WHY STUDY BUSINESS AT SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY? Making good investments is key to success in the business world, and that’s just what you will be doing when you enroll in one of the diverse programs offered by SLU’S JOHN COOK SCHOOL OF BUSINESS. Our nine concentrations provide you with the education and skills demanded by today’s highly technical and globalized business environment, whether you want to launch the next game-changing startup, navigate the intricacies of international trade or conquer Wall Street.
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Unique. BE Exceptional. BE A Billiken. QUALITY PROGRAMS + Ranked 13th in the nation for entrepreneurship and 18th for international business, U.S. News & World Report + Ranked 18th in the nation for macroeconomics and 41st for accounting, Bloomberg Businessweek + One of only 21 schools in the country to provide a comprehensive international business education + 96 percent of our faculty hold the highest degree possible in their field
THRIVING BUSINESS SCENE DID YOU KNOW? The John Cook School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. AACSB International is the premier accrediting body for business schools. Only 5 percent of the world’s business schools receive this prestigious distinction.
+ St. Louis is home to nine Fortune 500 companies, including Express Scripts, Monsanto and Emerson. + Startups in the area raised more than $380 million in 2013, according to the St. Louis Regional Chamber. + MarketWatch named the St. Louis metro area the 26th “Best City for Business” in the U.S. for 2014. + CareerBliss.com ranked St. Louis No. 1 on its list of “Happiest Cities for Job-Seeking College Graduates.”
In a survey of recent graduates, 94 percent of Cook School alumni reported that they were “satisfactorily occupied” after finishing their degree.
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MORE REASONS TO STUDY BUSINESS AT SLU + Ranked 79th in U.S. News & World Report’s 2014 list of best undergraduate business programs in the country
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
+ Strong relationships with the St. Louis business community, with support from national firms such as Anheuser-Busch, Emerson, Ameren, U.S. Bank, Boeing and AT&T
As a business student at the Cook School, you’ll benefit from a range of programs and opportunities designed to make sure you are successful after graduation.
+ Active and engaged alumni + Values-based education inspired by the Jesuit ideals of educating the whole person, seeking truth and serving others
START WITH A STRONG FOUNDATION Our BIZ 100: Business Foundations course provides freshmen students with an overview of the nature of business and shows you how the Cook School’s curriculum will prepare you for a successful career. In addition, the course addresses some common transition-to-college issues.
+ The four-year Focus program provides built-in career development. + Credit and non-credit internship options allow you to take advantage of the Cook School’s urban setting and connections with more than 1,000 organizations. + Students in our unique service leadership program complete 300 hours of community service, attend 24 leadership workshops and take 15 credit hours of coursework focused on issues of social justice and civic responsibility.
A lab (0 credit hours) linked to the Business Foundations course introduces students to the basics of using Excel, the common spreadsheet software used by most businesses.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE
JOHN COOK SCHOOL OF BUSINESS CONCENTRATION
+ auditor + financial planner + tax accountant
ACCOUNTING
+ economic researcher + financial analyst + marketing research consultant
ECONOMICS
+ business owner + product developer + business development manager
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
+ financial analyst + financial planner + investment banker
FINANCE
+ database administrator + e-commerce specialist + information security director
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
+ cultural adviser + import compliance specialist + travel director
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
+ change management specialist + leadership transition coach + training and development specialist
LEADERSHIP AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT
+ advertising executive + brand manager + media buyer
MARKETING
+ media/community relations specialist + sports agent + stadium manager
SPORTS BUSINESS
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CENTERS OF DISTINCTION Saint Louis University’s John Cook School of Business has FIVE CENTERS OF DISTINCTION that bridge the academic experience with the real world and expand your horizons beyond the classroom. These centers are an integral part of your comprehensive business education, providing research opportunities for faculty and students as well as valuable learning opportunities for the St. Louis business community. + Boeing Institute of International Business
+ Simon Center for Regional Economic Forecasting
+ Center for Entrepreneurship
+ Center for Supply Chain Management Studies
+ Emerson Leadership Institute
BOEING INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
CENTER FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Established in 1984, the Boeing Institute of International Business offers expansive global resources for students, alumni, the business community, faculty, government and professional organizations.
The Center for Supply Chain Management was established in 1998 with the mission of educating students and practitioners in the use and application of supply chain concepts and tools.
Highly recognized and respected, the institute has served as a pioneer in global business education for working professionals and for future leaders in the classroom. It was named the Boeing Institute of International Business in 1999 in recognition of a grant from the Boeing-McDonnell Foundation. The institute is spearheaded by Seung Kim, Ph.D., who serves as its director and as the chairman for the international business department. Kim strives to strengthen and expand SLU’s global programs through leadership and relationships.
The center provides training programs, events, publications and ongoing interaction with corporate supply chain professionals that are designed to keep supply chain managers aware of the industry’s ever-changing needs. In training supply chain management professionals, the center has THREE BASIC OBJECTIVES: + Provide management training seminars on current best practices in the field of supply chain management to improve an organization’s financial performance + Actively support academic and curriculum development in supply chain management for colleges and universities in the St. Louis area + Engage in advanced research on application tools in the field of supply chain management The center is aided in its mission by a diverse set of MEMBERSHIPS, PARTNERSHIPS and AFFILIATIONS with industry organizations and regional companies that are leaders in the field of supply chain management. These include: + Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
+ Nestle Purina PetCare
+ Emerson
+ Monsanto
+ Institute for Supply Management
+ World Wide Technology
+ Missouri Enterprise
+ National Contract Management Association
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CENTERS OF DISTINCTION
CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Center for Entrepreneurship, founded in 1987, is only the 23rd such center in the U.S. Known for its innovative approach, the center has been a national leader in developing and pioneering programs that promote entrepreneurship through education for more than 25 years.
EMERSON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE The Emerson Leadership Institute launched in 2015. With the formation of the Institute, the Cook School plans to better serve the business community in developing ethical leadership through community engagement programs, leadership education, hosting events and supporting research and scholarships.
The CORE ELEMENTS of the center’s work include: NETWORKING/MENTORING: The center’s programs, such as the Smurfit-Stone Hall of Fame and the Entrepreneurship Spotlight, connect entrepreneurs through networking, peer mentoring and other resources that can help them develop a successful business. COMPETITIONS/AWARDS: The center supports a variety of competitions throughout the campus and the SLU community, including the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards and the Innovation Challenge. DEVELOPMENT: The center provides students and alumni with opportunities and resources that bring their business plans to life, including the Billiken Angels Network and the Diamond in the Rough program.
SIMON CENTER FOR REGIONAL ECONOMIC FORECASTING The Simon Center for Regional Economic Forecasting uses the latest advances in econometrics and statistical forecasting to provide quantitative forecasts of important economic variables, including employment, unemployment and real personal income. The center also provides opportunities for community outreach, collaboration and partnership with businesses in the St. Louis region.
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COOK BUSINESS SCHOLARS PROGRAM If you have an outstanding academic record, you may be eligible for the COOK BUSINESS SCHOLARS PROGRAM, which allows for the completion of a bachelor’s degree in business administration in only three calendar years. This unique program follows the same 120-credit-hour curriculum as the traditional four-year degree and helps you start the next phase of your life a year earlier, saving time and money.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS Cook Business Scholars are guaranteed enrollment in business classes (but not particular sections) and benefit from specialized advising and mentoring. They generally take six classes each fall and spring semester and one to two classes over the summer.
Qualifying students who indicate their intention to enroll in the John Cook School of Business on their application for freshman admission will receive more information about the Cook Business Scholars Program in the spring. B.S./J.D. 3+3 ACCELERATED PROGRAM
+ ACT score of at least 30 or combined SAT score of at least 1330 (math and critical reading)
Cook Business Scholars interested in going on to law school can take advantage of the B.S./J.D. 3+3 Accelerated Program to earn their bachelor’s in business and Juris Doctor from SLU in only six years instead of the traditional seven.
+ Cumulative high school GPA of 3.75 (weighted or unweighted), as reported on your high school transcript at the end of your junior year
For more information on the 3+3 program’s requirements and benefits, contact the office of admission at 314-977-2500 or admitme@slu.edu.
To be considered for the Cook Business Scholars Program, you must have:
This program is available for ALL business concentrations + Accounting + Economics + Entrepreneurship + Finance + Information technology management + International business + Leadership and change management + Marketing + Sports business
To learn more about the Cook Business Scholars Program, visit business.slu.edu.
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ACCOUNTING SCHOLARS PROGRAM If you’re interested in accounting, you have two programs of study to choose from: a 120-credit-hour, four-year BACHELOR’S DEGREE or a five-year, 150-credit-hour MASTER OF ACCOUNTING DEGREE. The master’s option includes one year of graduate-level coursework and fulfills the 150-credit-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in most states.
INTEGRATED ACCOUNTING PROGRAM For students who pursue the Master of Accounting degree, Saint Louis University offers an integrated accounting program that bridges the undergraduate and graduate levels of study. Accounting Scholars in this program are permitted to take graduate-level coursework during their senior year and earn their bachelor’s and master’s degrees concurrently. In addition to providing a seamless educational path, the integrated accounting program allows you to maximize your SLU financial aid opportunities and apply your scholarships to advanced coursework.
ACCOUNTING SCHOLARS PROGRAM The Accounting Scholars Program is available to incoming freshmen whose high school scholastic achievement and admission test scores demonstrate superior academic potential. Accounting Scholars who complete the program requirements are guaranteed a seat in the integrated accounting program and given priority consideration for graduate level scholarships. Qualifying students who indicate accounting as their program of study on the application for freshman admission will receive more information about the Accounting Scholars Program in the spring.
To be CONSIDERED for the Accounting Scholars Program, you must have: + ACT score of at least 30 or combined SAT score of at least 1330 (math and critical reading) + Cumulative high school GPA of 3.6 (weighted or unweighted), as reported on your high school transcript at the end of your junior year To REMAIN in the program, you must: + Maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA at the end of each year + Complete select coursework and other activities as determined by the accounting department
To learn more about the Accounting Scholars or Integrated Accounting programs, visit business.slu.edu.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME — GET INVOLVED! Value your education and make the most of your time at Saint Louis University by joining BUSINESS-RELATED CLUBS that provide insightful knowledge, networking events and professional development skills.
FRESHMEN IN BUSINESS
ACADEMIC CLUBS
This organization is a great place for you to begin your involvement with the various business clubs at Saint Louis University. You can meet other first-year business students,
The AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION provides academic support and connections along with discussion of news, people, updates, current issues or anything related to marketing, advertising and public relations.
explore all of the business major concentrations and network with business professionals from the community.
COLLEGIATE ENTREPRENEUR’S ORGANIZATION (CEO): CEO helps students interested in entrepreneurship grow their network, participate in a national conference, attend guest speaker events and more. The ECONOMICS CLUB promotes economic literacy by SLU students for SLU students through various activities, including public speakers, tutors, discussions on current economic topics and club outings. The FINANCE SOCIETY exposes students to different career paths in finance as well as the opportunity to network with finance professionals. The INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CLUB works to provide SLU students with knowledge, networking and experience in the area of international business. THE SPORTS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION provides support, networking opportunities and job search help for students interested in sports business.
“Being a part of clubs through the John Cook School of Business has provided a way for me to connect academics to my social life. I have gained like-minded friends who have assisted me in my pursuit of a business career while being able to network with my college peers, which will translate into strong business connections and friendships after graduation.” Jon Griffin Morris, Beta Sigma Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS STUDENT GOVERNMENT DEAN’S STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD: This board serves as the student voice in the governance of the John Cook School of Business. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA): The SGA is the official student government body of the University.
NATIONAL BUSINESS FRATERNITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS ALPHA KAPPA PSI: Professional business fraternity, co-ed and national in scope DELTA SIGMA PI: Professional business fraternity, for men and women pursuing careers in business SOCIETY OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT: National organization of professionals in human resources and personnel management
HONOR FRATERNITIES ALPHA KAPPA EPSILON: National honor society for international business students BETA ALPHA PSI: National honor society for accounting, finance and information technology management students BETA GAMMA SIGMA: National honors business fraternity
“The Cook School offers students a variety of organizations that help translate the business knowledge learned in the classroom, apply it to firsthand experience and gain insight into the business world. My position as an executive board member in Alpha Kappa Psi has also instilled me with core values that will make me a more principled business leader. This prestigious professional business fraternity provides valuable educational, social and networking opportunities by bringing together students, professors, alumni and professionals who share common interests and goals.” Emma Frith, Delta Sigma Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi
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CAREER RESOURCES CENTER The Valerie A. Davisson Career Resources Center at Saint Louis University provides career management, education and development exclusively for business students and alumni. We offer a full range of personalized career management services and can connect you to internship and employment opportunities. Our experienced staff include a career development specialist and an internship coordinator who are dedicated to achieving mutual respect and collaboration when working with students and employers. HOW WE HELP BUSINESS STUDENTS
FOCUS PROGRAM At the John Cook School of Business, your success as a student and a professional are highly important. We have designed the Focus program to support our mission of seeing every business student seamlessly transition from the classroom to the workplace. A required part of the undergraduate experience, Focus is a four-year career development program consisting mainly of assessments, workshops, career fairs and networking events. These activities help you proactively identify a potential career path along with the education and practical skills that will assist you in securing internships while attending SLU and a full-time job upon graduation.
+ Career assessment + Major exploration + Career decision-making support + Resume writing + Job search strategies
FOCUS BENEFITS + Learn more about your personality and preferences through assessment tools + Explore career options, develop a professional resume and sharpen your interviewing skills + Learn effective networking strategies and interact with potential employers and business professionals
+ Internship preparation + Mock interviews + Internship search strategies and resources + Internship eligibility determination
Year 2: Interact with informational contacts and potential employers while learning how to write a resume, search for an internship or job, prepare for interviews and network with professionals. You will also be required to attend a career or internship fair. Year 3: Participate in networking activities
+ Learn to execute a successful internship and job search
such as individual informational meetings,
+ Focus on career management as a lifelong process
internship fairs and electives offered to meet
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 1: Reflect on the elements that contribute to thorough career decision-making, including personality type, decision-making style, goal-setting skills, leadership style and business career paths.
Year 4: Receive post-graduate planning
field-specific alumni panels, career and various student needs.
information along with additional electives and alumni networking opportunities. A networking event with a motivational speaker wraps up the program.
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CAREER RESOURCES CENTER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
WHY COMPLETE AN INTERNSHIP?
In today’s competitive business environment, gaining career-related work experience as a student is vital to finding success as a graduate. The Cook School’s internship program includes resources on finding an internship, refining your resume, writing a cover letter and developing your interview skills.
Internships are available to junior or senior business students and connect their classroom learning with practical skills in a professional work environment. Typically, internships are one to two semesters in length. Some students may be involved in several internship experiences over the course of their college career.
+ Explore your concentration and career goals
The Cook School’s reputation as a leader in business education allows it to maintain relationships with employers in the St. Louis region and throughout the U.S. that represent a variety of industries, including corporate, government and nonprofit organizations.
Internships can be paid or unpaid, but internships formalized through the Cook Schools’ undergraduate internship coordinator can provide up to three hours of course credit. Students must meet certain requirements of the Cook School and their concentration area before credit can be granted.
+ Develop knowledge and key skills + Gain practical employment experiences + Establish a network of professional contacts + Practice professional behavior and learn how organizations function + Strengthen your candidacy for postgraduation jobs + Achieve personal growth and build confidence as you take on new challenges
“I had a wonderful experience at my internship. My site supervisor taught me more about the industry, [but I also learned more about] responsibility, initiative, sales tactics and confidence than I could have ever learned through textbook and lecture in a classroom setting.”
Emily Sieb, Class of 2013
WHERE STUDENTS INTERNED IN 2013–2014 Alive Magazine
Ernst & Young LLP
KASCO Corporation
Scottrade
ALS Association, St. Louis Chapter
Executive Business Solutions
KDHX
Shell
Atlus
Express Scripts
KPMG
Signature Medical Group
Back 2 Basics Marketing
FanzLive Inc.
Miracles of Mitch Foundation
SLU Human Resources
Bakers Footwear Group
FDIC
Monsanto
Sports Illustrated
BG Capital
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
National Children’s Cancer Society
Sportsservice
Blayzer
Fleishman-Hillard
Nestle Purina
St. Louis Cardinals
Brown, Smith, Wallace LLC
F-Stop
Newell Rubbermaid
St. Louis International Airport
Butterfly House
Gaintner Bandler Reed & Peters PLC
North Star Resource Group
St. Louis Rams
Catholic Charities Refugee Services
Gateway Grizzlies
Northwestern Mutual
St. Louis Science Center
CliftonLarsonAllen
Global Spectrum
Novus International Inc
St. Louis Sports Commission
ConAgra Foods
Greetabl
Opulence
St. Louis Surge Women’s Basketball
Credit Suisse
Heartland Bank
Peace Love World
Stereotaxis Inc.
Deloitte
Hoffman Clark LLC
PwC
Swink, Fiehler and Company
Douglas Group
Holt & Patterson LLC.
Renaissance Financial
Boeing
Edward Jones
James C. Thompson & Co.
RubinBrown LLP
UHY
Enterprise Fleet Management
JordanLawrence Group
Saint Louis University
World Trade Center, St. Louis
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STUDY ABROAD COMBINE EDUCATION AND ADVENTURE There are numerous opportunities for students at Saint Louis University to take their business education abroad. The John Cook School of Business has partnerships with universities in EUROPE AND ASIA for semester- or year-long programs and also provides two-week immersion trips to PANAMA and HUNGARY. You can learn more about these opportunities by visiting the Boeing Institute of International Business, located in Cook Hall Room 332, or by contacting Karen Carpentier at 314-977-3630 or schneikl@slu.edu.
STUDY ABROAD BUSINESS PROGRAMS + Aarhus, Denmark — Aarhus School of Business + Angers, France — École Supérieure des Sciences Commerciales d’Angers (ESSCA) + Antwerp, Belgium — University of Antwerp + Beijing, China — University of International Business and Economics + Budapest, Hungary — ESSCA + Hong Kong, China — City University + Jonkoping, Sweden — Jonkoping International Business School + Nurnberg, Germany — Georg Simon Ohm Management Institute + Panama City, Panama — Two-week immersion trip + Shanghai, China — ESSCA
ENHANCE YOUR BUSINESS SKILLS A portfolio of international business skills is necessary for professionals operating in today’s global market. To differentiate yourself, you need to be aware of how cultural, social, economic, political, religious and geographic differences affect business. A semester abroad is a great way to enhance your education and learn about another culture. Full immersion into another country provides a heightened understanding of and a sensitivity to the differences among people around the world.
Business students may also study abroad at many other SLU-approved destinations. Visit the international services office in Des Peres Hall Room 102 or online at studyabroad.slu.edu for a complete list.
Your final 30 credit hours of study must be completed at the Saint Louis campus, so it is best to complete a semester or year abroad during your sophomore year.
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SERVICE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM The Service Leadership Program at Saint Louis University’s John Cook School of Business provides you with the opportunity to develop and hone your leadership skills while serving the St. Louis community. By volunteering at organizations such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, Campus Kitchen or one of the many other available service sites, you will practice critical thinking, decision-making, effective communication and team building. These are some of the skills that will help you become a more effective future business leader.
AS A SERVICE LEADER, YOU WILL: + Think critically about and effect change within social, economic and political structures locally, nationally and internationally + Recognize and engage in ethical behavior and decision-making + Engage in open discourse and respectful listening + Create and maintain collaborative work environments
To complete the Service Leadership Program, students must fulfill the following requirements: 15 credit hours of coursework 300 hours of community service 24 leadership workshops
“The Service Leadership Program allowed me to keep an open mind, reminded me to live life by the Golden Rule and most importantly, allowed me to get involved in the community to help those in need. These principles were a stepping stone as I transitioned into my first career after graduation.” Charlie Schwartz, Alum and Board Member
To learn more or to apply, visit us online at business.slu.edu/serviceleadership or contact Ben Smyth, manager of co-curricular and service learning, at 314-977-3609 or smythbk@slu.edu.
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SERVICE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM SERVICE LEADERSHIP AT SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY At Saint Louis University, we strive to develop leaders who demonstrate competence, conscience, compassion and commitment to community by integrating the strong traditions of Jesuit education with the fundamentals of leadership. The John Cook School of Business serves the St. Louis community by educating business students who graduate ready to assume leadership roles in a variety of occupations.
BECOMING A SERVICE LEADER AT SLU Community Service There are many diverse opportunities for service leaders to complete the required 300 hours of community service, and each one gives you a unique opportunity to gain meaningful leadership experience and make personal connections. If you enjoy working with children, consider volunteering at the Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club. If you are interested in international business, check out the International Institute of Metropolitan St. Louis. If you like teaching, spend time with an after-school tutoring program, such as Third Baptist Church. Coursework The required 15 credit hours of coursework can be fulfilled through the normal business degree requirements. Courses may be selected from an array of disciplines including: + African American studies + Communication + History
+ Philosophy + Psychology + Public policy
+ Social work + Sociology + Theology
“Through Service Leadership, I have found a community of business school students who have a similar mission to make the world a better place. This community is where I find many of my closest friends, my support group and my inspiration. Academically, it has allowed me to open my education goals past the learning of business skills by adding a vision to apply these skills to solve real world social issues.” Austin Smith, Service Leader
Leadership Workshops Each year, 10 leadership workshops are offered with topics ranging from humor to ethical decision-making and from personal reflection to professionalism. Service leaders are not required to attend each one, but should pick workshops that will be most helpful in promoting their individual growth as a leader. They are expected to complete 24 workshops by the time they finish the Service Leadership Program. As an added bonus, lunch is provided at each workshop, giving service leaders another opportunity to socialize and develop a sense of camaraderie.
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2014 – 2015 FACULTY The John Cook School of Business at Saint Louis University has a tradition in education excellence dating back to its founding in 1910. This tradition is manifested in our continued accreditation since 1948 by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the premier accreditation for business programs, and our ongoing recognition among national business programs. Our FACULTY MEMBERS are at the heart of the school’s ability to provide a unique and competitive business education. Their tireless efforts on behalf of students, expertise in the fields of business and commitment to SLU’s Jesuit ideals are what make a business degree from Saint Louis University highly respected and highly ranked.
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING DS 400 /// 314-977-3828 Ananth Seetharaman CA, CPA, Ph.D., Georgia State University Chair and Ernst & Young Distinguished Professor of Accounting Debbie Barbeau CPA, M.Acc., Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale Assistant Dean and Instructor Scott Duellman Ph.D., Syracuse University Assistant Professor Denise Guithues-Amrhein CPA, Ph.D., Saint Louis University Associate Professor Helen Hurwitz CPA, Ph.D., Columbia University New York Assistant Professor Neil Jansen CPA, M.Acc., Saint Louis University Assistant Professor John R. McGowan CPA, CFE, Ph.D., Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale Professor Debra Neumann Pike CPA, MBA, Saint Louis University Assistant Professor
Yan Sun Ph.D., Washington University Associate Professor
David Sanders M.A., University of Missouri-St. Louis Instructor
Weimin Wang Ph.D., Washington University Associate Professor
Patrick J. Welch Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Professor
Xu Wang Ph.D., University of Texas-Arlington Associate Professor
Bonnie Wilson Ph.D., University of Illinois Associate Professor
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
DS 308 /// 314-977-3848 Heather L. Bednarek Ph.D., Michigan State University Chair and Associate Professor Jaya Dey Ph.D., The Ohio State University Visiting Assistant Professor Muhammad Q. Islam Ph.D., Indiana University Associate Professor Douglas Marcouiller S.J., Ph.D., University of Texas Associate Professor Hailong Qian Ph.D., Michigan State University Associate Professor David Rapach Ph.D., American University Professor
DS 300 /// 314-977-3858 Michael J. Alderson Ph.D., University of Illinois Chair and Professor Naresh Bansal Ph.D., University of Georgia Associate Professor Brian L. Betker Ph.D., University of California-Los Angeles Professor Bidisha Chakrabarty Ph.D., State University New York Buffalo Professor and Edward Jones Professor of Finance Thomas W. Doellman Ph.D., University of Florida Assistant Professor Alireza Nasseh Ph.D., Michigan State University Associate Professor
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2014 – 2015 FACULTY Olgun Fuat Sahin Ph.D., Saint Louis University Assistant Professor
Timothy P. Keane Ph.D., Saint Louis University Associate Professor and Director, Emerson Leadership Institute
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Carl P. Maertz Ph.D., Purdue University Professor
CK 332 /// 314-977-3898 Seung H. Kim Ph.D., New York University Chair, Paul G. Lorenzini Professor in International Business and Boeing Institute of International Business Director
Hadi S. Alhorr Ph.D., Texas Tech University Associate Professor Mamoun Benmamoun Ph.D., Saint Louis University Assistant Professor Jase Ramsey Ph.D., University of South Carolina Assistant Professor Nitish Singh Ph.D., Saint Louis University Associate Professor Hongxin Zhao Ph.D., George Washington University Professor and David Orthwein Professor in International Business
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT DS 406 /// 314-977-7156 David M. Kaplan Ph.D., University of Illinois Chair and Associate Professor Laurel Boone J.D., Indiana University Associate Professor
Elouise Mintz Ph.D., Saint Louis University Assistant Professor Scott R. Safranski Ph.D., Indiana University Interim Dean and Associate Professor Michael C. Shaner Ph.D., University of South Carolina Professor Philipp A. Stoeberl SPHR, Ph.D., Saint Louis University Mary Louise Murray Professor in Management Jintong Tang Ph.D., University of Alabama Associate Professor Christopher H. Thomas Ph.D., University of Georgia Assistant Professor Vincent T. Volpe CPA, MBA, J.D., Saint Louis University Assistant Professor
DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING
Andrew Kaikati Ph.D., University of Minnesota Assistant Professor Morris A. Kalliny Ph.D., University of Texas-Pan American Assistant Professor Ivan I. Lapuka Ph.D., University of South Florida Assistant Professor
DEPARTMENT OF OPERATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT DS 411 /// 314-977-3878 Reuven R. Levary Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University Chair and Professor Palash Bera Ph.D., University of British Columbia Assistant Professor Sherri Cheng Ph.D., University of Texas Associate Professor Mark E. Ferris Ph.D., University of Illinois Associate Professor
DS 311 /// 314-977-3868
Justin C. Goodson Ph.D., University of Ohio Assistant Professor
James E. Fisher Ph.D., University of Illinois Chair and Associate Professor
Kerry Guilliams MBA, Maryville University Instructor
Mark J. Arnold Sr. Ph.D., Saint Louis University Senior Associate Dean and Professor
Ellen Harshman J.D., Ph.D., Saint Louis University Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor
Brett A. Boyle Ph.D., University of Cincinnati Associate Professor
Anastasios Kaburakis J.D., Ph.D., Indiana University Assistant Professor
Brad D. Carlson Ph.D., Oklahoma State University Associate Professor
Jerome A. Katz Ph.D., University of Michigan Professor and Coleman Chair in Entrepreneurship
Gail Gilbert MBA, University of Texas Assistant Professor
Donald E. Hardaway Ph.D., University of Houston Associate Professor Ik-Whan Kwon Ph.D., University of Georgia Ph.D., Saint Louis University Professor and Director, Center for Supply Chain Management Fred Niederman Ph.D., University of Minnesota Shaughnessy Professor of Management Information Systems