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    Worcester Polytechnic Institute

    Bachelor in Business

    Worcester, United States4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Massachusetts, founded in 1865, is known for its project-based, interdisciplinary approach to science, engineering, technology and business education. Serving around 6,000 students, including more than 1,100 international scholars, WPI emphasizes experiential learning that challenges students to solve real-world problems. The institute's strong research culture and industry links provide robust opportunities for applied learning and graduate study preparation.

    WPI's signature project curriculum places students in team-based projects with industry, community and global partners, allowing learners to develop technical depth, communication skills and project management experience. State-of-the-art labs, research centers and faculty mentorship support both undergraduate innovation and graduate research. The campus culture balances rigorous academics with collaborative problem-solving and entrepreneurship resources.

    International students benefit from a tight-knit community, career services that connect graduates to employers, and extensive alumni networks across technology sectors. WPI supports mobility through exchange programs and global project sites, helping students build practical experience and professional connections. Graduates typically move into research, industry roles or further study with a strong record of employability.

    About the Program

    The Bachelor in Business at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a degree for high school graduates who want to become tech-savvy problem-solvers in technology-based organizations. This 4-year program in English helps students grow as analytical thinkers, decision-makers, and communicators. The main advantage is the chance to learn and work with engineers and scientists.

    The curriculum includes key areas of business, with a focus on peer collaboration and close interactions with faculty. Students develop skills as analytical thinkers, decision-makers, and communicators. They also learn through hands-on projects and close interactions with faculty.

    Graduates can become management consultants, financial analysts, marketing managers, or human resources managers. They can work in industries like finance, technology, or healthcare, and for employers such as IBM, Google, or Boston Scientific.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    TOEFL iBT
    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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