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Majoring in Business: a versatile choice!

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Hello, I'm Tava'e. I transferred from a community college

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to Western Oregon University to major in business. 

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The business major is one of the most versatile options

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for careers after graduation. The skills acquired 

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in business courses will apply to a huge array of professions,

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making you a valuable resource for employers. 

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To find out if business is for you, ask yourself these four simple questions. 

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Do I want a job that interests me after I graduate?

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Do I enjoy working alone and in groups?

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Do I have the drive to solve problems?

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Am I interested in big data, owning my own business or learning about the stock market?

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If you checked any of the boxes here on the list,

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then the business major at Western is for you. 

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Now let's find out why it's important to learn about business. 

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A business degree opens many doors.

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There's a high return on your investment. 

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And it's an opportunity to challenge yourself. 

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The bottom line is the skills learned in a business major

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can be used in any future employment. 

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I chose to study business here at Western because it was an easy transfer. 

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I knew I wouldn't be just a number. 

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And, it cost about about 30% less here than other universities in the area. 

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Here's a quick look at the program requirements. 

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The business major requires 80 quarter credit hours, 

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including opportunities for concentrations in

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accounting, finance, management, marketing,

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international business and we offer a minor in entrepreneurship. 

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You will also have the opportunity to earn credits through internships,

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allowing you to graduate with real-world experience. 

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At this point you're probably wondering what to graduates do with a degree in business. 

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Our alumni are working Human Resources, 

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the financial industry, nonprofits, state agencies,

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large corporations, real estate, their own businesses and many other places.  

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Finally, I'd like to introduce two people who make up Western's business program, 

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Bojan Ilievski and Christy Hawley. They are skilled and caring

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professionals who have made a profound difference in my life. 

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Transferring to Western has been one of the best decisions I've made.

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If you have any questions or you'd like to schedule a tour, 

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please contact the business office at wou.edu/business-economics.

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