School of Accountancy

 

School of Accountancy Strategic Plan

OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES OF THE SCHOOL

Objective No.1: Provide high-quality preparation for careers in accounting and business

  • Highly skilled and motivated teaching faculty
  • Faculty development activities that ensure state-of-the-art knowledge in accounting and business and in teaching methodologies
  • Instructional technology that facilitates both on-campus and distance learning
  • Stimulating interchange between faculty and students
  • Performance expectations that require critical thinking skills
  • Collaborative learning practices that enhance technical, communication and interpersonal skills, build a strong work ethic, and encourage personal responsibility and integrity
  • Personal and professional development opportunities that promote leadership skills and a commitment to service
    Routine evaluation of the accounting curriculum and of the overall teaching/learning experience

Objective No. 2: Contribute intellectually to accounting and business through applied and
instructional research

  • Applied research that benefits accounting and business practices
  • Instructional research that enhances student learning
  • Collaborative approach that promotes a broad perspective in accounting and business research
  • Faculty development activities that support continuous improvement in research skills

Objective No. 3: Render service to the accounting profession, the business and academic communities, and the community at large

  • Involvement at the local, regional, and national levels of the profession and of the academic community
  • Participation in local community and business events and activities
  • Leadership positions in service organizations at all levels
  • Consulting and collaborative projects with accounting and business organizations

Objective No. 4: Provide an environment in which students, faculty, and staff can thrive

  • High-quality faculty and staff attraction and retention through competitive compensation and reward structures
  • Scholarships to attract and reward high quality students
  • Adequate financial support to accomplish the School's mission
  • Continuous improvement in processes and procedures
  • Promotion of diversity and inclusiveness in students, faculty, and staff
  • Policies that enhance communication, mutual respect, cooperation, and trust
  • Practices that stimulate intellectual curiosity among faculty and students