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All undergraduate programs in the College of Business are accredited by AACSB--the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business. The Department of Accounting has earned separate AACSB accreditation. AACSB requires that students not take more than 30 hours in the College of Business without formal admission to the college. Therefore, no two minors can be used in combination to fulfill any degree requirements outside the College of Business (except economics).

College of Business Majors
The College of Business offers nine baccalaureate non-teaching majors, two baccalaureate teaching majors and two Associate in Science degrees. Additionally, an interdepartmental major in mathematical economics is available. 

Requirements for Admission
Students interested in pursuing majors in the College of Business, except Economics, liberal arts option, will be classified as pre-business students until they:

* attain junior standing (63 hours) with a minimum grade-point average of 2.0, and
* complete the following courses with a grade-point average of at least 2.25: ACC 201, 202; BEOA 210; ECON 201, 202, 221; ENG 103, 104; MATHS 132.

Students may register for 300- and 400-level business courses only if they have completed the admission courses or if they are currently enrolled in one final course necessary to complete the courses required for admission and if they have met the grade-point requirement at the time of enrollment.

Degree Requirements
A bachelor's degree in business is awarded to students who meet these university and College of Business requirements. Students must:
* complete a minimum of 126 credit hours;
* complete all University Core Curriculum requirements;
* complete the specific requirements of the major;
* complete at least 63 hours from outside the College of Business (for this purpose, economics and BEOA 210 are considered outside the College of Business);
* take 30 of the last 40 hours at Ball State University. In addition to this university requirement, students majoring in a program in the College of Business must earn the last 30 credits of their major in residence; and
* maintain good academic standing with a minimum grade-point average of 2.0.

Transfer of Credit

Transfers from Other Colleges and Universities
Acceptance of credit from other institutions will be determined by the Office of Admissions. The applicability of credit toward degree requirements in the College of Business will be determined by the college.

Courses in upper division business subjects (300/400-level) may be accepted for specific equivalency if the course work has been taken in the junior or senior year at a four-year institution that is accredited by the AACSB. If the institution is not so accredited, credit in upper division courses accepted for transfer will be applicable only if syllabi, course text information, contact hours, and prerequisites are deemed equivalent to Ball State University course requirements. Both BEOA 249 (Fundamentals of Business Communication) and MGT 491 (Business Policy and Strategic Management) must be taken at Ball State. 

Any student enrolling at Ball State University to complete a second undergraduate degree in business will be required to meet both the residence requirement for the university and for the College of Business.
Business courses taken at two-year institutions will not be applied to upper division requirements.

Credit by Self-Acquired Competency
The College of Business does not award credit in business courses on the basis of self-acquired competency. However, the college will give examinations for credit in specific courses. Consult the appropriate department chairperson for information. The college will not accept the transfer of credit for business courses from other institutions if the credit was awarded on the basis of self-acquired competency.

Statute of Limitation
If seven or more years have elapsed since last enrollment, the student will be required to meet the degree requirements as stated in the current undergraduate catalog.

Business Minors
AACSB requires that students not take more than 30 hours in the College of Business without formal admission to the college. Therefore, no two minors can be used in combination to fulfill any degree requirements outside the College of Business (except economics).

Business Courses 300/400 Level:
Enrollment in business courses numbered 300-499 is limited to

* students who have fulfilled the College of Business admission requirements;
* non-business students who are pursuing a College of Business minor;
* non-business students who are pursuing a major that may require a  specific 300/400 level business course; and
* non-business students who have met all course prerequisites for any 300/400 level business course

Prerequisites are vigorously monitored. Students who enroll in classes for which they do not have the prerequisite(s) will be dropped from the class..

Note: All Economics courses are open to both business majors and non-majors who meet course prerequisites.

Teacher Education students in the college are required to earn a 2.5 grade-point average in each teaching major, minor, primary or supporting area, or endorsement.

Programs:

Students will be guided by the outline of baccalaureate Degrees, the University Core Curriculum, and the concentration areas listed below.

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BUSAD)

COURSES:

101 Introduction to Business. (3)
Emphasizes the vital role of business in our society through a discussion of both the external environment of business and the internal environment of the business enterprise. Assesses the contribution of the social and behavioral sciences in the decision-making process.
Not open to junior or senior business majors.

299X Experimental/Developmental Topics (1-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles will be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

300 The Emerging Context of Environmental Issues for Business. (3)
Offers interdisciplinary perspectives on issues forming the environmental context for business. The life-cycle concept frames the discussion of environmental management systems and standards, pollution prevention, and product and market issues. Includes lectures, readings, case studies, and student projects.
Prerequisite: completion of all other requirements in the Environmental Context for Business minor (other than ID 400): junior or senior standing; or permission of the instructor.

302 (MKG 302) Self Marketing: Tools, Process, Strategies, and Experiences. (3)
Provides experience developing a personal product analysis and personal career plan. The student will gain familiarity with the tools, processes, and strategies essential to successful life-long self marketing. Refinement of portfolio/resume is involved. Guest speakers and on-site visits provide practical and current insight.
Prerequisite: junior standing. Cannot be used in any College of Business major or minor requirements.

369 Internship in Business Administration. (1-6)
Under a College of Business approved and supervised program, business administration majors work full-time as interns for business firms, governmental agencies, or other types of organizations. Requires reporting and/or other educational activities.
Prerequisite: permission of the director of the business administration major.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (INTBA)

265 Introduction to International Business. (3)
Introduces the field of international business including coverage of the cultural, economic, political, and legal environments in which organizations function. Provides an overview of world markets emphasizing communications, trade, and legal matters in international relationships.

300 Foreign Field Study in Business. (1-15)
Student participation in an approved foreign field study. Includes an investigation of business and economic conditions as well as other cultural factors such as history, geography, language, and society. Requires pre-departure assignments and culminating paper(s) upon return.
Prerequisite: permission of the director of the international business minor.

369 Internship in International Business. (1-6)
Under a College of Business approved and supervised program, international business majors work full-time as interns for business firms, governmental agencies, or other types of organizations. Requires reporting and/or other educational activities.
Prerequisite: permission of the director of the international business minor.
A total of 6 hours of credit maybe earned.

490 Seminar in International Business Decisions. (3) 
Case studies designed to stress the practical application of the management decision-making process for the purpose of professionally resolving international business problems.  This seminar is designed to prepare students for careers in international business management.
Prerequisite: MGT 301; MKG 470; FIN 352; or by permission of the instructor.

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