Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business History

Texas A&M University/Corpus Christi, founded in 1947, is a public, coeducational institution. The 240-acre campus is located in an urban area in Corpus Christi. Total undergraduate and graduate enrollment is approximately 7400. Figures in the above capsule and this profile are approximate.

The College of Business was founded in 1971 and is located on the main campus. The basic educational approach is a mix of theory and application, with more emphasis on the case study method and application than on the theoretical approach.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business Academics

The College of Business offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Accountancy (MAcc). Other programs include accounting internships. The strongest areas of study are accounting and business administration. The most popular course is in management. Regular programs bring distinguished speakers and visiting professors to campus.

Thirty total credits are required to complete the MBA, including 6 elective credits. Required courses include:

• Accounting Topics
• Economic Analysis
• Software Based Business Solutions
• Operations Management
• Managerial Finance
• Organizational Behavior and Theory
• Marketing Management
• Administrative Strategy and Policy

Required courses for the MAcc include:

• Advanced Auditing
• Tax Consulting, Planning, and Research
• Information Systems in Accounting
• Advanced Cost Accounting
• Integrative Accounting Theory and Strategy
• Managerial Finance
• 2 graduate business electives

Students may eliminate or substitute requirements with undergraduate course work or CLEP exam with required score.

The maximum time permitted to complete the master’s degree program attending full or part time is 7 years.

In a recent year, there were 24 total full-time graduate business faculty, of whom 97% held a doctorate. Average number of courses faculty teach is 3; average business class size is 30.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business Unique Programs

Library

The university’s main library houses a collection of more than 400,000 volumes, 340,000 microform items, and 7000 audio/video tapes/CDs, and subscribes to 1500 periodicals. The business library is particularly strong in accounting and tax business periodicals. Students have access to such databases and networks as Business Source Premier, Lexis/Nexis, CCH Federal Tax, Dow Jones/Factiva, Compact Disclosure, STAT-USA, FIS Online, Ideal Science Direct, Business and Co. Resource Center, and Worldscape Global. Other opportunities for research consist of interlibrary loans, the Internet, Amigos, Bibliographic Council, Phoenix Group, and business reference collection.

Computers

Graduate business students need not have their own PCs. The business school has its own computer facilities, consisting of 96 computers in the Business Computer Lab, which is open 72 hours a week. Technical assistance is readily available. Software includes Windows and Microsoft Office.

Career and Job Placement

Placement services are limited, since most students are already employed full time, but those available to alumni include career planning and a placement web site. Placement is available through 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, and proof of adequate funds to cover each year of study. There is a special application fee of $50. Check with the school for current application deadlines.

Calendar

The school operates on a traditional semester basis. Semesters are 16 weeks long; summer sessions, 5 weeks. Graduate programs are offered during the evening only.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business Admissions

A bachelor’s degree is required. Most important admissions factors are work experience, essays, and letters of recommendation. A strong mathematics background is required.

The number of applicants for a recent class was 53; 48 were accepted; 40 enrolled. The average GPA was 3.25; average GMAT score was 500. Transfers are accepted.

Students may begin the MBA program in the fall, spring, and summer. To apply, students must submit an application form, a transcript, GMAT scores, 2 letters of recommendation, a resume, and an essay. Students are notified upon receipt of all documents of the admissions decision. The latest acceptable test date for fall entry is November. Once accepted, students may defer admission. Check with the school for current application deadlines and fee.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business Financial Aid

Stipends and programs are available for minority students. The FAFSA is required.

Tuition for in-state residents is approximately $285 per credit, or $1695 per year. Nonresidents pay $905 per credit, or $5420 per year. On-campus room and board costs approximately $7020; books and supplies, $600; personal expenses, $1180; and other fees, $2440 to $6170, for an estimated annual total of $12,935 for in-state residents and $20,385 for out-of-state residents. Graduate student housing in on-campus apartments is limited. Most graduate students live off campus.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, College of Business Students

Thirty percent of the current graduate business school class are enrolled full time; 85% have had an average of 8 years of full-time work experience prior to entering graduate school, a factor preferred by the school. Forty-two percent are women, 25% are minorities, and 5% are foreign nationals. The average age at entrance is 34; ages range from 22 to 62. Three percent already have a graduate degree. Students’ undergraduate majors were as follows: 61%, business; 17%, engineering; 13%, liberal arts; 8%, math and science; and 1%, health.