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Forge Your Path in Leadership: Explore an Emphasis in Business

Embark on a journey to master the art of leadership and management with our Business emphasis. This program is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in various management roles across industries.

Key Learning Outcomes

  1. Management Skills: Demonstrate knowledge of basic management skills, including accounting, finance, marketing, organizational behavior, and human resource management.
  2. Business Ethics and Decision Making: Demonstrate an understanding of principles of ethics and be able to make and defend moral and ethical business decisions.

 

Skills You Will Develop
  • Strategic thinking to identify and leverage business opportunities
  • Analytical skills for data-driven decision-making and problem-solving
  • Effective communication and presentation skills in a business context
  • Leadership abilities to inspire, motivate, and manage teams
  • Financial acumen to manage budgets and interpret financial statements

 

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for roles in corporate management, human resources, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, consulting, and more. This emphasis also lays a strong foundation for MBA programs and other advanced business studies.

 

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Exciting Courses

Information Systems (IS 110 & 201): Gain insights into information technology and its role in business

Principles of Accounting (ACC 200): Understand the fundamentals of financial and managerial accounting

Principles of Marketing (MKTG 201): Learn about marketing strategies and consumer behavior

Human Resource Management (HRM 300): Explore the dynamics of managing human resources in organizations

Business Communications (M COM 320): Develop skills in professional writing, speaking, and team communication

Entrepreneurial Management (MSB 360): Discover the principles of starting and managing new ventures

Principles of Finance (FIN 201): Analyze financial markets, investments, and corporate finance

Financial Management (MSB 250): Delve into financial statement analysis, risk management, and capital budgeting