At Western
International University the focus is on business.
Each degree program provides a foundation in general education
followed by the fundamentals of business activity and then
the specialty of the selected major. Those successfully complete
the degree programs are prepared at various levels for
employments and/or advancement in the national and international
work environments.
The WIU teaching and learning model is unique, combining
both the traditional and non-traditional approaches that
best serve our Indian population. Each session is 9 weeks in length.
The WIU faculty are also a blend of traditionally and non-traditionally
prepared educators (holding Master's degree or higher) and working
professionals; many with international experience. They
bring both theoretical and practical knowledge and skill
to their teaching and are able to facilitate student collaboration
to maximize teaching and learning.
Teaching approaches vary to accommodate a variety of learning
methods including lectures, discussion, in-class small group
activities, case studies, projects, student presentations and application
of concepts and theory to real-world situations. Students
are encouraged to target their assignments to issues and
projects directly related to their work.
To prepare students for successful employment and advancement
in the business world, WIU also incorporates global, multicultural
and international perspectives in its curriculum and emphasizes
communication (both written and oral), critical thinking
and computer skill development.
Academic standards remain rigorous and require that students
come to WIU prepared for university level work or seek
the preparation they need, either before they begin their
coursework or during their initial enrollment period. Learning
is a social and often a sequential experience. Therefore,
it is critical that students enroll with the commitment
to attend and actively participate in all classes and activites. It is
important to attend classes in the recommended order as detailed
in the program descriptions. All course prerequisites
must be met prior to enrolling in the courses.