Introductions Nancy Wilkinson, Bloch School Director of Student Services Leigh Garrett, Academic Advisor Krystal Schwenker, Academic Advisor
Henry W. Bloch School of Management Business school established in 1953 Endowed by Henry Bloch in 1986 1749 students in seven degree programs 1276 undergraduate 473 graduate
Goals for Advising Session Provide information about degree programs within the Bloch School Help you understand how prior credit will apply to degree program and how future classes satisfy requirements Assist you in registering for fall 2018 classes More than just helping develop schedule Connection to campus resources Help understanding rules and regulations Provide study expectations
Academic Programs Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Enterprise Management Entrepreneurship Finance Management Marketing Real Estate Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSA) Graduate Programs Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Science in Finance (MSF) Master of Science in Entrepreneurial Real Estate (MSERE) Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Bloch Student Services Office Bloch Heritage Hall Room 115 Academic Advising Appointments: 9:00am-12:00pm; 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday Walk-In Academic Advising: 9:00am-11:00am-1:00pm-4:00pm Wednesday Evening Advising: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Academic Advising Appointment
General Education Requirements
Electives The number of hours of elective a student will need will vary depending on transfer credit and choices made in fulfilling general education requirements
Basic Skills *MIS 202 only required for BBA students
Multiple Measures for Placement in Math Precalculus Algebra Math 109 Fundamentals Math 116 Math for Liberal Arts ACT MATH SCORE 22 18 Less than 18 SAT MATH SCORE 550 490 Less than 490 ALEKS MATH PLACEMENT SCORE 51% 35% Less than 35% HOW IT APPLIES Fulfills Basic Skills Math 110 requirement and FOCUS B course 2 credit hours non-degree applicable (Does not impact GPA) FOCUS B course or it may apply as an elective SPECIAL RULES *Need to pass with a C- or better *Must be enrolled in Math 109 at the same time as Math 110. *Students will still need to take Math 110
Accounting and Business Requirements (BSA)
Business Core (BBA)
Emphasis Area (BBA) Reference degree evaluation or Plan My Degree Audit for specific emphasis class requirements.
Plan My Degree Audit 1- Pathway 2- Registrar’s Office Website Planmydegree.umkc.edu
Major Maps
Track for Graduation 123 hours for BBA & BS Accounting degrees On Track/Off Track review after enrollment to help us guide you through program 15 hours per semester (and one summer class one year) keep you on a path to graduation in 4 years! Precalculus and Brief Calculus in your first year
Test Credit Dual Credit Test Credit (AP or IB) College Board Website Have final, official transcript and exam results sent to Admissions http://www.umkc.edu/registrar/transfer-credit/default.asp College Board Website https://www.collegeboard.org/
UMKC Exams & Assessments ALEKS Math Placement Exam RooWriter Writing Assessment Complete after Discourse II & before 90 credits completed Take ALEKS if you have an ACT Math Score under 22 Or if you would like to try to test out of Math 110
Student Expectations
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Study Expectations Example: Credit Hours Enrolled Study Expectations 3 credit hours 6-9 hours (outside of classroom) 6 credit hours 12-18 hours (outside of classroom) 9 credit hours 28-27 hours (outside of classroom) 12 credit hous 24-36 hours (outside of classroom) 15 credit hours 30-45 hours (outside of classroom) **For every credit hour enrolled in, the expectation is you study 2-3 hours outside of class reading, reviewing notes, doing homework and preparing for class. Example: Working 40 hours + 15 hours in class + 30-45 hours study/prep time= 85-100 hours per week
Bloch School Student Resources
Bloch School $cholarships Apply by January 15, 2019, for awards in the 2019-2020 academic year Check with Financial Aid & Scholarships Office about other opportunities Check bulletin boards and Bloch newsletter for scholarships
Where in the World are you going? Faculty-led short-term study abroad opportunities Visiting business and cultural sites in destination city (or cities) 3 hours of credit per trip Satisfies MGT 370/470 requirement Ideal for students who have not traveled abroad previously
Bloch Career Center Help with career planning/investigation, resume & cover letter creation, job search assistance Connect with Employers You can utilize these services as a freshman student!
Student Resources Bloch School Tutoring Center—ACTG 210, 211, UG Finance classes, MIS 202 Math & Science Tutoring (MaST) Writing Studio
Bloch Student Organizations Bloch School Student Association, student government Beta Alpha Psi, accounting honor fraternity Delta Sigma Pi, business fraternity Alpha Kappa Psi, business fraternity Enactus, multi-disciplinary organization Public Administration Student Association (PASA) Financial Management Association (FMA) Marketing Club Real Estate Club
MGT 100 – Foundations of Business and College Life 3 credit elective class Introduction to various business functional areas (accounting, marketing, finance, etc.) Bloch School and campus resources Success skills—time management, study skills
Convocation & Union Fest—August 19th, 2018 Other Upcoming Events Convocation & Union Fest—August 19th, 2018
Next Steps: Building your fall schedule Back to the Student Union Make sure an Advisor signs your Passport Back to the Student Union Meet with Cashier’s Office and Financial Aid staff to explain charges Destination Graduation Send transcript/exam scores to Office of Admissions; contact your advisor to discuss possible changes to schedule Complete Orientation Survey