Dr. Platt explained the process by which the group developed the proposal. The majority of the faculty at the meeting supported the concept of establishing a curriculum in e-business, but did express concern including obtaining necessary funding to present a quality program and training for the faculty. Dean Carper stated that he would make funds available for faculty to receive training and that the BAC plans to assist in the development of the program. Dr. King expressed her willingness to develop a seminar for the faculty and Dr. Platt volunteered to present to the faculty a condensed version of one of the proposed courses. Dean Carper stated the college must move quickly on establishing an E-business program.
Some programs are currently available, but relatively few at the undergraduate level.
A motion was made and seconded for the new area of study in e-business be called a A minor. The motion carried. A motion was made and seconded to accept the five courses in concept as outlined in the proposal. The motion carried. A motion was made and seconded to develop a budget addressing resource needs, to include systematic training for faculty.