Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
Accounting, B.B.A. Mission The mission of the Crowell School of Business is to equip students to develop a biblical worldview so as to see business as ministry: • To prepare students for excellence in leadership in their career. • To be strong in mind and character, and be able to articulate faith and vocational integration so that they will make an impact for God in this time and place. • To develop a student’s God-given talents and pursue excellence by maintaining high expectations and proficiency in their unique field of interest. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of general business theories and practices and a special field of business emphasis by (ULO 1): • Illustrating effective communication through a variety of techniques, including written communication utilizing the conventions of good business writing, oral communication skills, and electronic communication technologies. • Identifying the effects of globalization and how to compete in a global marketplace. • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of accounting practices, techniques, and measurements. 2. Develop the ability to recognize, analyze, propose and implement business solutions consistent with Biblical precepts as evidenced by practical experience by being able to (ULO 1): • Identify and articulate business problems. • Design & implement appropriate strategies to solve business problems based on relevant research, experiences, etc. • Observe, collect, analyze and interpret data. • Appropriately utilize technology in a business setting. • Analyze business problems and produce principled-based solutions. 3. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the business environment by addressing organizational challenges through professional conduct, implementing strategies, and effective communication skills (ULO 2). 4. Articulate faith and vocational integration through (ULO 3): • Applying the Biblical principles of justice, truth, love and humility in both their business and personal lives. • Recognizing their vocation as God’s calling, leading them to demonstrate character, integrity and ethical behavior in both their business and personal lives. Degree Program A Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting is offered upon the completion of the University baccalaureate requirements for a total of 124 credits. The Accounting major requires 54 credits, 33 of which must be upper-division. Admission Requirements Admission into Biola University does not guarantee admission as a business administration major in the Crowell School of Business, nor permission to enroll in upper-division business administration courses (Intermediate Accounting excepted). The following requirements must be observed: 1. Complete, with a minimum of a “C” (2.0) grade in each of the following courses: BUSN 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics, BUSN 202 - Principles of Microeconomics, BUSN 211 - Principles of Accounting I, BUSN 212 - Principles of Accounting II and BUSN 311 - Intermediate Accounting I; ENGL 100 - Basic Studies in
Critical Thinking and Writing or ENGL 112 - Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing I, and ENGL 113 - Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing II; MATH 190 - Business Statistics and MATH 103 - Calculus for Management Sciences ( totaling 27 semester hours), or the equivalent; with a cumulative grade point average of 2.50. A minimum requirement of 30 hours of General Education (including Bible) must be completed. 2. Accomplish an overall cumulative GPA of 2.50 in all college level course work completed at the time of formal application to the Crowell School of Business. 3. File an application with the Crowell School of Business for admission, which shall include an essay, and affirm that the above requirements have been achieved either at Biola University or another accredited institution. The application should be filed the semester in which the student is completing the requirements. 4. Meet approval of the academic advisor of the Crowell School of Business. The process may require an interview. 5. Prior to formal admission, students shall continue to be advised as pre-business majors. General Education Requirements The general education requirement for a foreign language for those following a business administration major may be met by two years of high school language or the first four credits of a college language. PHIL 215, COMM 181 and PSYC 200 are recommended for all business majors. The following courses are required to partially fulfill the
general education requirement for Math/Science: MATH 103 Calculus for Management Sciences
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 190 Business Statistics
Credit(s): 3.
Core Requirements (54 Credits) Students must take the following courses: BUSN 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
Credit(s): 3.
Principles of Microeconomics Principles of Accounting I Principles of Accounting II Management Information Systems
BUSN 202 BUSN 211 BUSN 212 BUSN 220 BUSN 230 OR BUSN 231 BUSN 240 BUSN 301 BUSN 311 BUSN 312 BUSN 313 BUSN 316 BUSN 317 BUSN 361 BUSN 370 BUSN 411 BUSN 412 BUSN 470
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Introduction to Marketing Introduction to Marketing: Practical Application Principles of Management
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Business Writing and Case Analysis
Credit(s): 3.
Intermediate Accounting I Intermediate Accounting II
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Cost Accounting
Credit(s): 3.
Federal Income Tax for Partnerships, Corporations and Estates Accounting Information Systems
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Business Law
Credit(s): 3.
Business Finance
Credit(s): 3.
Advanced Accounting
Credit(s): 3.
Auditing
Credit(s): 3.
Strategic Management
Credit(s): 3.
Anthropology, B.A. Mission
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology is to provide students with a holistic understanding of the diversity of human behavior across time, geography and culture from a distinctly
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