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The University of Mary Mission Statement Benedictine Values The Business Division Edited by Levi KreinAssociate Professor CIS

The University of Mary Mission Statement • Christian, Catholic and Benedictine, The University of Mary exists to serve the religious, academic and cultural needs of the people of the region. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

How do we serve the religious needs of our students? • We provide: • A setting for collegial exchange and support • Activities that encourage volunteer service • Formation (of an individual) in a Christian community • Experience that fosters religious values • Opportunities to build the Body of Christ Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

We provide the following academic competencies: Social Environment Aesthetics Valuing Communication Effective Thinking Natural Environment Information Literacy Professional Development How do we serve the academic needs of our students Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Social Environment, Aesthetics and Valuing • Social Environment - The ability to distinguish the social aspects of contemporary life and to analyze the function of individual and personal elements within a social framework. • Aesthetics - The ability to understand art forms and the creative dimensions of human behavior for both personal enrichment and application in the profession. • Valuing - The ability to clarify and act upon personal and social values. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Communication, Effective Thinking & Natural Environment • Communication is the ability to send and receive information in numerous forms and contexts for a variety of purposes. • Effective Thinking is the ability to analyze and solve problems and to demonstrate command of rational discourse. • Natural Environment is the ability to understand the impact of science and technology on physical systems and to distinguish between sound and unsound environmental policies. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Information Literacy & Professional Development • Information Literacy is the ability to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate and use effectively the needed information. • Professional Development is the ability to recognize professional forms of behavior that are consistent with the University mission. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

How do we serve the cultural needs of our students • We provide: • A stimulating academic community that promotes growth • A campus that reflects the principles of architect and designer, Marcel Breuer • Cultural events and opportunities for cultural enrichment • A Christian community that fosters diversity through hospitality Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Benedictine Values • As a Benedictine community we espouse key values in the rule of St. Benedict which are: • Hospitality: We offer a space for people to encounter each other as friends. • Respect for Persons: We recognize individual differences. Each person has a right to grow in wholeness. • Moderation: We strive for balance that avoids excess. • Community: We put time and effort into supporting one another. • Service: We serve our entire community. • Prayer: We reserve time to pray, reflect and celebrate together. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Business DivisionMission Statement • Our mission is to provide a quality, contemporary education to students seeking careers in enterprises requiring skills attained through competency-based education. Our curriculum is developed and delivered by following the Benedictine education philosophy adopted by the University and using the efforts of the community, students, scholars and other professionals. The students are further prepared to take their place in their organization and in their community by developing an understanding of and an appreciation for the value of the servant leader philosophy as presented by the University of Mary. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Targeted Outcomes of the Business Division • The Business Program at the University of Mary will enable students to increase their competency in communications and interpersonal skills, effective thinking, valuing, information literacy, physical environment, aesthetics and professional environment in a changing business environment. By meeting these outcomes we can deliver to our students, undergraduate and graduate, the highest possible return on their investment with an ability to lead, create and transform organizations in today’s business world. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Accounting DepartmentMission Statement • The mission of the University of Mary Accounting Department is to further excellence in the accounting profession by preparing ethical, competent graduates with the knowledge and skill base necessary to enter a variety of careers, pursue graduate work, or attain professional certification. The program strives to develop servant leaders and life-long learners, adaptable to change in tomorrow’s business environment. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Targeted Outcomes of the Accounting Department • Graduates of the Accounting program will: • Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills • Make ethical decisions incorporating the Benedictine values and the standards of the profession. • Utilize service as an important dimension of leadership • Critically analyze information and continually strive to keep up to date on emerging issues and technology. • Utilize accounting knowledge and skills attained to provide professional service to clients and the public at large. • Strive to work with others in accomplishing goals • Be able to distinguish excellence in professional practice. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Business DepartmentMission Statement • Our mission is to create an environment for students where they can attain the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to become America’s next generation of servant leaders. The program is designed to integrate classroom learning, Benedictine values and real world experience to provide the students with an educational experience that builds a foundation for their success. Students are encouraged to become lifelong learners who seek opportunities to share their knowledge and values as servant leaders in their workplace, family environment and community. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Targeted Outcomes of theBusiness Department • Graduates of the Business Department will be able to: • Describe the impact of macro and micro economic factors on the wealth of the firm. • Apply management principles to help the firm achieve its goals in an efficient and effective manner. • Analyze information about the firm with the goal of evaluating current strategy and formulating and implementing future strategy. • Assess the marketing environment of the firm.. • Value service as an important dimension of leadership in the profession. • Use effective oral and written communication skills. • Identify and apply financial analysis techniques. • Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of business decisions and make ethical decisions incorporating the Benedictine values and standards of the profession. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Computer Information SystemsDepartment Mission Statement • We aspire to prepare men and women for meaningful work, professional certification, lifelong learning and responsible, ethical involvement as servant leaders in the community. The academic programs are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitude to function as computer programmers and networking specialists in an environment responsive to the pace of technological development. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

Targeted Outcomes of theCIS Department • The targeted outcomes are: • Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills. • Make ethical decisions incorporating the Benedictine values and the standards of the profession. • Utilize service as an important dimension of leadership. • Utilize the Microsoft Office suite. • Collaborate with others in a team setting. • Identify the function and use of common hardware and software components. • Plan and implement a simple Local Area Network. • Demonstrate entry-level programming skills. Home Page| Mission Statement Religious Needs | Academic Needs | Cultural Needs Benedictine Values | Business Division Accounting Department | Business Department | Computer Information Systems Department

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