Program Overview

Florida Atlantic University College of Business

The College of Business at Florida Atlantic University offers a wide range of programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Business Programs

Overview

The College of Business provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive education in business, preparing them for successful careers.

Majors

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Finance
• Health Administration
• Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Information Technology and Operations Management
• Management
• Marketing

Minors and Certificates

The college offers various minors and certificates to complement undergraduate majors.

Masters and Ph.D. Programs

Overview

The College of Business offers several master's and Ph.D. programs, including:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Accounting
• Master of Health Administration
• Master's in Business Analytics
• Master's in Data Science and Analytics
• Master of Science in Economics
• Master of Science in Finance
• Master's in IT Management
• Master of Science in International Business
• Master's in Supply Chain Management
• Master of Taxation
• Ph.D. Programs

Executive Education

Overview

The Executive Education program provides professional development opportunities for executives and working professionals.

Executive Degrees

• Executive MBA
• Executive Master of Accounting
• Executive Master of Health Administration
• Executive Master of Taxation
• Executive PhD

Faculty and Research

Overview

The College of Business faculty are renowned for their research and teaching excellence.

Research Areas

• AI Initiative
• Banking Initiative
• Business and Economics Polling Initiative
• Equity Crowdfunding Tracker
• Logistics Managers' Index
• Monthly Inflation Report
• The South Florida Economic Outlook Report

Centers and Trading Room

Overview

The college is home to several centers and a trading room, providing students with hands-on experience and research opportunities.

Centers

• Adams Center for Entrepreneurship
• Behavioral Insights Lab
• Center for Economic Education
• Center for Forensic Accounting
• Center for Services Marketing and Management
• Madden Center for Value Creation
• Phil Smith Center for Free Enterprise

Our College

Overview

The College of Business is committed to providing a high-quality education and fostering a community of scholars.

Accreditation and Rankings

The college is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and has received numerous rankings and recognitions for its programs.

Departments

Overview

The College of Business consists of several departments, each offering a range of programs and specializations.

Departments

• School of Accounting
• Business Communications
• Economics
• Finance
• Information Technology and Operations Management
• Management Programs
• Marketing

Newsroom

Overview

The Newsroom provides the latest news and updates from the College of Business.

Press Releases

The college issues press releases on various topics, including new programs, research initiatives, and faculty achievements.

FAQs

Business Communications

• Why do all undergraduate students in the College of Business have to take a business communications course? Studies show that an increasing number of employers and recruiters rank strong communication skills at the top when making hiring decisions.
• Can students obtain an override to register for a section that is closed? No, class size is limited to 25 to provide students with individual attention and constructive feedback.
• Are Business Communication courses offered online? Yes, courses are offered both face-to-face and online.
• Are student presentations videotaped? Yes, to help students identify and critique their strengths and weaknesses.
• Do classes require reference papers? Yes, to help students develop their research and writing skills.
• Are there any resources to help with writing skills? Yes, the FAU University Center for Excellence in Writing provides consultations for students.
• Are there any resources to help with presentation skills? Yes, business communications instructors are available to work with students one-on-one, and students can also join the Toastmasters Club at FAU.

Graduate Business Communication

• If a student is already in the workforce pursuing an MBA, do they still need to take a graduate business communications course? Yes, the course helps prepare students for assignments in other graduate courses and provides strategies for effective communication.
• If you earned your BBA/BS at FAU and took GEB 3213, do you still need to take the graduate course? Yes, the graduate course provides greater in-depth analytical and persuasive strategies for students with more extensive business and management experience.
• Why do most students earn an "I" at the end of the semester in which they take GEB 6215? This course requires students to satisfactorily complete the coursework during the semester they attend the class and demonstrate that they have mastered the material taught in GEB 6215 by submitting designated papers and presentations assigned in concurrent or subsequent courses.
• Do students get help in completing the GEB 6215 requirements even after the class sessions are over? Yes, GEB 6215 instructors work closely with students in preparing for the assignments and in revising them.

Department of Business Communications

Overview

The Department of Business Communications offers a range of programs and courses to help students develop their communication skills.

Faculty and Staff

The department has a team of experienced faculty and staff who are dedicated to teaching and research.

Accreditation and Rankings

The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and has received numerous rankings and recognitions for its programs, including:

• Best Online Veteran MBA Program
• Best Online Graduate Program for Veterans in Business
• Best Online MBA Program in Business
• Executive Education Professional Development Programs ranked No. 1 in Florida and No. 4 in the U.S.
• Best MBA in Sport Management ranked Top-10 in the world according to SportBusiness
• AACSB Accreditation
• Best Business Programs
• Best National Universities
• R1 Distinction as a top-tier research university
• Best Graduate Schools in Business
• Top-50 in Undergrad Entrepreneurship
• Top-50 in Graduate Entrepreneurship
• Best International Business ranked No. 23 undergrad by U.S. News & World Report
• Best Online Bachelor's in Business
• ACTA Oases of Excellence for the Phil Smith, Adams, and Madden Centers
• Best Part-Time MBA Program
• Best Online Veteran MBA Program
• Best Online Graduate Program for Veterans in Business
• Best Online MBA Program in Business
• Executive Education Professional Development Programs ranked No. 1 in Florida and No. 4 in the U.S.
• Best MBA in Sport Management ranked Top-10 in the world according to SportBusiness
• AACSB Accreditation