The accounting program was separately accredited in 1997, a distinction held by only 130 schools. Courses are taught by full-time faculty with business experience and doctoral degrees. The faculty are committed to offering a program that meets the needs of today's students and their employers. The curriculum reflects the changing nature of work today and prepares you for the demands of tomorrow. The College of Business and Economics is a leader in using technology in the classroom.
Every student has an e-mail account so they can contact their classmates and professors at any time.
The use of technology is also an integral part of the courses. Students will learn to write effectively using word processing, make presentations with graphic software, manipulate data via spreadsheet, and manage records with databases in an integrated data management system. On-campus programs are taught in the WesBanco Technology Classroom. The Internet and the World Wide Web are also an integral part of every program. Whatever your career goals, West Virginia University offers a management degree that can help you get there.