Considering a degree in business? You have made a good choice! Business or management has consistently been ranked in the top ten majors in the United States. The first degree given by USU was in commerce, an early term for business. Degrees in finance, entrepreneurship, accounting, marketing, human resources, economics or management information systems can prepare you for leadership in industry positions or help you start your own company. These degrees are also excellent preparation for graduate school, law school or government service.
The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business is truly A School of Opportunity. USU business students can get involved with the internationally renowned Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing, network with business professionals during the student–run Partners in Business seminars, or meet top industry executives at our Executive Leadership Seminars and Dean’s Convocations. No other university in the Mountain West can give you the opportunity to do so much as an undergraduate. Our professors and staff truly care about our students and take the time to work with them one on one.
Jon M. Huntsman School of Business programs in business and accounting are accredited by AACSB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB is the premier accrediting association for business and accounting programs. We provide our students with more than just an education, at USU you will:
Have Many Degree Options –– You can choose from eleven distinct degree offerings, and you can make the degree fit your career needs by selecting from several minors and areas of emphasis.
Receive Excellent Preparation –– Students from USU rank in the 90th percentile when compared to other business schools on national examinations. You will be prepared intellectually, academically, and ethically for leadership.
Explore the World –– Students from the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business have lived in dozens of countries, and we have one of the most bi-lingual student bodies in the nation. Many of our classes include international business issues and training.
Broaden Your Perspective –– Our Study Abroad and international degree programs take students to Europe, Asia, South America, among others.
Communicate Your Ideas –– USU students are consistently ranked as superior in their presentation abilities by employers and executives. You will be prepared to clearly and effectively communicate as a business professional.
Work as a Team –– Dozens of courses within the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business have students work on teams in real–world projects. Our students are consistently ranked superior in their team–work skills by employers. Our core management class requires student groups to organize and solve real world problems, often involving community organizations.
Use Cutting Edge Technology –– The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business features wireless online access and state-of-the-art computing resources throughout its numerous open labs for students. You will be able to download software for use at home in the college and our Management Information System Department will prepare you to utilize cutting edge software for managing businesses.
Learn from Top Professors –– Many of our faculty serve as editors of top journals and are leaders in their field. Professors and Ph.D.-level instructors teach almost all classes.
Get Involved with Award Winning Student Groups –– USU has hundreds of student organizations and there are numerous business or accounting related associations and clubs to join. Our student clubs consistently win regional and national competitions – they are one of the college’s best kept secrets!
Discover Your Career and Opportunities –– Our newly redesigned Career and Employment Opportunity Center (CEO Center) will work with you throughout your degree to ensure you are taking the right classes. They will help you with the requirements for your major. The University Career Center offers job fairs, mock interviews, resume preparation help and many other services to students.
Have a Rewarding Career –– Though salaries always vary depending on your grades, work experience, and industry, students of business can expect good salary offers. Our top students can expect six-figure salaries with several years of work experience and a willingness to relocate.
Find Support –– The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business has dozens of scholarships available to students. You can also work closely with the Financial Aid Office to get the support you need for your studies. USU is consistently ranked as one of the best deals in America considering our modest tuition cost and excellent programs.
Excel in Graduate School –– Nearly a third of our students go on to graduate school each year. Those that remain at USU, finish their MBA, one of several specialized master’s degrees, or our Ph.D. programs in economics or management information systems.
Have Fun! –– ASUSU sponsors athletic events, social gatherings, and other campus happenings. These events offer plenty of opportunities for friendship and interaction. Alumni of USU rave about the friendships and fun they had while here. USU, nestled in the Wasatch Mountains, is one of the friendliest campuses in the nation.