Business Scholars A Leadership Development Program Student Handbook Addendum 2014-2015 UIC College of Business Administration 601 S. Morgan Street – Rm. 1118 University Hall Chicago, IL 60607 Phone: 312/996-2700 www.business.uic.edu Michael Mikhail, Dean of College of Business Administration Angela Prazza Winters, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs Sandy Wayne, Faculty Director Meghan Bryan, Academic Adviser Nicolas Bernal, Career Adviser
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Business Scholars A Leadership Development Program
Student Handbook
Addendum 2014-2015
UIC College of Business Administration
601 S. Morgan Street – Rm. 1118 University Hall
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: 312/996-2700
www.business.uic.edu
Michael Mikhail, Dean of College of Business Administration
Angela Prazza Winters, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs
Sandy Wayne, Faculty Director
Meghan Bryan, Academic Adviser
Nicolas Bernal, Career Adviser
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Table of Contents:
Business Scholars Program 3 Introduction 3 Mission Statement 3 Business Scholars Core Values 3 Business Scholars Requirements 3 GPA Requirements 3 Business Scholars Service Activity 3
Business Scholars Events
Business Scholars Role at the CBA 3 Communications 4 Academic Advising 5
Overview of Business Scholars Curriculum 5 Example of Registration sequence 7 First-Year Students Curriculum 8 Upper-Division Students Curriculum 8 Business Scholars Courses 8 Major Coursework and Business Electives 10 Business Scholars Supplement to a Regular Course 11 Internship Credit 11 Study Abroad 12
Business Scholars Service Activities 12 Categories for Business Scholars Service Activities 13 Category I: Tutoring/Teaching/Mentoring 13 Category II: Civic Engagement and Service 13 Category III: Volunteering 13 Category IV: Student Organization Leadership 14 Category V Advanced Coursework taken outside of major 14 Documenting Business Scholars Activities 14 Summer Activities 14 Agreement and Completion Forms 15
Business Scholars Probation and Dismissal 15 Academic Probation 15 Business Scholars Service Activity Probation 15 Business Scholars Petition 16
Appendix B: Business Scholars Mentors 22 All Business Scholars are responsible for knowing and understanding all the material contained in this handbook. This publication and other printed materials are available in alternative formats for persons with disabilities by contacting the College of Business Administration or the Office of Disability Services at (312) 996-8332.
BUSINESS SCHOLARS PROGRAM
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INTRODUCTION This addendum serves as an addition to the UIC Business Undergraduate Student Handbook published by UIC’s College of Business Administration. All of the information contained in the handbook pertains to students in the College of Business Administration, however because the Business Scholars program involves additional requirements, this addendum has been developed. MISSION STATEMENT The purpose of the UIC Business Scholars Program is to develop leadership excellence and professionalism among a cohort of highly motivated undergraduate business students. BUSINESS SCHOLARS CORE VALUES Business Scholars:
treat others with respect exhibit the highest ethical standards achieve academic excellence serve others through community service follow through on commitments put forth the highest effort in everything they do actively participate in professional development and college events
BUSINESS SCHOLARS REQUIREMENTS In addition to upholding the Business Scholars Core Values, there are three major requirements for remaining in the Business Scholars program. 1. GPA Requirements:
All Business Scholars are required to maintain a minimum 3.4 cumulative grade point average for all coursework taken at UIC.
2. Business Scholars Service Activity:
All Scholars must complete a service activity each fall and spring semester during their sophomore, junior, and senior years. Students should consult with their Business Scholars Academic Adviser and complete a Business Scholars Service Activity Agreement Form each semester. For a list of all service opportunities, please see page 13.
3. Business Scholars Events:
Attend Celebrating the CBA, held every fall semester to honor scholarship recipients Throughout the fall and spring semesters, a number of Business Scholars Events are held, such as
executive speakers, career fairs, and networking opportunities. Business Scholars are expected to attend these events.
BUSINESS SCHOLARS ROLE AT THE CBA
It is important to realize that your motivation and commitment play an important role in the pursuit of your educational and career goals. You will maximize prospects for future success by utilizing the numerous resources at UIC that provide you with the necessary tools to make informed educational decisions.
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You should:
Prepare for and keep appointments with academic advisers and mentors Attend all required classes, workshops and events Register for Business Scholars sections of Business Core Requirements Work closely with your adviser to plan your academic program of study so that you take the
required courses in their proper sequence to meet the requirements of your major Know Business Scholars requirements Engage in service activities each semester during your sophomore, junior, and senior years Utilize career services for internship opportunities Read the catalog and College of Business Administration’s publications Respond to your email daily Attend and participate in all classes Make plans to study abroad your sophomore year or during the summer Take responsibility and ownership for your academic and career decisions Commit to working 15 hours or less per week on average (First-year students are discouraged
from working part time due to the intensity of program requirements) Familiarize yourself with and be responsible for the contents of this handbook
COMMUNICATIONS UIC Business Connect Students should log onto Business Connect frequently. It is updated with important announcements and contains information about events, scholarship opportunities, student organizations, career fairs, and courses.
UIC Email Address Use Students should only use their UIC email address when emailing faculty, staff and fellow students. Doing so conveys professionalism and ensures that emails do not end up in recipients Spam folder. If you decide to forward your email to a personal address, please use a professional email address.
All UIC Business Scholars emails will be sent only to UIC email address. On a daily basis, you should check your UIC email in order to stay up to date on current events.
HELPFUL HINTS:
Create a folder in your email for all Business Scholars emails. There are many important dates and events that you will need to be aware of. By setting these emails aside in a folder, you will be able to quickly get information that pertains to important Business Scholars events, from course registration, internship opportunities, and career fairs to programming, service opportunities, and seminars. Creating folders for your Business Scholars events as well as those for your classes will help you become more organized and efficient.
Read and respond to emails in a timely manner. If you receive an email from the Business Scholars program, a faculty member or peer, always respond in a professional manner. Be sure to include your first and last name and UIN number. Include your contact number; make sure you have a professional recording for messages.
Keep a calendar with important dates and times. Include contact information for events so that if you are unable to attend at first, and your plans change, you can still participate in the activity. Use your UIC Business Connect Portal to stay informed of important Business Scholars events and use your phone, laptop and my.uic.edu portal to help you plan your semester accordingly.
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ACADEMIC ADVISING Each Business Scholar has an assigned Business Scholars academic adviser who provides personalized advising on the majors offered within the College of Business Administration. First-year students are required to meet with their assigned Business Scholars adviser each semester to discuss course selection and their progress in the Business Scholars program. Advising is strongly recommended each semester following the mandatory first-year advising.
While Business Scholars will also have faculty and executive mentors, Business Scholars are encouraged to continue to meet with their academic adviser, who is an expert on university policies and procedures.
OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS SCHOLARS CURRICULUM The Business Scholars program offers required Business Scholars sections for the Business Core curriculum. Students are required to register for the Business Scholars sections. A list of the Business Scholars sections will be sent prior to registration via email. First-year Business Scholars are required to take a one-credit seminar (BA 100). Core courses fulfill general education requirements, and students should consult their adviser to determine individual general education needs. In their sophomore, junior, and senior years, students complete a service activity for fall and spring semesters. In order to document the service activity, Business Scholars are required to submit two forms each semester:
1. Service Agreement Form - This form must be completed prior to engaging in service activity. This form will be reviewed by your academic adviser and returned with an approval or additional recommendations. This form is due by 4 p.m. Friday of the third week of each semester.
2. Service Completion Form – This form must be filled out and submitted after approved service activity has been completed. This form is due by 4 p.m. Friday of final exams week.
In their senior year, students take an Integrative Capstone Course. The course is typically pursued in the last year at UIC at the time when students have accumulated knowledge in all areas of business. This is a case-based course whereby students diagnose business problems and formulate solutions, integrating their knowledge from multiple disciplines.
EXAMPLE REGISTRATION SEQUENCE
Business Scholars Major Map
Freshman Year First Semester Second Semester
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BA 100# 1 ENGL 161 3 ENGL 160 3 MATH TRACK (2ND) 5 MATH TRACK (1ST) 5 Natural World* 5 ECON 120 (US SOC) 3 IDS 200 4 The Past* 3 Scholars Seminar 1
14 Hours 17 Hours Sophomore Year First Semester Second Semester IDS 270 4 ACTG 211 3 ACTG 210 3 FIN 302 3 FIN 301 3 MGMT 340 3 ECON 121 3 COMM 100 (IND SOC)* 3 Scholars Seminar 1 Elective 3 13 Hours Scholars Seminar 1 15 Hours Junior Year First Semester Second Semester MKTG 360 3 IDS 355 3 BA 200 3 MGMT 350 3 A.Q.S. 3 Creative Arts* 3 World Cultures* 3 Major 3 Elective (M.L.S.) 3 Major 3 Scholars Seminar 1 Scholars Seminar 1
15 Hours 15 Hours Senior Year First Semester Second Semester Global Perspectives 3 Major 3 Major 3 Major 3 Major 3 Major / Bus Elec 3 Major / Bus Elec 3 Major / Bus Elec 3 Elective 3 Integrative 4 Scholars Seminar 1 Scholars Seminar 1 15 Hours 16 Hours ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Foreign Language Computer Requirement All students are required to demonstrate an understanding of business ethics. See your adviser for information
regarding course and examination. (BA 290) Assurance of Learning Requirement (BA 395) CBA Service Activity to be completed each fall and spring semester beginning sophomore year
# Does not count towards degree hours for graduation requirements * Can be taken during any semester in any order Red Scholars Business Core Blue General Education, possible honors
FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS
First-Year Experience Seminar
First-year Business Scholars are required to enroll in a one-credit First-Year Orientation Seminar (BA 100) for the fall semester. Students must enroll in the Business Scholars section of this course as part of their degree requirements. BA 100 is graded on a Satisfactory(S)/Unsatisfactory(U) basis. Business Scholars will enroll in one of the approved sections of BA 100 during their Freshman Orientation. General Education Courses
You may exercise some flexibility in regards to class scheduling. It is your responsibility to follow prerequisites. Please make sure to regularly see your academic adviser to
ensure that you are fulfilling your degree requirements.
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Each first-year Business Scholar will enroll in general education courses, in addition to the required math and English courses, for fall and spring semesters. These courses are developed and taught by professors from different departments. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the core courses, students learn to integrate important material from different perspectives. (go.uic.edu/gened)
Economics (Understanding U.S. Society) Communications (Understanding Individual & Society) Analyzing the Natural World Exploring World Cultures Understanding the Past Understanding Creative Arts Electives
NOTE: Students in the Honor’s College should consult with their Honor’s College Adviser for HON sections of these courses.
UPPER-DIVISION STUDENTS
Business Scholars Core Courses
The College of Business Administration requires students to complete 35 hours of Business Core requirements. In addition to the required first-year seminar (BA 100), Business Scholars are required to take Business Scholars sections for their Business Core requirements. The following courses will have designated sections for Business Scholars. Please see appendix A for course descriptions.
BUSINESS CORE – REQUIRED COURSES (35 HOURS)
The Business Core provides students with a broad background in all functional areas of business.
ACCOUNTING (6 HOURS)
ACTG 210 Introduction to Financial Accounting 3 HOURS Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Extensive computer use required.
ACTG 211 Introduction to Managerial Accounting 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ACTG 210 and sophomore standing. Extensive computer use is required.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (3 HOURS)
BA 200 Managerial Communication 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ENGL 161
FINANCE (6 HOURS)
FIN 301 Introduction to Managerial Finance 3 HOURS No prerequisite
FIN 302 Introduction to Investments 3 HOURS Prerequisite: FIN 301
INFORMATION & DECISION SCIENCES (11 HOURS)
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IDS 200 Introduction to Management Information Systems
4 HOURS No prerequisite
IDS 270 Business Statistics I 4 HOURS Prerequisite: MATH 125 or MATH 165
MGMT 340 Introduction to Organizations 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ENGL 161
MGMT 350 Business and Its External Environment 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ENGL 161 and MATH 125
MARKETING (3 HOURS)
MKTG 360 Introduction to Marketing 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ENGL 161
BUSINESS CORE – SELECTIVE COURSES (10 HOURS)
ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE SKILLS (3 HOURS)
Choose one:
ECON 346
IDS 371
ECON 300 Econometrics
IDS 371 Business Statistics II
3 HOURS IDS majors must take IDS 371.
GLOBAL BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE (3 HOURS)
Choose one:
ACTG 484
ECON 333
FIN 442
MGMT 460
MKTG 469
ACTG 484 International Accounting
ECON 333 International Economics
FIN 442 International Finance MGMT 460 Business and the Global Econ
MKTG 469 Global Marketing
3 HOURS Students may also use an approved Study Abroad or International Exchange to satisfy this requirement.
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INTEGRATIVE COURSE (4 HOURS)
Choose one:
IDS 495
MGMT 495
Competitive Strategy 4 HOURS Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of all of the business core requirements. Should also be within two semesters of graduation.
Business Scholars are required to complete a capstone before graduation. The course is typically taken during the senior year and students will choose either IDS 495 or MGMT 495. The capstone course includes a multidisciplinary analysis of organization strategy and policy, using case method and/or business simulation.
MAJOR COURSEWORK AND BUSINESS ELECTIVES
All majors have required major courses and business electives. These courses are meant to be enriching and give the students an opportunity to grow in their field of study. The major consists of at least 18 hours with an additional 9 hours of business electives, which are chosen from courses in the College of Business Administration and raise the total number of hours in the major to a minimum of 27 (30 hours for accounting majors).
BUSINESS SCHOLARS SUPPLEMENT TO A REGULAR COURSE
Students are expected to register for Business Scholars sections when they are available. When a student is unable to register for a Business Scholars section due to a scheduling conflict, they can apply for a Business Scholars Supplement and take a non-Business Scholars section with a required supplemental component. Substituting a non-Business Scholars section is strongly discouraged and will be allowed only once.
The Business Scholars Supplement is a project undertaken in a non-Business Scholars course with the approval of both the course instructor and the student’s Business Scholars faculty mentor. Supplements should meet the following guidelines:
The supplement allows the student to study in greater detail an area related to the course. This student should work with their faculty mentor to find a meaningful project related to the course, but if possible, in an area of interest to the Scholar.
The supplement is not an additional paper or course activity in addition to the standard course work. It is an opportunity for the student to gain greater in-depth knowledge in the subject matter.
Examples of supplements include, but are not limited to:
Writing multiple papers during the semester on more challenging topics than those required of other students
Analyzing more complex problems showing a higher level of understanding of the subject matter Doing extra problem sets in an area discussed but not thoroughly covered in the class Leading a class discussion on a topic thoroughly studied by the student Meeting with the instructor to discuss additional readings
Both the course instructor and the student’s faculty mentor must approve the proposed supplement. Approval is provided by signatures from both course instructor and faculty mentor on the Agreement Form. The mentor is the judge of whether the project satisfied the guidelines.
Samples of Business Scholars Supplements:
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“As a Business Scholars Supplement to ACTG 210, I will write a 2-3 page paper on the impact of financial accounting in the workplace.”
“As my Business Scholars supplement to MKTG 469, I will compare and contrast marketing campaigns in Russia and the United States. To gain insight, I will incorporate media to show how the different economic and political environments of each country lead to tactical marketing.
The Business Scholars Supplement must be described by the student in as much detail as possible on both agreement and completion forms; the Business Scholars Adviser will not accept forms without detailed descriptions.
INTERNSHIP CREDIT The Business Scholars program encourages students to apply their academic education to the professional world through internships. Business Scholars are encouraged to obtain two internships during the course of their academic career. Internships qualify as Business Scholars service activities as long as the student meets the internship criteria as defined by the Business Career Center. Students should consult their academic adviser about earning internship credit. For additional information, read Career Preparation on page 17.
STUDY ABROAD It is expected that Business Scholars will study abroad for at least one semester (fall, spring or summer) during their sophomore or junior years. Study abroad is a great experience that allows our scholars to gain an international perspective while earning college credit. The business world is an international one and Business Scholars will benefit greatly from exposure to other countries and cultures. UIC’s Study Abroad Office is ready to assist students—from the beginning planning stages, to gaining course credit approval, to securing financial assistance, and to helping the student narrow down their countries of choice. Students should begin thinking about studying abroad early in their academic careers to ensure that they can take advantage of this opportunity.
To set up an appointment with the Study Abroad Office please contact them at: Study Abroad Office 502 University Hall (M/C 227) 601 S. Morgan St. Email: [email protected] | Phone: (312) 413-7662 Website: http://www.uic.edu/depts/spec_prog/studyabroad/ BUSINESS SCHOLARS SERVICE ACTIVITIES Volunteer service is an important component of the Business Scholars program. At least once a semester, Business Scholars must participate in a service activity. There are many ways in which to reach out to the community and scholars can work with their mentor or academic adviser to help decide which service activity is right for them. These activities may be done as a group such as organizing a fundraiser, or individually, such as tutoring other students. Your adviser will provide you with a list of the many philanthropic societies in and around Chicago that provide activities for fulfilling this requirement.
Business Scholars must receive approval for each service activity by submitting and receiving approval of an ‘Agreement Form’ signed by the Business Scholars Academic Adviser. This form must be approved prior to the service activity and must be submitted by the third week of the semester. Once a student has completed the service activity, he/she must fill out a ‘Completion Form’ which will be signed off by someone in an official capacity within the organization (if a student organization, a faculty adviser must sign the form). All service activities must be approved by the Business Scholars Academic Adviser, as shown by the signatures on the agreement/completion form.
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CATEGORIES FOR BUSINESS SCHOLARS SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Category I: Tutoring/Teaching/Mentoring
Serving as a tutor offers Business Scholars the chance to interact with students outside the classroom while sharing their wealth of knowledge. Through tutoring, students not only reinforce their knowledge, but provide students receiving the tutoring valuable skills and information needed to succeed. Tutoring, teaching, and mentoring are great ways for Business Scholars to help the communities around them thrive.
Examples:
Volunteering with the UIC Business or Honors College Tutoring Program Tutoring at the Chicago H.O.P.E.S program Tutoring at the Writing Center Tutoring at the Math Learning Center One Good Deed – Chicago Mentoring at a local high school Serving as a teaching assistant for a First-Year Experience seminar (BA 100)
Category II: Civic Engagement and Service
Close to downtown Chicago, there are many opportunities for Business Scholars to demonstrate their leadership skills by participating in volunteer and service activities. Participation in programs to foster civic engagement enriches the life of the student and helps them become good global citizens. There are opportunities to get involved in local, national and even international community service outreach programs which may be approved as Business Scholars Service Activities.
Examples:
Working with children and teens living in third-world countries to document their lives via Project FOCUS
Assisting with Junior Achievement Learning about poverty, housing, and development challenges facing local communities by
volunteering with Global Village/Habitat for Humanity Teaching science concepts to underprivileged children at area homeless shelters through Project
ESTEEM
Category III: Volunteering
Business Scholars are encouraged to volunteer in service activities that help them further their education and experiential learning in a field that they hope to enter. Students may volunteer in activities relevant to their future careers, including free tax preparation services, creating marketing campaigns for a nonprofit or assisting a volunteer organization in managing their activities.
Examples:
Serving as a project manager for Chicago Food Bank, food drive. Designing a marketing campaign for Salvation Army as a volunteer Volunteering for the Night Ministry of Chicago Volunteering with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for
the Elderly (TCE) Programs and offering free tax help for taxpayers who qualify Volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chicago
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Category IV: Student Organization Leadership
Business Scholars serve in leadership roles for many UIC student organizations and gain valuable experience and leadership skills. Roles within student organizations can be formally recognized, such as holding the position of vice president, or can be informal, such an event volunteer.
In completing and submitting agreement and completion forms, supplemental material may be requested, such as weekly reflection throughout the semester or a detailed write up of an activity in which you volunteered. If the scholar participates in a student organization, the Business Scholars Adviser must sign the agreement/completion forms.
Examples:
Serving as president of the Accounting Club Serving as a committee chair for the Student Advisory Board Planning events sponsored by UIC's cultural centers for Unifying Diversity Serving as the UIC Student Trustee Planning Relay for Life for Colleges Against Cancer Serving on the Executive Board of Beta Alpha Psi, for students studying Accounting, Finance,
and Information and Decision Sciences Volunteering for a Beta Gamma Sigma event (Honors Society for Business Students)
Category V: Advanced Coursework Outside the Major
Business Scholars may take advanced courses (400 level or above) that are not part of their academic program requirements for Business Scholars service activity credit. Scholars should consult with their Business Scholars faculty mentor to learn about what course work would count towards this service activity.
HOW TO DOCUMENT YOUR BUSINESS SCHOLARS ACTIVITES Summer Activities
Business Scholars are required to participate in a service activity during the fall and spring semesters. If a student finds a particular service activity that they would like to participate in that is only offered during the summer, this is acceptable and the service activity may be used to fulfill a fall or spring service requirement. This activity must be approved prior to the summer semester service. Agreement and completion forms for the respective fall or spring semester should include the notation “completed during summer 20XX,” and the agreement form should include the Business Scholars mentor or academic adviser’s approval and signature.
Agreement and Completion Forms
The Business Scholars program keeps records of the completed agreement and completion forms for service activities. Every Business Scholar is required to submit an agreement form and a completion form every fall and spring semester during their sophomore, junior, and senior years.
Agreement Forms
Students can obtain their agreement forms through their academic adviser. The form is customized depending on the type of activity the student is completing. Students should complete all fields of the form and then print out the completed form to be signed by their Business Scholar adviser as well as their service/activity supervisor. Students should discuss their plans for their Business Scholars Service
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Activities with their adviser prior to seeking signatures on the agreement forms. Signed forms must be submitted to the Adviser by the end of the third week of the semester.
Completion Forms
Agreement Forms that have been received and approved by the academic adviser are kept in the student’s file. Completed Forms are due by the end of finals week each semester.
BUSINESS SCHOLARS PROBATION AND DISMISSAL
All Business Scholars are required to maintain a minimum 3.4 cumulative grade point average for all coursework taken at UIC. In addition to this, Business Scholars are required to complete a service activity each semester during their sophomore, junior, and senior years.
ACADEMIC PROBATION
A Business Scholar whose cumulative UIC GPA drops below 3.40 but not below 3.25 is placed on Business Scholars academic probation and is given one semester to achieve a UIC cumulative GPA of 3.40 or higher.
A student whose GPA drops below 3.00 is dismissed from the Business Scholars Program. Upon dismissal, a student may petition for reinstatement (see below).
BUSINESS SCHOLARS SERVICE ACTIVITY PROBATION:
A student who fails to satisfactorily complete the Business Scholars Service Activity requirement is placed on Scholars Activity probation and must make up the activity within one semester. Successful completion of a service activity is demonstrated by the proper submission of Agreement and Completion Forms. A student who does not satisfactorily complete the Business Scholars Service Activity requirement for two consecutive semesters is dismissed from the Business Scholars Program.
BUSINESS SCHOLARS PETITION
A general Business Scholars petition form is available from your academic adviser. A student with unusual or extenuating circumstances may use the petition to request that an exception be made to a Business Scholars policy or procedure.
Appropriate use of the petition process includes requests:
To extend or waive a Business Scholars Activity due to illness or catastrophic event. To withdraw from the Business Scholars Program. To extend probation due to extenuating circumstances to avoid dismissal. To be reinstated to the Business Scholars Program*, including a student who has left the
university while in good standing.
*Immediately after being dismissed, a student can petition to be reinstated. After one semester has elapsed from the time of dismissal, a student who wishes to re-enter the Business Scholars program must interview with the Business Scholars staff.
Students who are uncertain as to the appropriateness of the petition form for their particular circumstances are encouraged to consult their Business Scholars adviser for further clarification.
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BUSINESS SCHOLARS MENTORSHIP Business Scholars Mentors are faculty from the academic departments in the College of Business Administration. These faculty members are selected as mentors because they welcome the opportunity to work with talented undergraduates and help such students perform at their highest level. The support of the mentors is invaluable and will help the student succeed in the College of Business Administration and in their professional careers. In order to help the Business Scholar and their mentor develop their student-mentor relationship, the following guidelines have been set forth. A Business Scholar Mentor:
Serves as an ambassador for the Business Scholars Program in their department Encourages the scholar to pursue academic excellence Serves as a source of information about their department, relevant student organizations
associated with the department, internships and careers Helps the student decide on service activities each semester Acts as an advocate for the scholars by encouraging them to take advantage of academic
opportunities and assisting them in getting the resources they need for success Provides guidance for the student’s Capstone Project. The Business Scholars Mentor might serve
as the faculty adviser for this project or might help the student find another appropriate adviser Encourages outstanding students to apply for major awards (Fulbright, Marshall, Rhodes) and
helps them become competitive for such awards
These are examples of ways in which mentors provide career-related support and assistance to their Business Scholars.
To effectively cultivate the mentor-student relationship, the following is recommended:
The mentor and student should meet face-to-face in the first two weeks of the fall semester sophomore year to discuss the student’s Business Scholars Service Activity. The mentor will indicate his or her approval by signing the Scholars Activity Agreement Form.
As a way of strengthening the mentor-student relationship, Business Scholars mentors are encouraged to meet with their Business Scholar twice each semester.
Business Advisory Council Mentoring Program: Mentorship Phases / Types
I. Networking Event: a. Introduction of BAC mentoring program
II. Forum/Group Mentoring
a. Students grouped by major are identified based on the questions/concerns/areas of interest;
b. At least two mentors are assigned to a mentoring group; c. Mentoring group is organized by major or a common area of interest for students and
mentor; d. Establishment of goals and objectives; e. Groups meet every other month;
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f. Nature of interaction: phone or face-to-face meetings, networking events; g. Duration: One full academic year Aug. 16- May 15 with the option of meeting in the
summer.
III. One-One mentoring a. Mentee sign-up/Mentor sign-up: b. Mentee selection of top three available mentors: c. Matching: selected mentors and mentees will communicate via phone or face-to-face to
determine relationship fit; d. Development of relationship guidelines; e. Establishment of goals and objectives; f. Duration: One full academic year Aug. 16- May 15 with the option of meeting in the
summer. g. Frequency of interaction – At least once per month h. Nature of interaction: By phone or face-to-face meetings, networking events i. Definition of success: j. Progress evaluation (both formal and informal)
i. Between mentor/mentee To sub-committee: staff liaisons email/call mentoring pairs for progress reports CAREER PREPARATION The programming for Business Scholars is designed to provide the necessary skills to prepare for professional success. Business Scholars can expect:
Skills-Based Workshops Scholars will have access to workshops and programming. Examples include:
Communicating with diplomacy, tact and credibility Using negotiation techniques for mutual gain Developing your emotional intelligence Expanding your Influence: The Art of Persuasion Job search and interviewing tips for career success Resolving conflict and increasing trust in teams
Internship opportunities Business Scholars are encouraged to obtain at least two internships by the time they graduate. Internships give students real-world experience and make them more marketable to potential employers. As a scholar, you can expect:
Internships with leading Chicago-area companies Preferential opportunities for teaching assistantships Eligibility for internship credit Extensive assistance throughout the job search process Dedicated Career Services Adviser
Career-relevant Experiences Business scholars will be provided with numerous career-relevant experiences such as:
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Job shadow successful professionals in one’s field Network with successful alumni Exposure to robust professional network of 33,000 alumni, from small-business owners to
Fortune 500 executives Career planning and resources designed to enhance students’ job marketability Professional mentoring from dedicated faculty members Mentoring program with business professionals Executive speaker series – opportunities to develop professional network
UIC Business Scholars Handbook has been adapted from the College of Business Administration Handbook 2013-2015 and the Honor’s College Handbook 2013-2015.
ACTG 210 - Introduction to Financial Accounting 3 hours. Concepts and standards underlying the preparation and analysis of external reports; alternative effects and role of accounting in the business environment and capital markets. Previously listed as ACTG 110. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
ACTG 211- Introduction to Managerial Accounting 3 hours. Management planning and control; cost concepts and measurement; cost accounting systems; analysis of cost and volume-profit relationships; standard costs and variances; and budget preparation. Previously listed as ACTG 111. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): ACTG 210 and sophomore standing. Accounting majors need a grade of C or better in ACTG 210.
ACTG 484 - International Accounting 3 OR 4 hours. Financial accounting for international operations, multinational managerial accounting and control, comparative international accounting, international reporting issues and international taxation.3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): ACTG 316.
BA 100 - Business Administration Orientation 1 hours. Orientation to resources available at UIC. Introduction to study strategies and techniques. Orientation to majors and business. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. No graduation credit. Should be taken in the first semester after acceptance into the College of Business Administration. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the College of Business Administration.
BA 200 - Managerial Communication 3 hours. Principles of effective business communication applied to practice in writing and speaking, individual and team work; emphasis on written communication. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 161 or the equivalent.
BA 395 – Assessment Experience 0 hours. Students will complete a day long program to assess learning outcomes, through a test, simulations, individual case analysis, verbal communication exercises, team presentation and teamwork skills designed to assess program learning results. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. No graduation credit. Prerequisite(s): Open only to juniors and seniors.
ECON 333 International Economics 3 hours. The balance of payments; fixed, flexible and multiple exchange rates; capital flows; comparative advantage; tariffs and subsidies; the factor price equalization theorem. Same as INST 333. Prerequisite(s): ECON 218 or ECON 220 or ECON 221 or INST 221.
ECON 330 -Econometrics 3 hours. Specification of economic models; measurement of variables; estimation of economic relationships and testing of economic hypotheses; ordinary least squares regression and extensions. Previously listed as ECON 346. Prerequisite(s): ECON 120 or ECON 121 or ECON 130; and either ECON 270 or IDS 270.
FIN 301– Introduction to Managerial Finance (new course)
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3 hours. Introduces students to managerial finance: the valuation of future cash flows, capital budgeting, capital structure, and banking. Current events and policy issues are discussed. FIN 302 – Introduction to Investments (new course) 3 hours. Introduces students to investments: risk/return, models of risk, efficient markets, derivative securities, fixed income securities, international aspects. Current events and policy issues are discussed.
FIN 442 - International Finance 3 hours. Financial management within an international context. International monetary system and financial markets, management of foreign investments, working capital management, exchange risks, taxation and earnings reports. Prerequisite(s): FIN 300 and FIN 310.
IDS 200 - Intro to Management Information Systems 4 hours. Introduction to concepts and application of information technology for solving business problems and supporting organizational functions. Includes hands-on instruction on use of computer-based productivity tools. Same as IDS 100.
IDS 270 -Business Statistics I 4 hours. Survey of concepts and techniques for business applications of statistics. Use of computer software for tabulation and analysis of data. Prerequisite(s): MATH 160 or MATH 165.
IDS 355 - Operations Management 3 hours. Application of management sciences to the planning and design of production, distribution, and service systems. Prerequisite(s): IDS 200 and IDS 270 and ENGL 161 and ECON 218.
IDS 371 - Business Statistics II 3 hours. Continuation of survey of statistical concepts and techniques for operational and managerial decisions. Use of computer software for analysis of data. Prerequisite(s): IDS 270 and MATH 165.
IDS 495 - Competitive Strategy 4 hours. Multidisciplinary analysis of organizational strategy and policy using case method and/or business simulation. Assignments involve extensive library research and oral and written reports. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in the College of Business Administration and completion of all other CBA core courses, or consent of the instructor.
MGMT 340 - Introduction to Organizations 3 hours. Important organization and management concepts and applications. Their relevance to individual and organizational goal attainment. Emphasizes organizational structure, systems, processes, and change, national and global. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 161.
MGMT 350 - Business and Its External Environment 3 hours. Concerns the political, economic, social, legal, regulatory and international environment of business and the ethics and social responsibility of business actions. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 161 and MATH 160.
MGMT 460 -Business, Society, and the Global Economy 3 hours. Managing in a free enterprise system. Market, regulatory, ethical, and cultural norms. Internationalization of business; urban problems of business; landmark and contemporary case analyses. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 340 and MGMT 350.
MGMT 495 -Competitive Strategy 4 hours. Multidisciplinary analysis of organization strategy and policy, using case method and/or
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business simulation. Assignments involve extensive library research and oral and written reports. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in the College of Business Administration and completion of all other CBA core courses, or consent of the instructor.
MKTG 360 - Introduction to Marketing 3 hours. The role of marketing in business and society. The marketing decision process in domestic and international settings. Required of all students in the College of Administration. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 161.
MKTG 469 - Global Marketing 3 hours. The strategic and tactical marketing of goods and services to countries beyond domestic or current markets. Distinct economic, socio-cultural, and political-legal-regulatory environments are considered. Prerequisite(s): MKTG 360 and BA 200; or consent of the instructor.
