The School of Business Leadership, and Technology reflects the deep and enduring commitment Bushnell University has for service and stewardship.

The School is committed to providing quality academics and is designed to be practical and affordable. Our dedicated faculty and flexible programs strive to meet the needs and aspirations of today’s students and tomorrow’s leaders in business, accounting, technology and criminology.

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Latrissa Lee Neiworth, Ed.D.
Dean, School of Business, Leadership, and Technology

971-990-5260
lneiworth@bushnell.edu

Why Choose Bushnell’s School of Business, Leadership, & Technology?

To serve the diverse challenges students face today, we offer several options and work with each student to tailor their Bushnell education to their individual circumstances and needs. We offer traditional undergraduate programs, as well as an adult degree completion program. Our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL), and Master of Arts in Sports Management (MASM) are designed for the working adult.

Our classes are offered in classroom and online, complemented by meaningful internships and externships creating an educational experience that is connected to the communities our graduates serve. We are proud of and committed to our tradition of diversity and inclusion.

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Accreditation

International Accreditation Council for Business Education

The Academic Business Unit at Institution has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE status page.

The International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) is the leading outcomes-based professional accrediting organization for business programs in student-centered colleges and universities throughout the world. The IACBE exists to promote, develop, and recognize excellence in business education.

To view the learning outcomes for the School of Business, please view the IACBE Public Disclosure of Student Achievement as follows: 2022-2023

Faculty

  • Larry Coburn, M.S. – Program Coordinator, Master of Arts in Leadership
  • Peter Diffenderfer, Ph.D. – Professor of Business
  • João Ehlers, M.S. – Instructor of Business
  • Shelly Hartzell, M.S.M., CPA, CMA – Associate Professor of Accounting
  • Latrissa Lee Neiworth, Ed.D. – Dean of College of Professional Studies and
    Professor of Leadership & Business
  • Christy Silverthorne, M.A. – Assistant Professor of Marketing

Values

The values of the school and our programs are in line with the historic mission of Bushnell:

  • To provide the principle-based knowledge and skills necessary to succeed with integrity.
  • To develop and maintain first class, solid academics.
  • To deliver employable specialties and concentrations.
  • To keep our programs flexible and affordable.

 

Goals

For over 100 years, our goal has been to help students:

  • Prepare to lead and manage in their chosen career: for-profit, non-profit, and government service;
  • Commit to apply their integrity, industry, and intelligence to advance their workplace and to positively impact society;
  • Do the right thing: exhibit the highest ethical standards;
  • Strive to make a meaningful, positive difference in the world;
  • Develop innovative solutions to local and global problems.

Internship Overview

Each student at Bushnell completes a 16-week internship for a total of 135 hours at an organization that fits with their career aspirations. The internship experience can also serve to further discover your passion and calling.

Our Internship Program offers:

  • Invaluable hands-on work experience
  • Connection to businesses in your field
  • Access to a professional networks
  • Advantage in the graduate admissions process
  • Assist in securing entry-level positions
  • Greater understanding of your God-given calling

Learn more about our internship program.

Internship and Business Partner Organizations

  • Isler NW LLC
  • Moss Adams
  • Buchholz & Garber
  • Al Houck
  • Isler CPA
  • Cushman CPA
  • Zirkle, Long & Associates
  • Jones & Roth
  • Northwest Community Credit Union
  • Edwards Jones
  • University of Oregon, School of Law (Accounting Department)
  • Target
  • Circle Media, Inc.
  • Holt International
  • Base Builder
  • Kidsports
  • Roseburg Forrest Products
  • The Boys and Girls Club
  • Columbia Bank
  • Whitmire & Associates
  • Elk Horn Building
  • Hood River Mortgage Group
  • Beaudet Jewelry

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Mission

The mission of the School of Business, Leadership, and Technology at Bushnell University is to develop highly competent professionals for service in local and global communities by integrating Christian values with foundational concepts, best practices, and innovative applications in business.

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Meet the Dean

   Latrissa Lee Neiworth, Ed.D.

“The School of Business, Leadership, and Technology brings together all the critical elements needed to be successful in today’s world — business acumen, inclusive leadership, and cutting-edge technology. When combined with our mission of wisdom, faith, and service, we offer an experience unparalleled by any other university of our size across the U.S. We see it every day in our graduates, who are successfully helping to change the world for the better in a wide variety of professional fields.”