156 John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics Dr. Michael B. Vaughan, Dean I he John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics is a leader in preparing students for careers in business. The School attracts students from across the nation and around the world. The School's vision for quality education is directed toward the development of individuals with the facility to analyze problems, the resolve to change, the capacity to lead, and the courage to act justly in all chosen endeavors. Over 2000 students are enrolled in undergraduate programs in accounting, information systems and technologies, economics, finance, logistics operations management, management, human resource management, and marketing; and over 100 students pursue degrees in the Master of Professional Accountancy program. In addition, a Master of Business Administration program is now available. Students should note that the John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics is accredited nationally by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the premier accrediting agency in the business field. Courses are designed to reflect the rapidly changing business environment. Dedicated faculty use innovative teaching and learning methods throughout the curriculum. The consequences of the global economic environment and international competitive advantage are addressed at the onset of the curriculum and discussed throughout the program. The key issues of technology, quality management, ethics, and entrepreneurship are discussed in many contexts. A unique feature in the curriculum is the Ralph Nye Lecture Series. In this series, business leaders visit Weber State University campus to serve as guest lecturers. A wide variety of speakers include executives who have risen to the top of corporate worlds, entrepreneurs who have nurtured an idea into a viable business, and authors and opinion leaders with special insight into the business environment. These speakers make an invaluable contribution to our educational programs. School Advisor: Patti Sanchez 801-626-6065 Location: Wattis Building, Room 211 Telephone Contact: Mary Ann Boles 801-626-7307 Department / Area Listing Center for Business & Economic Development 160 International Programs 160 Certificate Programs 160 M.B.A. Program 161 School of Accountancy 164 Business Administration 169 Finance Emphasis 171 Logi sties and Op erations Management Emphasi s 172 Management Emphasis 174 Human Resource Management Emphasis 174 Marketing Emphasis 176 Economics 177 Information Systems & Technologies 180 Department Chairs (area code 801) Accounting: Dr. Ronald M. Mano 626-6730 Business Administration: Dr. Bruce Handley 626-6729 Economics: Dr. Clifford Nowell 626-6488 Information Systems & Technologies: Ms. Betty Tucker.... 626-6979 Degrees Offered MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANCY MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Degree programs are offered in the following areas: Accounting Business Administration (with emphasis in Finance, Logistics & Operations Management, Management, Human Resource Management, and Marketing) Information Systems & Technologies Economics (Business and General) Associate of Science or Associate of Arts Degree Program offered in: Information Systems & Technologies Minors available in: Accounting Business Administration Economics (teaching minor also available) Information Systems & Technologies Certificates available in: International Business and Economics, International Business and Economics Language Emphasis, Information Systems & Technologies, and Entrepreneurship Weber State Univ 2003-2004 CATALOG E R S I T Y