University Catalogue: 2008-09

College of Business

V. Thomas Dock, Dean (Schneider 119)

Robert J. Sutton, Associate Dean (Schneider 117A)
Jack P. Hoggatt, Assistant Dean-Student Affairs (Schneider 117A)
Gretchen A. Hutterli, Assistant Dean-Development and Marketing (Schneider 119)
Erin Leifker, Coordinator, Career Services (Schofield 226)
Marilyn A. Bergmann, Coordinator, Distance Learning and Technology Services (Schneider 119)
Robert C. Erffmeyer, Director, MBA Program and Undergraduate Distance Learning Program Coordinator (Schneider 215)
Raymond Hughes, Director, Entrepreneur Program and
Dennis L. Heyde, Chair of Entrepreneurship (Schneider 465)
Scott Lester, Director, Center for Leadership (Schneider 451)
Douglas Olson, Director, Center for Health and Aging Services Excellence (Schneider 463)
Timothy S. Vaughan, Director, Research (Schneider 400E)
Rama Yelkur, Coordinator, International Business Programs (Schneider 300F)

 

The College of Business provides lifelong learning experiences through undergraduate and graduate degree programs as well as noncredit offerings for business people desiring continuing education.

The business college consists of four academic departments: Accounting and Finance, Business Communication, Information Systems, and Management and Marketing. The College of Business offers 14 undergraduate degree programs, seven minors, and five certificate programs. Approximately 2,100 students are enrolled in the college's undergraduate programs. Today, approximately 200 students are enrolled in various stages of the MBA program. Undergraduate and graduate programs are accredited by the AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

Additional information about the College of Business can be found on the college's Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS VISION STATEMENT

To be the leading regional college of business in the Midwest, recognized by our stakeholders for our innovative teaching, distinctive academic programs, and value-added educational experience.

The College's vision statement supports and reinforces UW-Eau Claire's liberal arts educational mission. Business college faculty members have designed the curricula to take advantage of the role that a strong liberal arts education plays in the professional development of student-customers. UW­-Eau Claire College of Business graduates are well-prepared for success in the global business environment of the 21st century.

Learning Goals

Organizational communication needs, ethical dilemmas, team-­oriented workforces, changing technology, and globalization-these are just a few of the issues shaping the business world today. To compete in a dynamic multi-cultural world, business students need to know more than just the functional knowledge that defines their disciplines. Students must be able to work effectively in the global business world, access and use information sources to make decisions, use technology as a competitive advantage, communicate effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds, manage in an ethical and socially responsible manner, and function effectively as team leaders and members.

In addition to a strong functional knowledge base, the College's Learning Goals are designed to prepare students for the world of work in five broad areas:

. oral and written communication skills

. ethical leadership, decision-making, corporate governance, and the role of business in society

. strategic implications involved in a global business environment

. characteristics of effective teams

. ability to use technology in solving problems

Through the College's curriculum, business students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to position them for the future. Students gain the learning goal competencies in three ways*: (1) through the 32-credit BUSCORE, the common body of courses all business students take; (2) through courses in their major; and (3) through experienced-based learning opportunities such as internships, faculty/student collaborative research, international study, service-learning, and participation in student organizations.

NOTE: *BSHCA students gain the learning goal competencies through the second and third options listed above.

DEGREES AND CURRICULA

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Comprehensive Majors:

Accounting

Business Economics

Business Finance

Information Systems

• Business Analysis
• Systems Development

Management

• Entrepreneur Program
• General Management
• Human Resource Management
• Operations/Materials Management

Marketing

• General Marketing
• Marketing Analytics
• Professional Sales

Standard Major:

Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (BSHCA) Comprehensive Major:

Health Care Administration

Undergraduate Business Minors

Accounting

Business Administration

Business Finance

Information Systems

International Business*

Management

Marketing

*The International Business minor is available to all UW-Eau Claire majors.

Approved Double Major and Major/Minor Combinations
within a Single Department in the College of Business

Double Major Combinations

. Accounting with Business Finance

. Any Management emphasis with any Marketing emphasis

. Health Care Administration with any Managemnt or Marketing emphasis

Major/Minor Combinations

. Accounting major with Business Finance minor

. Business Finance major with Accounting minor

. Any Management emphasis major with Marketing minor

. Any Marketing emphasis major with Management minor

. Business Administration major with Marketing minor

. Business Administration major with Management minor

. Health Care Administration major with Management minor

. Health Care Administration major with Marketing minor

NOTE: Students who select the Business Administration standard major may not minor in Business Administration. If a second major is selected, it must be from a department other than Management and Marketing.

If a student elects either a major/minor combination or a double major, both of which reside in the College of Business, the student must complete all requirements beyond the BUSCORE for each program, and all proficiencies. Overlap in non-BUSCORE courses between a double major or major/minor combination is limited to 12 credits. In addition, a minimum of 12 credits in each program must be unique to the program (not overlap the companion program).

Certificate Programs

Certificate programs are designed to enhance a student's major or minor program. The following is a list of the certificate programs offered by the departments in the College of Business. See the appropriate College of Business department listing for a detailed description of each program.

Business Certificate Programs
College/Department	Program
College of Business	International Business Certificate*
Accounting and Finance	150 Credit Hour Accounting Certificate
Business Communication	Advanced Business Communication Certificate
Information Systems	Information Systems Certificate
Management and Marketing	Leadership Studies Certificate
*The International Business Certificate is available to all UW-Eau Claire majors.

 

Degree and Program Requirements

Candidates for the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree must meet all general graduation requirements of the University and all specific requirements of both the College of Business and their major programs.

Candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (BSHCA) degree must meet all general graduation requirements of the University and all requirements specific to their major.

Credits for Graduation. All candidates for the BBA degree need a minimum of 120 credits to graduate, to include the following:

. A minimum of 52 semester credits in the College of Business and the Department of Economics.

. A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses other than those offered by the College of Business and the Department of Economics.

NOTE 1: Econ 103 and 104 may be counted as either Bus/Econ credits or non-Bus/Econ credits. These courses will be counted as non-Bus/Econ credits. Students should contact the Registrar's office, Schofield 128, to change how these courses are counted, if needed, on their degree audit.

Exception: For Business Administration majors, Econ 103 and 104, along with Math 245 or 246, are counted as Bus/Econ credits. Students should contact the Registrar's office, Schofield 128, to change how these courses are counted, if needed, on their degree audit.

NOTE 2: College of Business courses approved as GE-V will not be counted toward this requirement.

Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement . All candidates for the BBA/BSHCA degrees must complete the Foreign Language/Foreign Culture requirement. Information about this requirement can be found in this Catalogue (see Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement).

NOTE: Most courses used to satisfy the Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement may also be applied to the University's General Education Requirements.

Student Professional Development Program. All candidates for BBA/BSHCA degrees must complete the Student Professional Development Program. The program is designed to equip students with the skills needed to present themselves in a professional manner during their job search and to other professionals once they enter their chosen careers.

The program consists of four workshops. The first two workshops (career planning and professional appearance) must be completed before admission to the College of Business. The last two workshops (the job campaign and professional etiquette) should be completed prior to completion of the junior year. For more information, visit Schneider 110 or the College of Business Web site.

Residency requirements for College of Business majors: see page 46 for University residency requirements.

Residency Requirement for College of Business Minors :

At least 12 credits used to fulfill the requirements of a minor from the College of Business must be earned in residence. Resident credits do include credits earned through the National Student Exchange Program, study abroad opportunities, and Internet courses taught by UW-Eau Claire College of Business professors.

General Education Requirements . All candidates for the BBA/BSHCA degrees must meet the University's General Education requirements (see University Graduation Requirements). In addition, a college may establish proficiency requirements for any or all of their degree programs. Courses taken to meet degree specific proficiencies also may be used to satisfy General Education Requirements. The following information outlines the General Education and Proficiency Requirements for both the BBA and the BSHCA degrees in separate sections.

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Cultural Diversity Requirement . The University Cultural Diversity Requirement must be satisfied by all students receiving the BBA degree. Students satisfy the requirement by satisfactorily completing the following courses: Bsad 300, Diversity in the Workplace; CJ 202, Fundamentals of Speech (if completed at UW-Eau Claire); and a third course. Courses which fulfill the remainder of the requirement are listed in this Catalogue (see Cultural Diversity Courses).

NOTE: Most courses used to satisfy the Cultural Diversity Requirement may also be applied to the University's General Education Requirements.

GENERAL EDUCATION AND
BBA DEGREE* PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

General Education Requirements	BBA Degree Proficiency Requirements Which May Be Applied to the G.E. Requirements
Category I: Communications and Analytical Skills (A minimum of six credits including at least one course from subcategory A and one course from subcategory B.)	A. CJ 202 B. Math 246 NOTE: BBA majors must also take Math 111 or its equivalent
Category II: Natural Sciences (Nine to 12 credits from at least two subcategories including two laboratory science courses from List A or one laboratory science course from List A and one non-laboratory course from List B.)	List A -- Business majors must select from the following list of laboratory science courses: Biol 100, 151, 195; Chem 100, 103, 104, 115; Geog 104; Geol 110, 115; Phys 211, 212, 226, 229, 231, 232. List B -- Biol 130, 180, 196; Chem 127, Geog 178, 361; Geol 102, 201, 301, 303, 308; Phys 308, 315.
Category III: Social Sciences (Nine to 12 credits from at least two of the seven subcategories.)	Econ 103 and 104; and one course fromt he following list: AIS/Anth 161; Geog 111, 150, 151, 155; Pols 122, 125, 265, 346; Psyc 100; Soc 101, Idis 201, 325
Category IV: Humanities (Nine to 12 credits from at least two of the five subcategories.)	No specific courses are required.
Category V: University Wide General Education	Students may include up to six credits from this category in General Education.
NOTE: Students transferring to UW-Eau Claire from a UW College with an Associate Degree are considered to have fulfilled the general education requirements EXCEPT that the CJ 202, Math 246, Econ 103, Econ 104, and for one of the following courses, AIS/Anth 161; Geog 111, 150, 151, 155; Pols 122, 125, 265, 346; Psyc 100; Soc 101; Idis 201, 325 must still be met.

*See Health Care Administration program requirements in the Department of Management and Marketing.

The BUSCORE:

The BUSCORE is the 32-credit common body of courses taken by all BBA students. It consists of the following twelve courses:

The BUSCORE Courses
Acct 201	Principles of Accounting I
Acct 202	Principles of Accounting II
Bcom 206	Business Writing*
Bcom 207	Business Presentations**
Bsad 300	Diversity in the Workplace
Bsad 305	Legal and Regulatory Environment
Fin 320	Principles of Finance
IS 240	Information Systems in Business
Mgmt 340	Organizational Behavior
Mgmt 341	Operations Management
Mgmt 449	Strategic Management in a Global Business Environment
Mktg 330	Principles of Marketing
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all 400-level courses in the College of Business require the following core courses: Bsad 305; Fin 320; Mgmt 340, 341; and Mktg 330. *Students who earn less than a B- (B minus) in Bcom 206 must complete Bcom 216. **Students who earn less than a B- (B minus) in Bcom 207 must complete Bcom 307.

Major/Minor Requirements . Students seeking a BBA degree must complete either a standard or a comprehensive major (see College of Business department listings for major requirements).

Grade Point Requirements . Candidates for the BBA degree must earn a minimum GPA of 2.00 in their major and in courses taken in residence. (See the special requirements for the Comprehensive Major in Accounting.) If a minor is required, or is to be listed as an official minor, the candidate must earn a minimum GPA of 2.00 in the minor.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (BSHCA) degree must meet all general graduation requirements of the University and all requirements specific to their major. See the Health Care Administration program requirements appearing in the Management and Marketing Department program information.

SPECIAL COURSE OPTIONS

Access to Business Courses for Non-Business Majors. Students in non-business major and minor programs that do not require course work in the College of Business may be allowed to enroll in a maximum of six upper-division business credits without having to meet College of Business admission requirements. To do this, a student must satisfy the following requirements:

. a resident GPA of at least 2.50;

. junior or senior standing;

. completion of course prerequisites;

. written approval from the student's major/minor department chair;

. approval of the appropriate College of Business chair in which the course resides and the Assistant Dean of the College of Business.

The Management and Marketing Department (College of Business) and the Communication and Journalism Department (College of Arts and Sciences) have identified specific business courses which are appropriate for students pursuing a Communication major. For additional information about this arrangement or other opportunities for students pursuing a non-business degree, contact the Assistant Dean of the College of Business (Schneider 117A).

Credit by Examination. Each department within the College of Business has established its own policy with respect to credit by examination. Contact the appropriate department chair for additional information.

Distance Learning. As a member of the Undergraduate Business Alliance, the College of Business offers some undergraduate core business classes online. Undergraduates are strongly encouraged to enroll in no more than three credits of Internet courses during the fall or spring semesters or Winterim and no more than six credits during the summer. Check with academic advisers, review the current Class Schedule, visit the Web, or contact the College of Business Coordinator for Distance Learning (Schneider 119) for further information.

The UW-Eau Claire College of Business, as a member of the UW Internet Business Consortium, uses a Web-based delivery system to make its graduate program available online. The program coordinates with the on-campus program so that students may take courses in either environment. The Foundation courses are also offered online, allowing students without an undergraduate business degree to complete the MBA prerequisites or to earn a Foundations of Business Certificate.

Independent Study. Students who wish to undertake an independent study project must demonstrate academic capability and must secure, prior to registering, the consent of the chair of the department offering the independent study and the faculty member directing the study.

For further information, contact the appropriate College of Business department chair.

Night Course Offerings. A limited selection of College of Business courses is offered each semester in the late afternoon and early evening . These courses generally meet once a week from 7:00-9:45 p.m. or twice a week starting at 5:00 p.m. Business students are encouraged to review the current Class Schedule or contact the College of Business department chairs for further information.

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Option. Students may take courses offered by the College of Business on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis, with the following limitations:

. No course may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis as part of a major, minor, or certificate described by one of the departments in the College of Business.

. Business courses may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis only concurrent with or following completion of the student's major or business minor.

ADMISSION INFORMATION

Admission to the University. All persons who wish to pursue an undergraduate business degree program at UW-Eau Claire must file an application, including a high school transcript, a transcript of all previous post-secondary work attempted, and any specific application fee, with the Admissions office, Schofield 112. Additional information about admission to the University can be found in this Catalogue (see Admission to the University).

High School Preparation. Students considering a major in the College of Business are encouraged to take courses in high school which will provide them with appropriate background for their collegiate studies. Where available, high school preparation should include:

. four years of college-preparatory English courses

. four years of college-preparatory mathematics courses

. four years of natural science courses

. competency in using a personal computer. Skills needed include keyboarding; computer access and usage; and the ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, electronic presentations, and data management applications.

Admission to the College of Business. UW-Eau Claire students who expect to earn a BBA or a BSCHA degree must be admitted to the College of Business in order to register for most upper-division (300/400 level) courses in the major. All other students whose major or minor require completion of upper-division courses in the College of Business must provide evidence to the College of Business Academic Affairs office, SSS 117A, that they meet College of Business admission requirements.

College of Business Admission Criteria. Separate application for admission to the College of Business must be filed by all students who wish to elect a Business major or minor. To be eligible for admission, the student must meet all of the following criteria:

College of Business Admission Criteria

. Complete the following five courses with at least a 2.20 GPA: Acct 201, Acct 202, Econ 103, Econ 104, IS 240.

. Present a 2.30 or higher GPA in all undergraduate work completed prior to admission.

. Complete 54 credits.

See Department of Management and Marketing for HCA Scholastic Requirements.

Application Procedure. Application for admission to the College of Business should be made during the semester in which the last of the above criteria are satisfactorily completed (ordinarily the second semester of the sophomore year). Applications are to be completed online at the College of Business Web site.

Transfer Students. Students transferring to UW-Eau Claire intending to major in the College of Business program may be expected to validate certain business courses taken at their former institution. These courses will be identified appropriately on the student's transfer transcript. This information directs the student to the office of the appropriate department chair to complete the validation process which may include syllabus review, an examination, course requirement, or other appropriate validation technique.

Readmission to the College of Business. A student who has been away from the University for a period of one semester or more (except those who have applied for a Leave of Absence) must apply for readmission to the University. The student should contact the Assistant Dean of the College of Business, SSS 117A, regarding his/her status in the College of Business. This may be done as soon as the student has been readmitted to the University.

PLANNING A DEGREE PROGRAM

Students are classified as pre-business students until they meet College of Business admission requirements. Once a student has applied and been admitted to the college, students may take advanced courses (at the 300/400 level) in their majors.

Pre-business students enroll in General Education courses and limited BUSCORE and major courses. In addition, a pre-business student should:

. get to know his/her adviser. The faculty adviser can provide degree planning advice, career advice, and is a connection to other university resources.

. research business career options and select a major.

. investigate internship, international student, or other experience-based learning opportunities.

. maintain an acceptable GPA-the College of Business has several admission requirements that are tied to the student's grades.

Pre-business students are admitted to the College of Business once they have met the college's admission requirements and have completed the application form online. For most students, this occurs at the end of their sophomore year.

Admitted business students concentrate on taking courses in their major, completing General Education requirements, participating in student organizations, internships, or international study opportunities, and planning a successful job campaign.

Advising. All pre-business and admitted business students are assigned a faculty adviser. Ordinarily, adviser assignments are made during freshman or transfer orientation.

To officially declare or change to a new major or minor, a student must go to the office of the department of the intended major or minor. Specific instructions can be found at www.uwec.edu/Registrar/chgofmajor.

All students are encouraged to obtain a new degree audit during this process.

Students should consult their College of Business faculty adviser as early as possible to develop a plan of action for their degree program.

Catalogue Base for Degree Planning. Students follow the curricular requirements of the catalogue under which they entered UW-Eau Claire. Students may follow a newer catalogue upon notification to their department. Students who are absent from the University for two or more consecutive semesters must follow the catalogue in effect at the time of their re-entry. Transfer students starting at UW-Eau Claire within two semesters of leaving their former accredited institution may use the UW-Eau Claire catalogue in effect at the time they entered their former institution. Any deviation from published degree requirements must be authorized by the College of Business Assistant Dean, SSS 117A. Students who wish to appeal an institutional decision or response relating to their request for academic substitutions or waivers may do so by using the Student Academic Grievance Procedures published in the Student Services and Standards handbook available in the Office of Student Development and Diversity, Schofield 240.

Preparation for Graduation. College of Business students must apply for graduation via MyBlugold by the end of the first week of priority registration for the semester in which the student expects to graduate. Failure to file an application on time may result in the postponement of graduation.

DEAN'S LIST

Students in the College of Business who have an outstanding record of academic accomplishment are eligible for the Dean's List. In order to earn Dean's List standing during a given semester, students must have all of the following:

. Earned a minimum of at least 12 credits during the semester, not including incompletes, courses below the 100 level, repeats, and Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory registrations (except in courses that are offered only on the S/U grading system in which a grade of S has been earned).

. Earned a minimum semester GPA of 3.60.

Dean's List students will receive a letter of notification and congratulations from the Dean.

CAREER SERVICES

Early in their college careers students are encouraged to become familiar with the resources available through Career Services. These include:

. Early Career Exploration and Decision-Making Assistance- meet with a Career Counselor or visit the Career Discovery Center to learn more about your major and how it relates to a future career. It is recommended that a student visit Career Services during the first year at UW-Eau Claire to discover, explore, and plan for their career.

. Career Discovery Center- houses extensive materials in many formats to help students research all of their career development needs. The CDC includes information on occupational options; internship information; employer directories; company literature; graduate school information; and resumé, portfolio, and interview preparation resources.

. Internship Center- meet with a member of Career Services to discover the thousands of internships available, learn how to access and apply classroom theory and assignments, and develop and enhance skills and knowledge in a real world work experience. An internship may assist in providing a competitive edge when entering the workforce.

. Blugold CareerLink- a computerized resumé database management system that offers students the opportunity to register, upload their resumé online, and apply for on-campus interviews. The program allows the student to participate in resumé development; online employer searches; employer informational sessions; hyper links to employer Web sites and e-mails; and on-campus interviews with local, regional, state, and national employers that choose UW-Eau Claire as a primary institution to assist in meeting their workforce needs. Students pay a one-time fee to register and use the services of the program. Accounts can be purchased in the Career Services office, Schofield 230.

. Career Fairs- each year Career Services sponsors two career fairs. The Career Conference, designed to allow students to explore career and internship options, is held late September. Internship Mania, the spring fair, is held every February. Both fairs bring together students, faculty, and employers who meet and discuss career and internship opportunities in an informal setting. Over 100 employers from a wide variety of industries and businesses are represented at these fairs. Career Services believes that the work students are doing today will lead to the work students want to do tomorrow. These fairs help students build the right work experience now by moving them closer to the rewards of their future career.

. On-Campus Recruitment Program- more than 100 employers visit the campus each year to interview students interested in internship and full-time job opportunities. All interviews are coordinated through the Career Services office and Blugold CareerLink. Students can apply for positions, and once selected, manage their interview schedule via Blugold CareerLink. In today's job market, a student should always maintain an updated resumé that employers can view. Emerging trends in recruiting have led many employers to interview students up to two semesters prior to the start of an internship or full-time position.

Additional information about these and other career development and life planning resources and services can be obtained from the Career and Employment Coordinator, Career Services, Schofield 230 or on the Web at www.uwec.edu/career. Information is also available on the College of Business Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB.

EXPERIENCE-BASED LEARNING

Business students can broaden their education and gain additional skills and competencies through participation in learning experiences outside of the traditional classroom. The College of Business encourages students to participate in one or more of the following experience-based learning opportunities.

Business Internship Program. Business students can gain practical business experience while still a student. Any junior or senior student who has been admitted to the College of Business, is in good academic standing, and has satisfied specific departmental course prerequisites and policies may participate in this internship program. All students participating in the Business Internship Program must meet College of Business admission requirements. There is a special course fee for the internship.

In order for students to receive college credit for an internship, the experience must meet the following minimum criteria:

. Work done by the student must be related to his/her field of study and individual interest within that field.

. The internship period must be three to eight months long.

. The employer must designate an internship supervisor to oversee and evaluate the student's performance during the internship experience.

The University's Career Services office and the departments within the College of Business administer the Business Internship Program. Additional information is available on the College of Business Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB and through the Career and Employment Coordinator (Schofield 230) or any of the College of Business department chairpersons.

International Education. In today's global economy, employers are looking for individuals who demonstrate self-confidence, independence, global awareness, and knowledge of a multicultural world. To help students gain these skills and competencies, many opportunities exist for them to study outside of the United States. The international programs listed below offer a full or limited complement of business and economics courses:

. Australia: Murdoch University, Perth. Offers a major in business.

. Australia: Southern Cross University, Lismore. Offers a major in business.

. Austria: Karl-Franzens-University, Graz.* Four semesters of German is required.

. England: University of Lancaster, Lancaster. Offers a major in business.

. England: University of Winchester, Winchester. * Offers a major in business.

. Greece: American College of Thessaloniki . Offers a major in business. All business courses taught in English.

. Ireland: University of Limerick, Limerick. Offers a major in business.

. Japan: Kansai Gaidai University, Asian Studies Program, Hirakata City.* International business courses taught in English.

. Mexico: Instituto Tecnologico, Monterrey.* Summer and semester options. Some Spanish helpful. Many business courses are taught in English.

. Scotland: Univerisity of Aberdeen. Offers a major in business.

. Scotland: University of Glasgow. Offers a major in business.

. Scotland: University of Stirling. Offers a major in business.

. South Korea: Ajou University, International Summer School, Suwon City.* Summer only. Offers business courses in English.

. Sweden: Växjö University, Växjö.* International business program. Courses are taught in English by Swedish faculty members.

*Denotes an exchange program, meaning that students pay approximately the same tuition they would if attending UW-Eau Claire. Cost of living varies greatly. Additional information about these programs may be obtained from the College of Business Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB and the International Business Programs Coordinator (Schneider 300F) or Center for International Education (Schofield 111).

Service-Learning Experience. Business students can apply the functional knowledge and communication skills gained in the classroom through service in the community. Service-learning is an academic experience that combines community services with intentional learning goals, reflection, and critical analysis. It offers students the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in the classroom through service to others. All UW-Eau Claire undergraduates are required to complete 30 or more clock hours of curricular, extracurricular, or co-curricular service-learning. Acceptable activities can take many forms. Service-learning activities may be integrated into a course or may involve participation in a community service program or internship. Experiences may be paid or unpaid. Information regarding the completion of the service-learning requirement can be obtained from the College of Business Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB, department chairpersons, or the University's Service-Learning Director (Human Sciences and Services 205).

Faculty/Student Collaborative Research. Business students can gain functional knowledge and practice communication and teamwork skills by working with a faculty member on an academic research project. Research projects are presented at the University's annual Student Research Day. Students may gain independent study credit for the experience. This opportunity is particularly beneficial for students considering graduate school. Additional information about faculty/student collaborative research experiences is available from the College of Business Web site at www.uwec.edu/COB, the College of Business Research Director (Schneider 400E), or department chairpersons.

Student Business Organizations. Pre-business and business students can apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom through active participation in student business organizations. Members network with professionals, go on field trips to businesses, plan meetings, organize fund-raising events, participate in social occasions, attend regional and national conferences, and build lasting friendships with other business students. Active student business organizations include:

AIESEC (1976), an international organization for students interested in international business, with opportunities for internship experiences in foreign countries.

American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) (1978), is the student chapter of a national organization that provides Health Care Administration students opportunities for leadership, community service, networking, and professional development.

American Marketing Association (AMA) (1980), a national professional organization for individuals with an interest in marketing.

Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) (formerly SIM - Society of Information Management) (1980), a departmental organization designed to promote association with professionals in the information systems field and to keep students current with industry trends.

The Association for Operations Management (APICS) (1986), Student Chapter of the national association of professional men and women who practice the art and science of production and inventory management.

Beta Alpha Psi (1982), a national scholastic honor society in the field of accounting, recognized by AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) (1981, 1991), a national scholastic honor society in the field of business, recognized by AACSB International.

Beta Upsilon Sigma (BUS) (1957), a professional fraternity for students in the College of Business and the Department of Economics.

Financial Management Association (FMA) (1982) (formerly Financial Management Society), a departmental organization for students interested in exploring careers in financial management.

Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) (2004), Student Chapter of a national professional organization for students interested in exploring careers in management accounting.

Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) (1967) (division of the Future Business Leaders of America), a professional undergraduate leadership organization for students in the College of Business and anyone interested in leadership.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) (1981) (formerly the American Society of Personnel Administration), Student Chapter of the national organization for Personnel and Industrial Relations Administrators.

Student Accounting Society (SAS) (1976), a departmental organization to assist the members in acquiring contact with professionals in the accounting field and to broaden the members' practical knowledge in the accounting field.

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) (2003), is an international organization for college and university students interested in developing leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through learning, practicing, and teaching the principles of free enterprise.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPS

Refer to Web site (www.uwec.edu/cob/academics/undergraduate/scholarships_awards.htm) for an up-to-date listing of College of Business scholarships or contact the Assistant Dean-Development and Marketing of the College of Business, SSS 119C.

SPECIAL CURRICULAR OPTIONS

International Business Minor

The International Business Minor is designed to enable students to enhance their perspective of the business environment as a global, rather than local, enterprise. Completion of the minor should add value to any major at UW-Eau Claire.

The minor does require foreign language competence at the 201 level and either a semester studying abroad or an international internship. Advanced business courses taken during a study abroad semester will replace the directed study or independent study options listed below.

This minor was designed to complement the UW-Eau Claire Global Studies Minor and to enhance all majors at UW-Eau Claire. Dr. Rama Yelkur (Schneider 300F) is the adviser for students seeking the International Business minor. The minor does require acceptance into the College of Business.

MINOR: International Business (Code 740-411)

Required Courses (15 credits of the following):

Fin 325: International Financial Management

Mgmt 345: Managing Global Organizations

Mktg 335: International Marketing

Econ 351 or 353 or 355 or Econ/LAS 356

International Business Experience

1. Complete a three credit business course (other than a course that would transfer as Mktg 335, Mgmt 345, or Fin 325) at a study abroad site.

2. Complete a three credit directed study project during a study abroad experience (if no business courses are offered at the site).

3. Complete a three credit International Business Internship (completed at an overseas location or domestically with a small or large business engaged in international operations that allows the content of the internship to be international). To include a written report as specified by adviser.

Foreign language competence at the 201 level is required for completion of the minor. Students may choose to either take 201 as an elective or test out of foreign language at the 201 level.

Elective Courses: Nine credits from the following (maximum one course per discipline with at least six of the nine credits being from the 300/400 level):

Bsad 315: International Business Law

IS 310: Systems Analysis and Design

Anth 315, 351, 355, 422, 463; Anth/Wmns 356

ArtH 112, 201; ArtH/AIS 335

CJ 301, 319

Econ 351, 353, 355; Econ/LAS 356

Up to four credits of foreign language 201 or higher.

Geog 150, 151, 301, 308

Hist 102, 132, 142, 152, 192, 326, 359, 360, 362, 366, 371, 375, 379, 383, 388, 389, 393; Hist/LAS 411; Hist/Wmns 385

Pols 122, 260, 265, 318, 321, 322, 323, 327, 331, 334, 335, 390; Pols/LAS 319, 320

Rels 100, 304, 307, 309, 312, 314, 323, 350, 351; Rels/AIS 330

Total: 24 credits

International Business Certificate

The Certificate in International Business is designed to enhance the bachelor's degree for any student at UW-Eau Claire. Students for whom studying abroad or an international internship are not options can complete the 12 credit certificate and add valuable insights into the global business environment.

The Certificate was designed by participating faculty in the UW-Eau Claire College of Business, the Business Advisory Council, and the International Business Advisory Council. It is designed to complement the UW-Eau Claire Global Studies minor, and to enhance all majors at UW-Eau Claire.

Dr. Rama Yelkur (Schneider 300F) is the adviser for students seeking the Certificate in International Business. The Certificate does require acceptance into the College of Business.

Certificate: International Business

Required courses:

Fin 325: International Financial Management

Mgmt 345: Managing Global Organizations

Mktg 335: International Marketing

Elective Courses: Three-four credits from the following (maximum one course per discipline):

Bsad 315: International Business Law

IS 310: Systems Analysis and Design

Anth 351 or Anth/Wmns 356

CJ 301, 319

Econ 351, 353, 355; Econ/LAS 356

Foreign Language at the 201 level

Study abroad or international internship (three credits)

Geog 150, 151, 301, 308, 378, 446

Hist 102, 132, 142, 152, 192, 326, 359, 360, 362, 366, 371, 375, 379, 383, 388, 389, 393; Hist/LAS 411; Hist/Wmns 385

Pols 122, 260, 265, 318, 321, 322, 323, 327, 331, 334, 335, 390; Pols/LAS 319, 320

Rels 100, 304, 307, 309, 312, 314, 323, 350, 351; Rels/AIS 330

Total 12 credits

INTERDISCIPLINARY MAJOR
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: ECONOMICS, Business (Code 360-002)

Business Economics is a comprehensive major available to College of Business students seeking a degree program that combines the study of business with economics. Major courses are taught by faculty from the Colleges of Business and Arts and Sciences (the Department of Economics resides within the College of Arts and Sciences). Business Economics majors graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

Students interested in pursuing this major are encouraged to work with members of the Finance faculty as they plan their course of study.

Sixty semester credits, including the BUSCORE; Econ 103, 104, 303, 304, 321; Math 246; and electives from the following courses to bring the total to 60 semester credits: Econ 308, 311, 315, 316, 318, 322, 325, 331, 335, 341, 351, 353, 355, 371, 375, 399, 491, 492, 494, 495, 496, 498, 499; Fin 322, 327, and no more than one course from the following: Econ 268, 280, 330, 360; Econ/LAS 356; Econ/Wmns 337, 357.

NOTE 1: Math 111 or Math 114, or their equivalent must be completed as part of the General Education requirements.

NOTE 2: Students in this major must meet College of Business admission standards before they may register for upper-division (300-400 level) courses offered by the College of Business (see College of Business, Admission).

NOTE 3: A maximum of six credits earned in Econ 399, 494, 495, 496, 498, and/or 499 may count toward the major.

NOTE 4: See the Department of Economics section in the College of Arts and Sciences for course descriptions.

NOTE 5: Economics majors must complete the capstone project during the year prior to graduation. Information about this project can be found in the Economics Department office, Schneider 476.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM

The College of Business offers a Master of Business Administration degree to those seeking a graduate degree in business. The program is designed to give students a broad practical understanding of business and the dynamic global environment in which it operates. Students in the program develop the skills and entrepreneurial spirit needed to manage change and recognize the opportunities it creates. In addition, students learn guidelines for evaluating situations in an ethical and socially responsible manner.

GRADUATE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

The MBA program consists of the following:

. A Required Core of study (MBA 711-Managing Ongoing Operations, MBA 712-Developing New Products and Services, MBA 713-Strategic Competitiveness in a Global Environment, and MBA 714-Leading the Organization of the Future) totaling 16 credits.

. Also Required (MBA 733-Understanding a Diverse Work Force), one credit; (MBA 715-Leadership), one credit; and Electives, 12 credits.

. One Professional Development Option. Students complete one of the following: Coursework, Directed Project, or Thesis.

Students who select the Coursework Option complete 12 credits of electives. Students who select the Directed Project complete a three credit field project and nine credits of electives. Students who select the Thesis Option complete a three credit thesis and nine credits of electives. They graduate from the MBA program with a minimum of 30 credits.

A maximum of six credits of dual-numbered courses may be substituted for Electives. Additional information about Electives and dual numbered courses is available in the College of Business MBA Program office (Schneider 215).

MBA PROGRAM COURSE PREREQUISITES

Individuals must complete the following MBA program course prerequisites prior to receiving full admission status in the MBA program:

Algebra for Calculus
Elementary Statistics
Information Systems in Business
Operations Management
Organizational Behavior
Principles of Accounting I and II
Principles of Finance
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Marketing

Course prerequisites may be satisfied by taking either graduate coursework, undergraduate coursework, or a combination of both from an AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) accredited institution. Individuals who have completed course prerequisites at a non-AACSB International institution, may request a special course review by members of the UW-Eau Claire MBA faculty or complete validation examinations.

THE MBA FOUNDATION PROGRAM

The MBA Foundation Program is a graduate-level program that enables students to complete MBA prerequisite courses at an accelerated pace. Most courses are two credits and run for eight weeks. Courses are offered via Web-based courseware and are taught by qualified University of Wisconsin faculty from the University of Wisconsin MBA Consortium (University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, and/or University of Wisconsin-Parkside). The graduate business program at each of the four schools is accredited by AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). For more information, contact the MBA Program office (Schneider 215) or visit the Web site at www.wisconsinonlinemba.org.

MBA Foundtion Courses

Acct 703 Accounting Foundations for Business Decisions
Acct 704 Accounting Foundations for Management Decisions
Econ 703 Microeconomics Foundation
Econ 704 Macroeconomics Foundation
Fin 720 Foundations of Managerial Finance
IS 740 Managing Information Technology Foundation
Math 109 Algebra for Calculus
Math 246 Elementary Statistics
or
Bsad 702 Statistical Analysis Foundation
Mgmt 740 Organizational Management Foundation
Mgmt 741 Operations Foundation
Mktg 730 Marketing Analysis Foundation

Undergraduate Course Prerequisites. Students may complete MBA Program course prerequisites through enrollment in undergraduate courses at UW-Eau Claire or any other AACSB International accredited institution. All undergraduate coursework must be completed with a grade of C (2.00) or above.

Acct 201 Principles of Accounting I
Acct 202 Principles of Accounting II
Econ 103 Principles of Microeconomics
Econ 104 Principles of Macroeconomics
Fin 320 Principles of Finance
IS 240 Information Systems in Business
Math 109 Algebra for Calculus
Math 246 Elementary Statistics
Mgmt 340 Organizational Behavior
Mgmt 341 Operations Management
Mktg 330 Principles of Marketing

Courses taken at other institutions will be evaluated for equivalency with the above courses only if taken at a regionally accredited college or university.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be admitted to the MBA program in full standing, an applicant must (1) have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75, (2) present a satisfactory Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or equivalent Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score, and (3) successfully complete all MBA Program Course Prerequisites.

Students may apply for admission at anytime during the year. A candidate for admission must submit to the office of Admissions, at least 45 days prior to the anticipated date of enrollment, the following documents:

(1) a completed application form accompanied by payment of a $45 non-refundable application fee;

(2) a completed Graduate Residence Information Sheet;

(3) official transcripts (to be sent directly from each institution at which the applicant has attempted undergraduate or graduate work);

(4) official notice of the applicant's score on the GMAT or GRE.

ADMISSION STATUS

Students enrolled in the MBA program will be classified according to the criteria outlined below.

FULL STANDING

Qualification as a student in full standing requires the following:

(1) a cumulative GPA in all undergraduate coursework of 2.75 or higher (A = four points);

(2) an acceptable score on the GMAT or GRE;

(3) successful completion of all MBA Program Course Prerequisites.

CONDITIONAL STATUS

Admission with conditional status may be granted to students who present (1) a GPA in all undergraduate coursework of 2.25 or higher,

(2) a GPA of less than 2.75 provided the student has a GMAT or GRE score high enough to override the low GPA, and (3) successful completion of all MBA Program Course Prerequisites. Conditional status also may be granted to a student who (1) has not satisfactorily completed all MBA Program Course Prerequisites, or (2) has not submitted a satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE, or (3) is currently completing a baccalaureate degree at UW-Eau Claire and has been permitted to enroll in courses for graduate credit, or (4) has not submitted all credentials required for evaluation prior to first registration. A student admitted with conditional status will be reclassified to full standing when all requirements have been satisfied.

Conditional students will not be allowed to register for MBA modules, the electives/dual-numbered courses, thesis, or the directed project until they gain full standing. There are two exceptions to conditional students not being allowed to enroll in the graduate MBA program. First, an undergraduate student who is currently enrolled at UW-Eau Claire and has satisfactorily completed all foundation coursework, received a satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE, and obtains a written recommendation from their adviser, department chair, and MBA program director will be permitted to enroll in the MBA graduate program for a limited time. Secondly, a student who has completed all admission requirements except for a satisfactory GMAT or GRE score may be permitted to enroll in MBA 711 or a limited number of electives, but will not be permitted to register in subsequent modules without a satisfactory GMAT or GRE score.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS

Satisfactory progress is defined as the maintenance of a GPA of 3.00 or higher in the program. A student not making satisfactory progress toward the degree may be placed on probation or dropped from the program on the recommendation of the director of the MBA program.

A 3.00 overall GPA in courses counting toward the MBA is required for graduation. A maximum of six credits of C work will be accepted. A course in which a grade of less than C is earned will not be counted toward the 30-credit MBA minimum, but will be computed in the GPA.

A student earning a grade of D or F in a graduate level course will be dropped from the program regardless of whether the course was taken at UW-Eau Claire or at another college or university. The student may petition for readmission to the program by writing to the director of the MBA program. For additional information contact the MBA office, Schneider 215, (715) 836-6019.

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