The College of Business and Social Sciences offers programs in business and social sciences and consists of five departments.
The Business and Economics programs are supported by the following departments: Department of Accounting, Department of Economics, Finance & Marketing, Department of Management, Management Information Systems, and International Business.
Social science programs are offered by the following departments: Department of History & Political Science, Department of Psychology & Sociology
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.
Meanwhile, our social science programs offer majors in History, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Each of these disciplines draws from its respective members and society at large, as well as organizations and industries that continue to refine how we view and interact with the world. Each academic concentration provides a historical foundation of how peers, society and industry work, enabling students to have a deeper understanding of current issues affecting our world.
Accounting
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.
Certified Public Manager Program
Professional Training and Development for Managers West Virginia State University’s Certified Public Manager® Program is an affiliate program of the National CPM® Consortium and is designed to improve the quality
Economics, Finance and Marketing
Empowering Economic Minds The Department of Economics, Finance and Marketing at West Virginia State University offers comprehensive bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Economics, with specialized concentrations in finance, marketing,
History & Political Science
Shaping Engaged Leaders West Virginia State University’s History and Political Science programs align with WVSU’s community service mission, fostering lifelong learning and producing graduates ready to enrich their communities through
Management, Management Information Systems, and International Business
Cultivating Business Leaders 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. Meanwhile, our
Psychology & Sociology
Understanding Human Behavior The Department of Psychology & Sociology at WVSU offers comprehensive programs exploring human behavior and social interactions. The Psychology program blends traditional knowledge with modern techniques, featuring
Public Administration
Promoting Excellence in Public Service 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