Program Overview
The Business and Law Accelerated Program is a six-year program that allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Juris Doctor degree. The program provides a strong foundation in both business and legal principles, preparing students for careers in law, business, or related fields. Students complete 12 hours of upper-level business electives and 31 hours of required law courses, and are assessed through coursework, exams, and a research paper and capstone project.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Business and Law Accelerated Program is a collaborative program between the Collins College of Business and the College of Law that allows students to complete both their undergraduate and Juris Doctor (J.D.) degrees in six years. The program is designed to prepare students for a career in law by providing them with a strong foundation in both business and legal principles. Upon completion of the program, students will earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) degree with a major in Business and Law. Students who complete the program will be well-prepared for a career in law, business, or a related field.
Outline:
The Business and Law Accelerated Program consists of 12 hours of upper-level business electives and 31 hours of required law courses. The law courses include:
- LAW 5013 Civil Procedure I
- LAW 5023 Civil Procedure II
- LAW 5034 Contracts
- LAW 5064 Criminal Law and Administration
- LAW 5101 Dean’s Seminar on the Legal Profession
- LAW 5114 Property
- LAW 5154 Torts
- LAW 5703 Constitutional Law I
- LAW 6253 Legal Writing I
- LAW 6262 Legal Writing II
Assessment:
Students in the Business and Law Accelerated Program will be assessed on their coursework, exams, and participation in class. Students will also be required to complete a research paper and a capstone project.
Teaching:
The Business and Law Accelerated Program is taught by a team of experienced faculty from both the Collins College of Business and the College of Law. The faculty are committed to providing students with a rigorous and supportive learning environment.
Careers:
Graduates of the Business and Law Accelerated Program will be well-prepared for a career in law, business, or a related field. Graduates may pursue careers in a variety of settings, including law firms, corporations, and government agencies.