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College of Business
& Social Sciences

A Unique College & Distinctive Educational Experience

On behalf of the faculty and staff of the College of Business and Social Sciences, you are welcome to explore and learn about the distinctive programs and student experiences at the West Virginia State University.

Our Programs

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The Department of Economics, Finance and Marketing offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with concentrations in Business Economics, Agricultural Economics/Agri-Business, and Social Science.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in History (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The History program prepares students for careers in fields such as information management, museum curation, and government roles, as well as further academic pursuits.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The Political Science program emphasizes highly qualified faculty, proximity to the State Capital, and a student-centered approach to education, empowering graduates to contribute meaningfully to their communities and society at large.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

Psychology students are presented the necessary information, skills, and experience to prepare them for graduate school, careers, or both. Students will gain a comprehensive view of psychology as a legitimate area of science, while likewise emphasizing the practical importance of the subject matter in their daily lives. Sociology students delve into the scientific study of social life, exploring a wide range of topics from family dynamics to cultural beliefs. With its broad scope and relevance, the Sociology program prepares students for applied research, and theory in diverse fields.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

Sociology is the scientific study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.  Sociologists investigates the structure of groups, organizations, and societies, and how people interact within these contexts.  Since human behavior is shaped by social factors, the subject matter of sociology ranges from the intimate family to the hostile mob; from organized crime to religious cults; from the divisions of race, gender and social class to the shared beliefs of a common culture; and from the sociology of work to the sociology of sports.  In fact, few fields have such broad scope and relevance for research, theory, and application of knowledge.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The department of Economics, Finance and Marketing offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with concentrations in Business Economics, Agricultural Economics/Agri-Business, and Social Science.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS) - Accounting

College of Business and Social Sciences

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting are provided a structure and environment in which they develop skills, acquire knowledge, expand their ability to understand complex business situations, and achieve a level of overall maturity and sophistication expected of a business professional.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS) - Management, Management Information Systems

College of Business and Social Sciences

Students in the Business and Economics programs may pursue concentrations in Accounting, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, International Business, Marketing, Management and Management Information Systems.

Graduate

Master of Public Administration

College of Business and Social Sciences

The College of Business and Social Sciences at West Virginia State University offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree for those interested in public management and service. The MPA degree prepares students for careers in the public and non-profit sectors, and offers those already in public service the opportunity to enhance and hone their competencies.

Student Testimonials

Jessica Woods

Jessica Woods talks about her internship experience. https://youtu.be/30Vd0yPwmdc?si=UgFtzIKQ42RR4apo

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Denitra Houchins

Denitra Houchins talks about her internship experience. https://youtu.be/a8-ncpNW6Bg?si=eu8abQnkK8EYDDhI

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Jimmy Seabolt

Jimmy Seabolt talks about his Internship experience https://youtu.be/3_EupP_Ey7k?si=yrvGbFZ7_fCikQJz

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Hannah Keller

Hannah Keller talks about her internship experience. https://youtu.be/1GXVNpPSKvY?si=mE_L9Kit_fVJwnOA

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Administration

Dr. Micheal Pennington
Interim Dean of the College of Business and Social Sciences
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