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College of Business
V. Thomas
Dock, Dean (Schneider 119)
Dale A.
Johnson, Associate Dean (Schneider 117A)
Jack P. Hoggatt, Assistant Dean—Student Affairs (Schneider 117A)
Gretchen A. Hutterli, Assistant Dean—External Affairs (Schneider
119)
Robin Johengen, 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)
Timothy S. Vaughan, Director, Research (Schneider 453)
Rama Yelkur, Coordinator, International Business Programs
(Schneider
463)
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, Management Information Systems, and Management and
Marketing. The College of Business offers 13 undergraduate degree
programs, eight minors, and five certificate programs. Approximately 2,100
students are enrolled in the college’s undergraduate programs.
Undergraduate and graduate programs are accredited by the AACSB
International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB
International).
The college’s
MBA program was reintroduced in 1995. Today, approximately 200 students
are enrolled in various stages of the MBA program.
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC), housed in the Continuing
Education Office (210 Water Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin), provides a
wide array of continuing education and counseling services to businesses
in Wisconsin.
Additional
information about the College of Business can be found on the college’s
Web site (http://www.uwec.edu/cob).
COLLEGE
OF BUSINESS VISION STATEMENT
We aspire to be the leading regional
college of business in the Midwest, recognized by our stakeholders as
effective in preparing graduates for careers in public and private
business/industry.
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.
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THE
UNDERGRADUATE FACT CURRICULA
Organizational
restructuring, workforce diversity, 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 initiate change 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.
The FACT
curriculum is designed to prepare business students for the world of work
in four broad areas: Functional knowledge, Adaptability skills,
Communication skills, and Teamwork skills. Each letter in the acronym
symbolizes a different competency:
F-Functional
knowledge, an understanding of the theories and
practices defining one’s field of study.
A-Adaptability, the foresight and flexibility to change.
C-Communication skills, the ability to organize and express
thoughts and ideas when speaking and writing.
T-Teamwork, the interpersonal skills necessary to work
effectively as a team member.
Through the
FACT curriculum, business students acquire the knowledge and skills
necessary to position them for the future. Students gain FACT 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 experience-based learning opportunities such as business
internships, faculty/student collaborative research, international study,
service-learning, and participation in student organizations.
Objectives
of the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program
The Bachelor of Business Administration Program is designed to cover four
broad areas of expertise: Functional knowledge, Adaptability skills,
Communication skills, and Teamwork ability.
Functional
knowledge is designed to:
•master the
theories and concepts defining one’s specific area of expertise.
•view the needs of the organization from a macro perspective and think
beyond one’s specific area of expertise when making decisions.
•know how to access information sources to be used for decision-making
purposes.
•understand how laws and regulations affect the business world.
Adaptability
skills are designed to:
•recognize
and respond to the needs of stakeholders (customers, employees, internal
clients, stockholders, and community members).
•understand how to analyze financial data for decision-making purposes.
•manage for quality and continuous improvement of the organization.
•provide a framework for decision-making processes which reflect ethical
and social responsibility including decisions affecting diversity and
the earth’s physical environment.
•understand how to monitor and interpret economic, competitive,
political/legal, social/cultural, and technological trends to be used
when developing competitive strategies within the organization.
•develop a broad understanding of the unique issues involved in a global
business environment.
Communication
skills are designed to:
•organize
and express thoughts and ideas in writing.
•make clear and persuasive presentations.
•listen carefully and synthesize the ideas and opinions of others.
•be able to adapt one’s personal communications styles to meet the needs
of others.
•use technology to communicate efficiently and effectively.
Teamwork
ability is designed to:
•develop the
interpersonal skills necessary to direct and guide others as a team
leader.
•develop the interpersonal skills necessary to work productively as a
teammate.
•develop the interpersonal skills necessary to function effectively with
people from diverse, multicultural backgrounds.
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BACHELOR
OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for
the 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.
Credits for
Graduation: UW-Eau Claire students 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: Required
mathematics courses and Econ 103 and 104 may be counted toward this
requirement.
NOTE: College of Business courses approved as GE-V will not be counted
toward this
requirement.
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; 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.
Foreign
Language/Foreign Culture Requirement. All students pursuing a
baccalaureate degree must satisfy 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.
General
Education Requirements. Candidates for the BBA degree 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 table outlines the General Education
and Proficiency Requirements for College of Business majors.
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GENERAL
EDUCATION AND
COLLEGE
OF BUSINESS
PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS |
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General
Education Requirements |
College
of Business 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: Business majors also must
take MATH 111 or its equivalent |
Category
II:
Natural Sciences
(Nine to 12 credits, including two laboratory science courses --
from at least two of the six subcategories.) |
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. |
Category
III:
Social Sciences
(Nine to 12 credits, from at least two of the seven subcategories.) |
Econ
103
Econ 104
Psyc 100 or Soc 101 or Pols 122 |
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. |
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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 Psyc 100 or Soc 101
or Pols 122 proficiencies still must be met. |
Student Professional Development
Program
All candidates for the BBA degree
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 (career planning, professional appearance, professional
etiquette, and the job campaign). The first workshop, career planning,
should be completed before the end of the sophomore year. For more
information, visit Schneider 117.
The
BUSCORE:
The BUSCORE
is the 32-credit common body of courses taken by all business students.
It consists of the following twelve courses:
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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 |
| MIS 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 |
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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 his or her minor.
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UNDERGRADUATE
BUSINESS PROGRAMS
Bachelor of
Business Administration Degree Programs
The College of Business offers the major programs listed
in the table below. Students who graduate from these programs receive a
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. Except for Business
Administration, all majors are comprehensive and do not require a minor.
See the appropriate department listing for a detailed description of each
program.
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Undergraduate
Business Majors |
| Department |
Major
Programs |
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Accounting
and Finance |
Accounting |
| Business
Finance |
|
-General Finance |
|
-Corporate Finance |
|
-Financial Services |
|
Economics |
Business
Economics |
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Management
& Marketing |
Business
Administration |
| Management |
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-General Management |
|
-Entrepreneur Program |
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-Human Resource Mgmt. |
|
-Operations/Materials Mgmt. |
| Marketing |
|
-General Marketing |
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-Professional Sales |
Management
Information
Systems |
Management
Information
Systems |
Undergraduate Business Minors
The College of Business offers the
minors listed in the following table. See the appropriate College of
Business department listing for a detailed description of each minor.
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.
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Approved Double
Major and Major/Minor Combinations
Within a Single Department in the College of Business
Double Major Combinations
• Accounting with any Business Finance emphasis
• Any Management emphasis with any Marketing emphasis
Major/Minor Combinations
• Accounting with Business Finance minor
• Any Business Finance emphasis 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
• Management Information Systems major with Business
Telecommunications 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.
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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, spreadsheet graphics, and data management applications.
Admission
of the College of Business. UW-Eau Claire students who expect to earn
a BBA degree must be admitted to the College of Business in order to
register for 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 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. To be eligible for admission, the student must meet all of
the following criteria:
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College of
Business Admission Criteria
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Complete
the following five courses with at least a 2.20 GPA in the five
courses: Acct 201, Acct 202, Econ 103, Econ 104, MIS 240.
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Present a
2.30 or higher GPA in all undergraduate work completed prior to
admission.
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Complete
54 credits.
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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). Application forms are available outside the Associate Dean’s office
(Schneider 117A).
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 must apply for readmission
to the University. The student should contact the Assistant Dean of the
College of Business regarding his/her status in the College of Business.
This may be done as soon as the student has been readmitted to the
University.
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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:
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get to know
his/her adviser. The faculty adviser can provide degree planning advice,
career advice, and is a connection to other university resources.
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research
business career options and select a major.
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investigate
internship, international student, or other experience- based learning
opportunities.
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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 submitted an application form.
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 in the department of their planned major. 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
http://www.uwec.edu/registrar/chgofmajor.
All students
are encouraged to obtain a new degree audit during this process. A new
adviser will be assigned in the department of the new major or minor.
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 must follow the curricular
requirements of the catalogue under which they entered UW-Eau Claire or
upon notification to their department of a more recent catalogue. 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 entering UW-Eau Claire within two consecutive 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. 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 the Blugold System 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.
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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:
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earned a minimum of 15 graded semester credits. S/U
credits may be counted as additions to the minimum 15 graded credits;
(Repeats, incompletes, and withdrawals disqualify students from in-
clusion on the Dean’s List.)
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earned a minimum semester GPA of 3.50;
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been in the top ten percent of their class.
Dean’s List students will receive a letter of notification
and congratulations from the Dean.
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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 Resource Lab 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 Resource Lab—houses
extensive materials in many formats to help students research all of their
career development needs. The Lab 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 the Internship Center 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 and create or upload their resumé online. The
program allows the student to participate in resumé development; online
employer resumé searches, referrals and collections; employer
informational sessions; hyper links to employer Web sites and e-mails; and
participate with visiting 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.
• 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 every
October. 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 250 employers visit the campus each year to interview students
interested in internship and full-time job vacancies posted by companies.
All interviews are coordinated and arranged at the Career Services office.
Because of the diverse recruiting techniques used by employers, several
recruiting options are available for employers to gain access to the
resumé database. Recruiting practices have changed, and employers use the
services year round. In today’s job market, a student should always
maintain updated demographic information and an online resumé that
employers view throughout the United States. An emerging recruiting trend,
experienced by select majors, finds employers interviewing students
approximately an academic year before the student actually graduates or is
looking to participate in an internship.
Additional information about these
and other career development and life planning resources and services can
be obtained from the Business Career Services Coordinator, Career
Services, Schofield 230. Or check out the Career Services Web site at
www.uwec.edu/career.
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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. The Business Internship Program allows
students to develop further their FACT competencies while working for a
business enterprise. 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 through the Business Career Services 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.
• Chile: Pontificia Universidad Catolica, Santiago. Offers a major in
business. Four semesters of Spanish is required.
• Denmark: University of Southern Denmark, Sonderberg.* International
business program. Courses are taught in English by Danish faculty members.
• England: University College Winchester, Winchester. Fall semester.*
Offers a major in business.
• England: University of Lancaster, Lancaster. Offers a major in business.
• Germany: University of Frankfurt.* Summer international business program
with courses 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.
• 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 International Business Programs Coordinator (Schofield
463) 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 department chairs or
the University’s Service-Learning Director (Schneider 113A).
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 Research
Director (Schneider 453) or department chairpersons.
Student
Business Organizations. Pre-business and business students can apply
the FACT 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 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 managment accounting.
Organization for New Entrepreneurs (ONE) (1996), a hands-on
organization for students interested in entrepreneurship.
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.
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COLLEGE
OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPS
Please 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—External Affairs of the College of Business.
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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 by participating faculty in the UW-Eau Claire College of
Business, the Business Advisory Council, and the International Business
Advisory Council. It was expressly designed to complement the UW-Eau
Claire Global Studies Minor and to enhance all majors at UW-Eau Claire.
Dr. Rama Yelkur (Schneider 463) 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 356
Study abroad or international internship (three credits of directed study,
independent study, or internship credit 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):
Bsad 315: International Business Law
MIS 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, 356
Up to four credits of foreign language.
Geog 150, 151, 301, 308, Geog/AIS 311
Hist 102, 132, 142, 152, 192, 326, 359, 360, 362, 366, 371, 375, 379, 383,
388, 389, 393, 411, Hist/Wmns 385
Pols 122, 260, 265, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 323, 327, 331, 334, 335, 390
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 463) 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
MIS 310: Systems Analysis and Design
Anth 351 or Anth/Wmns 356
CJ 301, 319
Econ 351, 353, 355, 356
Foreign Language at the 201 level
Study abroad or international internship (three credits)
Geog 150, 151, 301, 308, 378, 446, Geog/AIS 311
Hist 102, 132, 142, 152, 192, 326, 359, 360, 362, 366, 371, 375, 379, 383,
388, 389, 393, 411, Hist/Wmns 385
Pols 122, 260, 265, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 323, 327, 331, 334, 335, 390
Rels 100, 304, 307, 309, 312, 314, 323, 350, 351, Rels/AIS 330
Total 12 credits
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INTERDISCIPLINARY
MAJORS
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, 356, 360, Econ/Wmns 337.
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.
Access to
Business Courses for Non-Business Majors. Students in non-business
major and minor programs that do not require coursework 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 Chair of the Business Department 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. 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. In addition, some core
business classes are available at the undergraduate level. 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.
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 or
minor 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.
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