The Department of Business Administration supports the University’s liberal arts mission. Accordingly, the curriculum provides a balanced rigorous foundation in the core areas of accounting, finance, management and marketing, in the context of the broad liberal arts environment of the University.

The Faculty hold high expectations of the students and themselves with the goal of developing skills in diagnosing, analyzing, developing and implementing solutions to a wide variety of problems in public and private organizations. The department promotes active learning by encouraging students to manage complex, interdisciplinary problems, marshal resources, and take responsibility for implementing effective solutions. Expected student involvement includes research problems, group case analysis, internships and consultation with organizations throughout the region. Students are encouraged to vigorously involve themselves in professional service, contributions to society, and the life-long pursuit of knowledge through scholarship and research.

In an environment of mutual trust and support, concerned faculty help students learn the elements of managing resources to achieve a purpose while emphasizing the skills of writing, presentation, and speaking; technological proficiency; and critical thinking in a global context. The student’s relationship with faculty is facilitated by small class size. The faculty work closely with students to instill the values of intellectual integrity and objectivity; tolerance and respect for individuality and diversity; the intrinsic rewards of ethical behavior and social responsiveness; and appropriate competitive vigor balanced with the value of effective collaboration with others.

The Business Administration program provides students the opportunity to go forward in the broadest range of professional directions while building sound and rewarding careers that are valued by society.

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