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1. Why should I choose the Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State?

2. What programs does the College offer?

3. What is the College's enrollment?

4. What is the average class size at the Raj Soin College of Business?

5. What financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available?

6. How many alumni have graduated from the Raj Soin College of Business?

7. How do I decide on an undergraduate major and when do I need to decide?

8. Will I get a good job when I graduate?

9. What can I expect to earn when I graduate?

10. How do I enroll?

1. Why should I choose the Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State?

• Our curriculum delivers a sound foundation for your success in business
• Dedicated faculty and staff foster a supportive learning environment
• Our students compete among the best in the state and the nation and consistently come out on top
• A commitment to quality in all we do - demonstrated by the College's AACSB accreditation since 1974

Read more about top reasons to attend, our College, link to Why Choose the Raj Soin College of Business?

2. What programs does the College offer? The College offers a B.S. in Business with majors in ten areas, plus four master's degrees.

Undergraduate Programs

B.S. in Business degree program with majors in:

Accountancy

Economics

Finance

Financial Services

International Business

Management

Human Resources Management

Management Information Systems

Operations Management

Marketing

Graduate Programs

Masters in Accountancy

M.S. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

M.S. in Social and Applied Economics

MBA - Masters in Business Administration

Part-time for working professionals as well as full-time students

4 pm concentration in Management, Innovation and Change

Weekend MBA at Lake Campus, Celina, Ohio

3. What is the College's enrollment?

Undergraduate enrollment is approximately 1,200 students. Graduate enrollment is approximately 450 students. Our supportive learning environment gives students the benefits of a comprehensive business education with a large and diverse student body. At the same time, small class sizes allow our faculty to give students the individual attention they need to excel.

4. What is the average class size at the Raj Soin College of Business?

Our average class size is 32 students. At the Raj Soin College of Business, students are never just a number. All of our courses are taught by faculty with advanced degrees who are dedicated to teaching. Unlike many other large business schools, the Raj Soin College of Business does not rely on graduate assistants and massive lecture halls to teach large numbers of students.

5. What financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available?

The College offers several general business scholarships, and scholarships for students in specific majors. We work closely with the community to promote the value of supporting the future business leaders of our region. In addition, the College works in conjunction with Wright State's Office of Financial Aid works to ensure that all qualified students receive the support they need to achieve their educational goals.

For a listing of scholarships and to read more about how specific students have benefited, click on Scholarships and Financial Aid.

6. How many alumni have graduated from the Raj Soin College of Business?

Over 16,000 alumni - including over 4,000 graduate program alumni have graduated from the College. Approximately 60% of our graduates are employed in Ohio. Our Business Alumni Association gives students the opportunity to tap into influential business leaders, career opportunities and mentoring support during their academic experience and throughout their entire career. Click here to learn more about the Business Alumni Association.

7. How do I decide on an undergraduate major and when do I need to decide?

To graduate in four years, students should decide on their major at the beginning of their junior year.

Discussions with Faculty - Our faculty and academic advisors are always available to talk with students individually to help them explore their interests, motivations and options for careers in business.

Career Counseling - Career Services also offers an array of services to help each student identify their particular interests, skills and potential career paths. Learn more about these services at Career Services - Career Exploration

Survey Courses - For all first year students, the Horizons in Business class provides an excellent overview of various areas of business and potential career paths. The core courses required of all undergraduate business students also provide excellent exposure to the various business disciplines. In addition, LA 201 Effective Career Planning, offered by Career Services, is offered for credit. You can sign up for this class in Raider Online Express (ROX).

Student Clubs - Clubs for each business major provide a fun way to explore various areas of business. You can make friends other students who have already taken classes or completed internships, hear guest speakers, visit companies and talk with business leaders to assess your interest in various majors. Our business clubs in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business, Finance and Marketing are open to all Wright State students.

Direct Experience - Co-ops, internships, job shadowing and attending area professional meetings can also help students decide on their major.

8. Will I get a good job when I graduate?

The College works closely with Career Services to bring top quality employers to a variety of career recruiting events throughout the year. In addition to several University-wide recruiting events and recruiting sessions for individual companies, we host career events for specific programs and professions. Here is a sample for 2005 and 2006.

- Accounting, Finance and Economics Career Recruiting - September 27, 2005

- Graduate Student and Alumni Networking Event - September 27, 2005

- MIS, Engineering and Computer Science - January 26, 2006

- Management, Marketing, Communications and International Recruiting - February 2006

- Also check out the Career for many more upcoming recruiting events and job postings http://career.wright.edu/events/calendar.html

With over 16,000 graduates and over 60 percent of them in Ohio, almost every major company in the greater Dayton region employs Raj Soin College of Business graduates. A representative list of companies that have hired our graduates in the region and beyond include:

- The Berry Company - Brady Ware - Battelle & Battelle

- Cox Ohio Publishing - Deloitte. - Honda

- Frieman-Swift Market Research - Federal Reserve Bank - Good Samaritan Hospital

- FKI Logistex Automation - Epic Records - Ernst & Young

- International Truck & Engine - Lexis-Nexis - The Iams Company

- Elliott Tool - Shore to Shore - Young's Jersey Dairy

- Reynolds and Reynolds - NCR - MTC Technologies

- Standard Register - General Electric - Wright Patterson Air Force Base

- U.S. Bank - PricewaterhouseCoopers - Smith Barney

- National City Bank - TDH Marketing - Marketing Research Services, Inc.

It's also equally important to take advantage of networking opportunities through student business clubs, faculty connections in the community and our Annual Student-Alumni Connections luncheon which allows students and alumni to make valuable contacts. View photos from recent career events. You can also read about successful alumni in Class Notes - eConnections alumni newsletters

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9. What can I expect to earn when I graduate?

Future employment and salary forecasts change annually and demand varies both by business major and the state of the economy. Hiring and salary trends can be found in the Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.bls.gov/oco/ and other resources at Career Services.

For example, according to the most recent issue of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, for Marketing professionals:

"Median annual earnings in 2002 were $57,130 for advertising and promotions managers, $78,250 for marketing managers, $75,040 for sales managers, and $60,640 for public relations managers. Earnings ranged from less than $30,310 for the lowest 10 percent of advertising and promotions managers, to more than $145,600 for the highest 10 percent of marketing and sales managers."

Salaries also vary based on prior work experience, leadership activities and academic achievements.

10. How do I enroll?

Simply complete the appropriate online application form for undergraduate, graduate, transfer or international students by clicking on Future Students. We also hold series of information sessions and open houses throughout the year. Check our online calendar or let us know if you would like to receive updates from us. You can also contact the Raj Soin College of Business at any time for further information or an individual appointment.