11 total courses in this program.
This program consists of three specialization areas which allow you to gain specific experience and skills that will benefit your future career. You can choose from data science, data engineering, and decision process engineering specializations to enhance your degree.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Data Modeling
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Quality
- SQL
- Python
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Information Technology Management – M.S.
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A degree for experienced IT professionals ready to lead....
A degree for experienced IT professionals ready to lead.
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- Time:60% of graduates finish within 18 months.
- Tuition:$4,040 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 10 total courses in this program.
Included in your program—at no extra cost—is the opportunity to earn the valuablePMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification.
- Technology operations and integration
- Sourcing and planning
- Risks and influence
- Solutions development
- Project management
Maximize the opportunities that your IT career path has afforded you—earn your master's and keep moving up.
Technology
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Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree
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Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster...
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster pace with fewer courses.
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- Time: Approximately 5 years.
- Tuition: $3,725 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,040 per term for the master's portion.
- Courses: 42 total courses in this program.
Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
- CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
- Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
- ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
- PMI CAPM
- LPI Linux Essentials
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Scripting and programming
- Networking and security
- Systems and services
- Data management
- Business of IT
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
Health & Nursing
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Master of Healthcare Administration
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A master's focused on managing comprehensive, value-based care, directly...
A master's focused on managing comprehensive, value-based care, directly in line with innovations in health and healthcare.
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- Time:60% of grads finish within21 months.
- Tuition:$4,995 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 12 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Collaborative Leadership
- Healthcare Models and Systems
- Healthcare Financial Management
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Healthcare Information Technology
Your rich experience in a health-related field can mean more when you bring a master's level of understanding to the problems that organizations need to solve.
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This program is not the only degree WGU offers designed to create leaders in the field of healthcare. Compare our health leadership degrees.
Education
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Education Technology and Instructional Design – M.Ed.
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The M.Ed. in Education Technology and Instructional Design from WGU is for...
The M.Ed. in Education Technology and Instructional Design from WGU is for instructional designers tasked with creating engaging and immersive virtual learning experiences that can substitute for on-ground instruction.
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No teaching license required.
- Time: 62%of students finish this program in 10 months.
- Tuition:$4,125per 6-month term
- Courses:12 total courses in this program.
This program includes two tracks for students to choose from:
- The K-12 pathway
- The Adult Learner pathway
Skills for your résumé included in this program:
- Learning Experience Design
- Assessment and Learning Analytics
- Learning Technology
- Research Methodology
Develop training and instruction expertise to help you in the classroom, in educational settings, or in corporate world.
Business Certificates
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Accounting Fundamentals Certificate – School of Business
Enhance your résumé and showcase your skills with an accounting...
Enhance your résumé and showcase your skills with an accounting fundamentals certificate from the School of Business.
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- Time: 6 months from start to finish.
- Cost: $2,000 for the certificate.
- Courses: 5 courses total in this program.
This program is designed for individuals who want to boost their résumé with the help of an accounting fundamentals certificate from WGU’s School of Business.
Whether you want to advance your career in this field, or you're just getting started, an accounting fundamentals certificate can help you be ready for your next career step. You'll be prepared to work in a variety of industries including:
- Startups
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- IT
- Retail
- E-Commerce
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Digital Marketing and E-Commerce Certificate – School of Business
Enhance your résumé and showcase your skills with a digital marketing and...
Enhance your résumé and showcase your skills with a digital marketing and e-commerce certificate from the School of Business.
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- Time: 4 months from start to finish.
- Cost: $2,250 for the certificate.
- Courses: 4 courses total in this program.
This program is designed for individuals who want to boost their résumé with the help of a digital marketing and e-commerce certificate from WGU’s School of Business.
Whether you want to advance your career in this field, or you're just getting started, a digital marketing and e-commerce certificate can help you be ready for your next career step. You'll be prepared to work in a variety of industries including:
- Startups
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- IT
- Retail
- E-Commerce
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Leadership Certificate – School of Business
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Enhance your résumé and take a step in your educational journey with the...
Enhance your résumé and take a step in your educational journey with the help of a leadership certificate from the School of Business.
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- Time: 4months from start to finish.
- Cost:$2,250 for the certificate.
- Courses: 3 courses total in this program.
This program is for emerging leaders, however this program does not require a bachelor’s degree, and provides transferable credit towards a WGU degree program.
Whether you aspire to work for a Fortune 500 organization, a government agency, a non-profit organization, or a fast-paced start-up, this certificate can give you the keys to success in a variety of industries, including:
- Finance and Banking
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- IT
- Consulting
- Nonprofit
- Government
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Supply Chain Certificate – School of Business
Boost your résumé and gain valuable experience with a supply chain...
Boost your résumé and gain valuable experience with a supply chain certificate from the School of Business.
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- Time: 6months from start to finish.
- Cost:$2,500 for the certificate.
- Courses:4 courses total in this program.
This program is designed for individuals who are ready to take their supply chain experience to the next level and become a front-line leader in their organization.
Whether you want to advance your career in this field, or you're just getting started, a supply chain certificate can help you be ready for your next career step. You'll be prepared to work in a variety of industries including:
- Startups
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- IT
- Retail
- E-Commerce
Business Degrees To Help Boost Your Salary
A business degree should be worth the cost. Our degree programs have proven to provide a great return on investment. In fact, WGU grads see an average salary increase of $22,200 within just two years of graduation.* Great ROI and higher pay—a business degree from WGU is your foundation for career progression.
*WGU 2023 Annual Report
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WGU vs. Traditional Universities
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Traditional Universities
AVG. yearly tuition
For BACHELOR’S DEGREES
$12,112*
$8,300
AVG. yearly tuition
For MASTER’S DEGREES
$19,314**
$8,856
TUITION STRUCTURE
Per credit hour
Flat rate per 6-month term
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A counselor you have to schedule time with
An individual Program Mentor who knows your goals and schedule
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Scheduled time
Whenever you feel ready
SCHEDULE
Professor led lectures at a certain time and place
Courses available anytime, from anywhere
Traditional Universities
AVG. yearly tuition
For BACHELOR’S DEGREES
$12,112*
AVG. yearly tuition
For BACHELOR’S DEGREES
$8,300
AVG. yearly tuition
For MASTER’S DEGREES
$19,314**
AVG. yearly tuition
For MASTER’S DEGREES
$8,856
TUITION STRUCTURE
Per credit hour
TUITION STRUCTURE
Flat rate per 6-month term
SUPPORT
A counselor you have to schedule time with
SUPPORT
An individual Program Mentor who knows your goals and schedule
EXAMS
Scheduled time
EXAMS
Whenever you feel ready
SCHEDULE
Professor led lectures at a certain time and place
SCHEDULE
Courses available anytime, from anywhere
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Business Programs with the Best ROI
It's important to be thoughtful before investing in a degree. Comparing the cost of the program and the ROI you'll get is key in determining if a program is right for you. WGU programs rank extremely highly when it comes to ROI and competitive tuition. Learn more about how we rank when it comes to post-graduate debt and salary levels.
Bachelor of Science
Business Management: 267% ROI
Bachelor of Science
Marketing: 249% ROI
Bachelor of Science
Accounting: 202% ROI
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"Western Governors University is truly the best. The university is family. They helped me a lot, and I am indeed grateful."
— David Ekpezu,B.S. Business Management grad
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— Andrea Petty, B.S. Marketing grad
"Earning my master’s degree from WGU was an affirmation that I possessed the classical, foundational knowledge one requires to achieve excellent outcomes for themselves in the business world."
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School of Business FAQs
Doing research is crucial when comparing business administration degrees. Things like the cost of the program, the amount of time it will take, and the courses are all important factors when making a decision. But there is more you should think about when making your choice. The amount of debt students have, the amount they are able to earn after they graduate, and how many online students a university has are also extremely important factors in determining which is the best program to meet your needs.
1. Excelsior College
ROI: 497%
Exclusively Online Students: 25,245
Tuition: $9,180 per year
2. Western Governors University
ROI: 267%
Exclusively Online Students: 136,139
Tuition: $6,450 per year
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3. American Public University System
ROI: 249%
Exclusively Online Students: 45,249
Tuition: $11,550 per year
4. Arizona State University—Skysong
ROI: 225%
Exclusively Online Students: 43,721
Tuition: $8,550 per year
5. Capella University
ROI: 171%
Exclusively Online Students: 37,859
Tuition: $10,710 per year
Source: WGU Data
Compare tuition prices for business management programs at online colleges. Other fees may apply, and fees will vary based on degree program and institution. These calculations are made based on 4 year degree programs, with prices listed on an institution's website.
Western Governors University
$28,600
Capella University
$38,400
Southern New Hampshire University
$38,400
Purdue Global University
$50,085
University of Phoenix
$47,760
Grand Canyon University
$56,400
Devry University
$62,708
Walden University
$62,795
On average, online business degrees at other universities will cost $38,000 to $60,000 total. There also may be in-state or out-of-state tuition factors, as well as additional fees. However, you may be able to find online degree programs that cost much less.
For example, business degree programs at WGU are $3,755 per term for a bachelor's degree, and only $4,755 for graduate programs. This is less than half the cost of other online institutions.*
A bachelor's degree in business usually takes around four years to complete at a traditional university. Often online business degree programs allow you to accelerate your program. For example, at WGU business undergraduate programs can be completed in around two years thanks to the accelerated course program.
An online business degree can open up many opportunities for you to begin or advance your career in business. Since a business degree is versatile and teaches many skills, it could qualify you to work in any of several unique industries. With an online business degree, you could potentially qualify for a job in management, finance, accounting, marketing, information technology, or even healthcare. So whether you want to be an accountant or a chief technology officer, an online business degree can help.
CPA licensure requirements vary by state. Check here for more information about accounting license requirements in your state.
*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 47% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by theIntegrated Postsecondary Education Data Systems in 2022. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.