School of business AND entrepreneurship

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1 School of business AND entrepreneurship Building the Future of Business

2 dramatic growth Dr. James D. Evans President of Lindenwood University Lindenwood University has experienced dramatic enrollment growth over the past two decades from 3,500 students in 1989 to just over 15,000 currently. However, the institution s growth isn t measured just in student population; it is evident in Lindenwood s reach across the St. Louis region with 11 vibrant campus locations; it can be seen in an endowment that has climbed from $500,000 to more than $80 million; and it is undeniable in the job market, where 2,700 graduates annually become valuable employees in St. Louis, throughout the state, and all around the country. Lindenwood s teaching-focused faculty is among the best in their respective fields. The University s growing alumni base is spread across the United States, and more than 17,000 live and work in the St. Louis region. Lindenwood, has come to stand for growth, value, and reinvestment in the St. Louis region. 2

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4 excellent leadership School of Business and Entrepreneurship Leadership The Lindenwood School of Business and Entrepreneurship has experienced phenomenal growth over the past several years and continues to grow at a steady pace both in its undergraduate and graduate programs. In order to support this growth, the SB&E has substantially increased the number of doctorally qualified faculty members, moved to a new facility, and has attained specialized accreditation. Continuous improvement in all facets of its operations has contributed to a stellar reputation for providing an excellent business education at an affordable price. Key partnerships with area businesses and business leaders many of whom are Lindenwood alumni have contributed to the SB&E s success and growth. The SB&E is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. ACBSP standards are modeled on the Baldrige National Quality Program. Employers find value in knowing that a potential employee graduated from a school that uses the same standards used by businesses to recognize excellence. Students who graduate from an ACBSP accredited school will be better prepared to compete for the jobs today s leading employers provide. SB&E future initiatives will serve to continuously improve the value of a Lindenwood SB&E business degree and strengthen key relationships with area businesses in order to produce highly-skilled business graduates who are able to contribute immediately as they step into the business world and become prepared for long-term success in the fast-paced, global marketplace. Dean Edward Morris 4

5 Why the Lindenwood School of Business and Entrepreneurship? Students provided with the knowledge and skills to prepare for their business careers World-class faculty qualified academically and professionally Small classes allowing for individual student attention One of the lowest tuition rates in the St. Louis region Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Students select the Lindenwood SB&E because they know that they will develop a comprehensive understanding of business and managerial skills as a solid foundation for their careers in business. With a combination of strong academic credentials and successful business experience, the SB&E faculty offers a unique opportunity for business students to understand business theory and concepts along with taking advantage of the faculty s real-world situational experience as business professionals. School of Business and Entrepreneurship Degree Programs Undergraduate Degrees B.A. Accounting B.A. Business Administration B.A. Economics B.A. Entrepreneurial Studies B.A. Finance B.A. Human Resource Management B.A. International Business B.A. Management Information Systems B.A. Marketing B.A. Retail Merchandising B.A. Sport Management Graduate Degrees Master of Business Administration or Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting Entrepreneurial Studies Finance Human Resource Management International Business Management Marketing Management Information Systems Master of Arts in Sport Management MBA Early Access Program Undergraduate students may take up to nine semester hours of graduate level business courses during their senior year towards their MBA degree. For additional information on the Early Access Program, please contact Dr. Maryann Townsend at or [email protected]. 5

6 School of Business and Entrepreneurship Faculty Doctorally and Professionally Qualified The majority of SB&E faculty members are full-time professors with doctorate degrees and first-hand professional experience in their field. The majority of business courses are taught by professors holding the highest degree in their field. SB&E professors are superb teachers who continually improve their classroom performance through professional development and research. The faculty is committed to assessing and continuously improving its teaching effectiveness. Professors combined academic and professional experience provides students with theory supplemented by first-hand business experience. Many faculty members have held or hold senior level positions in industry. All SB&E professors are versed in the latest teaching methods and electronic technologies used in teaching. To the School of Business and Entrepreneurship faculty, teaching is a passion not just a job. Dr. Renee Porter Dr. Renee Porter is an associate professor of management and division chair in the School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Renee Porter earned her Ph.D. at Saint Louis University, MBA at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and B.S. at University of Southern Mississippi. She gained over 20 years of experience from teaching in universities as well as through developing and implementing training solutions with McDonnell Douglas and United States Air Force. Renee brings business experience to the classroom through her positions as president and co-owner of Advanced Billing Systems, Inc., director of online programs at Webster University; human resources development manager, McDonnell Douglas Missile Systems; product service trainer at McDonnell Douglas; and technical trainer for the United States Air Force. Dr. Porter also develops online coaching modules with Eagle Institute s Personal Development Programs. Dr. Peter Onyia Dr. Peter Onyia joined Lindenwood University in 2009 as an assistant professor of marketing in the School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Prior to joining Lindenwood, he was a lecturer in marketing Communications in the Media School of Bournemouth University in the UK. Between 2006 and 2008, Peter was a marketing tutor in the Strathclyde Business School of the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, where he earned his P.h.D. Prior to starting his P.h.D. work, Peter had gained 18 years of industrial experience in advertising and public relations practice, rising to the level of a CEO in a thriving advertising agency in Lagos, Nigeria. Dr. Anthony Clark Dr. Anthony Clark is an associate professor of economics and director of the Institute for Study of Economics and the Environment at Lindenwood. Dr. Clark earned his M.A. in economics and Ph.D. in resource and development economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Prior to joining the faculty at Lindenwood, Dr. Clark was an assistant professor of economics at William Woods University and worked for four years as an economist in the Missouri Department of Economic Development s Public Service Commission. Dr. Clark is the author or co-author of a number of articles and technical reports, and he has appeared in numerous radio and television interviews throughout the state. His current research projects include a St. Louis-based study of the Cash for Clunkers program, an economic impact analysis of the River City Rascals baseball team, a land use change model for assessing wildfire risk in Montana, and a nonmarket valuation study of urban sprawl and land conservation in the Middle East. 6

7 New School of Business and Entrepreneurship Facility The School of Business and Entrepreneurship recently moved into a new facility encompassing approximately 59,000 square feet that will prepare students to successfully compete and contribute in today s highly sophisticated and technological environment. The facility gives SB&E students a sense of cohesion and identification and gives increased visibility to Lindenwood s business programs. It also provides an effective and attractive venue for connecting SB&E students with the regional business community through joint initiatives between the school and leading area businesses. Features of the new Harmon Hall include: 59,000 square feet of usable space and state-of-the-art technologies for delivering business education Classrooms equipped with computer and Internet access and several classrooms configured as computer labs A 110-person auditorium and boardroom equipped with video conferencing capabilities to leverage instructional opportunities and to facilitate distance learning WiFi access throughout the building Convenient location on the main St. Charles campus Expanded facilities for executing a speakers series and networking with prominent area business leaders 7

8 student diversity Strong Curriculum with International Exposure The School of Business and Entrepreneurship student population is diverse. More than one-fourth of SB&E undergraduate students and one-third of SB&E graduate students are international. Students from over 80 different countries study at Lindenwood, over half of whom are pursuing a degree through the SB&E. SB&E student diversity adds a global dimension to pursuing a business degree at Lindenwood. The benefits of a diverse university student body are: Student learning is broadened with graduates better prepared to participate in a diverse business world. Students from diverse backgrounds learn from one another and diversity enhances the environment for learning. Socializing and networking with students from different backgrounds contributes to the student s academic development, level of cultural awareness, satisfaction with college, and commitment to promoting understanding between cultures. Diverse learning opportunities have positive impacts on student retention, college satisfaction, GPA, and overall selfconfidence in a social situation. A diverse student population enhances the overall educational experiences of all students. 8

9 Personal attention Personal Attention for Students Small class size provides: Individual attention to each student. Classes adapted to the needs of the student. Personalized attention for students with special needs. Close and long-term bonds between professor and student. Opportunity for in-depth and comprehensive course work. Ease of student participation students feel more comfortable speaking up in small groups. Research shows that smaller classes are linked to greater student achievement, better grades, higher retention rates, and better student performance overall. Professor based advising provides: Individualized attention for each student. Opportunity to customize programs to each student s needs. Opportunity to discuss graduate education options. Greater student satisfaction and retention rates and better student performance. 9

10 Alumni Support The School of Business and Entrepreneurship enjoys substantial alumni support and is continuously searching for ways to channel that support for the benefit of Lindenwood and SB&E students. In addition to financial support, the SB&E alum has much more to offer, including: Providing jobs to showcase SB&E graduates Supporting the school in recruitment efforts Providing career advancement and professional development opportunities Creating a network of social and professional connections Providing internship and mentoring opportunities Advising the school in the area of graduate expectations Participating in the evaluation of programs designed to prepare graduates for their professional careers Rachel Donlan Rachel (Farthing) Donlan graduated from the Lindenwood University SB&E with her bachelor of arts in business in 2001 and her MBA in During her undergraduate years, she completed internships with Merrill Lynch and with SSM St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles. Following graduation, she began working in physician services with SSM Health Care and was promoted to director with responsibilities for multiple facilities in St. Charles County. In 2007, she joined St. Luke s Hospital in Chesterfield in physician relations and business development. She is responsible for the growth of key programs and services at the hospital and works closely with the medical staff as a liaison to the physician community. Patricio Miranda Patricio graduated from Latin University of Panama in 2004 with a degree in systems engineering. Early in his professional career, Pat held several technical and leadership positions at Dell. In 2006, he began graduate studies at Lindenwood University and graduated in 2007 with an MBA with an emphasis in management. Today, Pat is an IT manager for Enterprise Holdings and represents the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo Rent A Car, National Car Rental, and WeCar brands. Dan Korte Dan Korte is president, Defense Aerospace, for Rolls-Royce, a global power systems company. Korte is responsible for leadership of the group s $3.3 billion global defense aerospace business, which employs 2,400 people and operates in 17 countries around the world. Prior to joining Rolls-Royce, Korte served as executive vice president and general manager for Global Strike Systems, a division of the Boeing Military Aircraft business. After joining Boeing in 1985, Korte held a number of senior positions including: V-22 program manager, vice president - supplier management and procurement and vice president/program manager SBInet, a critical component of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security s Secure Border Initiative (SBI). Korte holds an MBA from Lindenwood University and a bachelor of science in electrical engineering from Southern Illinois University. He is also a graduate of the Strategic Thinking and Management for Competitive Advantage Program at the University of Pennsylvania s Wharton School of Business. 10

11 Advisory Board Partnerships with Area Businesses The School of Business and Entrepreneurship Business Advisory Board is a vital stakeholder providing management and planning advice with respect to the skills an SB&E graduate should possess upon graduation. The board meets quarterly to provide valuable advice on developments in the business world that have an impact on the SB&E s programs and direction. The SB&E also enjoys relationships with many area business leaders in the form of internship opportunities provided by the businesses. 11

12 School of Business And Entrepreneurship Vision and Mission The LU School of Business and Entrepreneurship is committed to: Providing a comprehensive core curriculum of business subjects. Instilling a strong and enduring sense of ethical business practices. Providing theoretical tools and analytical skills for lifelong use. Offering major fields of study to equip students for specialized careers. Developing the student s communication and presentation skills. Providing opportunities to supplement classroom education with real world experience. Expanding the student s geographical and cultural horizons for success in an increasingly global economy. Instilling the entrepreneurial model as an essential component of American free enterprise. School of Business and Entrepreneurship 209 S Kingshighway, Harmon Hall Saint Charles, MO lindenwood.edu/business Values-centered liberal arts education preparing students for life