MISSION, GOALS & CORE VALUES

The College of Business and Social Sciences offers programs in business and social sciences and consists of five departments.

Business Administration and Economics programs are supported by the following departments:

• Department of Accounting
• Department of Economics, Finance & Marketing
• Department of Management, Management Information Systems

Social science programs are offered by the following departments:

• Department of History & Political Science
• Department of Psychology

Students in the Business Administration and Economics programs may pursue concentrations in Accounting, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, International Business, Marketing, Management and Management Information Systems. Meanwhile, our social science programs offer majors in History, Political Science, Psychology.

Each of these disciplines draws from its respective members and society at large, as well as organizations and industries that continue to refine how we view and interact with the world. Each academic concentration provides a historical foundation of how peers, society and industry work, enabling students to have a deeper understanding of current issues affecting our world.

Mission

The College of Business and Social Sciences offers high quality and transformational student-centered education to meet the higher education and economic development needs of the state and region through innovative teaching and applied research. The College prepares students for success in a dynamic global marketplace through its teaching, research and service activities.

The College is committed to offering innovative programs, providing an outstanding educational experience and establishing strong partnerships with industry and the community. The College encourages you to participate in internships with industry partners and in student clubs, case competitions and various honor societies.

Goals

Our goal is to serve students by providing a variety of requirements, including general education credits, minor concentrations, related cognates toward the final completion of a baccalaureate degree. Specifically, graduates:

• will be able to communicate effectively
• will be able to think critically
• will demonstrate ethical and social responsibility
• will demonstrate technology proficiencies
• will demonstrate proficiency in their chosen disciplines

Core Values

• Excellence in teaching
• Continuous improvement in curriculum
• An orientation toward analytical and creative thinking
• Ethical academic and business behavior
• Commitment to professional placement of graduates
• Active participation in the broader academic community through scholarly endeavors

The College’s unique combination of Business and Social Science disciplines sets us apart and enables us to enhance students’ marketability and career opportunities by developing a broader set of capabilities, competencies and skills required to succeed in today’s world. Students can study business and social science disciplines and also pursue flexible combinations to enrich their educational experience.

The College of Business and Social Sciences also serves students in the Department of Education through courses that prepare them for their teaching fields. We offer minor areas of study to students who major in other academic fields. Our Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees prepare students for employment in business, non-profit entities, government, social service agencies, and prepares them to pursue graduate studies.

Possessing the highest degrees in their respective disciplines, our faculty aim to provide students with a course of study that extends beyond textbook concepts to incorporate the appropriate application and discussion of important concepts and theories covered in our courses. In addition to accreditation by our regional accrediting body, the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and the Bachelor of Arts in Economics programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

The College of Business and Social Sciences believes in a firm foundation of mutual collaboration and cooperation. Only through the proper exchange of ideas and open communication can we foster an environment of growth and progress in our respective fields of study. For this reason, we have developed collaborative opportunities which include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating field placements in Industrial and Organizational psychology to include Management and Marketing students
• Fostering the minors of Business Administration and of Economics among the other departments in the College
• Fostering a connection between Political Science, Psychology, Sociology/ Philosophy, History, Economics and Business Administration
• Examining curricular design with modifications in cognates and general education requirements

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The Department of Economics, Finance and Marketing offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with concentrations in Business Economics, Agricultural Economics/Agri-Business, and Social Science.

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Bachelor of Arts in History (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The History program prepares students for careers in fields such as information management, museum curation, and government roles, as well as further academic pursuits.

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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The Political Science program emphasizes highly qualified faculty, proximity to the State Capital, and a student-centered approach to education, empowering graduates to contribute meaningfully to their communities and society at large.

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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)

College of Business and Social Sciences

Psychology students are presented the necessary information, skills, and experience to prepare them for graduate school, careers, or both. Students will gain a comprehensive view of psychology as a legitimate area of science, while likewise emphasizing the practical importance of the subject matter in their daily lives. Sociology students delve into the scientific study of social life, exploring a wide range of topics from family dynamics to cultural beliefs. With its broad scope and relevance, the Sociology program prepares students for applied research, and theory in diverse fields.

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Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)

College of Business and Social Sciences

The department of Economics, Finance and Marketing offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with concentrations in Business Economics, Agricultural Economics/Agri-Business, and Social Science.

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Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS) - Accounting

College of Business and Social Sciences

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting are provided a structure and environment in which they develop skills, acquire knowledge, expand their ability to understand complex business situations, and achieve a level of overall maturity and sophistication expected of a business professional.

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Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS) - Management, Management Information Systems

College of Business and Social Sciences

Students in the Business and Economics programs may pursue concentrations in Accounting, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, International Business, Marketing, Management and Management Information Systems.

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Graduate

Master of Public Administration

College of Business and Social Sciences

The College of Business and Social Sciences at West Virginia State University offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree for those interested in public management and service. The MPA degree prepares students for careers in the public and non-profit sectors, and offers those already in public service the opportunity to enhance and hone their competencies.

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