Kogod Departments and Centers
The school is made up of six departments: Accounting and Taxation, Finance and Real Estate, International Business, Information Technology, Management, and Marketing. The Accounting and Taxation Department oversees the instruction of all courses pertaining to accounting, taxation, and business law. The Department of Finance and Real Estate provides courses in finance, financial institutions, managerial economics, and real estate. The Department of International Business offers a variety of international courses that cover all of the business disciplines, including marketing, human resources management, finance, accounting, and trade. The Department of Information Technology provides instruction in information technology, with particular emphasis on the global dimensions of technology, as well as production/operations management, statistics, strategies for information technology development and use, and management of information technology resources. The Management Department provides instruction in the areas of human resources, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, strategy, business and corporate ethics, sustainability management, and global business citizenship. The Department of Marketing teaches courses in consumer behavior, research, advertising and promotion, marketing strategy development, and technology based marketing.
The Center for Information Technology and the Global Economy is a leader in the area of business issues at the intersection of information technology and globalization. This is accomplished by supporting scholarly research and dialogue with the practitioner community.
The Kogod School of Business Tax Center promotes independent research and expands knowledge with respect to tax policy, tax planning and tax compliance for small and mid-size businesses, entrepreneurs and middle income taxpayers. The Center focuses on key problems with the nation’s tax laws that can create burdens and inequities for taxpayers; develops and analyzes proposed solutions; and promotes dialogue that aims to inform taxpayers, policymakers, academics, the press, and tax practitioners about a range of complex tax issues.
The Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation Initiative is committed to igniting a passion for entrepreneurship and advancing the ideas of our students and alumni. We enable students from across the university to bring their idea to life through the Incubator, Venture Fund, and a wide network of mentors and other resources.
The Cybersecurity Governance Center promotes multidisciplinary research that is relevant to the ongoing challenges of cyber risk management and governance. We seek to develop new knowledge about managing risks associated with cybersecurity by continuing the intellectual capital of American University with that of partner organizations.
Kogod Center for Career Development (KCCD)
Given the unique professional development needs of business students, Kogod has its own career center which provides comprehensive career services to all Kogod students. The KCCD hosts a wide range of employers for on-campus recruiting and coordinates NYC industry trips each fall (Finance/Real Estate) and spring (Marketing/Communication). Through cutting edge online resources and a knowledgeable staff, KCCD provides students 24/7 career support ranging from identifying an area of interest to identifying potential employers. Professional and student staff provide customized one-on-one advising, workshops and mock interviews to ensure students are successful not only in their initial internship and job searches, but in their lifelong career management as well. Throughout the year, KCCD hosts Industry Days that bring working professionals, hiring managers, alumni and students together for educational and hiring purposes. These Industry Days include Accounting/Finance, Consulting, IT, Marketing, International Business, the Business of Entertainment as well as The Kogod Network. More information about KCCD is available at: www.american.edu/kogod/career/index.cfm.
K-LAB (Kogod Leadership and Applied Business)
At Kogod, the belief is that education should extend beyond the classroom to include experiential learning that will enhance students’ intellectual development, leadership ability, communication skills, and professional self-confidence. To that end, a “lab” was created for business students, where activities that allow undergraduates and graduates to learn valuable skills in real world settings are developed and supported. Information on programs as well as student clubs and organizations is available at: www.american.edu/kogod/klab/.
Kogod Student Organizations
Accounting Club
Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi)
American Fashion Society
Asian MBA Association
Association for Information Systems
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Black MBA Association
Entrepreneurship Club
Financial Management Association (FMA)
Graduate Business Association (GBA)
Graduate Consulting Group
Graduate Marketing Club
Hispanic Business Association (HBA)
International Business Club
Import-Export Club
Kogod Marketing Association (KMA)
Kogod Women in Business (KWB)
National Black MBA Association
Net Impact at American University
Private Equity & Venture Capital Club
Real Estate Club
Toastmasters
Undergraduate Business Association (UBA)
Undergraduate Consulting Club
Programs
The Case Competition is the annual signature event hosted by the Kogod School of Business for all graduate and undergraduate students at AU. Case competitions are an excellent opportunity for students to sharpen their communication skills, case analysis, presentation style, and problem-solving techniques. Students work in teams to analyze a business case and present their findings to area business leaders and alumni who serve as judges.
The 1955 Club provides undergraduate students with meaningful opportunities to develop leadership skills through an annual leadership retreat. The organization emphasizes personal responsibility, integrity, and professional development. The 1955 Club has two groups: Kogod Envoys serve as program ambassadors, and Peer Mentors provide support to first year students.
The Washington Initiative is a service learning program that provides Kogod undergraduates with volunteer opportunities to work on substantial business projects at local non-profits and charitable agencies while earning academic credit. The program challenges students to examine their beliefs and values about business, ethics, and civic responsibility by applying business practices to the community’s needs.
The Road Scholars program exposes undergraduate students to the study of business and leadership through organized study and travel to a different destination each year. Through site visits, networking events, and workshops, students experience diverse industries firsthand.
The Making a Difference is Our Business program supports and coordinates projects each semester to provide graduate students with the opportunity to work with fellow students on service projects.
Global Learning Programs
One of Kogod’s core philosophies is that students who have spent time in diverse locations are better prepared to manage and communicate in cross-cultural settings and compete in a global environment. To complete this critical piece of their business education, students can choose from programs of various lengths in more than 100 locations worldwide, including over 30 accredited business programs in nearly 20 countries.
Kogod undergraduate students can pursue a range of global learning opportunities, including semester, summer or year-long study abroad programs, intern abroad programs, and intensive short-term courses focused on a specific economy or region of the world. While abroad, students can earn core or elective credits toward their degree requirements.
Kogod graduate students can choose from several short-term immersive programs, offered in major European business centers as well as emerging economies. Kogod also offers semester abroad opportunities for graduate students. Professional MBA students participate in an integrated international experience, and all students enrolled in the full-time MBA complete a Global Consulting project.
Business Honorary Society
The school recognizes the academic, professional, and personal achievement of enrolled students through membership in Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS). BGS is the highest academic recognition for outstanding students from an AACSB accredited undergraduate or graduate business program. Eligible students are invited to membership every spring.
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