Choosing a Major

Each degree path has tools and skills to offer that can help you to succeed in whatever career you choose. When you have the right information, selecting a major doesn't have to be a daunting process. Take a look at the list below to learn more about each of the majors that we offer here in the Coles College of Business.

When should I choose a major?

You can declare a Business "Interest" right away. Typically, you will officially declare your major in your Sophomore year.

How do I declare my major when I am ready? 

Declare or change your major through Owl Express.

Select a Major in:

• Accounting
  • Why Choose Accounting?
    • A top 5 “In Demand” degree, USA Today college
    • 1-year accelerated Masters of Accounting secondary degree option
    • 1 of 7 colleges and universities worldwide recognized at the IIA Center of Excellence level.

    Today's accountant has to have more than accounting knowledge; they need the business acumen and communication skills to provide meaningful insight and guidance. Our graduates have these tools and more, preparing them to meet the needs of a dynamic and challenging marketplace.

    We provide a quality education, empowering our students for successful careers by cultivating leadership, which is why demand for our graduates continues to grow. With your degree, you can work almost anywhere… for profit, non-profit, or in time, even strike out on your own!

  • Advising Checklists*

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Accounting

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2013–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2013 (PDF)

    For Fall 2010–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2010 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Accounting Career Coaches

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coaches for Accounting Majors are:

    Bruce Lindemann (p) 470-578-6055 (e) blindema@kennesaw.edu
    Richard Clune (p) 470-578-6055 (e) rclune@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Accounting Major (PDF)

  School of Accountancy (PDF)

  Go to the School of Accountancy

• Economics
  • Why Choose Economics?
    • Excellent starting salaries
    • A focus on critical thinking
    • Effective gateway to graduate/law school
    • Diverse career opportunities

    Economics Majors today apply their skills solving problems, developing strategy, and creating solutions. It’s not about tasks, it’s about understanding the big picture. Sure, there will be plenty of math and data to help you cultivate solutions, but if you are willing to work hard, the reward can be great.

    The best of both worlds, your education will combine the well-rounded perspective of the Liberal Arts with the practical applications of Business. This can open your future to virtually limitless possibilities. When you know how to think, there isn’t much that can stand in your way.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Economics

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2013–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2013 (PDF)

    For Fall 2010–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2010 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Economics Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coach for Economics Majors is:

    John Como (p) 470-578-4758 (e) jcomo1@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Economics Major (PDF)

  Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis

• Entrepreneurship
  • Why Choose Entrepreneurship?

    Here at Coles, we don’t teach entrepreneurship, we unleash it. Challenge yourself to get off of the sidelines of opportunity, to take the plunge and excel in whatever career you choose.

    A degree in Entrepreneurship empowers you to go beyond owning your own business, preparing you for an array of employment opportunities. Yours will be a no excuses, courage over comfort mentality that invites ideas, innovation, and success.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Finance

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

  • Entrepreneurship Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coaches for Entrepreneurship Majors are:

    Terri Elhaddaoui (p) 470-578-6552 (e) telhadda@kennesaw.edu
    Priscilla Hollman(p) 470-578-6055 (e) phollman@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Entrepreneurship Major (PDF)

  Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality (PDF)

  Go to the Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality

• Finance
  • Why Choose Finance?
    • High starting salaries
    • Growth potential
    • In demand degree
    • Abundant internship opportunities

    If you are eager to hit the ground running after college, a Finance degree from Coles will give you the tools you need to kick start your career. You will receive a complete business education, all while building your knowledge of investment management, financial markets, institutions, and more.

    Of course, you will be marketable in the financial sector, but that is just the beginning. Your knowledge will give you the power to define your direction, making you ready for an immediate impact.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Finance

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Finance Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coach for Finance Majors is:

    John Como (p) 470-578-4758 (e) jcomo1@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Finance Major (PDF)

  Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis

• Hospitality Management
  • Why Choose Hospitality Management?
    • Opportunities to travel, see the world, learn about other cultures, and connect with people
    • Hospitality and tourism is the 5th largest employer in Georgia
    • Experiential learning through internships or hospitality experience

    The hospitality industry is incredibly diverse spanning industries like hotels and restaurants, meeting, convention and event planning, tourism, sports and entertainment food service, and more. Students can specialize their knowledge through work experience and/or choosing a minor to add value to their degree.

    We provide a quality education at the intersection of service management and analytics, through offering courses in guest service management, revenue management, and strategic analytics in hospitality. In this age of Big Data, the prospective program will equip students with the skills to analyze and interpret how external and internal factors influence decision making in hospitality enterprises, and thereby impact financial performance.

  • Advising Checklists

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Hospitality

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

  • Hospitality Career Coaches

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career.

    Go to ColesCollege.com/hughes to learn more.

  Hospitality Management Major (PDF)

  Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality (PDF)

  Go to the Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality

• Information Security & Assurance
  • Why Choose Information Security & Assurance?
    • High-demand skills
    • Online degree options
    • Faculty actively engaged with security experts
    • Excellent placement rate for graduates with high starting salaries

     If you enjoy critical thinking and problem solving and can handle pressure, Information Security and Assurance (ISA) might be right for you. Armed with the right tools and a balanced education, you will be prepared to protect the critical information of any organization.

    We are committed to your success and giving you a competitive edge. Let’s get started!

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Information Security & Assurance

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2014 (PDF)

  • Information Security & Assurance Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coach for Information Security & Assurance Majors is:

    Andrew Green (p) 470-578-4352 (e) agreen57@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Information Security & Assurance (PDF)

  Department of Information Systems (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Information Systems

• Information Systems
  • Why Choose Information Systems?
     

    • High market demand
    • Excellent starting salaries
    • Active, engaged faculty
    • Exceptional job placement rate at graduation

    Our graduates work at the intersection of information technology and business, creating solid working relationships, and applying their knowledge to solve business problems and drive business strategy.

    Don’t know a lot about technology already? That’s okay. We can build your technical knowledge. You just have to want to learn it! With a degree in Information Systems from the Coles College of Business, you will be ready to launch your career.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Information Systems

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2012–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2012 (PDF)

  • Information Systems Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coach for Information Systems Majors is:

    Wes Rhea (p) 470-578-2678 (e) jrhea@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Information Systems (PDF)

  Department of Information Systems (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Information Systems

• International Business
  • Why Choose International Business? 
    • See the world and work globally
    • Job growth
    • Relevant skills
    • Wide range of opportunity
    • Well-rounded education

    The world is connected like never before. We can give you the skills you need to be a part of this expanding global marketplace. Travel the world with destinations across Europe, Asia, South America, Australia, Africa, and more. If it’s the world you want, your experience in the Coles College of Business can take you there!

    As you pursue your degree, you will study liberal arts, all areas of business, foreign language, international culture and practices, and experience education abroad. Combine your major with a minor in a foreign language or any business specialty and truly set your degree apart.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for International Business

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2007–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • International Business Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coach for International Business Majors is:

    Diane Fennig (p) 470-578-4757 (e) dfennig@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  International Business (PDF)

  Department of Marketing and Professional Sales (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Marketing and Professional Sales

• Management
  • Why Choose Management?
    • Diverse job opportunities
    • High market demand
    • Career stability
    • Relevant skill set
    • Online degree options

    Do you enjoy problem solving? Have a take charge attitude? A degree in Management will empower you to achieve business objectives, start your own business, and be a leader. You can even specialize your degree to define your own personal career goals.

    In the Core Program, you will study the management of organizations, people, and projects along with courses in operations management, entrepreneurship, international business, and human resources.

  • Advising Checklist
     

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Management

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2012–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2012 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Management Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coaches for Management Majors are:

    Terri Elhaddaoui (p) 470-578-6552 (e) telhadda@kennesaw.edu
    Priscilla Hollman(p) 470-578-6055 (e) phollman@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building

  Management (PDF)

  Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality (PDF)

  Go to the Michael A. Leven School of Management, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality

• Marketing
  • Why Choose Marketing?
    • Exciting careers
    • Action-oriented field
    • Growing job market
    • Diverse opportunities
    • Exceptional earnings potential

    Marketing lives at the intersection of creativity and analysis. It is born of curiosity, communication, analysis, and a keen eye for trends. You will learn to understand your audience and use that understanding to meet the needs of your customers and clients.

    With a set of skills that every business needs, you will be in demand! A BBA in Marketing from Coles College of Business will prepare you to make an impact wherever your journey takes you.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Marketing

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2013–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2014 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Marketing Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coaches for Marketing Majors are:

    Leila Borders (p) 470-578-6960 (e) aborder4@kennesaw.edu
    Rey Versola (p) 470-578-2939 (e) cversola@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Marketing (PDF)

  Department of Marketing and Professional Sales (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Marketing and Professional Sales

• Professional Sales
  • Why Choose Professional Sales?
    • Job placement for graduates is above 90%
    • Dozens of networking opportunities with industry leading professionals.
    • Rated one of the top sales programs in the country by the Sales Education Foundation
    • Certified by the Professional Society for Sales and Marketing Training

    A degree in Professional Sales from the Coles College of Business will prepare you with the tools, skills, and support you need for success. Unique resources like our state of the art sales lab and Center for Professional Selling offer experiential learning opportunities that help you make an impact immediately after graduation. Employers will be looking for you!

    You will take courses in professional selling, sales management, business to business marketing, consumer behavior, entrepreneurship, and more.

  • Advising Checklist

    General Education Requirements for All Business Students

    For Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)
    
    For Fall 2016 to Summer 2020 (PDF)

    Prior to Fall 2016 (PDF)

    Major Courses for Professional Sales

    Fall 2020 and Later (PDF)

    For Fall 2016–Summer 2020 (PDF)

    For Fall 2015–Summer 2016 (PDF)

    For Fall 2014–Summer 2015 (PDF)

    For Fall 2011–Summer 2013 (PDF)

    For Fall 2008–Summer 2011 (PDF)

    For Fall 2006–Summer 2008 (PDF)

  • Professional Sales Career Coaching

    Students in the Coles College of Business have a unique resource. Through the Hughes Leadership and Career Program, Business students have the opportunity to work with a career coach to define their strengths and help navigate the way from classroom to career. The coaches for Professional Sales Majors are:

    Leila Borders (p) 470-578-6960 (e) aborder4@kennesaw.edu
    Rey Versola (p) 470-578-2939 (e) cversola@kennesaw.edu

    Located in UPAC: Undergraduate Programs Advising Center
    Suite BB 431, 4th Floor of the Burruss Building
    (e) colesupac@kennesaw.edu (p) 470-578-6055

  Professional Sales (PDF)

  Department of Marketing and Professional Sales (PDF)

  Go to the Department of Marketing and Professional Sales

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Two Year Tentative Course Schedule

Plan ahead! View the Two Year Tentative Course Schedule for:

Accountancy

Economics, Finance, & Quantitative Analysis

Information Systems Major

Information Security and Assurance (ISA)

Management, Entrepreneurship & Hospitality

Marketing & Professional Sales