Business (BUSN)
There is general agreement today that people in business need education in the liberal arts. Courses in the humanities, in mathematics and natural sciences, and in the social sciences equip the business person with the analytical ability and breadth and flexibility of mind necessary to relate to the complex interrelationships of business and the society as a whole. As with all majors within the Frost School of Business, the liberal arts is the cornerstone for Centenary's business major.
The courses in business emphasize the basic skills on which the student can build a successful career through experience obtained after he/she completes college. Quantitative areas are stressed to facilitate the student's use of quantitative data for decision-making. The behavioral sciences are emphasized to provide the student with a better understanding of the behavioral patterns of formal organization and the problems which arise when people attempt to achieve common goals.
Students may be admitted to the Departmental Honors Program if they have attained junior standing and meet the other requirements. For details, consult the Dean of the School of Business.
Major Requirements for the B.S. in Business Administration
- Thirty-three hours of business courses including ACCT 203-204, BUS 321, 323, 346, 380S, 473, FIN 325 and nine hours in business, economics, finance, or accounting. Six of the nine elective hours must be at 300 level or higher.
- Supportive courses required are ECON 151, 303, 311, 312, 313, and MATH 109 or any other course in Calculus. (These courses may not be taken Pass/Fail.)
Students should normally complete ACCT 204, ECON 151, and MATH 109 (or higher) before taking any 300- or 400-level courses in business. ECON 303 and MATH 109 are used in many upper level courses. Persons who wish to take a minor or elect an upper level business course should check with the instructor before enrolling.
Major Requirements for the B.S. in Business for the Business/Foreign Language Coordinate Program
This coordinate program with the Department of Ancient & Modern Languages is designed to prepare students for a career in international business or to work in a business environment where Spanish, German or French is the predominate language. The student admitted to this program will major in business and will receive a B.S. degree.
- The student must complete the following required courses in Business: ACCT 203-204, BUSN 321W, 323, 341, 346, 380S, 473, FIN 325, and ECON 340 plus three elective hours in business, economics, finance, or accounting. Supportive courses required are ECON 151, 303, 311, 312, and 313 and MATH 109 or higher.
- The student must complete twelve hours of a foreign language above the 202 level (intermediate level). These courses should be chosen with the advice of a professor of the chosen language.
- The student must experience life in a foreign country. This experience may be completed by means of an international module, participating in an international study program, or working as an intern in a foreign country. Other options for fulfilling this requirement are available but must be approved by Dr. Chris Martin and a professor from the Ancient and Modern Languages Department.
Inquiries concerning the program should be addressed to Dr. Chris Martin of the Frost School of Business, Dr. Maureen Murov, Dr. Dana Kress, or Dr. Mark Gruettner of the Ancient & Modern Languages Department.
4-1 BS and MBA
Under a program offered jointly by Centenary College and Millsaps College, a student may attend Centenary for four years, completing requirements for the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, and then, after meeting admittance requirements, attend Millsaps for one additional year to obtain the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. While fulfilling the requirements for the BS at Centenary, the student will take prescribed courses in Centenary's Frost School of Business. The completion of the MBA degree at Millsaps College will require a minimum of 30 additional hours of prescribed study.
Minor Requirements in Business Administration
Students who desire to earn a minor concentration in Business Administration must satisfy the following requirements:
| ECON 151 | Introduction to Economics | 3 hours |
| ACCT 203-204 | Principles of Accounting I & II | 6 hours |
| BUSN 321 | Principles of Management | 3 hours |
| BUSN 346 | Principles of Marketing | 3 hours |
| Elective in Business Administration | 3 hours | |
| Total | 18 hours |
101. Contemporary Business Issues (3)
(Restricted to first-year students.) A study of the issues and trends faced by domestic business organizations, including interrelationships of business disciplines, ethics, the opportunities and threats faced by industry, impact of leaders in business, and economic restructuring. Fall.
217. Communication for Business and the Professions (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101. Instruction and practice in the various forms of practical communication, such as correspondence and reports, with an emphasis on communicating through electronic technology. Offered on demand. (Same as COMM 217 and ENGL 217)
295, 296. Selected Topics (3)
A detailed study of an area of business not normally covered in regular business courses. On demand.
300. Study Abroad (Credit Evaluated)
Centenary-approved enrollment in business courses pursued abroad, such as participation in the student exchange program with the Aarhus School of Business, Denmark.
321W. Principles of Management (3)
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. A study of organizational theory, policies, and procedures common to all institutions charged with the responsibility of achieving a common goal. Non majors should consult the instructor before enrolling in this course. Fall and Spring.
314W. Advertising and Public Relations (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101. This course surveys the related fields of advertising and public relations and examines their role in contemporary society. Topics include history, law, ethics, social dynamics, and economic implications as well as creative and technical elements of the advertising and public relations campaign. The process of advertising and public relations is studied from the perspectives of art, business, and communication. Every Fall. (Same as COMM 354).
323. Legal Environment of Business (3) A study of the legal aspects of business transactions and the legal environment in which entities operate. Fall and Spring.
328. Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3)
A study of individual, small group, and organizational behavior in the business setting. The problems of motivation and communication are studied in goal-oriented activity. Non majors should consult the instructor before enrolling in this course. On demand.
335. Human Resource Management (3)
Prerequisite: BUSN 321W. A study of the human resource management (HRM) objective of attracting, retaining, and motivating a productive and satisfied workforce. Content emphasis is on the effective use of planning, recruitment, compensation, training & development, and labor relations strategies.
341. International Management (3)
Prerequisite: BUSN 321W. A study of contemporary management models and their application to the global business environment. This course explores international strategic management and decision theory, in addition to cultural differences in leadership, motivation, communication, and human resource management.
346. Principles of Marketing (3)
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. A study of distribution of goods and services from producer to consumer. Channels of distribution, marketing functions, institutions, and costs. Non majors should consult the instructor before enrolling in this course. Non majors should consult the instructor before enrolling in this course. Fall and Spring.
380S. Social Responsibility of Business (3)
A study of the social role and responsibility of business considering both the internal and external environments of the firm. Evaluation of the social responsibility of the firm to the consumer, the employee, and the management. Coverage of the values evidenced by the management of modern business. Junior standing.
395,396. Selected Topics (3,3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A detailed study of an area of business not normally covered in regular business courses. On demand.
400A. Internship in Business Administration (3)
Designed to provide an opportunity for students to expand their theoretical knowledge and practical application of administrative principles by first-hand experience in various public and private agencies. May be repeated once for credit. Consent of the instructor necessary before registering. Restricted to business majors.
421. Operations Management (3)
Prerequisites: ECON 303 and ECON 313. This course will cover the topics of quantitative decision-making theories, linear programming, logistics, work design, work teams, and material planning. Emphasis will be on contemporary policies and approaches to total quality management (TQM).
473. Senior Seminar in Policy and Strategy (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing, BUSN321W, BUSN323, BUSN 346 and FIN 325. A study of the theory and practice of strategic management, this capstone course integrates the studentÕs previous study in business, economics, accounting and finance. Spring.
491-496. Independent Study (1-6)
A reading and research course open to seniors by invitation.
199. Module Studies (3)
Special topics offered during the Module.
Last updated July 30, 2007.