Program Overview

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Accelerated Business Degree

The Accelerated Business Degree program at Colorado State University's College of Business is designed for prospective students with high school AP or IB credits or transfer credits from another higher-education institution. This program allows students to graduate faster, typically within 3 to 3.5 years.

Program Overview

The accelerated degree program offers the same academic value as the traditional 4-year program, just at a different pace. Students can choose from seven concentrations:

• Accounting
• Computer Information Systems
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• Management and Innovation
• Marketing
• Real Estate

Accelerated Degree Schedule

The accelerated business degree schedule requires students to complete 120 credits of coursework to graduate. Students typically take 15-16 credits each fall and spring semester for three years, and 6-9 credits each summer over three summer sessions. Prior credits, such as AP or IB credits, can be applied toward the business degree to reach graduation goals sooner.

Accelerated Degree Roadmaps by Concentration

A business concentration helps students hone their academic interests into professional skills. The College of Business offers seven concentrations, and students can explore the degree completion maps for each concentration:

• Accounting
• Computer Information Systems
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• Management and Innovation
• Marketing
• Real Estate

Benefits of the Accelerated Business Degree

The accelerated business degree program offers several benefits, including:

• Opportunity to start a career six to 12 months earlier
• Potential to lower the overall cost of attending CSU

Comparison to Traditional Business Degree

The traditional business degree program offers flexibility to change concentrations and pursue additional minors and certificates, as well as more time to explore internship opportunities and companies. However, the accelerated business degree program provides a faster path to graduation and a head start on a career.

Academic Programs

The College of Business at Colorado State University offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
• Accelerated Business Degree
• AUCC Courses
• Accelerated Masters Program
• Business Minors
• Undergraduate Certificates
• Research Fellows Program

Graduate Programs

The College of Business also offers graduate programs, including:

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Accountancy
• Master of Computer Information Systems
• Master of Finance
• Graduate Certificates
• International Business Experience
• Dual Degree

High School Programs

The College of Business offers high school programs, including:

• First-Generation Business Summit
• Global Business Academy
• IT in Business

Departments

The College of Business is comprised of several departments, including:

• Accounting
• Computer Information Systems
• Finance and Real Estate
• Management
• Marketing

Information For...

The College of Business provides information and resources for:

• Alumni
• Current Students - Undergraduate
• Current Students - Graduate
• Prospective Students - Undergraduate
• Employers
• Employees

Research Areas

The College of Business at Colorado State University is involved in various research areas, including:

• Marketing and Social Impact
• Professional Selling
• Real Estate
• Entrepreneurship
• Supply Chain Management
• Veterinary Management

Centers and Institutes

The College of Business is home to several centers and institutes, including:

• Center for Marketing and Social Impact
• Center for Professional Selling
• Everitt Real Estate Center
• HR Edge Network
• Institute for Entrepreneurship
• Supply Chain Management Forum
• Veterinary Management Institute

Student Experience

The College of Business provides a range of student experiences, including:

• Academic Departments
• Career Management Center
• Signature Experiences
• Clubs and Organizations
• Commencement
• Education Abroad
• LinkedIn Learning
• Mentoring Programs
• Case Competitions

Corporate Partnerships

The College of Business offers corporate partnerships, including:

• Tuition Benefit
• Host a Sustainability Fellow

Community Engagement

The College of Business is involved in community engagement initiatives, including:

• Rankings
• Events
• News
• Research Insights
• Campus News

Employee Directory

The College of Business provides an employee directory for faculty and staff.

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The College of Business welcomes visitors to its campus in Fort Collins, CO.

Contact Us

The College of Business can be contacted through its website or by visiting its campus.