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Established in 1994, the Milgard School of Business at University of Washington Tacoma offers a variety of undergraduate programs, graduate programs and executive education programs. Academic Advisors in the Milgard School of Business help you from the time you decide you are interested in applying to the business major until you graduate. Learn more about our programs and find out the best one for you.
Undergraduate Programs
BA in Business Administration
The undergraduate degree program in Business Administration, with options in Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing or General Business focuses on cultivating compassionate leaders who can better the world one step at a time and inspire change and lifelong learning.
Direct Admission (Freshman)
The Direct Admission program provides the opportunity for exceptional freshman applicants (high school seniors) with a strong interest in studying business to be admitted directly from high school into the Milgard School of Business.
Minor in Business Administration
The minor in Business Administration is for in any non-business major to increase their understanding of business theory, practices, and applications within a wider economic and social context.
Minor in Business Data Analytics
The interdisciplinary minor in Business Data Analytics (BDA) teaches students to use technology to utilize, interpret, and analyze data. Emphasis is placed on appropriate use of data to solve problems across different industries.
Minor in Sports Enterprise Management
The minor in Sports Enterprise Management (SEM) offers students a unique opportunity to learn the business side of the for-profit and not-for-profit sports industry.
Distinction of Excellence
The Milgard School of Business Distinction of Excellence Program is designed for motivated high-achieving students to enhance their educational experience by fostering connections with business leaders and offering seminars and events that focus on career management and current trends in business thought.
NON-MATRICULATED ACCOUNTING
The Milgard School of Business Non-matriculated Accounting Program is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and wish to complete the necessary accounting course work to sit for the CPA exam.
Graduate Programs
Master of Business Administration
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the Milgard School of Business is a comprehensive 64-credit graduate degree designed to provide experienced professionals and managers with new tools for responding to the challenges of change.
Master of Cybersecurity and Leadership
The Master of Cybersecurity & Leadership (MCL) at the University of Washington Tacoma develops leaders who can effectively identify and promote solutions that protect an organization's cyber systems.
Master of Science in Accounting
Milgard's Master of Science in Accounting (MSAcc) 45-credit STEM courses incorporate the latest analytics software and are designed to ensure students are positioned to be leaders in the accounting profession.
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Milgard's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) MSBA will prepare you to succeed in the data-driven digital era.
Executive Education
Emerging Tech for Managers
Learn the real frameworks, knowledge and tools to help you separate the noise from the truth. The media and 'influencers' bombard us with sensationalized stories of the highs, lows and riches that are being made. You will be confident in your knowledge and decisions moving forward. This day-long event is FREE.
Essentials of Management
The EMP is designed for experienced managers seeking a stronger foundation in current business theory and practice, or managers who have experience in one area and desire exposure to other areas to qualify for positions of increased responsibility.
Foundations of Data Analytics
Data analytics is an emerging inter-disciplinary area which has a fast-growing job market. Foundations is 100% Online Instruction; 3-hour courses delivered live on weekends and weekday evenings. Review the class recording and practice what you’ve learned at your own pace thereafter.
