Mission Statement

Mission

To prepare innovative, dynamic, and ethical business professionals for Virginia and global society.

Vision

To be a distinguished provider of business talent.

Mantra

Educating, Empowering, Evolving

Goals and Objectives

1. Goal: Students will be able to integrate competencies from varied disciplines in order to make affective business decisions.

   • Objectives: Students will:
     • Identify problems by analyzing all relevant information and clearly understand their impact on business operations
     • Develop and evaluate alternative solutions to resolve business problems
     • Implement the chosen solutions and assess outcomes
     • Synthesize the interrelationships between the different parts and functions of a business and develop an understanding of the business entity as a whole

2. Goal: Students will be proficient in the use of relevant technologies in order to solve business problems.

   • Objectives: Students will:
     • Utilize appropriate technology to assist in solving business problems
     • Demonstrate the ability to collect, process and analyze data; and report results
     • Demonstrate the use of technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity

3. Goal: Students will understand the dynamics of a global economy.

   • Objectives: Students will:
     • Demonstrate an understanding of important global issues that affect the business environment
     • Demonstrate knowledge of ethical issues and legal aspects of business

4. Goal: Students will learn effective communication and collaboration skills.

   • Objectives: Students will:
     • Prepare and present assigned or extemporaneous written material
     • Prepare and present assigned or extemporaneous oral material
     • Work collaboratively in teams