To provide a learning environment which promotes the value of learning as a tool in a lifelong process of growth and improvement
To provide a learning environment which promotes the acquisition of skills and knowledge that enhance prospects for successful careers in a highly technical and highly integrated global business
To provide a learning environment with a moderate student-faculty ratio in order to provide extensive opportunities for a student-faculty interaction in a truly student-centered learning environment
To provide a learning environment where academically qualified faculty members with real-world experience are responsible for all instruction. No instruction will be carried out by graduate assistants.
Learning Foundations
To provide students sound training in the liberal arts and sciences in order to give them the breadth of knowledge and perspective required to function successfully in the contemporary world
To provide students with an understanding of the business enterprise and the environment in which the business operates
To provide students opportunities for specialized training in the functional and service areas of business as a means of enhancing their career prospects
Preparation
To prepare students to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information as a part of managerial decision making
To prepare students with strong interpersonal communication skills
To prepare students who understand the importance of information technology as it affects an organization's competitive posture
Exposure
To expose students to crosscultural knowledge as a means of preparing them for a highly competitive global business community
To expose students to issues of social responsibility and ethics in order to enhance their development of a sensitivity to such issues
To expose students to a diverse student body and faculty in order to enhance their ability to interact effectively with people unlike themselves
Opportunities
To provide opportunities for students to experience leadership roles both inside and outside the classroom
Service
To provide continuing educational and consultative support to the regional business community
Intellectual Growth
To provide direction, encouragement, support and recognition for the scholarly growth of faculty
Excellence
We strive for excellence. We are committed to continuous improvement in all that we do.