E. J. Ourso College of Business
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The E. J. Ourso College of Business is Louisiana State University
's business school
and was established originally in 1928 as the College of Commerce.
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) continuously since 1931, the E. J. Ourso College offers undergraduate degrees in:
Additionally, the E. J. Ourso College offers a master’s in accounting, finance, and information & decision sciences and is recognized for its LSU Flores MBA Program. PhDs are offered in:
The E.J. Ourso College is home to several noteworthy centers and institutes and houses the internationally renowned LSU Center for Internal Auditing, recognized by the Institute of Internal Auditors. LSU was chosen in 1985 to be the pilot program for a university-level internal auditing training program and since then has produced 18 highest student scorers on the Certified Internal Auditor exam.
Recognized nationally for programs that promote entrepreneurship, stimulate economic development, and set the standard for internal audit programs throughout the world, the E. J. Ourso College continuously evaluates and revises its curriculum to ensure it is on the cutting edge of business education to improve students’ communication skills, critical thinking skills, leadership skills, teamwork skills, and technical skills in their respective disciplines. The E. J. Ourso College is committed to excellence in fostering learning and pursuing discovery in an intellectually diverse and global business environment as it prepares its students for rewarding lifelong careers with the highest standards of performance and professionalism.
It is certified by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
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In 1959, the college was reorganized and renamed the College of Business Administration. Almost 20 years, later, the college found a new home in the Center for Engineering and Business Administration (CEBA), which has since been renamed Patrick F. Taylor Hall. Another renaming of the college took place in 1996, when “E. J. Ourso” was added to honor the college’s benefactor. In 2005, “Administration” was dropped from the college’s name. A full timeline of the college can be viewed at http://www.bus.lsu.edu/about/history.asp.
Economics & International Trade & Finance
Finance
General Business Administration
Information Systems & Decision Science
Management
Marketing
http://www.bus.lsu.edu/brc/
MBA
Designed to be year-round programs of study for full-time students, the PhD programs consist of extensive coursework in the chosen discipline, supporting disciplines, and research methods. Usually, the program consists of two to three years of academic coursework, after which the student must successfully pass a comprehensive examination. The student then designs and completes their doctoral dissertation, a substantive original research project. The dissertation stage usually takes about 12-18 months to complete. Overall, our PhD program usually requires four or more years to finish. Students without a master's degree may take longer to complete the program.
PhD
Eduniversal, 2011
Undergraduate Program
U.S. News & World Report, 2012
Bloomberg Business Week, 2011
LSU Flores MBA Program
Forbes.com, 2011
U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Graduate Schools, 2010
The Wall Street Journal, 2007
Master of Public Administration Program
U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools,” 2009
Ranked in the Top 40 among public institutions and 57th among all schools
Louisiana Business & Technology Center
http://www.bus.lsu.edu/research
The Business Education Complex'
Diversity and Inclusion
Doctoral Student Support
Globalization
Supply Chain Management
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
's business school
Business school
A business school is a university-level institution that confers degrees in Business Administration. It teaches topics such as accounting, administration, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, information systems, marketing, organizational behavior, public relations, strategy, human resource...
and was established originally in 1928 as the College of Commerce.
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) continuously since 1931, the E. J. Ourso College offers undergraduate degrees in:
- Accounting
- Economics & International Trade & Finance
- Finance
- General Business
- Information Systems & Decision Science
- Management
- Marketing
Additionally, the E. J. Ourso College offers a master’s in accounting, finance, and information & decision sciences and is recognized for its LSU Flores MBA Program. PhDs are offered in:
- Accounting
- Economics & International Trade & Finance
- Finance
- Information Systems & Decision Science
- Management
- Marketing
The E.J. Ourso College is home to several noteworthy centers and institutes and houses the internationally renowned LSU Center for Internal Auditing, recognized by the Institute of Internal Auditors. LSU was chosen in 1985 to be the pilot program for a university-level internal auditing training program and since then has produced 18 highest student scorers on the Certified Internal Auditor exam.
Recognized nationally for programs that promote entrepreneurship, stimulate economic development, and set the standard for internal audit programs throughout the world, the E. J. Ourso College continuously evaluates and revises its curriculum to ensure it is on the cutting edge of business education to improve students’ communication skills, critical thinking skills, leadership skills, teamwork skills, and technical skills in their respective disciplines. The E. J. Ourso College is committed to excellence in fostering learning and pursuing discovery in an intellectually diverse and global business environment as it prepares its students for rewarding lifelong careers with the highest standards of performance and professionalism.
It is certified by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business was founded in 1916 to accredit schools of business worldwide. The first accreditations took place in 1919. The stated mission is to advance quality management education worldwide through accreditation and thought leadership. It is regarded...
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History
As early as 1899, LSU organized a four-year course in commerce, leading to a bachelor’s degree. On June 11, 1928, the University Board of Supervisors established the College of Commerce at its annual meeting. The college would be housed in Himes Hall with J.B. Trant presiding as dean.In 1959, the college was reorganized and renamed the College of Business Administration. Almost 20 years, later, the college found a new home in the Center for Engineering and Business Administration (CEBA), which has since been renamed Patrick F. Taylor Hall. Another renaming of the college took place in 1996, when “E. J. Ourso” was added to honor the college’s benefactor. In 2005, “Administration” was dropped from the college’s name. A full timeline of the college can be viewed at http://www.bus.lsu.edu/about/history.asp.
Admissions
The E. J. Ourso College requires students seeking admittance to certain undergraduate programs to have a minimum cumulative grade point average (gpa) of 2.0 for university and business coursework. Four of the college’s eight bachelor’s programs—economics, international trade & finance, information systems & decision sciences and general business administration—admit students with a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.0 and the completion of 30 credit hours. Bachelor’s programs in accounting, finance, management, and marketing require a 3.0 gpa for admittance.Programs
Accounting- The Department of Accounting prepares students for careers in public accounting, industry, and government through required and elective courses in financial accounting, cost, audit, taxation, and internal audit.http://www.bus.lsu.edu/accounting
Economics & International Trade & Finance
- The Department of Economics prepares students to analyze complex economic problems, to think critically about a variety of issues, to learn beyond the confines of the classroom and to be adaptable to the ever-changing demands of the labor market. Students can choose between a BS or a BA in economics or a BS in international trade & finance. Each degree provides analytical skills and a breadth of economic understanding for careers in business, government, or for further study in economics, law, or public policy. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/economics
Finance
- The Department of Finance prepares students for careers in finance through courses, including investments, corporate finance, financial statement analysis, derivatives, real estate, risk management, insurance, and business law.http://www.bus.lsu.edu/finance
General Business Administration
- The general business administration curriculum prepares students for a broad career in business. General business majors can partake of electives in multiple business areas and earn an official University minor. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/genbus
Information Systems & Decision Science
- The Department of Information Systems & Decision Sciences (ISDS) prepares students to design, implement, analyze, and manage information technology (IT) systems by developing the conceptual and practical skills needed for IT management, analytics, business intelligence, e-commerce, and supply chain management. http://www.bus.edu/isds
Management
- The Rucks Department of Management prepares students for careers in areas such as organization behavior, human resources, strategy, entrepreneurship, industrial/labor relations, and international management. William and Catherine Rucks endowed the department in 1996, and are the namesakes of the Rucks Fellowship, which is awarded to several students annually. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/management
Marketing
- The Department of Marketing prepares students for careers by offering a solid foundation focused on the drivers of the field. Innovative courses such as “Marketing on the Internet” and “Sports Marketing” are offered. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/marketing
Residential College
The Business Residential College (BRC) is a living-learning environment where the next generations of business leaders are assisted in acclimating to the culture of the college and of business.http://www.bus.lsu.edu/brc/
LSU Flores MBA Program
In the LSU Flores MBA Program students can specialize in entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, internal auditing, international business/emerging markets, marketing, supply chain management, systems audit, or create a customized curriculum. For non-traditional students, the program offers the flexible options of an Executive MBA or a Professional MBA. Additionally, students can earn a joint JD/MBA through the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU. The program’s namesake, James C. Flores, is the chairman and CEO of Plains Exploration and Production Inc. He and his wife, Cherie, continue to actively support the E. J. Ourso College and LSU.MBA
PhD program
The E. J. Ourso College offers PhD programs in accounting, economics, and business administration. Business administration PhD students can specialize in finance, information systems & decision sciences, marketing, or management. The PhD programs provide a solid theoretical base and prepare candidates for careers in academia and research positions in government and industry.Designed to be year-round programs of study for full-time students, the PhD programs consist of extensive coursework in the chosen discipline, supporting disciplines, and research methods. Usually, the program consists of two to three years of academic coursework, after which the student must successfully pass a comprehensive examination. The student then designs and completes their doctoral dissertation, a substantive original research project. The dissertation stage usually takes about 12-18 months to complete. Overall, our PhD program usually requires four or more years to finish. Students without a master's degree may take longer to complete the program.
PhD
Rankings & Awards
E. J. Ourso College of BusinessEduniversal, 2011
- Ranked in the Top 50 among public institutions in the category of “Top Business Schools Internationally Known”
Undergraduate Program
U.S. News & World Report, 2012
- Undergraduate Program ranked 49th nationally among public institutions
Bloomberg Business Week, 2011
- Undergraduate Program ranked 55th nationally among public institutions.
LSU Flores MBA Program
Forbes.com, 2011
- Ranked 31st nationally among public institutions
U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Graduate Schools, 2010
- Ranked 47th nationally among public institutions
The Wall Street Journal, 2007
- Ranked 7th nationally for schools that draw corporate recruiters regionally
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- the last time MBA programs were ranked by The Wall Street Journal.
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Master of Public Administration Program
U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools,” 2009
Ranked in the Top 40 among public institutions and 57th among all schools
Louisiana Business & Technology Center
- Economic Development Administration, 2009 Excellence in Rural Economic Development Award
- National Business Incubation Association, 2009 Incubator Innovation Award
- International Economic Development Council, 2008 Excellence in Economic Development Award
- National Business Incubator Association, 2005 National Incubator of the Year
Faculty
The E. J. Ourso College faculty is known for its expertise and the quality of the basic and applied research it produces. Researchers from every department are consistently awarded best paper honors at academic conferences and invited to speak in their fields of expertise. Many E. J. Ourso College faculty have been designated as “Rainmakers” by the University, meaning they are nationally and internationally recognized for innovative research and creative scholarship, compete for external funding at the highest levels, and attract and mentor exceptional graduate students.http://www.bus.lsu.edu/research
Growth Initiatives
The E. J. Ourso College has identified five specific areas to target during its current strategic plan to better serve the needs of its students, faculty, and staff.The Business Education Complex'
Louisiana State University Business Education Complex
Louisiana State University and A & M College broke ground on March 19, 2010 for E. J. Ourso College of Business's the new Business Education Complex with an anticipated completion date of December 2011. The purpose of the BEC is to have the Business School located in one central area, thus creating...
- On target for a March 2, 2012 ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Business Education Complex will serve as the college’s new home. This 156,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility will provide students opportunities to fully develop their skills and compete with peer and aspirant institutions. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/building
Diversity and Inclusion
- As the corporate world faces global demographic changes, the E. J. Ourso College is actively embracing diversity to help build an inclusive campus culture. The college emphasizes recruitment and retention of unconventionally diverse students, faculty, and staff and strives to provide an environment free of intolerance or discrimination. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/diversity
Doctoral Student Support
- Today’s PhD candidates represent tomorrow’s faculty. The E. J. Ourso College, through various means, reinforces and encourages those who have chosen to advance the fields of research and teaching for future generations. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/phd
Globalization
- The E. J. Ourso College has extended its global outreach to China by looking south and partnering with the University São Paulo in Brazil. Additionally, the college is working to establish partnerships in India and elsewhere to provide students necessary real-world, immersive experiences. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/globalization
Supply Chain Management
- Using the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as a catalyst, the E. J. Ourso College is working to prepare students for the Gulf Coast Region’s supply chain needs—how to build and sustain global supply chain excellence, security, and resiliency in a globally interdependent economy. http://www.bus.lsu.edu/supplychain
See also
- Stephenson Disaster Management InstituteStephenson Disaster Management InstituteThe Stephenson Disaster Management Institute at Louisiana State University is located in the E. J. Ourso College of Business.In February 2007, as a direct result of Hurricane Katrina, LSU alumni Emmet and Toni Stephenson donated $25 million to LSU...
- List of United States business school rankings
- List of business schools in the United States