Business Majors, Minors and Certificates
Climb higher and forge your path to success with a business degree from The University of Akron. Our renowned programs empower you to begin your career, armed with industry-relevant knowledge and real-world experiences that give you a competitive edge in the workplace.
Why become a business major at The University of Akron?
At The University of Akron, you’ll study at an AACSB-accredited business school globally recognized for its excellence in preparing the next generation of business leaders. Here, you’ll be more than your major, benefiting from real-world experiences and joining a thriving business community.
A Recognized, Accredited Business College
Dually accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and continuously ranked among the top business programs, The University of Akron’s College of Business prepares you with the education you need to rise higher in your business career or venture.
A Thriving Network of Business Professionals
The University of Akron College of Business boasts more than 36,000 alumni, over 1,000 of which are now in executive positions throughout the United States. By becoming a business major at UA, you’ll join this active network that often helps shape our future business degree programs.
A Business School With Corporate Connections
The University of Akron partners with more than 200 senior executives to shape our business degrees. At UA, you’ll take up-to-date, industry-relevant courses that teach you the skills sought by today’s top employers.
Experience Guaranteed From the Start
The College of Business’ Institute for Leadership Advancement (ILA) provides University of Akron students countless opportunities to grow into strong, impactful leaders through academic courses, co-curricular workshops and events, global immersions, leadership projects, and more.
BUSINESS MINORS
- Business Data Analytics
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Financial Planning
- Human Resource Management
- International Business
- Information Systems Management
- Marketing
- Professional Selling
- Risk Management and Insurance
- Supply Chain/Operations Management
BUSINESS MINORS FOR NON-BUSINESS MAJORS
Enhance your degree with a business minor tailored for non-business majors. Gain valuable business acumen and practical skills that complement your primary field of study.
Business Administration Minor for Non-Business Majors
Develop a solid foundation in business principles, management, marketing and finance to broaden your knowledge and career prospects.
Business Essentials for Engineering Majors
Learn how to be part of a team and prepare for future roles in engineering management.
Marketing Minor for Non-Business Majors
Get an introduction to market analysis, product and service promotion, digital marketing and more.
Entrepreneurship Minor for Non-Business Majors
Build entrepreneurship skills for starting your own business, joining a startup or helping a nonprofit grow.