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Business Schools in Virginia

Christopher Newport University
School of Business
Location: Newport News
Admissions Phone: (757) 594-7184
Business programs: BS and certificate in Accounting; degrees in Management and Marketing

College of William and Mary
School of Business Administration
Location: Williamsburg
Phone: (757) 221-4000
Business programs: MBA; Executive MBA; evening MBA; Master of Accounting

George Mason University
School of Management
Location: Fairfax
Phone: (703) 993-1000
Business programs: MBA; BS degrees in Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems, and Technology Management

The George Mason University School of Management offers graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificates in business and management with a strong technical and leadership content. The undergraduate business program encompasses Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management and Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems, leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
The School also offers a three-year, part-time MBA program for experienced working professionals with concentrations in Financial Management, Marketing and Business Development, Entrepreneurship and Information Systems Management. An accelerated two-year version of the part-time MBA is also available for those wishing to complete their degree sooner.

A specialized 18 month Master of Science degree in Technology Management is available for IT professionals seeking to lead the IT function and leading to federal CIO certification.

The School offers an Executive MBA program for seasoned managers seeking to develop executive skills and knowledge leading to executive postings.

The School is AACSB accredited.

James Madison University
College of Business
Location: Harrisonburg
Phone: (540) 568-5681
Business programs: BS degrees in Accounting, Economics, Finance & Business Law, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Management, International Business, Marketing, and Computer Information Science & Operations Management

Longwood College
School of Business and Economics
Location: Farmville
Phone: (434) 395-2045
Business programs: BSBA with concentrations in Accounting Computer Information Management Systems, Economics, Finance, Management, and Marketing; BA in Economics; BS in Economics

The forces of globalization and technological innovation are radically changing the business environment. Today's students will become tomorrow's leaders helping to shape the new economy and the world of business. For those interested in seizing the opportunities presented by these new challenges, Longwood College's School of Business and Economics has a lot to offer.

The curriculum is market-driven and globally focused, yet the School and the College have preserved the intimacy, sense of community, and quality of life associated with a small liberal arts institution. The faculty is committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship, and the School's highly regarded Internship Program gives students the opportunity to apply new skills to work situations and observe first hand real organizations in action. In search of excellence? Take a look at Longwood.

Mary Washington College
Department of Business Administration
Location: Fredericksburg
Phone: (540) 654-2000
Business programs: BS-Business Admin (Fredericksburg); MBA, BPS (Bachelor of Professional Studies)-Leadership & Management, BPS-E-Commerce (James Monroe Center-Stafford County)

The MBA program at Mary Washington College's James Monroe Center for Graduate and Professional Studies is designed for working adults. All classes meet one night a week over seven-week terms. Students choose from five distinct concentrations: General Management, Organization and Human Resource Development, Contracts and Procurement Management, Management Technology and Information Security. Post-baccalaureate certificates in Information Security and Contracts and Procurement Management are also offered. The Contracts and Procurement Management program meets federal and state requirements for acquisitions professionals. The Information Security program is offered in partnership with the SANS institute and offers SANS certification; all courses in this program are online.

Norfolk State University
School of Business
Location: Norfolk
Phone: (757) 823-8600
Business programs: BS degree in Accounting, Business Education, and Hospitality Management; BS in General Business with concentrations in Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management Information Systems, Manufacturing and Service Management, Management, and Total Quality, and Marketing; BA degree in Economics.

Old Dominion University
College of Business and Public Administration
Location: Norfolk
Phone: (757) 683-3520
Business programs: MBA; BS-E-Commerce Systems; BSBA; BSBA with majors in Accounting, Decision Sciences, Economics, Finance, International Business Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing; BA-Economics

Radford University
College of Business and Economics
Location: Radford
Phone: (540) 831-5187
Business programs: MBA; BBA in Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing; BA or BS in Economics; BGS (Bachelor of General Studies) in General Business

University of Virginia
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Location: Charlottesville
Phone: (434) 924-3900
Business programs: MBA, DBA, Ph.D.

University of Virginia
McIntire School of Commerce
Location: Charlottesville
Phone: (434) 924-3257
Business programs: BS Commerce, MS Accounting, MS Management Information Systems

Recent changes to our graduate programs mean that working professionals can now take advantage of these nationally recognized programs without career interruption. Learn how you can earn a top-ranked business degree from U-Va in just one year.

Master the Management of Information Technology
Join business and technology professionals from throughout the region who want to combine the latest technology knowledge with the management and strategic planning skills that will help them deliver greater business value. The program is offered in a 12-month, every other Friday/Saturday format in Charlottesville and a 16-month, every other Saturday format in Reston.

Master Tax Consulting and Strategic Tax Planning
Gain the technical knowledge, strategic insights and broad array of core competencies needed to be an effective tax consultant or strategic tax planner with McIntire's M.S. in Accounting - Tax Consulting program. The 12-month program is open to both working professionals and traditional full-time students.

Contact us at (877) 349-2620 or mcintiregrad@virginia.edu or visit online. The application deadline for 2002 is Feb. 15.

University of Virginia's College at Wise
Location: Wise
Phone: (540) 328-0100
Business programs: B.A. and B.S. degrees in Business and Economics with majors in Accounting, Economics and Business Administration

Virginia Commonwealth University
School of Business
Location: Richmond
Phone: (804) 828-1595
Business programs: MBA; BS in Accounting, Marketing and Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, International Management, Entrepreneurship, Real Estate & Land Development; certificates in International Management, Human Resources, Information Systems, Real Estate, Accounting, and Marketing

The School of Business' mission is to prepare students for successful careers and lifelong learning by providing management education firmly grounded in technology, interdisciplinary teamwork and global perspectives. Technology is integrated throughout the curriculum.
Undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs are offered, and professional development programs are available at our Center for Corporate Education. The School offers 100 full-time faculty members, 95 percent holding a doctorate of equivalent professional degree. Strong, established business relationships throughout the city and state provide opportunities for internships and cooperative programs. Senior executives visit our classes regularly to share their knowledge and insight.

Virginia Military Institute
Department of Economics and Business
Location: Lexington
Phone: (540) 464-7207
Business programs: BA in Business and Economics

Virginia State University
School of Business
Location: Petersburg
Phone: (804) 524-5902
Business programs: BS in Accounting, Economics, Information Systems & Decision Sciences, Management & Marketing

Virginia Tech
Pamplin College of Business
Location: Blacksburg
Phone: (540) 231-6001
Web site: www.cob.vt.edu
Business programs: Ph.D.; MBA; MACIS (Master of Accounting and Information Systems), BS