168 John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics ■ Essay as described on the GSBE application ■ Accepting to abide by the GSBE Honor Code ^4 grade ofCR (credit) for 2899 equates to being admitted to the Goddard School. Transcripts need not be submitted unless the student is notified by the Goddard School. 2. Await Notification Letter from GSBE Admissions Committee Advisement GSBE majors are strongly encouraged to pursue advising opportunities in the Goddard School. Receiving timely advisement at critical junctures in an academic program will assist students in choosing the appropriate classes, in the appropriate sequence, and in preparing for employment opportunities. Advising for: ■ transfer credits, general education, business foundation courses, and admission into the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics is provided by the GSBE Coordinator of Academic Advisement, Mara Sikkink, WB 211, (801) 626-6534; ■ major selection, major declaration, major requirements, minors, second degrees, and certificates is provided by the GSBE major department; ■ employment preparation, including internships and resumes, and business etiquette is provided by the GBSE Coordinator of Recruitment & Career Development, Patricia Wheeler, WB 213, (801) 626- 7914. Credit Policy 1. Obsolete Credit: John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics credit earned more than ten (10) years earlier than the proposed date of graduation will not be accepted toward University or major requirements unless validated through a challenge examination or approved by appropriate academic department chair. 2. Waiver Requests: Any exceptions to the printed John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics graduation requirements must be approved by the appropriate academic department chair prior to waiving, substituting, or taking the course(s) in question. Transfer Credit Policy 1. Transfer students should submit transcripts from all institutions of higher education to the Weber State University Admissions office. Student Recruitment at (801) 626-6050 will consult with Admissions to determine which general education credits will be accepted by Weber State. Most courses with a grade of "C-" or higher are eligible for credit. However, some courses, such as the General Education MATH and ENGL Core requirements, may require a higher grade. 2. Students should establish transfer of general education work prior to meeting with the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics' Coordinator of Academic Advisement. The Coordinator will consult with Goddard School academic departments to determine credit toward specific Goddard School requirements and address further transfer issues. 3. The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) Transfer Credit Guide has been established to indicate articulation of equivalent courses between the in-state public colleges and universities. Credits from business courses transferred from institutions not covered by the USHE Transfer Credit Guide are accepted only if approved by the appropriate Goddard School academic departments. Documentation which allows the Coordinator and department chairs to assess the content of courses taken may be required. This documentation may include: catalogs or bulletins; course outlines or syllabi; and transcripts. In the majority of cases, course credit which is not obsolete (see above) taken at institutions accredited by AACSB International will be accepted and applied to the Goddard School's graduation requirements. 4. The Goddard School may require validation for courses taken at other institutions before credit is applied to Goddard School requirements. This validation may consist of either: passing a challenge exam; or completing the next course in a related sequence with a grade of "C" or better. Validation may be required where upper division credit is sought for lower division course work taken at another institution. 5. Students are reminded that the Weber State catalog states, "Acceptance of credit should not be confused with its application. Transfer credit may or may not apply to Weber State's graduation requirements, regardless of the number of credits transferred. Credit other than that intended wholly to meet general education requirements, will be applied to Weber State's specific degree program requirements upon the recommendation of the appropriate department chair." This means credit that is accepted by Weber State may, or may not, apply to specific requirements within the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. 6. Students transferring credits from institutions outside the U.S. should follow the guidelines for International Students. Transfer credits should appear on the student's WSU transcript before meeting with the GSBE Coordinator of Academic Advisement or major department chair. Center for Business & Economic Development Director: Ms. Beverly King Location: Wattis Business Building, Room 218 Telephone: 801-626-7232 The Center for Business and Economic Development fosters abroad and continuing partnership between businesses, government agencies, and the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. The Center encourages and facilitates professional development opportunities for faculty and students, promotes business and economic development in the community, and serves as a community resource for entrepreneurship and small business management. As a service organization, the Center provides business and technical assistance, training and education, and information to businesses and government agencies. Specific programs and services of the Center are listed below. Small Business Development Center The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a partnership between Weber State University, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development. The SBDC provides a wide variety of seminars, workshops and courses in small business and Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog