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Academic Advising
  College of Business Administration undergraduate students have access to a dual system of academic advising, with both College Office advisors and faculty advisors.

A Dual System of Academic Advising
College Office
Advisors
Faculty Advisors

In addition, information is available in a CBA Student Handbook, BGSU Student Handbook, the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog, numerous publications and mailings to students, and in the College, department, and program offices. For a list of advisors, click here.

Computerized degree audits are available each semester for current students, showing the student completion of courses and other degree requirements. My BGSU is a gateway to degree audits, registration for classes, University services, organizations, and academic communities at BGSU.

BGSU and the CBA also offer labs, tutoring, and special programs to facilitate student success in learning and in starting their careers. Click here for further information about these resources.

College Office Advisors
Undergraduate Studies in Business provides College Office advising. Our Director, Assistant Director, and Academic Advisors are professional advisors who help students develop academic plans and meet degree requirements. These advisors know important academic policies, procedures, and resources for students at BGSU. All CBA students should seek College Office advising, including students who have declared specializations and faculty advisors and, in particular, students who are undecided or specializing in General Business.

Appointments for advising or learning about our programs may be scheduled by calling (419) 372-2747 or visiting the College Office in room 253 Business Administration.

A few reasons to meet with a College Office advisor:

  • Learn about CBA and BGSU programs - prospective new and transfer students
  • Discuss degree requirements and scheduling questions
  • Discover sources for help - click here for resources for learning success
  • Understand BSBA admission and other requirements
  • Get important registration information and dates
  • Get information and referrals to learn more about specializations
  • Review degree progress to ensure timely graduation.

Faculty Advisors
Faculty advisors are assigned when the student declares or changes degree programs or specializations. These advisors are experts in the area of specialization. In addition to advising and teaching students, they also conduct research in their fields, and have connections to businesses and other organizations. Click here for a list of advisors by degree program and specializations.

Most faculty advisors have office hours posted on their office doors and can be reached through email or telephone messages or through the department or program office. Students are encouraged to contact faculty advisors to gain information about the programs and to discuss specialization courses, cooperative education or internships, and career options.

A few reasons to meet with a faculty advisor:

  • Discuss course selections and scheduling
  • Discuss specializations
    -requirements, prerequisites, scheduling
    -electives and/or minors to enhance education and marketability
  • Learn more about co-ops and internships
  • Understand career options and opportunities
  • Find out about student organizations within the area of specialization
  • Get to know a faculty member for advice, references, and contacts with employers.