The Rinker School of Business

Leslie Turner, D.B.A., Interim Dean

Faculty

Professors

Joe J. Eassa Jr., D.B.A
Ed Langlois, D.B.A., Chair, Graduate Program
David J. Smith, D.B.A.
Moosa Valinezhad, Ph.D.

Associate Professors

Cora Barnhart, Ph.D., Chair, Undergraduate Program
Mike Chen, Ph.D.
Ann Langlois, D.B.A.

Assistant Professors

Jeffrey Kennedy, D.B.A.
Velma Lee, Ph.D.
James Spell, M.B.A., M.Div.
Michael Tillett, M.Acc., C.P.A.

Instructors

Daniel Alvarado, M.B.A.
Gentry Benjamin, J.D.
Carlos del Portal, M.B.A., CPA
David Dreyer, J.D.
Joseph Lee, J.D.
Laura Mall, J.D.
Cliff McDonnell, M.B.A.
Michael Ryan, M.S., Econ.
Glenn Schanel, M.B.A., C.P.A.

The Rinker School of Business (RSB) upholds the mission of Palm Beach Atlantic University by preparing its graduates for entry into the business world. To achieve this objective, the professors stress Christian worldview ethics in the making of sound business decisions, in the use of one’s talents, and in business communications. Rinker School graduates must (1) understand the significant economic realities of our society; (2) demonstrate competence in business and major concentrations; and (3) develop an understanding of a Christian worldview in order to address the increasing complexities of the business world.

Rinker School of Business Vision Statement

The Rinker School of Business will be the preferred choice of those seeking a Christ-centered business education. We will be recognized for our focus on Christian theism based ethics, teaching excellence, research, and consulting.

Rinker School of Business Mission Statement

Through a Christ-centered educational experience, we prepare students to be ethical business leaders that will operate effectively in a global business and social environment. Graduates of the Rinker School of Business will be committed, compassionate, competent, and confident business professionals.

Rinker School of Business Core Values

Christ-centered. Everything that we do has Christ at the center. We integrate a Christian theistic worldview into business courses.
Business ethics. Our courses include Christian theism so as to develop business professionals with the highest ethical standards.
Focus on free enterprise. Our programs highlight the critical role of morality in the free enterprise system.
Development of student maturity. Our programs develop students who are:
1. Committed. Through our faculty’s counsel, our students commit to invest the time and effort required to be ethical business leaders.
2. Compassionate. Through our community involvement, students demonstrate compassion for those in the business and social community.
3. Competent. Through our innovative curriculum, students display competence of leading issues in their chosen fields.
4. Confident. Through our faculty’s collegiality and scholarly commitment, students develop confidence in their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Research and consulting. Students and faculty serve the community by engaging in research and consulting projects.

The Rinker School of Business is committed to the highest standards of academic quality. To help maintain these quality standards, the RSB conducts assessments at the end of each semester. During this process, students taking business courses complete course evaluations, surveys, and other instruments that assist the RSB in evaluating our business programs. All students taking business courses are required to complete assessment activities each semester. The results of the assessment activities contribute greatly to continued quality improvement within the Rinker School of Business.

Rinker School of Business: Programs of Study

The Rinker School of Business provides educational opportunities that enhance the abilities and performance of the students. In particular, decision-making and communication are stressed. The School offers a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in accounting, finance, international business, management, and marketing. Minors in business administration and military science are also available. Students are strongly encouraged to take a foreign language.

Students in the Rinker School of Business will be provided the opportunity to earn a double major, if desired. They will be allowed to count their: General Education courses, Business Core courses, and electives for both majors. However, Major course requirements (minimum 32 credits) will not be double counted. If course overlap exists between majors, acceptable substitutions will need to be made, as determined by the Program Chair or Dean.

Students in the Rinker School of Business will be permitted to minor in Military Science (ROTC). They must meet the requirements set forth by the University and be designated as ROTC Cadets.

Degree Requirements

Prospective business majors or minors must complete MAT 1853 - College Algebra or higher with a grade of “C” or better, and are highly encouraged to take this course during their freshman year. All students majoring in the Rinker School of Business are required to complete the General Education Requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree.

BUI 3633 - Global Business fulfills the 3 credit hour Global Studies Requirement.
BUS 2343 - Principles of Macroeconomics and BUS 2353 - Principles of Microeconomics fulfill the 3 credit hour Social Science Requirement.

All business majors and minors must receive a grade of “C-” or better for successful completion of business courses. Coursework in which a student does not receive a “C-” or better can only be taken twice. Courses which students take in the RSB core or tracks cannot be taken for credit at another institution if a grade of “C-” or less was received in coursework at Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Degree requirements in the Rinker School of Business, regardless of the major, are broken down into four sections: General Education Requirements (43 credits, all majors), Business Core Requirements (45 credits, all majors), Major Requirements, including any track options (24-30 credits, depending on major), Use General Electives to complete a total of 120 credit hours.

International Business majors are required to take a mandatory international business trip. This trip cost is in addition to tuition and will need to be planned for accordingly. Trips occur in either the junior or senior year.

Internship in Business (BUS 4713 ) is required for all business majors. An internship requires at least 30 hours of site work for each credit hour. Students have the option to take a 2nd internship if they desire.

Enactus (BUS 3433 , BUS 3443 ) courses are offered to students as an upper level elective. These courses allow students the opportunity to participate in community projects and compete regionally and nationally against other Enactus teams. Students are encouraged to take the courses for two consecutive semesters.

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