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Department of Managerial Studies B.S. in Entrepreneurship B.S. in Management B.S. in Marketing Distinction2202 University Hall (UH) The Department of Managerial Studies offers a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship, a Bachelor of Science in Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. The field of entrepreneurship provides knowledge of new venture opportunities, methods for creating and growing enterprises, and the role of entrepreneurship and young or smaller firms in economic development and the world economy. The program will help prepare students to create their own ventures, work in professional sectors that serve small or young businesses, or contribute significantly to the success of businesses in which they are employed. To earn a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship degree from UIC, students need to complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Business Administration section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies. Students who wish to pursue the entrepreneurship degree may seek individual advising on their programs of study through the CBA Student Services office.
General Course Requirements See General Course Requirements in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Business Core See Business Core in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Major Requirements
In addition to the specific courses listed above, the CBA frequently offers specialized sections of courses that include a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship; special topics courses (e.g. Principles of Internet Marketing, Real Estate Entrepreneurship, and the Kauffmann Internship Program); and specially designed independent studies in entrepreneurship that can also count toward the degree. Some of these courses have multiple prerequisites, which will require careful planning when scheduling courses. For students pursuing double majors within the Department of Managerial Studies, a minimum of four courses (12 semester hours) must be taken beyond the first major to earn the second major. Business Electives
See Sample Business Major Curriculum in the College of Business Administration section. The field of management is concerned with the effective organization, development, and administration of business and other organizations. Students receive both theoretical and practical preparation for a variety of responsible managerial and specialist positions. The degree program in management emphasizes analytical thinking for effective decision making and broad preparation for leadership positions. Employment opportunities include general management positions in manufacturing, distribution, and service industries; staff positions in human resources management and industrial relations departments; and management positions in transportation and physical distribution. Degree Requirements—Management To earn a Bachelor of Science in Management from UIC, students need to complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Managerial Studies degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Business Administration section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies.
General Course Requirements See General Course Requirements in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Business Core See Business Core in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Major Requirements
Students must complete 9 hours chosen from courses listed below. Students may select the courses based upon their interests and career goals. The management electives shown below are grouped into logical career-path alternatives. Students may, however, elect any three courses to fulfill the elective requirement. For students pursuing double majors with the Department of Managerial Studies, a minimum of four courses (12 semester hours) must be taken beyond the first major to earn a second major. Human Resources Management and Managerial Skills
Organization and Strategic Management
Cross-Listed Course
Business Electives
See Sample Business Major Curriculum in the College of Business Administration section. Marketing involves several business activities that are performed in the process of getting goods and services from producer to the ultimate consumer. These activities include product management, pricing, promotion, and distribution. The Bachelor of Science in Marketing provides students not only with an understanding of those activities that comprise marketing but also with the tools and concepts they will need to make sound decisions in the area. Thus, courses are provided in marketing research, consumer behavior, analytical techniques in marketing, and marketing strategy to name a few. Several elective courses are also available to the student who desires a broader view of the area. The basic objective of the curriculum is to produce a student who has a sound understanding of theory and a keen sense of how to apply it in practice. To earn a Bachelor of Science in Marketing degree from UIC, students need to complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Managerial Studies degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Business Administration section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies.
General Course Requirements See General Course Requirements in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Business Core See Business Core in the College of Business Administration section for the list of courses needed to meet this requirement. Major Requirements
For students pursuing double majors within the Department of Managerial Studies, a minimum of four courses (12 semester hours) must be taken beyond the first major to earn a second major. Business Electives
See Sample Business Major Curriculum in the College of Business Administration section. See Academic Honors in College of Business Administration section. |
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