John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics History

Weber State University is a public, coeducational institution. The 400-acre campus is located in an urban area 35 miles north of Salt Lake City. Total undergraduate and graduate enrollment is approximately 15,000. Figures in the above capsule and this profile are approximate.

The John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics was founded in 1984 and is located on the main campus. Courses also are offered at the WSU Davis Campus in Layton. The basic educational approach is to provide a balance between the theoretical and the practical, using a combination of the case method, small group work, and writing-intensive classes.

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics Academics

The Goddard School offers the Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAcc) and Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Forty-five total credits are required to complete the MPAcc, including 15 elective credits. Required courses for the MPAcc include:

• Consolidations
• Governmental Accounting
• Financial Accounting Theory
• Cost Accounting
• Auditing Concepts
• Advanced Cost Accounting
• Tax Research and Planning
• Audit Techniques and Cases
• Database Theory and Design
• Data Communications
• Electives

Students may eliminate or substitute requirements by transferring graduate credits from other universities.

Business students may take relevant nonbusiness courses in other departments. The minimum time permitted to complete the master’s degree program attending full time is 1 year; maximum, 2 years. For students attending part time, the minimum is 2 years; maximum, 5 years.

In a recent year, there were 23 total full-time graduate business faculty, all of whom held a doctorate; there were 6 part-time faculty, of whom 83% held a doctorate. Faculty salaries are rated below average for Category IIA institutions, based on the AAUP rating system. Average number of credit hours faculty teach is 25; average business class size is 15.

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics Unique Programs

Library

The university’s main library houses a collection of more than 324,000 volumes, 461,000 microform items, and 7164 audio/video tapes/CDs, and subscribes to 2788 periodicals.

Computers

Graduate business students need not have their own PCs. The business school has its own computer facilities.

Career and Job Placement

Placement services are extensive. Placement services for alumni include lifetime services with access to a job hot-line. Placement is available through a separate placement office for graduate business students and the university placement office.

International Students

International students must take the TOEFL. They also must submit a translation of their transcripts, proof of health consisting of immunization records, and proof of adequate funds. Financial aid is available for these students.

Calendar

The school operates on a quarter basis. Quarters are 10 weeks long; summer sessions, 8 weeks. Graduate programs are offered during the evening only.

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics Admissions

A bachelor’s degree is required. The formula for using the GPA and GMAT scores is (200 x GPA) + GMAT, or minimum 1130. Most important admissions factors are GMAT results and grades in upper-level courses. A strong mathematics background is not required.

The number of applicants for a recent class was 125; 87 were accepted; 85 enrolled. The average GPA was 3.3; average GMAT score was 560. Transfers are accepted. Minority students are actively recruited.

Students may begin the MBA program in the fall, winter, and spring. To apply, students must submit an application form, 2 transcripts, GMAT scores, 2 letters of recommendation, and a resume. Once accepted, students may defer admission for up to 3 years from admission. Check with the school for current application deadlines and fee.

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics Financial Aid

About 44% of graduate business school students receive financial aid from scholarships, loans, and graduate assistantships, for a total average of $2838 annually; maximum $8835. Check with the school for current application deadlines and further information on the MBA program.

Tuition for in-state residents is approximately $250 per credit. Nonresidents pay $640 per credit. On-campus room and board costs approximately $5300; books and supplies, $900; personal expenses, $2800, for an estimated annual total of $14,750 for in-state residents and $22,230 for out-of-state residents. There is a referral service to help procure off-campus housing.

Weber State University, John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics Students

Forty-two percent of the current graduate business school class are enrolled full time. The greatest percentage of students are from Utah (89%). Twenty-nine percent are women and 11% are minorities. Four percent already have a graduate degree. Students’ undergraduate majors were as follows: 94%, business; 2%, economics; 2%, engineering; and 2%, social sciences. About 2% of entering students leave by the end of the first year due to academic or personal reasons; 98% remain to receive their degree. In a recent year, 40 graduate business degrees were awarded.