Bachelor of Arts in Management
Department
Department of Management and Business Administration
College
College of Business
Overview of the program
The overall educational objective of the management undergraduate degree program is to provide students with a conceptual foundation in management and a skills base necessary to build successful careers in industry or to succeed in graduate school. Other program objectives include:
- Students will acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of human resource management, entrepreneurship and small business management, international management, and organizational management.
- Students will develop an appreciation for contemporary challenges facing managers such as diversity in the workplace, the global economy, technological change, and ethics in managerial decision-making.
- Students will develop essential managerial skills such as interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and problem-solving skills.
- Students will be able to apply technology for the purposes of organizational management and problem-solving.
Total semester hours required: 120
Concentrations
A concentration is the specialization in one area of the degree program. The concentrations offered in the management degree program include:
- General Management
- Human Resource Management
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
- International Management
Strengths of the program
Students are challenged with a relevant, current management curriculum, taught by
academically qualified faculty with real world experiences.
- Department achievements and contributions
- The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has been recognized as a TOP TEN chapter (of 430 chapters across the nation) three times, and has received a Superior Merit Award eight times since its charter in 2001.
- Under the direction of Ms. Andree Taylor, over 100 students have been placed in internships since the program was implemented in 2001.
- Research/consulting/partnering opportunities
- Dr. David Wyld, a leading researcher in RFID technology, authored a whitepaper titled "RFID in Government” for The IBM Endowment for the Business of Government.
- Faculty are involved in corporate training, professional presentations to local and international groups, and promoting the economic development in southeast Louisiana.
- Ms. Anna Bass presents seminars in executive etiquette to business institutions, civic groups, MBA students, and student leadership organizations. These sessions include suggestions for establishing a professional demeanor in a variety of business situations.
Careers in the program
A major in management prepares students for work in the following type organizations:
- Manufacturing Firms
- Small and Mid-Size Businesses
- Health Care Services
- Service Firms
- Financial Institutions and Banks
- Hospitality Organizations
- Government Agencies
- Retailing and Distribution
- Wholesalers
- Non-Profit Institutions
- Sales Firms
Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)
Business Administration/Management,$30,000 - $41,600
Hospitality Services Management,$23,001 - $33,001
Human Resources,$30,000 - $42,000
Logistics/Materials Management,$35,000 - $43,300
Management Information Systems,$35,000 - $47,500
Marketing/Marketing Management,$30,000 - $38,000
Campus organizations and activities affiliated with the program
The Management Department has two student organizations: The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO).
- The Society for Human Resource Management
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the leading voice of the human resource profession. The Southeastern Louisiana University SHRM chapter helps acquaint students with the field of human resource management and/or labor relations by providing learning opportunities through interaction with human resource practitioners and taking tours of local businesses. For more information pertaining to Southeastern's chapter of SHRM please contact Dr. Carl Phillips ( cphillips@selu.edu, Garrett 42, 985-549-3081).
Related fields that might interest you
- Bank Manager
- Benefits Manager
- Branch Manager
- Consultant Credit and Collections Manager
- Government Services Administrator
- Human Resource Manager
- Insurance Agent
- Industrial Relations Manager
- Compensation Manager
- Job Analyst
- Management Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Personnel Manager
- Personnel Recruiter
- Public Utilities Manager
- Recreation Manager
- Retail sales Manager
- Restaurant Manager
- Occupational Analyst
- Service Organization Manager
- Traffic Manager
- Training Manager
- Health Care Administrator
- Entrepreneur
Some of these occupations may require additional schooling at Graduate or Professional schools. For information on training and qualifications needed for the specific occupations you are considering, consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook or other career guidance resources. Also, take advantage of career planning services offered by the university.
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
Helpful qualities for management majors include:
- Having an analytical mind that can quicklyassess large amounts of information
- Being a problem solver by demonstrating logical thinking and good decision-making skills
- Conveying a positive personalimage through self-confidence, motivation, and determination
- Working effectively with others and assuming leadership roles when appropriate
- Communicating clearly and concisely in oral presentations and written documents
- Understanding computer applications and technology
Contact Information
Department of Management and Business Administration
College of Business
SLU 10813
Hammond, LA 70402
Telephone: 985-549-2051
Fax: 985-549-2019
E-mail: management@selu.edu
