Business Administration program
Get the business background you need.
The Business Administration minor at UW-La Crosse offers students from non-business disciplines the opportunity to gain a solid foundation in the key functional areas of business and organizational operations. Through a core set of courses in accounting, economics, management, and marketing, students develop practical skills in decision-making, leadership, and strategic thinking—skills that are highly valued across all fields.
Whether you're interested in fitness, tech, healthcare, nonprofit management, or other fields, this minor helps you bridge the gap between your discipline and the world of business.
The business administration minor is available to any student outside the College of Business Administration.
What is business administration?
Business administration is a broad field that incorporates a blend of business courses designed to increase knowledge of business management, principles, and practices. Students gain a foundational understanding of how business can operate as efficiently and effectively as possible.
My time at UWL has grown my personal and professional network exponentially. I have met so many amazing people who have encouraged me along the way and helped me realize my full potential in a field that I never would have seen myself entering a few years ago.
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No matter your major, understanding how businesses operate provides a distinct advantage. This minor helps you interpret what’s happening behind the scenes — whether you're working within an organization or launching your own venture.
Many students with entrepreneurial goals or career interests that intersect with business find the minor especially valuable. For example, exercise and sport science majors often pursue the minor to better understand how to run a fitness center, manage clients or operate as personal trainers.
A minor for diverse paths
Students from a wide range of majors choose the Business Administration minor, including:
- Exercise and sport science
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Biology, Chemistry, and Microbiology
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Geography and Environmental Science
- Public Administration
- Public Health and Community Health Education
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Therapeutic Recreation
What distinguishes the business administration minor?
In addition to taking core courses in business, students may choose electives that align with their interests and future career needs. For instance, chemistry and biology majors interested in pharmacy sales may decide to take professional selling as an elective.
The College of Business Administration Dean’s Office assists students in selecting their business minor courses to ensure they meet student’s overarching career objectives.
The minor is 24-25 credits. If students declare the minor early in their academic career, these credits can easily be incorporated into their major without need for additional semesters of study.
The business administration minor is part of the College of Business Administration, which is accredited by AACSB International. This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools and is held by only 5% of schools worldwide. AACSB schools produce graduates who are more highly skilled and marketable to employers than other non-accredited schools.
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