How/when do I meet with an academic advisor in the college of business?
Students should begin meeting with business school advisors as soon as they know they are pursuing a major
in business (even if their major is listed as undeclared or another major in the computer). This includes
pre-business students. There are two professional academic advisors, Jeanne Coe and Heather Bottorff, available
for business students from 8:00-5:00, Monday-Friday. An appointment is required to meet with Jeanne or Heather
and can be made by calling (541) 346-3303. Phone appointments are available. Please plan ahead for your appointment.
Typically, there is a week wait during non-registration periods and a 2-3 week wait during registration periods.
It is highly recommended that students plan to come in between weeks 2 and 6 of the term for the quickest service.
Trained Peer Advisors are also available and will see students on a drop-in basis. Their hours are 10:00-4:00,
Monday-Thursday during regular terms (no summer hours). Peer advisors are juniors and seniors majoring in the
business school who have undergone extensive training on business school requirements and can answer common
questions. They are especially useful during registration periods when a student needs a question answered
quickly or help resolving a registration issue. Students are encouraged to meet with a Peer Advisor prior to
scheduling an appointment with one of the professional advisors. Students must see one of the professional
advisors for special exceptions.
How do I declare pre-business as my major?
There is a form available in 145 Lillis for students wishing to declare pre-business as their major.
How many P/N courses can I take and do they look bad?
Each student needs 168 graded credits in order to graduate. The minimum number of total credits required to
graduate is 180. If a student finishes their coursework with exactly 180 credits, they will have room to take
12 credits P/N. If they go over 180, there may be room to take additional P/N credits if necessary. Keep in
mind that your major/minor will most likely require certain classes to be taken graded. P* courses (courses
that are mandatory P/N) count as graded credit. Students often ask if P/N looks bad. Of course, it always looks
better to have a grade rather than a P on your transcript, especially if you’re getting an A or B in the class.
However, business students need to maintain a specific GPA to be admitted into the business school. It can be a
wise decision to take courses such as math P/N in order to maintain your GPA if you know you are going to get a
C in a class. Courses in the pre-business core and DSC 240 should be taken graded. All upper division business
courses must be taken graded.
Can I take math P/N?
Yes. The business school will accept a P in your math courses. However, please be careful to track your
graded credits requirement. You need 168 graded credits to graduate.
What’s the difference between the cumulative GPA and the pba core GPA?
The business school will consider two different GPAs when a student applies for admission. The first is a
student’s cumulative GPA. This GPA includes all coursework that the student took graded even transfer work.
The minimum cumulative GPA for admission is a 2.90. The second is the pre-business administration (pba) core
GPA. This GPA just includes a subset of courses required for admission into the business school: BA 101, EC
201, EC 202, ACTG 211 and ACTG 213. The minimum pba core GPA for admission is a 2.75. Students are required
to meet both GPA requirements for admission into the major.
Does transfer work figure into my GPA?
You may get different answers to this question depending on who you ask. The UO will give transfer students
a new UO GPA that does not include transfer work. However, the business school WILL use transfer work when
figuring the cumulative GPA for business school admission. Students who are declared as pre-business will
have a section on their degree audit in the pre-business area that lists their GPA with transfer work included.
Please note that coursework needs to be university level to be figured into your GPA. Some schools will give
grades for courses that are not university level (i.e. Math 095) but those will not be used in calculating a
student’s cumulative GPA for the business school.
Can I retake a core course if my pba core GPA is too low?
Yes. Students may retake a pre-business core course a maximum of one time if necessary to improve their
pre-business core GPA. For the purposes of calculating the pre-business core GPA, just the second grade
will be used. However, both grades will be figured into the cumulative GPA but students will only receive
credit only once for the class so in essence the grades will average together in the cumulative GPA.
Where can I get tutoring for my business school classes?
The business school offers free tutoring for all business required courses through the Braddock Tutoring
Center in Peterson 203. It is highly advisable to use this tutoring, especially for pre-business coursework.
Math tutoring can also be accessed through the Academic Learning Services Office in 68 PLC. The ALS office
operates a free Math Lab in 72 PLC or students can request an individual or small group tutor for a small
fee. Each tutor has a different teaching style just as each student has a different learning style. It’s
recommended that students try 2-3 different tutors and then choose the one that fits their needs the best.
Why can’t I find DSC 199 on the class schedule?
DSC 199 was a temporary number. The course has been given a permanent number and course content has
changed a bit. You can find it listed now as DSC 240. This course is still a pre-business requirement.
I took DSC 199, but now it appears that DSC 240 is the requirement. Do I have to take DSC 240?
It depends. Students who took DSC 199 at the UO prior to the change do not need to take the new DSC 240 class.
Students who had transfer work evaluated as the equivalent of DSC 199 prior to Fall 2007 do not need to take DSC 240.
Students who haven’t had their transfer work evaluated and approved prior to the start of fall term will need the
equivalent of DSC 240 in order to waive the class or they can enroll in DSC 240 to fulfill the requirement
I’m a double major/minor in Psychology and am required to take PSY 302; will this waive the Math 243 requirement?
Yes. The business school will accept PSY 302 as a substitute for math 243. Students utilizing this option
should mention in the third question of their business school application that they wish to substitute the class.
Can I take upper division business courses without being admitted to the business school?
No. Students need to be admitted to the business school in order to be eligible to take business major courses.
There may be a few scattered exceptions granted to this rule, but they are exceptions and not the rule. The one
common exception to this is for transfer students who meet all requirements for admission with the exception of DSC 240.
Because the DSC class is not offered at most other schools, the business school will be flexible with these transfer
students if they have run out of other coursework to take. If a student feels they have reason to be granted an exception,
they should make an appointment to see one of the professional business academic advisors by calling (541) 346-3303.
**Individuals who would like to take upper division business courses but do not plan on applying for major status
are invited to take courses in the business minor program. More details on the minor program can be found at
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/minor.
How and when do I apply for major status?
Students should apply for major status when they are in their last term of pre-business requirements. Upper division
business courses are only available to students who have been admitted to the business school. Applications are always
due the second Friday of the term. The admission application can be found on-line at
http://lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/application.html.
Please be sure to give adequate time to complete your application as it does require each student to answer 2-3 essay
questions and submit a resume. Students can get assistance with their resumes in the LCB career services office located
in 240 Lillis or by reviewing the information at http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/career/resumes.html. A list of application
deadlines for the year can be found at http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/admission.html.
The application for admission to the business school includes an optional third question. Should I answer it and will it count against me if I do?
Ultimately, this is your decision. Answering this question DOES NOT reflect negatively on a student’s application.
However, failure to answer the third question could minimize your chance for admission. The third question provides us
with additional information about your situation, which we use to determine who is admitted by exception. If there is
any chance you will not meet the minimum requirements for admission, this third question will serve as your petition.
Also, if you have made any special agreements with an advisor, you are taking your final pre-business coursework at
another school or you have any other information you would like the business school to consider, you should include
that information in this third question. Please remember, if you plan to answer the third question, you must do so
at the time of application. You will not be permitted to add to your application or provide a response to the third
question after the application deadline.
Do I need to take the upper division business courses in any particular order?
Yes, we do recommend specific sequences for completing major coursework. All admitted majors should take BA 352 within
the first two terms of being admitted to the business school. All 300-level core courses should be completed before
registering for BA 453 which should be taken in a student’s final 2 terms. Business Administration majors should plan
to take the 300-level core courses before moving onto their business electives. Accounting students will mix their
accounting courses with their 300-level core courses. It is important to recognize that these are general guidelines
and vary based on field of study, how close you are to graduating, etc. Because of this, it’s best to meet with an
advisor to develop an individual plan.
What is global context and am I required to fulfill it?
All business and accounting majors are required to complete the global context requirement. Global Context consists of
three courses that focus on the culture of a country other than the student’s native country. All three courses should
focus on the same country or region. Courses must be at least three credits each. Foreign language courses must be at
least 200-level or higher. Students who study abroad on an approved program can have this requirement waived. All global
context plans must be approved by a business school advisor.
Why isn’t my degree audit showing my global context courses?
It is impossible to program the degree audit to pick up every possible combination of global context coursework.
Because of this, students need to submit a program proposal for the global context and non-business breadth areas.
Once approved, the business school will send the approved plan to the registrar’s office and the information will be
input into the degree audit.
What is non-business breadth and do I have to use a minor to fulfill it?
Business and Accounting majors are required to have a theme study of at least 24 credits in a topic outside of business/accounting.
Any declared minor will automatically meet this requirement. However, a minor is not required. Students can choose to craft their
own theme study for approval by the business school. For example, students may choose to take 24 credits of language or they may
decide to choose “sustainability” as their theme and group together courses like ecology, environmental studies and land use
management. There are many topics a student can study for this area. Students are encouraged to consider their career goals
and match their chosen topic to an area that would benefit their career. Every student should have their plan approved by an
advisor by filling out and submitting a global context/non-business breadth plan proposal.
Why does my degree audit show that I’m using Econ for my non-business breadth when I’m planning to use something else?
One of the default settings for the degree audit in the non-business breadth area is economics. However, many students choose
to study another area. A student can get their degree audit updated by turning in a global context/ non-business breadth plan
proposal for approval. Once approved, the business school will send the document to the registrar’s office and the information
will be input into the degree audit. This form is available on-line at
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/forms.html
or in the undergraduate advising office in 145 Lillis. Completed forms can be turned into 145 Lillis for approval.
What is a concentration and are they required?
Business administration majors can choose to complete a concentration with their major. Concentrations are not
required and do not appear on a students transcript. However, concentrations can be listed on a student’s resume
to aid in their job search. Concentrations are intended to be guidelines set up by each department to assist a
student in acquiring the appropriate knowledge base to enter the job market in a particular field. For a list of
concentrations and their requirements, please see
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/concentrations.html.
Can I study international business?
The Lundquist College of Business offers excellent avenues for preparing for a career in International Business.
In addition to pursuing the Global Management Certificate, students are encouraged to focus in a foundational area
of business (such as finance or marketing) along with the study of another language and culture. Upper division
business courses that focus on international aspects of finance, management and marketing are great choices for
students interested in an international business career. Courses that address other cultures such as political
science, religious studies, history and international studies can provide a solid complement to a student’s
business studies for a student with an interest in international business. Students are encouraged to
incorporate both overseas study and/or overseas internships into their preparation for a career in International
Business. The UO is known nationally for its extensive overseas offerings.
What is the Global Management Certificate and how can I earn it?
The Global Management Certificate is available to business administration and accounting students only.
This certificate provides an opportunity for students to improve their cultural and language skills along
with their international business skills if they are planning on working abroad or for an international company.
Students will receive a professional looking UO certificate along with their diploma upon completion of their
studies. Each student wishing to complete the certificate must submit a proposal outlining what coursework
they’d like to use to meet the requirements. There are three main components to the Global Management Certificate:
the international business core, two years of a foreign language and an area study on a country/region that speaks
that language. For more information on the certificate or to download the proposal form go to
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/Global_Management_2007.pdf.
What’s the best time to study abroad and can I study business?
The “best” time to study abroad will be determined by the type of program a student wants to participate
in and what level classes that student plans on taking while abroad. It is possible to study abroad in the
sophomore, junior or senior year. Students wishing to go abroad should begin researching programs as early as
possible and meet with their academic advisor to make a four-year plan including the study abroad. Information
about all UO study abroad programs and their requirements can be found at
http://studyabroad.uoregon.edu/ or
by visiting 330 Oregon Hall.
Many business students choose to go abroad and study language and culture. This can be done at any point,
but is frequently done early (sophomore year) in a student’s program. It is also possible to study business
abroad. There are business programs all over the world including, Italy, France, Germany, Mexico, Australia,
China, Japan, Argentina and Denmark. Most business programs offer upper division business courses that are
usually taken in a student’s junior or senior year. Any student wishing to take business courses abroad should
discuss their options/timing with their business advisor. The business school highly recommends studying and
interning overseas. Most students who study abroad say it’s the best experience they had in their undergraduate
career.
If I am an Econ minor/double major do I need to take both Econ 311 AND Fin 311?
The university considers FIN 311 and EC 311 to be the same class, and therefore students cannot earn credit
twice for taking both courses. If a student takes EC 311, the credit for that course will count toward their
FIN 311 for the business major or if a student takes FIN 311, the EC department will use the credit from that
class toward the EC 311 requirement in that department.
I’m double majoring in Econ and am required to take two terms of econometrics, will this waive the DSC 330 requirement?
Yes. Students who are double majoring in Econ and Business/Accounting will be waived from DSC 330 as soon as they’ve
completed EC 420 and EC 421. This substitution will appear automatically on the degree audit when the two classes are
complete.
If I’m minoring in CIT (computer information technology), do I need to take DSC 340?
No. Business and Accounting majors with a CIT minor will be waived from DSC 340. Students will automatically
see this substitution appear on their degree audit when they have successfully completed CIT 382.
Why isn’t the BA 361 or 365 class I took showing up on my degree audit? Can it count toward my major requirements?
This is normal. These classes do not automatically appear on a student’s degree audit because each student
needs to meet certain guidelines in order to use them to meet major requirements. First, students need to
understand that a course with a BA prefix does not count as one of their three required departments. Second,
only one BA class or experiential credit course may be used toward a business major’s seven required upper
division business electives. As long as a student falls within these parameters, their BA 361 or 365 class
can count toward their major requirements and can be manually added to their degree audit. See an advisor
in 145 Lillis for assistance.
I studied overseas, and now the computer blocks me from registering for some upper division business courses – what can I do to fix this?
When the Duckweb computer system is checking for pre-requisites, it often doesn’t recognize coursework that is
taken overseas. Thus, if you have taken pre-requisite work overseas, you will need to be pre-approved for courses
that require that pre-requisite course. Simply come to 145 Lillis the week prior to registration and the front desk
will assist you. It is important to do this early so we can have you cleared and ready to register at your regular
time. You will need to do this for each term you are enrolling in a course that requires the overseas study course
as a pre-requisite (For example, if you took MKTG 311 overseas, all other upper division MKTG courses will need to
be pre-approved).
Can I get credit for my internship?
The LCB no longer offers internship credit to replace a course except in rare circumstances. However, any
student can receive one credit for an internship they are participating in. Many students are required by
the company offering the internship to be enrolled for at least one credit in order to participate. Keep
in mind that students must pay for the credit they are enrolled in and they must be enrolled at the time
of the internship. This one credit option is easily arranged. Please stop by 145 Lillis for more details
on how to enroll.
What is the 90 non-business credits requirement for majors and how can I track it?
All BADM and ACTG majors must complete at least 90 credits outside of the Lundquist College of Business.
This is a requirement of our accrediting board. The requirement is intended to avoid graduating students
with a narrowly defined education. The goal is to produce graduates that are highly educated in the liberal
arts as well as business foundations. This requirement is tracked on the degree audit of all admitted
business and accounting majors.
What is a grad analysis and when should I do one?
Each student should take the time to have an advisor review their progress toward completion of their
requirements at least a term or two before they expect to finish. The official grad analysis is a
service offered by the peer advisors who will check and double check your business requirements and
send an official analysis to the student through the mail. A copy of the grad analysis will also go
into the students file and will be honored by the business school. The business school can only
officially check a student’s business requirements. For official checks of a student’s minor or
general education requirements, a student must go to their minor department and the registrar’s
office. The online Degree Audit Report reflects a student’s progress toward University graduation
requirements.
How/when do I apply for degree completion?
Students who are nearing graduation should apply for their undergraduate degree through duckweb.
It’s best to apply for your degree at least a term before finishing the last of your requirements.
This application starts the official process for having a students requirements checked by their
major/minor departments and the registrar’s office. The LCB also uses the list of students who’ve
applied for their degrees as their list for the spring commencement program. If you want to be
listed in this program, you must apply for your degree by the end of March. The LCB will also
list summer and fall graduates in the program as long as they’ve met the March deadline. Please
be sure to indicate the term you are actually finishing your requirements on your degree
application not the term you want to participate in a commencement ceremony. For questions
about the LCB commencement ceremony please see
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/commencement/.
Why is the computer telling me I can’t register for BA 215, 315, 316, 317 and/or 318?
Ninety percent of the time, when students are experiencing difficulty registering for these
courses it is because their declared major is business related. These classes are business
minor courses. They will not count toward the requirements of a business major. Therefore,
if a student is listed in the computer system as a pre-business, business administration or
accounting major, they will be blocked from registering for these courses. If you would like
to drop one of those majors and add the minor instead, please stop into 145 Lillis and we can
assist you with your major change and with registration for these courses. If this doesn’t fit
your situation, please stop by 145 Lillis for assistance with your registration.
How/when should I declare a business minor?
In order to declare the business minor, students need at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and a
declared major. Students should declare their minor as soon as they’ve met these requirements
and made the decision to pursue the business minor. Declaring a minor locks a student
into the requirements that are in place for that minor at the time they declare it as
long as the student finishes the minor in a reasonable amount of time. Students can
declare their business minor on the LCB website at the following link:
http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/undergrad/minor/application.html
Can any business minor classes be taken P/N?
Yes. The lower division minor classes, BA 101 and BA 215, can be taken P/N.
However, the upper division courses, BA 315, 316, 317 and 318 must be taken graded.
Where can I find instructor evaluations?
Students who are looking for evaluations of instructors outside of the business school can
refer to http://courseevals.uoregon.edu/ . This website is run by the UO and will give you
the average student response to four standard questions for each instructor.
Instructor evaluations for all business instructors are available in 145 Lillis for students
to view anytime the office is open. The business school uses a different more comprehensive
evaluation and students can see a detailed compilation of the student responses to 37 different
questions for a specific course/instructor.
What sorts of computer resources are available to students in the business school?
The Miles and Eleanor Mckay Technology Center can be used by business majors, business minors, pre-business majors
or any student taking a business class in the given term. The Miles and Eleanor Mckay Technology Center is located in Chiles 326. Students
will need to activate a password each term they wish to use the lab. This should only take five minutes
at the account activation computer near the front desk of the lab. Each eligible student is allotted $10
for printing. This amount does not roll over from term to term if it is not used. If students would
like to put more money onto their printing account, they can do so with their campus cash card at the
tech lab front desk. For more information about the Miles and Eleanor Mckay Technology Center and their hours of operation, please see their
website: http://www.lcb.uoregon.edu/btc/.
What type of computer should I buy?
The business school would recommend the following minimum specs for your computer purchase:
Dual core
2.0 GB ram
80 GB hard drive
Thumb drive for work in the technology lab
Mac or PC would both be fine depending on the student’s preference. However, please note
that Microsoft Office software will be used in several business school classes.
