College of Business

TRANSFORMYOURSELF

TRANSFORMYOURSELF

THE UAFS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROMISES TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP THE TOOLS AND KNOWLEDGE—FOCUSING ON GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES, LEADERSHIP ABILITIES, NETWORKING TALENTS, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SKILLS—NECESSARY TO SUCCEED IN TODAY’S HYPER-COMPETITIVE, FAST-PACED BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT.

OUR PROMISE

OOLS FOR SUCCESS

EAL-WORLD LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

PPLIED BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE

ATIONAL AND GLOBAL AWARENESS

K ILL-BASED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

YOURSELF

THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROMISE

is founded on an integrative approach to business education that builds upon a strong academic knowledge base. Starting with the freshman experience in Planning for Success—a specially formulated course designed to prepare you for your academic and professional life—UAFS College of Business faculty, administration, alumni, and business partners strive to educate you in and out of the classroom. The College of Business is committed to preparing you for professional excellence and future success.

TRANSFORMYOUR OPPORTUNITIES

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Graduating seniors in the College of Business score in the top 20th percentile in the major field test administered through Educational Testing Service.

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TOOLS FOR SUCCESSWhile earning your baccalaureate degree as a College of Business student at UAFS, you will have access to the latest technology and training tools.

• Access to software tools to assist in building your portfolio and connecting with recruiters

• Leading-edge business software

• Social media tools for business

• Enhanced learning with e-books and other digital resources

• Business apps for iPads and Android tablets

The College of Business believed

in me from day one as a leader,

as a business person, and as

a student. They also gave me

the leadership opportunities to

get involved on campus that

I have now transformed into

real leadership roles in the

community as a businesswoman.

YOUR OPPORTUNITIES DANABROAD

Hear the rest of Dana’s story at

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REAL-WORLD LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE• The Dean’s Leadership Council Mentoring Program offers you one-on-one access to

successful business leaders

• College of Business Student Leadership Council provides leadership opportunities

• Collegiate Ambassador Board gives you the opportunity to serve on a “mini” board of directors for First Bank Corp

• College of Business peer mentors provide guidance on getting the most out of the four-year experience

• Certificate of Proficiency in Community Leadership develops your leadership skills

• Academic clubs develop teamwork and leadership skills

• Co-curricular events expand your networking opportunities

• Enhanced opportunities for service learning and volunteer activities utilize your business knowledge and interests

WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE SEEKING FROM COLLEGE GRADUATESEmployers want graduates with real-world experience gained from relevant internships and course work related to the position. According to a 2012 survey from Millennial Branding, 91 percent of employers think that students should participate in at least one or two internships before graduating.

Employers are looking for future leaders. This is why we place emphasis

on graduates who have held leadership roles in campus organizations during college. UAFS offers a large number

of just such opportunities. We are building leaders from the ground up who are ready to take on some of the biggest challenges faced by businesses and organizations in our changing global business climate.

The College of Business is proud to offer organizations such as Phi Beta Lambda,Collegiate Ambassador Board, and the Student Leadership Council as pathways to leadership.

Sixty-one percent of UAFS interns are offered full-

time employment.

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UAFS MEANS BUSINESSUndergraduate business education at UAFS College of Business provides professional and academic development experiences to prepare you for the global economy. Our business programs enrich your learning environment with integrative exposure to global awareness, technological expertise, leadership activities, and professional development opportunities.

TRANSFORMYOUR GOALS

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APPLIED BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE• Opportunities to work collaboratively with faculty on

research projects

• Emphasis on cutting-edge technological hardware and software – you learn using the technology you will be applying in the workplace

• Structured opportunities to engage in discussions with accomplished alumni and regional business professionals on current topics in business

• A state-of-the-art electronic portfolio that tracks projects, presentations, extracurricular involvement, and career development – an invaluable tool for the job search

YOUR GOALS

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MATHEUSSILVA

Hear the rest of Matheus’ story at

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I had the opportunity to go

to China in the Maymester

program. That was a great

experience to see a whole way

of doing business in a culture

that’s very traditional, where

relationships matter more than

only signing a contract.Ninety-eight percent of employers view communication skills as important or very important when hiring for entry-level positions, according to a recent report by Millennial Branding.

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Balbir Bhasin, Ph.D.Ross Pendergraf t Professor of International Business

Balbir Bhasin’s research on international trade and investment, cross-cultural variances, global entrepreneurship, and business in emerging markets has been widely published and presented to organizations including the Academy of International Business and the Society for Global Business and Economic Development.

NATIONAL AND GLOBAL AWARENESS • MGMT 2203 International Business

for all business majors

• An awareness of the global environment emphasized throughout the curriculum beginning with the business core and continuing through each of the majors

• International experiences such as Maymester travel abroad courses and international student exchange programs

MAJORSAccountingBusiness AdministrationMarketingNew majors in International Business, Finance and Management

IN-DEMAND SKILLS• Effective verbal communication skills

• Ability to make decisions and solve problems

• Ability to obtain and process information

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work

• Ability to analyze quantitative data

• Proficiency with computer software programs

• Ability to create and/or edit written reports

• Ability to sell or influence others

TRANSFORMYOUR FUTURE

uafs.edu/cobSource: National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACD) 2012 Job Outlook Survey

The College of Business

transformed me by giving me

opportunities to be part of

groups like Student Leadership

Council and Collegiate

Ambassador Board where I

learned leadership skills and I

learned to be part of a team.

YOUR FUTURE

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TYLERLAMON

Hear the rest of Tyler’s story at

uafs.edu/cob/tyler

The Dean’s Leadership Council consists of regional business and community leaders who devote their expertise to help you prepare for a successful career.

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SKILL-BASED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT• The Distinction in Professional Development provides 12

hours of personal branding, networking and professional development skills

• Back to Business Day brings business leaders and successful alumni to campus to share career success strategies with you

• Professional development events allow you to practice the skills needed to navigate challenging business situations

• Specialized programs and tools for job search preparation, such as mock interviews, resume writing, interviewing workshops and graduate school preparation

• Access to industry-specific professional organizations and networking groups

• Student organizations such as Phi Beta Lambda and the COB Marketing Club provide you with competitive experiences, career development and guidance

TRANSFORM

YOURSELF

TRANSFORM

YOURSELF

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Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business-accredited schools have the highest quality faculty, offer a relevant and challenging curriculum, and provide educational and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools.

AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5 percent of the world’s 13,000 business programs have earned AACSB Accreditation. AACSB-accredited schools produce graduates that are highly skilled and more desirable to employers than non-accredited schools.