Find your future in Business
Academic Programs
Build the knowledge, experience and professional connections to move your career forward - in the heart of Los Angeles.
Business education with an LA Advantage
Why choose CBE? Learn from experienced faculty, apply your knowledge to real challenges and build a network in one
of the world's most dynamic business communities.
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Learn in Los Angeles
Study minutes from Downtown LA and connect with the region's diverse industries and communities.
02
Prepare for your career
Earn a respected AWACS-accredited degree while strengthening professional skills through advising, employer engagement and practical experiences.
03
Learning by doing
Apply classroom knowledge through internships, consulting, service learning and community projects.
CBE by the Numbers
College achievements and selected career-market data featured in CBE program materials.
Top 5%
of business schools worldwide
AACSB-accredited business education.
100 +
students awarded jobs & Internships
in 2025
$96K
average master's IS salary
Information systems career-market benchmark
Source: AIS/Temple IS job Index 2024-NACE Winter 2024
Choose a program that moves you forward
Accounting
Interpret financial information and help organizations make responsible, informed decisions.
Careers:
Accountant | Auditor | Financial Analyst
Information Systems
Combine business and technology to improve systems and support data-driven decisions
Careers:
Systems Analyst | IT Consultant | Security Analyst
Finance, Law & Real Estate
Understand investments, financial strategy and the markets that shape organizations and communities
Careers:
Financial Analyst | Advisor | Real Estate Analyst
Management
Develop the leadership, entrepreneurial and organizational skills to help people and businesses thrive.
Careers:
Manager | HR Specialist | Entrepreneur
Marketing
Use creativity, research, analytics and strategy to understand customers and build brands.
Careers:
Marketing Specialist | Research Analyst | Brand Manager
Economics & Statistics
Examine how people, organizations and governments make decisions in a changing world.
Careers:
Economist | Policy Analyst | Business Analyst
Not sure which program fits you?
Begin with the kind of work you want to do. Each interest connects you with one of the CBE's six departments.
Programs that rise above
National and statewide recognition reflects the quality, affordability and life-changing value of a Cal State LA education.
#1
MBA Program in Southern California
Ranked first in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year.
Best Value Schools
#1
Accounting Program in California
Ranked first in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year.
Best Value Schools
#3
Best Affordable Operations Management Program
Recognized nationally for offering students an affordable path into operations managements.
University HQ
#2
Best Affordable Entrepreneurship Program
Recognized nationally for offering students an affordable path into entrepreneurship.
University HQ
LA
Heart of Los Angeles Location
Located minutes from downtown, CBE gives students unique access to local business networks and diverse career opportunities.
Explore Our Location
#1
Creating upward mobility - in California and across the nation
Cal State LA ranks No.1 in California and No. 1 nationally for upward mobility,
Cal State LA Announcement
Graduate with more than a degree
Beyond the Classroom
CBE students can build experience, confidence and professional connections through opportunities that complement their academic programs.
- Professional Fundamentals Program
- Interneships and employer engagement
- VITA and community engaged projects
- Student organizations and leadership;
- Career advising and mentoring