Dual Major
The field of field of business and marketing education is a rapidly changing field of study. Just as the business world is constantly changing, teacher preparation in the areas of business and marketing education must remain current to prepare students for 21st century careers.
The business and marketing education program focuses on the preparation of business and marketing teachers in grades 6-12. Business and Marketing education instructors teach a variety of courses in these grades from business law and computer applications to sports marketing and computer networking. Because of the extensive training in business subjects, individuals that choose not to teach after graduation have found lucrative and successful careers in all types of business fields.
If you are currently a business major and are looking to increase your employment options and have considered teaching, meet with the business and marketing education program coordinator as early as possible in your education career. If you decide early on that you want to become a teacher, a dual-major program can be structured for you to ensure that you can complete your business degree AND your business & marketing education degree together with minimal extra coursework. If you are considering this option, meeting with the business and marketing education program coordinator today to discuss this option.