Undergraduate Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
The Rinker School of Business
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Brian K. Strow, Ph.D., Dean
Faculty
Professors
- Ariel Viale, Ph.D.
- Claire Nash, Ph.D.
- Claudia W. Strow, Ph.D.
- David J. Smith, D.B.A., Chair, Management, Marketing and International Business
- Henry Webb, M.B.A., J.D.
- John Hayes, Ph.D., Titus Chair for Franchise Leadership
- Madison Ngafeeson, Ph.D., Chair, Data Analytics
Associate Professors
- Alexandra Cook, D.B.A.
- Christos Kelepouris, D.B.A.,
- Ciprian Stan, Ph.D.
- Cora Barnhart, Ph.D., Chair, Accounting, Finance and Economics
- Huaquing Wang, Ph.D.
- Jeffrey Kennedy, D.B.A.
- Lane Cohee, D.B.A, Associate Dean, Chair M.B.A.
- Scott Pearson, Ph.D.
Assistant Professors
- Barbara VanderWerf, M.B.A.
- Chen Li, Ph.D.
- Emmanuel Mwaungulu, D.B.A., C.P.A.
- Greg Tindall, Ph.D.
- Marcus Valenzuela, Ph.D.
- Michael Tillett, M.Acc., 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.
Vision
To be the preferred School for those seeking a Christ-centered business education.
Mission
To deliver quality, Christian-based undergraduate, graduate and professional programs that emphasize teaching excellence informed by relevant faculty research and application within their disciplines. Our goal is to shape business leaders with the intellectual, spiritual, and character foundation required to prosper in a global business environment.
Core Values
- We believe that God has specific purposes for businesses and for those who work in business.
- We incorporate a Christ-centered worldview into each of our business programs
- We develop professionals committed to the highest ethical standards
- We convey the importance of combining ethics and free enterprise
- We prepare leaders to be compassionate toward their community, excellent in their chosen fields and confident in their abilities
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 economics are also available. Students are strongly encouraged to take a modern 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.
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.
Upon approval of the advisor, the director of graduate programs, and the dean, senior students are permitted to enroll in one or two graduate courses within the Rinker School of Business. These courses would count as electives in the undergraduate degree and will also be applied to the appropriate graduate degree (MBA or MAcc). Six credit hours of graduate coursework is the maximum permitted.
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