Bachelor of Business Administration

Welcome The Adult and Graduate Studies program at Mount Vernon Nazarene University is committed to providing an opportunity for adults to obtain a quality education in a learning environment emphasizing Christian values and ethical standards. Within this context, Adult and Graduate studies serves as a resource for adults striving to enhance their personal and professional lives in a constantly changing world.

MVNU Chaplaincy

Michael Crawford Phone number: (614)

Faculty Advisors Role of Advisor –Academic Resource and Support –Advisors are best contacted by . –Advisors will check-in with group on an occasional basis. Office Hours –All faculty/instructors are available ½ hour before class for consultation.

Program Preview 4 hours of class, 1 night per week Plan at least 15 hours of homework each week. (20+ for online classes only) Homework may be due on the first night of class –Read syllabus for details (available two weeks before class on Blackboard) –May include reading assignments or written work

Program Preview Variety of evaluation methods –Tests –Projects –Papers –Case Studies –Threaded Discussions –Presentations Grades –Instructors may post grades up till next night of class –Final grades are due within 10 days of final class

Expectations Work is rigorous Group Work vs. Individual Work Plagiarism/Academic Integrity Internet Use Attention to MVNU

Importance of Group Dinner Support Respect for each other.

Introductions Name Occupation Family Hobbies Something Unique Something Common Why are you earning your degree?

Records and Registration

“Who to Contact” MVNU Account Primary source of communication for: Records and Registration Financial Aid Student Accounts Announcements Check your MVNU regularly

MVNU Portal Login with User Name & Password Select “AGS Student Pages” Important Links: –University Links (Webmail; Blackboard; Library) –Campus Information (AGS Student Handbook) –My Academics –My Finances

Graduation Requirements Degree Requirement = 124 Semester Hours Residency Requirement = 45 Semester Hours General Education = 69 Semester Hours –39 Liberal Arts Core (English[6], Math[3], Arts & Humanities[9], Social Sciences[6], Natural Sciences[6], Liberal Arts[9] –30 General Electives Business Courses = 55 Semester Hours –If you transferred Business courses, you may need to take General Education courses or online Business electives to meet residency requirements

Gaining Additional Credits for General Education Requirements Transfer from accredited institutions –Get approval prior to taking any course General Education courses in AGS Correspondence Courses (please get approval prior to taking any course, should be approved by Prior Learning Advisor)

Non-Traditional Credits Total cannot exceed 60 credits CLEP/DANTES Exams – 30 credits maximum Work Related Training – 40 credits maximum First Aid/CPR Military Service- submit a copy of the DD214 Please submit all Prior Learning requests through Site Coordinator.

Academic Performance Students are responsible for reading the section on Academic Performance in the AGS Student Handbook Requirements: Maintain a 2.50 GPA for Business Major Maintain a 2.00 Cumulative GPA Pass each Business Course with a grade of C- or above

Academic Integrity and Student Behavior Students are responsible for reading the information on Academic Integrity and Student Behavior in the AGS Student Handbook

Attendance Policy Read the policy in the AGS Student Handbook Attendance: –Mandatory and part of the grade for each course. –One absence permitted for a 5-week course. –Coordinate absences with instructor. –Will receive an automated after an absence. –Second absence results in an X grade. –Documentation (personal illness, family emergency, work conflict, military duty) for change of X grade to a W must be submitted within 30 days of the absences and cover both absences.

Tardiness Policy Read the policy in the Student Handbook Arriving late to class or leaving early will result in a grade reduction

Adding or Dropping Courses Three weeks notice required for adding a course to ensure space in class and resources are available. Courses must be dropped prior to the first night of class or you will be billed and documentation will be required to change the X grade. Consider the ramifications: Prerequisites Financial Aid Delay of Graduation

Textbooks Delivered to classroom prior to each course. Do not take the textbooks if not taking the course. A $150 drop fee will be charged if you drop a course for which you have received textbooks. The fee will be reimbursed if book editions don’t change when you retake the course.

Sexual Harassment Policy Because MVNU receives federal funds from the Department of Education, we must comply with the Title IX amendment and clearly state our Sexual Harassment Policy. –Sexual Harassment is defined as unwelcomed sexual advances or requests for sexual favors It is immoral, illegal and not tolerated –Please review the policy in the AGS Student Handbook –A complaint form can be found on the MVNU portal –Please review the reporting flow chart in your packet

Financial Aid

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) PIN Number MVNU AGS School Code E00782 FAFSA renewal must be completed each year

Financial Aid Title IV –Pell Grant –Perkins Loan –Federal Direct Student Loan Subsidized Unsubsidized

Stafford Loan Direct Lending –Entrance Interview and Master Promissory Note –School Code for Direct Lending Only G07085 –Disclosure Statement

Other Financial Aid Ohio College Opportunity Grant Employer Tuition Reimbursement Veterans Benefits

Previous Student Loans To review prior loans: FEDAID

Dropping/Adding Courses If you drop or add courses it may affect your financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid Office: –

Financial Aid Communications MVNU only! Please check your MVNU regularly for the following: –Requests for Information –Award Letters –Scholarship Opportunities

Student Accounts

Student Account Invoice This is the ONLY paper copy you will receive. For future invoices you will receive an giving instructions for submitting your invoice. Invoice completion: –Review student information –Review course schedule and amounts –Review expected financial aid –Past due balances will be noted at the bottom of the invoice

Payment Options Self Pay – payment is due by the first night of each course. Financial Aid – make arrangements for any balance due after aid is posted to your account. Employer Voucher – submit vouchers before each course begins. You are responsible for any unpaid balance. Employer Reimbursement: –Option A = Grade verification required. Payment is due 4 weeks after course ends. –Option B = Employer pays for each course by the course start date.

Credit Balance Held Sheet Do you want any credit balance on your account returned to you? The credit check process takes up to 10 business days. Contact Student Accounts if you wish to change this option.

Communication Through your MVNU ONLY! Check your account regularly for information on: Monthly account statements Invoices Payment reminders

Gahanna Useful Tips

Success Coach Success Coaches meet regularly with students through the first 10 weeks and provide assistance with structure, tools and motivation to persist through challenges and get the most out of their education. Coaches proactively work with students to: define their academic, personal and career goals, and what it will take to achieve them understand and fully utilize the resources of MVNU better manage time and stress to perform at their best

Homework