UNDERGRADUATE CATALOGUE 2014-2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Bentley University . 1 Vision and Mission . 1 Message from the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs . 1 Programs of Study . 2 The Undergraduate College . .. 2 Undergraduate Degree Requirements . 4 Business Programs . 6 Minors in Business . 13 Arts and Sciences Programs . 14 Bachelor of Science Degree Programs . .. 14 Bachelor of Arts Degree Programs . 15 Minors in Arts and Sciences . 20 Optional Second Majors . 22 The Business Studies Major . 22 The Liberal Studies Major . 23 Second Bachelor’s Degree . 23 Academic Programs and Resources . 23 High-Tech Learning Labs . 25 Academic Learning Centers . 26 Mobile Computing Program . 27 The Forum for Creative Writers and Artists . 27 Pre-Law Advising . 27 Center for Business Ethics . 27 The Jeanne and Dan Valente Center for Arts and Sciences . 28 The Bentley Library . 28 Rights, Responsibilities and Policies . 28 Academic Policies and Procedures . 30 Academic Services . 34 Registration Services . 35 Commencement . 35 Academic Integrity . 35 Student Life and Services . 35 Admission to Bentley University . .. 42 Freshman Admission . 42 International Students . 42 Application Programs and Deadlines . 43 Advanced Standing Credit Policies . 43 Visiting Bentley . 43 Financial Aid at Bentley . 43 Applying for Financial Aid . 43 Types of Financial Aid . 44 Aid for Continuing Students . 45 Outside Aid . 45 Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy . 45 Notification of Loss of Eligibility . 45 Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals . 45 Alternative Financing Options . 46 ROTC Financial Assistance . 46 Veterans’ Benefits . 46 Admission and Financial Aid Calendar . .46 Financial Aid Checklist . 47 Payment Calendar . 47 Tuition and Fees . .. 47 Course Descriptions . 50 Governance and Administration . 89 Campus Map . 93 Directions to Bentley . 94 Bentley on the Web, Accreditations, University Policies . 95 Index . 97 BENTLEY UNIVERSITY: AN OVERVIEW art high-tech labs and experience-based opportunities such as education abroad and service–learning . One of the nation’s leading business universities, Bentley is dedicated to preparing a new kind of organizational leader . Our In a variety of ways and settings, students gain the ability to curriculum combines the study of business with the arts and 1) examine situations from multiple perspectives; 2) under- sciences, enhanced by state-of-the-art technology and wide-rang- stand and apply information to decision-making; 3) use tech- ing opportunities for hands-on learning . Students graduate as nology to full advantage; 4) connect people and ideas; accomplished, creative and ethical professionals ready to 5) operate comfortably with ambiguity and risk; and succeed in their chosen field . 6) work effectively with diverse individuals and groups . Set on a classic New England campus located minutes from Boston, the university enrolls approximately 4,100 full-time undergraduate, 1,400 graduate and 34 doctoral students . MESSAGE FROM THE PROVOST AND VICE PRESIDENT FOR Points of Distinction ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Bentley University holds a distinctive place among educational institutions worldwide . Our particular strengths reside in four Bentley University’s focus on providing a cutting-edge business areas: education appropriately informed by the liberal arts makes it a distinctive institution . As a leading university, we believe Academics . Courses integrate business with the arts and that developing global leaders requires that our business sciences, to foster critical thinking, cultural understanding and program strength be complemented by equivalent strength in other skills integral for life and work in the 21st century . the liberal arts and that we achieve education synergies across the two . What does that mean for you and your undergraduate Hands-on Learning . Internships, study abroad programs, education? Let me highlight some of the qualities and areas of service–learning assignments and corporate immersion courses emphasis that set Bentley apart . offer firsthand experience with genuine challenges in business and society . Chances are that you were drawn to Bentley because of the reputation we enjoy for our extensive business education, Technology . Specialized labs and other resources connect because of our faculty of active teacher-scholars and because students with industry-leading hardware and software in of our world-class facilities with the very latest technology . But finance, marketing, information design, accounting and other we offer you much more: education abroad; an Honors Program; fields . internships; the option of the Master’s Candidate program; and Career Services . A four-year focus on identifying goals, building a strength in arts and sciences that allows for much more than skills and exploring professions points the way to leveraging an abundance of courses oriented to understanding the context your education for a meaningful career . of business in today’s global marketplace . Our arts and science faculty provide you with the opportunity to explore your interest Vision and Mission in liberal arts with the same level of excellence and attention as you rightfully expect from our business faculty — these are all Bentley University is distinctive among educational institutions opportunities that extend well beyond what you might expect to worldwide . Our mission as a business university is to create new find on a small, intimate campus . knowledge within and across business and the arts and sciences and to prepare a new generation of creative, ethical and socially Bentley University is renowned for offering a full academic responsible organizational leaders . experience that prepares you not just for a responsible career, but to be a leader in business, related professions and The university’s distinguishing strengths include: society . Here you will combine professional skills with a deep A unified faculty in business and the arts and sciences, with deep understanding and rich appreciation of societal and cross- expertise in their respective disciplines and the educational mission; cultural issues, ethics and social responsibility . We aim to inspire you to be literate, articulate, ethical, creative, broad-minded and Academic programs and research with an international reputa- comfortable with ambiguity . At the same time, our moderate tion for quality and impact; size means that professors make a point of getting to know you Leadership in promoting ethical and socially responsible as an individual . Classes are relatively small and student life is enterprise and in advancing information and communication rich and varied . There’s time for athletics, social events or your technology to achieve sustainable high performance; choice among more than 100 student organizations . A strong embrace of diversity and its role in fostering creativity, I share your excitement about the year ahead . Bentley puts innovation and profound learning; resources at your fingertips that may not be available even at much larger institutions: Our computer network and wireless Students ready to excel in complex and dynamic environments facilities, electronic access to databases, internationally through their capacity to initiate, lead and effect value-creating recognized library facilities that focus on our key strengths and change . an array of co-curricular opportunities, to name but a few . And that’s just what’s in place now . We have plans to take Bentley to Ready to Lead and Succeed an even higher plane . Graduates of Bentley University are talented and ethical Looking through this catalogue, you may see a terrific menu individuals who make significant contributions in their own full of enticing possibilities, or you may feel overwhelmed — organizations and communities and to the broader society . perhaps even both . Students build skills through academic courses, state-of-the- 1 Whatever your initial perceptions, Bentley has many highly • Corporate Finance and Accounting talented and committed staff who want to work with you • Creative Industries to sort through the options and find a curriculum that is • Economics-Finance perfectly suited to your needs and aspirations . One of our academic advisers will take the time to help you understand • Finance the curriculum, explain programs, answer questions and point • Information Design and Corporate Communication out electives that may not have caught your eye . We offer • Information Systems Audit and Control students room to grow intellectually and personally . Guidance and support are available in all corners of campus, including • Management the Center for Health and Wellness, Counseling and Student • Managerial Economics Development, the Multicultural Center, International Student • Marketing and Scholar Services and the Spiritual Life Center . • Mathematical Sciences Students who have chosen Bentley University benefit from • Professional Sales getting fully involved in campus life . Your four years as an undergraduate will pass more quickly than you can probably Bachelor of Arts Degree Programs imagine . So be sure to challenge yourself to make the very best Bachelor of arts degree programs are designed for students who of all the opportunities that come your way . want to concentrate in the arts and sciences, perhaps supple- With best wishes, menting their study with business courses that strengthen their professional education and career opportunities . Majors are available in: Michael J . Page • Global Studies Provost and Vice President