College of Business
The Westcliff College of Business offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Business Administration. The BBA, MBA and DBA degrees are meant for working professionals who want to further their careers in business, whether they are pursuing jobs in management, leadership, and consulting or wish to become business entrepreneurs themselves.
When you enroll in the College of Business, you can expect to refine your communication skills, particularly in making presentations and leading group discussions. While all classes include a lecture component, a high level of student participation and case study analyses are the hallmarks of our business programs.
About
The cornerstone of a Westcliff University business degree is the development of analytical reasoning skills that are immediately applicable to the real world. Our students graduate with the ability to critically assess a company and its challenges, and to generate creative solutions that are grounded in business principles. Equally important, our business students increase their understanding of the global business community and become more attuned to market trends and thus entrepreneurial opportunities.
Mission Statement
Westcliff University’s College of Business mission is to deliver a high-quality business education that can improve the lives of students, personally and professionally. The College’s teaching philosophy is to vitalize business concepts by offering a curriculum in a pragmatic and relevant framework. Through the use of innovative teaching methods, students are enabled to enhance their business acumen in an ethical and socially responsible way.
Bachelor of Business Administration
(BBA)
Master of Business Administration
(MBA)
Doctor of Business Administration
(DBA)
Undergraduate Certificates
- Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Undergraduate Certificate in Leadership
- Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources
- Undergraduate Certificate in Finance
- Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Marketing
- Undergraduate Certificate in Sports Management
- Undergraduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Graduate Certificates
Doctoral Certificates
NEW! Master’s in Trading
(Offered in Partnership with ITI)
Westcliff University is excited to introduce the Master’s in Trading, a specialized program offered in partnership with the International Trading Institute (ITI). Designed for aspiring and experienced traders, this program combines academic knowledge with the real-world skills needed to succeed in fast-paced financial markets.
Program Highlights:
- Learn from industry experts with decades of professional trading experience
- Participate in live market simulations and real-time decision-making
- Receive one-on-one coaching and mentorship throughout the program
- Access proprietary tools and strategies used by elite traders
- Build a strong foundation in technical analysis, risk management, and trading psychology
- Flexible online learning format designed for working professionals
Ready to trade smarter, faster, and more confidently?
Jorge Cardenas D. B. A.
Dean, College of Business
Welcome Message from Dr. Jorge Alberto Cardenas, D.B.A
Welcome to Westcliff University’s College of Business.
Our College is a vibrant, globally engaged community of faculty, students, alumni, and industry partners. Through undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as focused certificate offerings, students pursue a business education designed to deliver immediate and lasting professional impact. Program options, including concentrations, allow students to develop targeted expertise aligned with their career goals.
Our dynamic curriculum reflects the diversity and experience of our faculty and student body, representing more than 100 countries. Courses integrate strong theoretical foundations with practical, technology-driven business applications to prepare graduates for today’s workplace and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Students engage through multiple learning modalities, experiential projects, and campus initiatives, including SMART capstones, the Innovation Hub, and real-world pitching experiences with partners such as Tech Coast Angels. Guided by Westcliff’s core values, the College of Business is committed to excellence, entrepreneurship, and global leadership. We look forward to welcoming you.