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Stephen Fogg, Chair
(215) 204-1915
The program provides the student with a broad general education and intensive study within the major as preparation for professional careers in public accounting, industry, government, and not-for-profit institutions.
The curriculum in accounting is designed to acquaint the student with the conceptual framework and theory of accounting, transactional analysis, asset management, liabilities, owners' equity, and financial reporting. Cost analysis and control, accounting information systems, taxation, consolidated financial statements, and foreign operations also are covered, along with auditing techniques and an understanding of the ethical and performance standards of the profession. Coursework also is required outside of the major in the legal and social environment of business, written and oral communication, the humanities, and the social sciences. There are four professional student organizations available for accounting majors: Beta Alpha Psi (BAP--National Honorary Fraternity), the Accounting Professional Society (APS), the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), and a student chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA -- Cost and Managerial Accounting).
For more information, please contact Dr. Ryan at (215) 204-8131 (BAP), Dr. Malandra at (215) 204-8889 (APS), Dr. Mereba at (215) 204-4868 (NABA), or Dr. Asthana at (215) 204-1983 (IMA).
Major Requirements
Major Courses
Accounting
Additional Courses Required
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate. A C- grade is required in all courses that are a specific prerequisite to courses in the major.
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Bonnie Averbach, Program Director
(215) 204-8153
The Actuarial Science program is a rigorous one which requires a strong interest in, and aptitude for, applied mathematics. Students whose mathematics scores exceed 600 on the College Entrance Examination Board Scholastic Aptitude Test or who have demonstrated proficiency in mathematics are encouraged to explore the opportunities in Actuarial Science. Actuaries are professionally trained executives who use mathematical skills to analyze and solve business and social problems related to risk in insurance, risk management, retirement plans, employee benefits, and in financial institutions.
While undergraduates, students are advised to prepare for and begin to take the professional examinations given by the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society. Topics covered by these examinations, which are studied in the undergraduate actuarial curriculum, include calculus and linear algebra, mathematical probability and statistics, numerical analysis, compound interest, insurance, life contingencies, accounting, economics, finance, law, marketing, and reserve valuation. Students should meet with the Director as soon as they enter the program. In addition to course work and professional examinations, many students participate in student organizations. The Society of Risk Management, Insurance, and Actuarial Science is the student professional society in which many of the Actuarial Science majors become involved in. For more information, please contact Bonnie Averbach at (215) 204-8153.
Major Requirements
Major Courses
Actuarial Science
Statistics
Additional Courses Required
Business Electives
Non-Business Electives Required
Mathematics
NOTE: Special Exceptions to School of Business and Management Lower Division Because Actuarial Science majors take Mathematics C085, C086, 0233, and 0234, they are exempted from the following School of Business and Management lower division requirements: Statistics C011 and C012 (Basic Quantitative Foundations) and Statistics *C021 and 0022 (Statistical Methods and Concepts; Selected Statistical Topics).
Additional Non-Business Electives Elective courses may be chosen from offerings outside the School of Business and Management (exceptions noted above). The department strongly recommends that students select electives which are related to subjects that are covered on the professional actuarial examinations.
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate.
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Contact the department in which you would like to concentrate.
The Business Management curriculum is designed for students who wish to follow a broad and general curriculum. The program allows students to select a specific concentration with a minimum of three courses selected from a menu provided by the department. Concentrations are available in: Actuarial Science, Computer and Information Sciences, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Administration, Legal Studies, Real Estate, Marketing, and Risk Management and Insurance. Additional concentrations may be added in the future in areas such as Event Marketing, Quantitative Analysis, etc.
Students are encouraged to join the student professional organization for the majors represented by their concentration. Please contact Debbie Avery at (215) 204-3919 or refer to the student organization board in the hallway outside the Speakman Student Lounge.
Major Requirements
Major Courses
Three or more required courses chosen from a menu provided by concentrations
listed above. (At least one course in the menu will be writing intensive.)
Business Electives
Four or less depending on the number of courses in the concentration above
three courses.
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate.
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Computer and Information Sciences
Frank Friedman, Chair
(215) 204-8450
The Department of Computer and Information Sciences offers undergraduate degree programs in the School of Business and Management and the College of Arts and Sciences.
The Computer and Information Sciences program in the School of Business and Management is designed to develop an understanding of the use of electronic computers in decision making and data processing, since virtually every aspect of business activity, as well as society as a whole, is influenced by information processing. The aim of the Computer and Information Sciences program is to provide a broad background in the technology and managerial use of computerized information systems and an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of electronic computers. The student completing this program will have a firm foundation for applying information technology and for doing further academic work in the field. In addition, students who move into other functional areas of organizations will value the overall knowledge of the operations of a firm gathered through the study of information systems.
The Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) is a student professional organization which consists of members from both the School of Business and Management and the College of Arts and Sciences. This organization allows students to keep up to date on new technology and explore the career opportunities available for the major. For more information, please contact Dr. Koffman at (215) 204-1913.
See Computer and Information Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences programs for a description of the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs.
Major Requirements
Major Courses
CIS
Additional Course Requirements
Business Electives
All Computer Science courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate.
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Andrew J. Buck, Chair
(215) 204-8880
Economics is the formal study of how we allocate resources among alternative uses to satisfy our wants. Virtually all of the public and personal issues which confront us today have an important economic component. For this reason, the economic way of thinking plays a valuable role in helping us make sense of the complex world in which we live. In addition, the study of economics is excellent preparation for a wide spectrum of potential careers. Economics majors with bachelor's degrees are well prepared to be managers and leaders in both the public and private sectors. Training in economics at the undergraduate level also provides a solid basis for professional study in law, business, public administration, and the health sciences.
The Department of Economics offers a wide range of courses upon which students can draw, depending on their academic and career interests. Students should consult with a departmental adviser to see how specific courses can be used to match their particular interests.
Omicron Delta Epsilon (ODE) is the National Honor Society and professional organization for Economics majors. Students from both the School of Business and Management and the College of Arts and Sciences are eligible to join if they meet the admissions requirements of the organization. For more information, please contact Dr. Weintraub at (215) 204-1919.
Major Requirements
In addition to completing the economics courses required of all students
in the School of Business and Management, majors in economics must complete:
Economics
Choose one of the following: Economics
Choose two additional electives in Economics at the 0200 level or above, excluding Economics 0288 and 0289. (These courses are in addition to the general SBM upper-division requirements of one 0200 level or above Economics course.)
Additional Course Requirements
Students preparing for graduate study in economics or in an economics-related area are strongly encouraged to take Economics 0240 (Mathematical Economics), Economics 0241 (Introduction to Econometrics), and courses in calculus and linear algebra in the Mathematics Department.
Business Electives
Three to five additional business electives, depending on what courses
double count in technology and international areas.
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate.
Journalism Minor
In conjunction with the Department of Journalism, Public Relations and Advertising, students majoring in Economics can complete a minor or a certificate in JPRA. See the Economics Undergraduate Director, Dr. Erwin Blackstone, for details. Majors in JPRA can complete a minor in Economics. See your department advisor.
Mathematical Economics
In cooperation with the Mathematics Department, the Department of Economics offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a degree with additional specialization in analytical methods. The program is open to all matriculated students in the University. For requirements,see separate description under Program Descriptions in the College of Arts and Sciences section..
Political Economy
In cooperation with the Department of Political Science, the Department of Economics offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a degree with additional specialization in Political Economy. The program is open to all matriculated students in the University. For requirements, see separate description under Program Descriptions in the College of Arts and Sciences section.
Cooperative Education Program
Through this program, students earn income while gaining valuable work experience which can enhance their job market prospects upon graduation. By completing an academic research project under the guidance of a faculty member, co-op students may earn credit for Economics 0288. This course is open to all majors in the School of Business and Management.
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Dr. David Deeds, Program Chair
(215) 204-6877
The Entrepreneurship major integrates the knowledge and experiences gained in other disciplines, as well as from the field of entrepreneurship, into an understanding of the process of new venture creation and the management of entrepreneurial businesses. To accomplish this mission, theory, cases and internships in entrepreneurial ventures will be used to study innovation, idea generation, venture financing, financial analysis of projects, market research, industry analysis and the strategic planning process. Entrepreneurship majors will learn how to assess an industry and it environment for entrepreneurial opportunities, assess the commercial potential of an idea or innovation, develop a complete business plan including a strategic plan, marketing plan, pro forma budgets and financing requirements, develop an effective presentation for a new venture proposal and be an effective member of an entrepreneurial team. Entrepreneurship majors will be prepared to start a new venture, be a productive member of an entrepreneurial firm, assume responsibilities in a family business or become a productive manager in a growing business.
Entrepreneurship majors are strongly encouraged to become active members in the student entrepreneurship organization. This organization will offer students the opportunity to develop their skills and build contacts in the business community of the Delaware Valley. For more information about the student organization contact Dr. Deeds at 204-6877.
Major Requirements
Major Courses
Additional Course Requirements
Business Electives
None.
Students must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the major and a 2.3 GPA overall in order to graduate. Due to a limited number of slots in the Entrepreneurship major, students pursuing the Entrepreneurship major will be evaluated at 45 s.h. to determine their eligibility to remain in the major. Criteria used in the evaluation will include GPA and participation in the student organization for Entrepreneurship majors.
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Elyas Elyasiani, Chair
(215) 204-5881
Finance plays a central role in the operations of our economy and is at the heart of the resource allocation system. Individuals often come in contact with financial instruments (money, stocks, bonds, etc.) and need to understand the operation of our financial system in order to better plan and enjoy their lives. Moreover, training in finance can lead to important and fulfilling careers.
Finance majors typically have one of four career objectives: (1) a position in the finance department of a business firm; (2) a position in a financial institution, such as a bank; (3) a career in the area of financial investments; and (4) a position with a government or non-profit organization. The courses offered by the department are structured so that selection of courses taken can relate to one of these career objectives.
As businesses and organizations grow and diversify, their finance departments function like a bank, receiving funds and recirculating these funds throughout the firm in the search for profit. Financial management has increasingly focused on managerial decisions regarding the choice of assets and liabilities, with the goal of obtaining the highest return for the level of risk accepted. Forces such as inflation, the globalization of business, and advancements in computer technology have increased the importance of the finance decision-making process for both individuals and businesses.
Finance majors are encouraged to become involved in the Financial Management Association/National Honor Society (FMA/NHS). This student professional organization offers students the opportunity to meet business leaders in the financial industry, hosts career development seminars, and maintains a resume book. Students must meet admission requirements to join the National Honor Society division of this organization. The Financial Management Association is open to all business majors. For more information, please contact Dr. Puri at (215) 204-6066 or the FMA executive officers at (215) 204-1931.
Major Requirements
Major Courses
Additional Course Requirements
Business Electives
Two to three additional business electives depending on International course
taken.
Students must attain a 2.3 GPA in the major in order to graduate.
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William E. Aaronson, Chair
(215) 204-8468
Awareness of the health care system is critical for each of us in today's society. The roles of government, hospitals and other health care providers, employers, and third party payers continue to change. Concern over the health care needs of the elderly and the uninsured continues to grow. These issues are explored in health administration courses.
Although no undergraduate major is offered in Health Administration, students with an interest in the health care industry are encouraged to take the following health administration related courses as business electives.
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