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 Welcome to the online home of the Roland E. Meidinger Center for Excellence in Business and the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics at Jamestown College. This site houses information about our program offerings, faculty, and activities, and it is our hope that it proves to be useful to both current and prospective students. As the site is updated, additional information will be added, including course materials, links to related business and economics sites, Center/Department activities, and other pertinent information. We hope that you enjoy your visit and that you will join us in our "Mission of Excellence."
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Mission Statement |
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The Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics fosters a comprehensive world-view in each of our students through an interdisciplinary integration of the liberal arts and business studies. Based on this foundation, it is our mission to pursue excellence in business education and to prepare students for successful professional careers, graduate studies, and a lifetime of learning, service, and personal growth. |
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Broad-Based Goals |
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In order to accomplish its mission, the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics pursues a set of broad-based strategic goals. They are to: |
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promote a dynamic environment of academic excellence that emphasizes student learning in all programs of study |
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enhance operational effectiveness and measure excellence in business education through comprehensive programs of outcomes assessment and continuous improvement that are fully integrated with strategic planning |
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add significant value to student learning outcomes and postgraduate achievement by engaging in continuing curricular review and development |
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develop ethical leaders who excel in a variety of organizational environments by contributing to the personal and professional development of students |
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improve program content and delivery by promoting and engaging in a variety of faculty development activities |
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enhance student learning through the provision of significant opportunities for international study, experiential education, and co-curricular activities |
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foster a stimulating and effective learning and teaching environment for all students and faculty |
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create program synergies by establishing and sustaining internal and external collaborative educational relationships and partnerships |
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enhance visibility, reputation, and service presence by developing and sustaining community, regional, state, national, and international outreach initiatives |
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Foundational Values |
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In advancing its mission of excellence in business education, the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics is guided by five foundational values. The Department believes that, in order for students to achieve their goals and ambitions, and to make significant contributions to the organizations for which they work and the communities in which they live, we must cultivate and develop within students: |
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a global perspective |
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an appreciation for both theory and practice |
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analytical and critical rigor |
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socially responsible and ethical behavior |
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people/collaboration skills |
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Assessment |
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The Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics affirms the importance of continual and comprehensive assessment of student learning outcomes in all of its programs as a method of measuring excellence in business education. Consequently, the Department is committed to the use of outcomes assessment results as a means to achieve its stated mission and broad-based goals, and to improve student academic and personal achievement. |
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Roland E. Meidinger Center for Excellence in Business |
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The Roland E. Meidinger Center for Excellence in Business (CEB) is composed of the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics and several ongoing programmatic, faculty, and co-curricular initiatives that are designed to promote continuing excellence in business education. The CEB's overarching goal is to build a business program that compares favorably with that of any liberal arts college in the nation. Focusing on the global realities of contemporary business, the CEB offers Jamestown College students the advantages of a larger business school in a small college setting. |
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Accreditation |
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Specialized business accreditation by an independent, external accrediting body is a means by which students, parents, the business community, and other stakeholders of the College can be assured that the institution's business degree programs meet high principles of excellence and follow best practice in business education. The following degree programs offered through the Roland E. Meidinger Center for Excellence in Business by its Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics are accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE): |
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration with Concentrations in Accounting, Business Communication, Economics, Financial Planning, General Management, Global Business, and Marketing |
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting |
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In addition, the following interdisciplinary degree program, which is jointly offered by the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics and the Department of Computer Science and Technology, is also accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE): |
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Management Information Science |
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BAE and the Liberal Arts |
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Jamestown College's emphasis on the liberal arts offers you a broad preparation for the dynamic future and for the many career opportunities that lie ahead. Your business, accounting, and economics courses, which incorporate an international perspective, and a foundation of liberal arts courses in the areas of the humanities, fine arts, communication, and the social and physical sciences will prepare you to think creatively and analytically and to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world. This integration of business with the liberal arts will enable you to solve problems, seize opportunities, and develop strategies to meet your personal and professional goals. |
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Programs of Study |
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The Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in the following program areas: |
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Major in Accounting |
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Major in Accounting with a Concentration in Financial Planning |
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Major in Business Administration with Concentrations in Accounting, Business Communication, Economics, Financial Planning, General Management, Global Business, and Marketing; and with Liberal Arts Concentrations from Any Liberal Arts Minor |
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Major in Financial Planning and Wealth Management |
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Major in Liberal Arts Business Studies |
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In addition, the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics, in partnership with other Departments at Jamestown College, jointly offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in the following interdisciplinary program areas: |
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Major in Health and Fitness Administration |
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Major in Management Information Science |
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The Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics also offers the following minors: |
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Minor in Business Administration |
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Minor in Economics |
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Opportunities for International Study |
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The Roland E. Meidinger Center for Excellence in Business, through the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics, currently offers students the following opportunities for international study: |
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"Window on the European Union" International Study Tour |
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"Window on China" International Study Tour |
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Irish/American Scholars Study Abroad Program |
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International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) |
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Field Experience Programs |
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The Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics provides students with opportunities to enhance their classroom education with hands-on, practical learning experiences at various work sites in the business community through the following field experience programs: |
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Internship Program |
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Community Alliance for Management Consulting (CAMC) |
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Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) |
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