Your bright future, powered by our mission
The Department of Finance and Commercial Law provides an enriching environment from experiential learning from simulations to specialized classrooms, to certifications, to preparation for graduate school or industry.
The Department of Finance and Commercial Law offers an exceptional education that prepares students for successful careers in the business world. With experienced faculty, a multidisciplinary approach, experiential learning opportunities and strong industry connections, we are committed to providing students with a transformative educational experience.
Enter the working world with a remarkable resume
From day one, you will experience the difference a degree from WMU’s Department of Finance and Commercial Law can make to your future. Whether you want to work in corporate finance, business law or financial planning, the numbers show that our graduates are employable and fulfilled in the jobs they take after graduation! The department also offers several scholarships to help you on your path to success.
Take a look at some of the firms you'll have an opportunity to work with:
Join outstanding alumni who’ve made their mark
Our alumni rise to the top of their fields, and the Department of Finance and Commercial Law Outstanding Alumni Award recognizes the career accomplishments of our alumni. The award is the highest alumni honor the department bestows.
2024 honoree
Previous honorees
- Jon Koch, B.B.A.'96, MBA'98 (2023)
- Kenneth Stephens, B.B.A.'86 (2022)
- John Dankovich, B.B.A.’76 (2021)
- Gretchen Holloway, B.B.A.’96 (2019)
- Marshall L. Mohr, B.B.A.’77 (2018)
- David Ellis, B.B.A.’74, MBA’80 (2017)
Our history, your legacy
Less than 6% of business schools worldwide have obtained AACSB accreditation—and WMU Haworth is one of them, making it an excellent choice for students seeking quality education that is a good investment of their tuition dollars. WMU Haworth has maintained its AACSB accreditation since 1970 for undergraduate programs and 1981 for its graduate programs.
Part of AACSB’s standard is an active connection to industry, which the department achieves in many ways. Here are just some of the unique opportunities available:
- Student organizations are available for finance, personal financial planning and business law with professional development activities, social events and more to help you build connections.
- Finance technology is readily accessible to all students in the Greenleaf Trust Trading Room. The lab space is equipped with Bloomberg Terminals so you can gain relevant experience. All finance students will be Bloomberg Market Concepts certified.
- Conferences and case competitions provide valuable enrichment opportunities for students to learn from experts and apply their skills to interesting business challenges. The Department of Finance and Commercial Law supports student attendance at these events to give students an edge in their professional pursuits.
