The Kent State University College of Business Administration and Graduate School of Management fulfill their charge from the university and the state of Ohio by providing high-quality undergraduate, graduate and executive programs by engaging in a combination of instructional, research and scholarship, and service activities. While selected graduate programs encompass national and international clienteles, our programs primarily serve the citizens of Northeast Ohio. For selected graduate programs, the geographical sphere encompasses national and international clienteles.

The undergraduate programs of the College of Business Administration provide high-quality education in business and a foundation for lifelong learning. These programs serve as an important resource for Northeast Ohio by offering undergraduate-level business education throughout the region.

Educational Objectives

To improve student success, ensure continued quality improvement of the undergraduate programs, and enhance regional access to programs and courses, the college will:

• Encourage experiences that broaden students’ education through internships, professional student organizations, overseas study and community service.
• Redesign undergraduate majors as necessary to improve their relevance and quality, consistent with resource availability.
• Institute continual growth for each course.
• Periodically obtain evaluation from the business community concerning satisfaction with graduates and effectiveness of programs.
• Develop alternative means of delivering courses and programs throughout Northeast Ohio.