It focuses on basic concepts, analytical skills and problem-solving techniques required at a managerial level. Students combine a liberal education with the study of subjects which are essential knowledge for all managers accounting, marketing, finance, communications, law, business mathematics, management theory, economics, government relations and the social sciences. In addition to the traditional classroom situation, students are exposed to a variety of teaching approaches as they advance in their studies including use of seminars, guest lectures, group projects and group discussions. Undergraduates concentrate on a particular field of interest by taking one of 12 areas of study. Courses in this major include taxation, financial and management accounting, accounting information systems and planning and control.
Finance focuses on investments and financial management.
In investments, emphasis is placed on the intelligent use of funds in investment opportunities. In financial management, students learn about the traditional approaches to financial decision-making and the new quantitative techniques which rely on mathematics, statistics and computer simulation. MIS specialists must have an understanding of both the principles of computer technology and management in order to deal with managerial concerns such as the planning, organizing, staffing, and controlling of information resources. The Management of Organizations major includes exposure to the broad areas of general managerial processes, functions and behaviour. Study in this area develops students' analytical abilities and provides background for managerial responsibilities in public and private sector organizations.