UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK

1 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK 2017 2018 < > 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page i Welcome to Mays BUSINESS School! The UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK provides information about the academic programs and resources of Mays BUSINESS School at Texas A&M University to students . Included is information concerning academic regulations and requirements, academic offerings, special programs and resources available to students . students bear responsibility for becoming fully acquainted and complying with the rules, policies and requirements of Texas A&M University and Mays BUSINESS School. students are advised to use this HANDBOOK , along with other important information sources, as their guide for the UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS program. The best way to stay informed is by scheduling regular meetings with an UNDERGRADUATE Advising academic advisor. TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Advising UNDERGRADUATE Advising Office 1 Core Curriculum Elective Lists Department and Major Advisors 2 American History 31 STUDENT and Advisor Responsibilities 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences 31 Learning to Succeed for a Lifetime 4 Life and Physical Sciences 32 Academic Policies Language, Philosophy and Culture 34 Registration 5 Creative Arts 36 Wait-List 5 BBA International Elective 37 Graduation Requirements 6 Notes Page 40 Good Academic Standing, Satisfactory Degree Progress.

2 Academic Integrity 7 Academic Rules & Definitions 8 Special Program Opportunities Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Grading 10 Study or Intern Abroad 41 Transfer Credit 11 BUSINESS Career Services 42 Tuition Rebate 12 Certificate Programs 43 Academic Majors & Degree Requirements Cooperative Education 44 BBA Upper Level Entry 13 Internships 45 BBA Core BUSINESS Knowledge 14 Special Programs 47 Notes Page 15 Accounting 16 Resources BUSINESS Honors 18 Academic and STUDENT Involvement 49 Finance 20 Howdy Web Portal 50 Management 22 Management Information Systems 24 Handy Phone Numbers and Websites Marketing 26 Supply Chain Management 28 Footnotes 30 PUBLISHED 5/17 2017 2018 While every effort has been made to make this HANDBOOK as complete and accurate as possible, changes may occur at any time in requirements, deadlines and curricula listed in the HANDBOOK . 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page ii Final grades reported; Verify good academic standing and satisfactory degree progress Last Class Days; Prepare for final examinations Last round of regular examinations; Open registration begins Third round of examinations; Preregister for next semester; Q-Drop Deadline and Withdrawal Deadline: 60th class day Q-Drop Rules: Schedule of Classes posted online; Schedule appointment for preregistration advising Register for classes; Buy/order/reserve textbooks; Pay tuition and fees Walk-in advising from 8 5 in 238 Wehner; Finalize schedule changes, add/drop by 5th class day 5 Prepare for first round exams; Meet with academic advisor; Visit Academic Success Center to get academic support Prepare for mid-term/second round of examinations; Review degree plan.

3 Start thinking about next semester UAO standard advising schedule resumes Walk-in Advising Monday & Thursday, 8:30 11:30 Appointment or visit 238 Wehner All students Texas A&M permits 4 Q-drops during your UNDERGRADUATE studies 1-hour courses do not count toward Texas A&M limit State of Texas permits 6 total drops during your UNDERGRADUATE studies Drops at other state institutions do count 1-hour courses do count A TYPICAL FALL/SPRING SEMESTER TIMELINE 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page 1 of 50 UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING UNDERGRADUATE Advising supports Mays BUSINESS School by recruiting, advising and mentoring UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS students . Academic advising is provided for BUSINESS students according to lower- or upper-level status. Lower-level BUSINESS students (BUAD) receive advising from UNDERGRADUATE Advising Office (UAO) academic advisors in 238 Wehner. UAO academic advisors and graduate assistants primarily serve all BUSINESS freshmen and sophomores.

4 You are encouraged to meet regularly with an academic advisor. Although not assigned to a specific advisor, you may request to meet with the academic advisor of your choice. UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING STAFF 238 Wehner Building Mr. Peter Drysdale, Director of Academic Services, Dr. Linda Windle, Associate Director of Academic Services, Mr. Patrick Williams, Assistant Director of Academic Services, Ms. Brittany Hammond, Senior Academic Advisor II, Ms. Mary Ann Ricca, Senior Academic Advisor II, Ms. Ashley Corn, Academic Advisor II, Ms. Lauren Griffin, Academic Advisor II, Ms. Camilla Rhome, Academic Advisor I, Ms. Sarah Hooper, Academic Advisor I, Mr. Corey Stone, Recruiter and Academic Advisor II, Ms. Ana Davila, Recruiter and Academic Advisor II, Ms. Erin Parks, Administrative Coordinator, Ms. Shelby Salmons, Administrative Secretary, Office Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday Information: Communicating with UNDERGRADUATE Advising Staff When emailing an academic advisor (or instructor) always use your TAMU Email account Always include your FULL NAME and TAMU UIN Be respectful, courteous, professional, and mindful of sensitive information Allow at least 48 hours for a response Check your TAMU Email account daily for important notices and reminders from Mays and the University Advising by Walk-in Advising by Appointment Monday & Thursday 8:30 11:30 First come, first served basis Monday Friday Schedule using: TAMU Email is the official form of communication at Texas A&M University When emailing your advisor or instructor, always use your TAMU account, and include your full name with UIN.

5 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page 2 of 50 DEPARTMENT MAJOR ACADEMIC ADVISORS Accounting (ACCT) 460 Wehner, Ms. Casey Kyllonen 487C Wehner Ms. Meghan Williams 487E Wehner ACCT Advising website, < > BUSINESS Honors (BHNR) 340 Wehner, Ms. Christina Inkpen 340 Wehner Ms. Claire Raabe 340 Wehner Finance (FINC) 341 Wehner, Dr. Larry Callis 341 Wehner FINC Advising website, < > Management (MGMT) 420 Wehner, Ms. Kristi Mora 483 Wehner MGMT Advising website, < > Management Information Systems (MISY) 320 Wehner, Dr. Aaron Becker 330C Wehner MISY Advising website, < > Marketing (MKTG) 220 Wehner, Ms. Hannah Cole 220A Wehner MKTG Advising website, < > Supply Chain Management (SCMT) 320 Wehner, Dr. Ying (Laura) Li 301Q Wehner Dr. Sudarsan Rangan 330E Wehner SCMT Advising website, < > Upper-level BUSINESS students receive advising from the academic advisor for their major (ACCT, BHNR, FINC, MGMT, MISY, MKTG, SCMT).

6 Refer to the following list for your upper-level major academic advisor. 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page 3 of 50 STATEMENT ON ACADEMIC ADVISING ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Vision. Academic advising engages students beyond their own world view recognizing the art of possibility. Mission. Academic advising is a collaboration between a STUDENT and an academic advisor. Through teaching and learning experiences, the STUDENT sets goals, acquires information and services, and makes decisions consistent with interests, goals, abilities and degree requirements. Mays BUSINESS School provides academic advising to BUSINESS students according to lower- or upper-level admission status. Advisor Responsibilities. Academic advisors assist students by helping to identify and assess alternatives and consequences of decisions. You can expect your advisors Effectively communicate BUSINESS degree and graduation requirements.

7 Collaborate with you in developing academic, personal and professional goals. Assist you in making academic decisions consistent with goals, interests and abilities. Listen carefully and respectfully to your questions, concerns, and problems. Provide referrals to campus resources and services appropriate to your needs. Enforce university and BUSINESS school policies to ensure the integrity of your degree. Sometimes say no to your requests or to present alternatives. STUDENT Responsibilities. students are responsible for knowing their degree requirements, rules, policies and deadlines, and for consulting with their advisors and the degree evaluation system. Your advisors will expect you Be respectful, be on time, prepared, and treat them and others as you would wish to be treated. Read all correspondence from Mays and the university and act accordingly. Keep records of your academic goals and progress. Take notes during advising meetings.

8 Understand the process for declaring your upper-level BUSINESS major. Be open to developing and clarifying personal values and goals. Use campus resources to enhance your academic experience and develop personal and professional goals. Research department and college programs and courses. Maintain up-to-date local and permanent address/phone information, and emergency contacts, in University record As the STUDENT you are responsible for: Seeking adequate academic advising, Knowing and meeting BUSINESS degree requirements, Enrolling in appropriate courses to ensure timely progress toward degree, and Making decisions consistent with your academic, personal and professional goals. 2017 2018 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENT HANDBOOK Page 4 of 50 LEARNING TO SUCCEED FOR A LIFETIME Texas A&M University s core values are excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect and selfless-service. In addition to these core values, Mays BUSINESS School emphasizes seven core competencies, which employers identify as critical for a successful BUSINESS person.

9 To become a Mays Transformational Leader, you need a combination of intentional mindsets, BUSINESS acumen, and professional competencies. Mays offers multiple high-impact programs to help you acquire the tools you need, both to notice when transformational leadership is needed, and to execute transformational leadership effectively. MAYS COMMUNICATION LAB STRENGTHEN YOUR PROFESSIONAL VOICE The lab helps you prepare and polish papers, resumes, presentations, and interviews. Whether the project is connected to academic or professional goals, peer consultants help you integrate the thinking, writing, and speaking processes necessary for effective communication. In each one-on-one appointment, you receive targeted feedback to strengthen your professional voice in preparation for the BUSINESS world. Portfolio. A portfolio helps you bring your resume to life and display who you are as a learner, leader and aspiring professional.

10 The reflective process of critical self-assessment prepares you for job interviews and helps you build habits of lifelong learning. The portfolio website shares your story and provides concrete evidence of the experience, passion, and skill you can offer an employer. To schedule an appointment or learn more about the Communication Lab and portfolio process, go to < >, visit 339 Wehner, or call Portfolio Development Peer Education International Experiences Certificate Programs Co-op Education & Internships Professional Program MINDSETS ACUMEN COMPETENCIES A mindset is the lens you use to evaluate a situation. It determines the questions you ask and the priority structure for weighing alternatives. BUSINESS acumen is the collection of understood principles, concepts, and experience. This informs your possible answers and solutions. A competency is a skilled behavior or habit. They shape your observable actions in response to situations.