About Us

The Cotsakos College of Business, accredited by AACSB International, aims to increase student success with an enhanced focus on technology, globalization, professional enrichment, and stakeholder engagement. Guided by the University's 2012-2022 Strategic Plan, the College continuously strives to elevate the quality of its programs and develop new offerings to meet the needs of emerging professional fields of study.

Under the leadership of Dean Anthony Bowrin, in addition to providing students with a high-quality academic experience, the Cotsakos College of Business recognizes the importance of experiential learning, including internships, mentoring, and other professional enrichment activities. Our goal is to become New Jersey's best industry connected college of business.

The College offers specialized baccalaureate degrees in the functional business disciplines of Accounting, Finance, Financial Planning, Global Business, Marketing, Management, and Professional Sales. Also, the College,... read more

AACSB Accreditation

AACSB accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Being AACSB-accredited means a business school is able to continuously pass a strict set of standards that ensure quality.

AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business is an association of educational institutions, businesses, and other organizations devoted to the advancement of higher education in management education. It is also the premier accrediting agency of collegiate business schools and accounting programs worldwide.

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Advisory and Advancement Council

The Cotsakos College of Business Advisory and Advancement Council plays a vital role in the life of the College and William Paterson University. Members, who are appointed by the dean, help advance William Paterson’s mission and strengthen the University’s competitive position among public institutions of higher education in New Jersey and beyond. Advisory and Advancement Council members demonstrate their commitment by investing generously of their time, talent and treasure in the future of the Cotsakos College of Business and William Paterson University.

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