Major
Business Administration
Professor Jeff Galle
Assistant Professor Allison Burrus
Assistant Professor T.J. Devine
Assistant Professor Tim Finlay
Assistant Professor Michael Harden
Assistant Professor Roger Kerfoot
Assistant Professor Sam Levey
Assistant Professor Marilyn Markel
Assistant Professor David Walter
Assistant Professor Emily Wright
Instructor Jason Sexton
Part-time Instructor Jeremy Briggs
Part-time Instructor Mallory Fairless
Part-time Instructor Elizabeth Lahey
Part-time Instructor Brandon Myles
Part-time Instructor Jafar Qutob
Part-time Instructor Angela Valuck
A major or minor in the interdisciplinary program of Business Administration enables the student to begin any career that requires fundamental knowledge of the principles of management and the qualities of leadership. Students are equipped with the knowledge required to create value in public or private entities and to manage in a global environment.
Majors & Programs
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Business Administration, -
Business Administration, Minor -
Gender and Women's Studies Certificate in Business, Certificate
Courses
BU 100: Introduction to Business Administration
An overview of the functions of business administration, including the interrelationships of accounting, finance, organization, management, law, and marketing. The course seeks to orient students to business and organizational practices. Does not count towards any major in the Business Administration Department. Not open to students who have taken EC 105, AC 231, or any 200-level MG course.
BU 120: Computer Information Systems
An introduction to application software used in problem solving including advanced features of spreadsheets, introduction to databases, and project management tools. Includes in-class laboratory work.
BU 315: Business Ethics
Consideration of the problem of determining the rules which should govern the relationship between industry and government, a company and its customers, and management and employees.
BU 357: Business Law
This course is designed to provide students with a general overview and introduction to the American legal system, both procedural and substantive, with an emphasis on civil law. Topics include: the courts, trial procedure, torts, personal property, real property, insurance, contracts, and contemporary issues.
BU 371: International Business
An understanding of international business is important in today's global economy. This course explores the application of core business concepts in a global context. Topics include culture, political and economic systems, marketing, and global operations.
BU 461: Independent Study in Business Administration
Advanced independent study in the field of business administration. Open to senior majors seeking advanced study in their areas of specialization. May be repeated with different subject matter for a maximum of 6 hours.
BU 463: Internship in Business Administration
A practical application of theoretical skills in actual job-related situations. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Open to junior and senior majors.
BU 491: Senior Capstone
The capstone seminar for the business major, BU 491 integrates and applies concepts from management, accounting, economics, and related fields, with a focus on developing and applying skills for problem solving and leadership in an organizational environment. A semester-long project in which students study a real-world problem and develop solutions is required.
