Department of Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Political Science

Dr. Chris M. Baxter, Chair
111 Business Administration Building
731-881-7226
fax 731-881-7541

Faculty

Darlene A. Adkins, Patrick Baker, Christopher M. Baxter, Shirley Borden, Yu-Ho Chi, Brittany Cole, William L. Davis, Mark Farley, Mary F. Geddie, Richard B. Griffin, Nell S. Gullett, Mahmoud M. Haddad, Laura Hatch, Carrie Humphreys, Malcolm G. Koch, Hio Loi, Paula H. Moore, Patricia Norton, Adnan Rasool, Anderson M. Starling, Glenna L. Sumner, Brian Towell

Mission

The academic programs of the department prepare students for employment or graduate study in accounting, finance, economics, political science, or international studies. With its primary focus on teaching, the department provides outstanding instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Educational programs promote the development of technical skills and an understanding of the social, political and economic forces shaping the global environment. Faculty members perform research and service consistent with the teaching emphasis of the department and the mission of the College of Business and Global Affairs.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion of the Business Administration program, the learners shall be able to demonstrate the following:

ethical decision-making in business
analytical and critical thinking skills
effective oral and written communication skills
basic knowledge of business

Students graduating with a major in International Studies will:

demonstrate the ability to examine an issue from multiple perspectives, to draw connections and patterns among issues and to predict changes as innovation occurs.
be able to explain the interaction among international actors, public and private, and demonstrate problem-solving skills in inter-agency simulations.
attain technical, analytical, research, writing and presentation skills that reflect a broad theoretical and practical background to be competitive in career and internship markets.
gain a growing appreciation and sensitivity to different cultures through active engagement in travel study, service and study abroad programs.

Students graduating with a major in Political Science will:

develop an understanding of political structures and processes, including those relating to elections, policy making, and policy implementation.
develop an understanding of global political dynamics, encompassing an appreciation for the interconnectedness of international political, economic, and social activity.
develop problem solving and analytical skills through an understanding of contemporary methods of political science research and analysis.
develop verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.