The objective of the business curriculum is to provide the student with exposure to the various facets of decision making for business. The use of theoretical knowledge and models for problem solving in business is the heart of the program, with the student acquiring some experiences in the business sciences. If the requisite course is waived, the student must choose an elective course from this major or from the program curriculum of another major. This course is designed to provide a foundation in such general business concepts as economics, finance, accounting, business law, marketing, and other business systems.
Students participate in seminars designed to examine contemporary issues in business.
The professional seminar supplements the core and elective courses in the area of business by focusing on issues of current and special interest. Course may be repeated for credit if content differs. Graduate students may apply a maximum of 3 credit hours of these seminars as electives to meet the credit-hour requirements for graduation. This course may not be completed by directed study. Basic accounting theory and principles are examined, and some of the more important contemporary accounting developments are reviewed.