Lewis-Clark State College

What you'll study

The Bachelor’s in Business provides a broad foundation in commercial disciplines alongside opportunities to specialise. Core coursework typically covers principles of economics, financial and managerial accounting, business law, organisational behaviour, marketing, finance, operations management and business analytics. Students also study quantitative skills such as statistics and spreadsheet modelling, plus professional competencies like business communication and ethics.

Most programmes combine lower-division general education and introductory business courses in the first two years with upper-division major courses in the final two years. Upper-level modules commonly include:

• Advanced Managerial Accounting – cost systems, budgeting and decision support
• Corporate Finance – capital budgeting, risk, and financing decisions
• Marketing Management – strategy, consumer behaviour and digital marketing
• Strategic Management – integrating functional areas into corporate strategy
• Operations and Supply Chain Management – process improvement and logistics
• Business Analytics – data analysis, forecasting and applied modelling
• Business Law and Ethics – regulatory environment and ethical decision-making

Students can often tailor the degree with elective modules or minor subjects—such as entrepreneurship, human resource management, accounting, or international business—and complete a capstone project, practicum or internship with a local employer.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a record of college-preparatory coursework. Applicants are usually expected to show competency in mathematics and English. Lewis-Clark State College accepts transfer credits from regional community colleges and many students enter the bachelor programme after completing an associate degree.

Admission may consider GPA, a completed application, and official transcripts. International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or institutional pathways. Mature students and those with relevant work experience are welcome; contact admissions for information about credit for prior learning and placement advising.

Career prospects

Graduates with a Bachelor’s in Business enter diverse roles across the private and public sectors. Common career paths include business management, marketing and sales, financial analysis, operations and supply chain, human resources, and small business ownership. The degree also serves as a foundation for professional qualifications (for example in accounting or financial planning) and further study at the master’s level.

Because Lewis-Clark State College emphasises applied learning and regional employer links, many students gain internships and local industry experience that lead to job opportunities in the Lewiston–Clarkston valley and the broader Pacific Northwest. Career services at the college support resume development, interview preparation and employer connections.

Why study at Lewis-Clark State College

Lewis-Clark State College offers a close-knit campus environment with small class sizes and accessible faculty, allowing personalised mentoring and applied, project-based learning. The business programme focuses on practical skills employers seek—analytical tools, communication, and hands-on experience through internships and community partnerships.

The college’s regional location provides strong ties to local businesses, public agencies and agricultural and manufacturing employers, enabling real-world practicum opportunities. Students benefit from academic advising that supports transfer pathways, flexible scheduling options, and connections to local entrepreneurship and workforce development resources.