Students receive a strong background in business administration, as well as a strong background in one of three majors or fields of study - accounting, economics and management. Students may choose to supplement their business program with a major or minor in a non-business discipline. This major provides careful preparation in economic analysis and work in applied fields of economic study. Opportunities exist for more intensive preparation in quantitative techniques as applied to economic studies and the chance to pursue research in a particular area through writing a senior thesis.
Students also have the option of selecting a combination economics and political science major.
Management - This major provides a broad foundation of the five areas of accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing, plus a working knowledge of quantitative methods and a familiarity with computer science and management information systems. Students receive a career-oriented education that develops the attitudes and analytical skills required for professional growth and advancement. Business certification also is possible for secondary education majors. The program provides an opportunity for qualified students planning a career in accounting to observe professionals in the performance of audit, tax and management consulting engagements. The student is assigned to a public accounting firm for four days on a full-time basis.