StudyQA — Bachelor: Business and Management — Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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The Bachelor of Science in Business and Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute offers a comprehensive and innovative curriculum designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the dynamic world of business. This program combines a solid foundation in core business principles with cutting-edge management strategies, technological insights, and entrepreneurial thinking to equip graduates with the skills needed to succeed in diverse industries. Students will explore key areas such as finance, marketing, organizational behavior, operations management, and strategic planning, all within the context of an ever-evolving global economy. Emphasizing experiential learning, the program incorporates internships, project-based coursework, and collaboration with industry partners to give students real-world experience and foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Through interdisciplinary coursework, students also have opportunities to integrate knowledge from engineering, science, and technology disciplines, reflecting Rensselaer's commitment to innovative education. The program emphasizes leadership development, ethical decision-making, and sustainable business practices, preparing graduates to adapt to technological changes and global challenges. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant campus community, students engage in hands-on projects, entrepreneurial initiatives, and research activities that enhance their learning journey. Whether aiming to start their own business, pursue careers in consulting, finance, or management, or continue with graduate studies, graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Business and Management will be well-equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to excel in the competitive landscape of modern business. The program’s comprehensive approach ensures that students are not only proficient in traditional business knowledge but also adept at leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation and growth within organizations.

While the Lally B.S. in Business & Management curriculum emphasizes fundamental business skills we want our students to excel in quantitative and computer skills and be reflective about their choices, creative and innovative in their problem solving, and informed of global/societal issues.

Our undergraduate curriculum is aligned around three central pillars: Management, Natural Sciences, and Humanities.

Management

Thirteen required core business courses:

Introduction to Management
Leadership I
Leadership II
External Environment of Business
Statistical Methods
Accounting for Decision Making
Managerial Finance
Microcomputers & Information Systems
Quantitative Methods for Business
Operations MGMT
Computer Information Systems
Marketing Principles
Organizational Behavior in HP Orgs.
Human Resources in HP Organizations
Strategy & Policy

Natural Sciences

Six required courses from the School of Science:

Math (3 courses)
Natural Science (2 courses)
Computer Science (1 course)

Humanities

Humanities (Minimum of 2 courses):

Art
Literature
Music
Writing
Philosophy
History
Language
Communications

Social Sciences (Minimum of 2 courses):

Anthropology
Psychology
Economics
Sociology
Cognitive Science

Requirements

All applications are reviewed individually by the admissions committee. It is important to note that some differences in preparation and academic background may be considered. The applicants who are best suited for Rensselaer will have completed

Four years of English
Four years mathematics through pre-calculus
Three years of science (including chemistry and physics)
Three years of social studies and/or history

Additionally, the admissions committee pays particular attention to candidates who demonstrate qualities of leadership and talents that will contribute to the richness of the Rensselaer community.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for all non-native English speakers. Applicants who have completed three or more years of secondary education in the U.S. may request an exemption by emailing Rensselaer Admissions. Rensselaer expects a minimum TOEFL score of at least 88 iBT, or 570 PBT. For students not able to take the TOEFL, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Pearson’s Test of English (PTE) may be substituted for the TOEFL. An IELTS score of at least 7.0 or a PTE score of at least 59 is expected. Only the academic format is accepted.