BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – Major and Minor (interdisciplinary)
Both the Business Administration major and minor are interdisciplinary. "Interdisciplinary" means that while Business Administration students study a particular subject (e.g., finance, management, marketing), they also examine how it relates to other subjects and draw information from various disciplines to solve "business" problems. In addition to preparing for a career in finance, management or marketing, Business Administration students examine how their career fits into the context of other endeavors. The ability to understand the complex and interdependent issues, to view problems and opportunities from many perspectives and to work with those from other fields are qualities in demand. UW-Green Bay Business Administration majors graduate with a distinct advantage over traditional business school graduates.
More than 90 percent of UW-Green Bay Business Administration graduates find employment in their chosen career within six months of graduation. Those interested in graduate studies are accepted into the better schools. Many alumni are successful business leaders. Alumni surveys indicate that alumni perceive the Business Administration program very favorably, their program of study prepared them extremely well for their careers, the quality of the Business Administration faculty is "excellent" and they would definitely recommend the program to others.
These successes may be attributed to Business Administration's broad array of contemporary, professional business courses, a dedication to teaching excellence and to an emphasis on the skills basic to career advancement such as effective writing, speaking, quantitative analysis, computer proficiency, decision making and problem solving.
Business Administration faculty are committed to serving the needs of business and society, and to providing an outstanding learning environment. Upper-division classes frequently number fewer than 35 students, facilitating discussion and the opportunity to work closely with faculty. About one-third of the Business Administration courses are offered late afternoons and evenings to accommodate employed students.
The Business Administration program addresses contemporary business issues, including economic globalization, continuous quality improvement and business ethics. These issues and more are addressed in specific classes and throughout the curriculum. Today's businesses require employees who are effective communicators and problem solvers with broad-based liberal educations. Business Administration students take courses which develop their communication skills and they gain breadth through courses in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. Each business major studies an area of emphasis extensively: finance, management or marketing. Each emphasis consists of courses designed to thoroughly prepare the student in a business specialization. Students also develop expertise and problem-solving proficiency in at least one other field by completing a non-business minor.
The required non-business minor may be used in many productive ways. Students with quantitative and communication interests may complete a minor in communication processes or information and computing science, and prepare for careers in information systems development, technical business communication and the like. Those interested in human services may minor in human development or psychology and pursue such careers as child and elder care administration or corporate wellness. Many possibilities exist. Business Administration advisors will help you plan a program that meets your personal and professional goals.
Extensive opportunities are available to meet business professionals and to gain practical experience. Active student organizations provide opportunities to meet others with like interests and to develop contacts with businesses. The majority of upper-division courses include a practical, major project component, giving you the opportunity to apply the theories and concepts learned in the classroom to real situations. Participation in the internship program is encouraged. Here students learn while working in an actual business setting. Many students continue working full-time for their internship sponsors upon graduation.
"Gateway Course" Requirements
All students must have a minimum of 36 earned credits with a minimum 2.5 grade point average to enroll in the following "gateway courses":
- ACCTG 305 Legal Environment of Business
- BUS ADM322 Introductory Marketing
- BUS ADM 343 Corporation Finance
- BUS ADM 382 Introductory Management
In addition, BUS ADM 322, BUS ADM 343 and BUS ADM 382 have other prerequisites.
Requirements for the Business Administration major
Requirements for the Business Administration minor
Course descriptions