College of Business

EOU College of Business Graduate Meghan Gustafson walks across the stage at Commencement 2025
Meet Megan Gustafson ’25, a driven EOU College of Business alumna who is already making waves! Earning her bachelor’s degree in three years and finishing her MBA before turning 22, she recently launched MG Creative, a Boise-based marketing firm. We are incredibly proud of her entrepreneurial drive and ongoing success!

The EOU College of Business is dedicated to academic excellence and a learner-centered environment, emphasizing quality teaching, advising, experiential learning, and career-ready programs. We prepare ethical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and effective communicators who are socially responsible and lifelong learners, while contributing to regional economic and workforce development through responsive programs and services.

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Accreditation

The College of Business at Eastern Oregon University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road, Overland Park , Kansas 66213, USA.  For a listing of accredited programs, read the PDF at the link here.

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Additional Programs & Services

Center for Economic Information

Working closely with each client, we conduct economic analyses using research tools like IMPLAN, customized indices, and regional economic modeling to assist public, private, and non-profit organizations improve their decision-making. This can relate to project viability, economic impact, or ranking of alternatives, for example. Moreover, as residents of rural Oregon, we have a deep understanding of the opportunities and constraints facing rural economies.

Mine Safety Training

Eastern Oregon University’s Mine Safety and Health Program provides comprehensive training to reduce accidents and health risks across Oregon’s mining industry. Led by a full-time instructor, the program offers essential coursework including New Miner, Mine Rescue, and Annual Refresher training. By equipping personnel with critical education on safety standards, hazard prevention, and health protocols, the program ensures miners are fully prepared for safe work environments.

ROTC

Eastern Oregon University ROTC is specifically designed to develop leaders of all disciplines. The ROTC program allows students from all degree programs to participate. Army ROTC is an elective curriculum you take along with your required college major classes. It gives you the tools, training and experiences that will help you succeed in any competitive environment. Along with great leadership training, Army ROTC can pay for your college tuition.

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College of Business
Eastern Oregon University
Zabel Hall 255
La Grande, OR 97850

Phone: 541-962-3816
Email: hdurrant@eou.edu