College of Business Administration

Building better businesses by graduating experienced leaders

Whether you dream of joining a Big Three consulting firm or founding your own startup, build your skills and gain practical experience in the College of Business Administration. Learn everything you need to launch your career in accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, law, management, business information systems, marketing and hospitality.

National rankings, global impact

In the top 3% of business schools globally with AACSB accreditation in both business and accounting.
$100,000 in total start-up funds up for grabs at the New Venture Challenge, where students present their latest entrepreneurial idea.
20+ student organizations to develop leadership and grow a network.
1^st in Michigan and 59th nationally for Best Online Bachelor's in Business Programs (2024).
2^nd in Michigan and 120th nationally for Best Online MBA programs (2024).
4^th in Michigan and 66th nationally for Best Online Master's in Computer Information Technology Programs (2024).
5^th nationally for international student ROI by F1 Hire.
One of 3 in the U.S. and 16 world-wide certified as a 2024-2025 Celonis Academic Center of Excellence, CMU has held this recognition for more than 4 years.
73% of our students graduate having completed an internship.
95% of students are employed, pursuing graduate school, or dedicating themselves to service (e.g., military, Peace Corps) within six months of graduation.
$62,000 is the average starting base salaries of our graduates.

Visit the College of Business

Thinking about a future in business? There’s no better way to experience the Central Michigan University College of Business than by visiting Grawn Hall!

Join our student ambassadors, faculty, and staff as they share why visiting campus is the best way to explore opportunities, connect with future mentors, and see firsthand how we prepare students for success.

Come see for yourself what makes CMU’s College of Business the place to launch your future!

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Michigan Finance Scholars

Michigan Finance Scholars program prepares ambitious and driven undergraduate students for careers in corporate finance, investment banking,

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Featured Lab

SAP Next-Gen

Enterprise software company SAP Next-Gen Labs foster connections between academic thought leaders, researchers, students and the SAP ecosystem.

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Business Residential College

Live and learn alongside your fellow entrepreneurs and future business leaders in the Business Residential College.

Business Residential College

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Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

The College of Business Administration offers undergraduate degrees, certificate programs and graduate degrees in a variety of disciplines. Learn to be a savvy decision-maker and authentic leader in whichever program best fits your goals.

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