A practical blend of business theory and real-world application defines the Walsh College experience. Our mission is to deliver a business education that integrates application and theory to prepare graduates for successful careers. Our faculty members are experienced business professionals and dedicated teachers, and our administrative staff ensures that each student receives personalized service in a professional learning environment.
An independent, non-profit institution since 1922, offers a broad range of business and related technology degree programs at the bachelor, master, and doctoral levels that are responsive to student, employer, and community needs. Courses and services are available at Troy, Novi, Clinton Township, Harper Woods, Port Huron, and online.
Our program areas include:
- Bachelor of Buiness Administration - Business Information Technology
- Bachelor of Buiness Administration - Finance
- Dual MBA / MSF
- Bachelor of Buiness Administration - General Business
- Bachelor of Buiness Administration - Management
- Bachelor of Buiness Administration - Marketing
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Management
Graduates who can effectively communicate with business and IT professionals bring a versitile skill set to organizations. The Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Information Technology (BBA-BIT) provides solid business administration coursework in accounting, business communications, finance, management, marketing, business analysis, data analytics and business system design and development.
Students graduating from Walsh College with a bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance (BBA-FIN) may work for large corporations or for small groups of people. However, the expertise needed to excel in finance remains the same - a deep understanding of financial theory, planning and analysis as well as the ability to think strategically. Walsh BBA Finance students gain these skills and more. With extensive course work in economics, finance, investments and credit analysis, students are well prepared for careers as bank branch managers, stockbrokers, underwriters, financial planners and financial analysts.
Walsh College offers a dual degree program for students interested in pursuing both a MBA and MSF degree at the same time. Students will be required to take the following 22 classes for 66 semester credits required for both degrees. Upon successful completion of all required courses and graduation requirements both degrees will be awarded.
"The Walsh College Bachelor of Business Administration in General Business (BBA-GB) degree allows students to capitalize on options, aptitude and opportunity while they are building the skill base necessary to open the door to success. With extensive coursework in accounting, economics, finance and communication, this program prepares students for a wide range of careers including, purchasing agent, customer service manager, supervisor, or sales manager.
The Walsh College business degree is uniquely customizable. After completing the required BBA courses, students may choose elective courses from any 300 or 400 level class the college offers. Some students take a variety of courses while others specialize in one area - such as information technology, or marketing. This flexibility allows students to make the most of any previous college credit while allowing them to pursue knowledge within their individualized interests."
"In today's fast-paced business environment, effective leadership requires strategic vision, creative problem solving, advanced interpersonal communication skills and a detailed understanding of today's economic and financial trends. The Walsh College student with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Management (BBA-MGT) will enter the business world armed with all of this expertise as well as the hard-core business skills necessary for success.
Managers make decisions, develop resources, set policies, take risks and motivate their co-workers and employees. The Walsh College BBA in Management prepares a student for these responsibilities, and more. With extensive course work in all areas of management as well as a strong general business background, candidates for the Walsh College BBA - Management degree will be ready for careers in human resource management, public administration, customer service, industrial production management, health care and several other growing fields."
"The Walsh College Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing (BBA-MKT) is built on the four P's - product, pricing, place of distribution and promotion. Students graduating with a Walsh College marketing degree will have in-depth understanding of these activities and their impact on consumers. They will also gain cutting-edge knowledge of the strategies, skills and technology necessary to excel in the field of marketing.
These skills, coupled with a solid business background in finance, economics, accounting, management, and communication, prepare students for jobs in a broad array of fields including marketing research, advertising, public relations, marketing communications, internet marketing and sales."
The Walsh College Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a distinctive program that encompasses the study of accounting, finance, management and related disciplines. The curriculum is based upon the foundation courses found in all MBA programs, demonstrating how each area is integrated into a successful business operation. The Walsh MBA also provides the opportunity to specialize in one area by taking four elective courses in topics of particular relevance to individual interests and career goals.
The Walsh College Master of Management (MM) is designed for those interested in learning about generic concepts of managing an enterprise that can apply to both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. The degree is intended for students who desire a graduate degree that will provide them with a generalist point of view in managing organizational resources and will also provide them the opportunity to select a management specialization of study.
Request Information from
Walsh College Onine
Accreditation:
Walsh College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc.org; phone: 312-263-0456). Specific degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP, www.acbsp.org) and the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE, www.iacbe.org).