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Show SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS Sterling D. Sessions, Dean The programs of the School of Business and Economics seek to prepare individuals for careers in private business, governmental agencies, and as business teachers. Such preparation involves the analysis and cultivation of decision making skills, leadership methods and styles, research concepts and techniques, and an informed awareness of our American economic system. The School is organized departmentally to represent all functions of management education including Accounting and Data Processing, Business Administration, Economics, and Business Education-Office Administration. REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS MAJORS Baccalaureate Degree RequirementsCandidates for the bachelor of arts or the bachelor of science degree in the School of Business and Economics must satisfy the business core and all other requirements as outlined in the departmental programs. School of Business and Economics Core Requirements: (59 credits) 1. Accounting 102 (4), 202 (4), 310 (4). 2. Data Processing 101 (4). 3. Economics 102 (3), 250 (4), 251 (4); 301 (4) or 302 (4). 4. Office Administration 325 (4). 5. Business Administration 478 (4). 6. Finance 320 (4). 7. Management 325 (4), 364 (4). 8. Marketing 301 (4). 9. Business Administration 320 (4) or Economics 430 (4)* *Economics 430 optional for Economic majors only. Minor RequirementsMinors are not required of students majoring in the School of Business and Economics except for those who elect the Bachelor of Arts degree in General Economics. If a student desires an option minor within the school, however, special requirements are noted in each departmental section on the following pages. AdvisementPrograms within the School of Business and Economics are designed for a maximum amount of flexibility in the student's course of study. This flexibility, however, makes it extremely important for the student to confer regularly with his adviser to avoid duplication of some requirements which may be met by a single course. All business and economics students are encouraged to visit with their advisers at least once a quarter to insure proper progress toward graduation. Grade Requirements and "D" gradesStudents earning a grade of "D" in any subject offered in the School of Business and Economics may count such credit toward graduation up to the maximum of 30 credits allowed by Weber State College. All students who wish a degree in any major offered by the School of Business and Economics, however, must achieve at least a 2.00 G. P. A. in all work attempted in the school and a G. P. A. of 2.25 in their major field requirements. 80 Business and Economics Accounting CENTER FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC TRAINING AND RESEARCH Rodger S. Lawson, Director The Center for Business and Economic Training and Research (C.B.E.T.R.) is a division of the School of Business and Economics. The objective of C.B.E.T.R. is to foster a broad and continuing unity between the business and government communities, at large, and the School of Business. This objective is accomplished through the concept of the Center as a service organization. One service provided is a regular program of seminars and special training programs for the small business as well as for large firms and national organizations. A second service area is contract research and consulting for local firms, national associations, and all levels of government. DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND DATA PROCESSING Allen F. Simkins, Chairman Professor, Paul M. Hansen; Associate Professors, G. Gary Casper, Charles Crittenden, Daniel Favero, James C. Harper, Leonard A. Nicholas, Allen F. Simkins; Assistant Professors, David G. Hart, Donald P. Holman, Michael J. Stemkoski, Robert J. Lewis; Lecturer, Michael E. Tabor. ACCOUNTING Description: Accounting is a process of gathering pertinent information, classifying it and interpreting it to facilitate the decision-making process of various and diversified groups of users. The objectives of the accounting program are to prepare students to pursue professional careers in management accounting (controllership), public accounting, government accounting and other accounting-related areas. Education: A career in accounting will normally require a bachelors degree as a minimum. Many employers look for a major in accounting with an MBA or Master of Accountancy Degree. Public accounting firms usually require a grade point average of 3.2 or higher. Majors in accounting are typically numbered among the outstanding students of the college. Employment Outlook: Demand for industrial, governmental and public accountants has been excellent. Industrial positions usually require experience. The best opportunities may be with out-of-state employers. Satisfactory employment can usually be found within the state, although salaries and opportunities for advancement tend to be lower. Related Careers: Students of accounting also find their accounting studies to be excellent preparation for other professional disciplines, such as law or business administration. In addition to the industrial, public and government positions, employment opportunities also exist in city management, credit analysis, finance, small business management, tax service, financial analysis, budget control and hospital administration. Program: Accounting MajorBachelor Degree I. General Requirements: A. Specific course requirements of the college (see index). Economics 274 (5) or 430 (4) is recommended to satisfy the state requirement. B. Bachelor Degree General Education requirements (see index). 1. Economics 101 (5); Psychology 101 (5) or Sociology 101 (5), or Anthropology 101 (5) in the Social Science area are required for Business majors. 2. Mathematics 105 (5) in the Physical Science area is required for Business majors. 81 |
