2011-2012 Archived Catalog Information

SAWYER BUSINESS SCHOOL
Undergraduate Programs

The Sawyer Business School offers the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree with majors in accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, global business, information systems, management, marketing and several joint degrees, and certificate programs.

The Business School is committed to maintaining a culture of achievement for all students. Students learn contemporary management practices through a continually refined and updated curriculum.

The first few years of the BSBA curriculum expose students to diverse viewpoints and to the environmental changes impacting business today. Business students become well-rounded through the foundational knowledge they learn in general education courses such as English, communications, economics, and mathematics, as well as interdisciplinary courses in leadership, ethics, globalization, social change. Students with special areas of interest are encouraged to include corresponding liberal arts electives in their programs of study. A stimulating community of scholars is committed to developing Leadership, Innovation, Networking, Knowledge, and Service in your profession and community as part of our “LINKS to Success” program.

By strengthening its capacity for teaching and research, the Business School remains committed to ensuring professional opportunities for its graduates. Our diverse faculty members are committed to excellence in teaching and research and have powerful links to business and government. They emphasize the critical link between theory and practice for the over 3,000 graduate and undergraduate students from across the globe. The Business School welcomes corporate and government partners in all its endeavors and has numerous Advisory Councils that reinforce its ties to the public and private sectors.

Undergraduate students may choose study abroad or to take courses at Suffolk’s campus in Madrid, Spain. Information on these opportunities can be found in the International Programs section of this catalog.

In keeping with its core values, the Business School offers responsive and flexible administrative systems and support services. Resources for new students are designed to reinforce this commitment and ensure a successful transition to college life.

Mission Statement

We create a learning environment that enables our students to emerge as successful leaders in the practice of global business and public service. We value excellence in education and research, and work with our students, alumni and business partners to achieve it.

Degree Offerings

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree is offered in a full-time or part-time format. Students may select from the following majors:

•  Accounting
•  Information Systems
•  Entrepreneurship
•  Finance
•  Global Business
•  Management
•  Marketing

•  BSBA/MS in Accounting
•  BSBA/MS in Taxation
•  BSBA/MBA (one year work experience required)
•  BSBA/JD

The Business School offers a Certificate in Accounting and a Certificate in Financial Planning. Consult the Accounting and Finance sections of this catalog for details.