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BA/MBA Combined Degree

Willamette offers a combined BA/MBA program that allows students to jump-start their careers in business, government and not-for-profit organizations. The program emphasizes experiential learning and develops the portfolio of knowledge, experience and professional tools employers value. In this 3+2 MBA program, students will take three years of undergraduate coursework, begin their MBA classes in their senior year, and complete both degrees in just five years.

Program Snapshot

Credit Hours

151-156

Time to complete

5 Years

Campus

Salem

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Consider a 5 Year MBA Program

Our BA/MBA degree program allows students to achieve more in 5 years. It combines the powerful learning experiences of Willamette's College of Arts and Sciences and Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Students earn their bachelor's and MBA degrees and benefit from participating in an MBA program that is a national leader in early career education.

Pursuing an MBA can be a game-changer, whether you're drawn to human resources, general management, accounting and finance, supply chain management, or other specialties. It equips you with valuable knowledge, experience, and tools that provide a promising career trajectory.


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Student Success

Diego Diaz BA’26, MBA’27 credits his success to Willamette’s proximity to the state capitol, mission-driven programs, supportive faculty, and financial aid, which he says gave him the skills, access, and encouragement to pursue impactful housing advocacy.

Diego's Story

Diego Diaz BA’26, MBA’27 wins national competition seeking solutions to the housing crisis

Diego developed an award-winning large-scale housing proposal that has the potential to provide relief to the nation’s housing crisis.

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Alumni Stories

  • Logan Heagerty

    Logan Heagerty BA '23 MBA '24

    Entrepreneur is helping people stand up for themselves (literally)
    Mentorship from Willamette faculty and entrepreneurs in the community helped Heagerty develop his business plan and led to him representing Willamette in the InventOR competition. MBA courses prepared him to tackle the many aspects of starting and running a successful business including marketing, operations, and finance.

  • Cole Lindberg BA’24 MBA’25

    Industry-relevant skills attracts employers before graduation
    In a highly-competitive job market, the skills and experience gained through two Willamette degrees helped Cole Lindberg BA’24 MBA’25 land a job before graduation.
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What are the Benefits of Willamette's Combined BA/MBA Program?

  • Combine any undergraduate major with an MBA
  • Start your MBA during your senior year
  • Refine your career goals
  • Develop your knowledge and expertise
  • Build real professional work experience
  • Develop your interpersonal and professional skills
  • Develop your team and leadership skills
  • Build your network
  • Position yourself for a satisfying return on investment
    • Increase your job opportunities
    • Increase your career satisfaction
    • Increase your earning potential
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Join Our 3+2 MBA Program

Are you prepared to invest in your future? Take advantage of our combined BA/MBA program to take the first step into your professional career. Save time and money by completing both degrees in only 5 years.

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