Spring 2006 Registration

Registration begins October 31 at 4 p.m.

Intersession Schedule Included!

evening Advising (by appointment only)

Main Campus, Philadelphia (College Hall, Suite 211)...... Tuesday, November 29

BucksCountyCenter, Newtown...... Thursday, December 8

Gwynedd-MercyCollege, MontgomeryCounty……………………………………………………………………Tuesday, November 15

REGISTRATION

Mail-In, Fax, Internet...... October 31 - January 7

Late Mail-In, Fax, Internet...... January 8 – January 11

Late In-Person...... January 12 – January 17

Billing...... Begins December 13

Registration Instructions

As you begin planning for the upcoming semester, we’d like to remind you that advisors are available to assist you. Please consult the advising schedule on the front cover or contact the MBA Office at 215-951-1057 to set up a phone or in-person appointment.

ID Number

You must use your La SalleUniversity ID number for web access. Your ID number is on your registration form.

Web

Web registration is still the fastest and most efficient way to register! You can insure your spot in a class immediately by using the web system and instructions on how to use it are on your form.

Fax

Please fax your registration ONLY if the web process does not work for you. It typically takes 7-10 days for a fax registration to be processed and, if a class closes during that time, we cannot guarantee you a spot in the class.

The MBA Office fax number is 215-951-1886. If you fax your registration to the number printed on the form, this will delay processing even further.

Important Notes

  • Check prerequisites carefully before registering for a course.
  • Register early to hold your spot in a class!
  • Some classes have a special schedule and these details are listed in the notes. Please read these carefully!
  • If you decide not to take a class for which you have registered, you must drop it before noon on January 23 to obtain a full refund. (Intersession courses must be dropped by December 17, 2005).
  • Your invoice is confirmation of your course registration.
  • If you have a question about registration, please call the MBA Office at 215-951-1057.

Contact Numbers

Main Campus, Philadelphia215-951-1057

BucksCountyCenter, Newtown

215-579-7335

Gwynedd-MercyCollege 215-641-5508

From the MBA Office

  • Staff news – Welcome and Thanks!

Caitlin Tercha is our new, talented Assistant Director (at Gwynedd-Mercy Campus). Caitlin has been at La Salle for seven years in University Communications. She joined us in August 2005 and is doing a GREAT job! You can contact Caitlin at .

Dyani Rodriguez, our amazing assistant, was recently promoted within the School of Business to Manager of Communications and Technology Support. A search for her replacement is in progress (although that will be a difficult task!). Many thanks to Dyani for her invaluable talents! Good luck!

  • Intersession Courses at Bucks and Main Campuses - Complete a course between the Fall and Spring semesters! Several courses will be offered in an accelerated format beginning December 17, 2005 and ending on January 12, 2006. This is a great way to complete a course in less than one month between semesters. Check the schedule and note #8 for details. Demand for these courses will be high. You must register for these courses by December 16, 2005.
  • Trip Courses - We are offering several exciting seminar/trip courses again this Spring semester to Mexico, Europe and the Pacific Rim (Asia). These courses can be used as specialization courses in International Business, MGT, MKT, FIN (as listed) or as an elective. Please see the footnotes for details.
  • Textbooks are available at the Bookstore on the campus where your class is scheduled.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition per credit hour $635.00

General University Fee $85.00

(per semester)

Vehicle Registration Fee $30.00

(Main Campus only – per semester)

MBA CALENDAR

Spring 2006

Martin Luther King, Jr. HolidayMonday, January 16

Classes BeginTuesday, January 17

Last day for drop/addMonday, January 23

Spring BreakMonday, March 6 -
Saturday, March 11

Last Day to Withdraw (andTuesday, March 28

Receive “W” Grade)

Easter Holiday (GradSchool)Saturday, April 15

Classes EndWeek of April 24

Final ExamsWeek of May 1

Baccalaureate MassSaturday, May 13

CommencementSunday, May 14

Summer 2006 (tentative)

Classes BeginMonday, May 15

Memorial Day HolidayMonday, May 29

Memorial Day MakeupFriday, June 2

Independence Day HolidayTuesday, July 4

Independence Day MakeupFriday, July 7

Classes EndWeek of August 7

Fall 2006 (tentative)

Classes BeginMonday, August 28

It’s that time of year again……

Snow Numbers

If inclement weather occurs, listen for the following cancellation numbers on KYW 1060 AM:

Main Campus………………..……..2105

Gwynedd-MercyCollege………..2344

BucksCountyCenter…………….………….2746

The MBA Office does NOT make the decision about campus closures in inclement weather. For the most up-to-date information about the status of classes, check the University website at or call:

University Closure Hotline –

215.951.1910

Save These Dates…

The School of Business encourages MBA students to participate in our upcoming events. If you would like to attend, learn more, or suggest an event, please contact our new Manager of Events and Public Relations – Kate Benner ().

  • Economic Outlook 2006 featuring James B. Stewart (January 24, 2006)

La Salle’s School of Business and the Union League of Philadelphia present Economic Outlook 2006 featuring James B. Stewart. Join us for the luncheon and presentation on Tuesday, January 24, 2006. Space is limited.

  • Beta Gamma Sigma Induction Ceremony (April 6, 2006)

In 2004, La Salle’s School of Business was named the Outstanding Chapter – Gold Level by Beta Gamma Sigma. BGS is the Honor Society for the highest-ranking business students from AACSB International accredited programs. Membership in BGS is by invitation only and only graduating students are eligible for membership. Those MBA students selected will be notified in March.

  • Banker’s Day (April 21, 2006)

Undergraduate students enrolled in BUS 100: Business Perspectives present their team business plans to a two-person executive panel. As a current MBA student, you can join the visiting executives to role play as banking loan officers. Executives assess the undergrad students’ business plans and decide on financing, including loans and interest rates. Please email Kate Benner () if you are interested in volunteering.

Notes

1. MBA 503 A, GA, BA - Mathematical Methods Module

This one-credit course is only offered in the Spring Semester. It meets on 5 Saturdays. Class time is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Section A - January 21 - February 18

Section BA - February 25 – April 1 (No class on March 11)

SectionGA- April 8 – May 13 (No class on April 15)

2. MBA 810 A – Self-Assessment for Leadership This course meets on the following Saturdays from 8:30 – 2:30 p.m. (except as noted): January 28, February 11 (see note #3), February 18, March 4, March 18, April 8, April 22 (8:30 – Noon).

3. MBA 810 A, GA, BA - Self-Assessment for LeadershipThis course requires one full day weekend assessment workshop. More information will be provided in class. ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY and a $30 lab fee is required.Self Assessment Dates(8:15 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.):MBA 810 A: Saturday, February 11 - MainMBA 810 GA: Sunday, January 29 - GMCMBA 810 BA: Saturday, February 4 - Bucks

4. MBA 901/MBA 902 A, BA, GA – Competing in a Global Market I and II

The capstone courses must be taken in sequence at the same campus during the last year of study and registration must be approved by the MBA Office. You must fax (215-951-1886) or mail your registration. Web registration will not be accepted for either course.

5. MGT 786 A and BA – International Seminar (Mexico) We are offering this exciting seminar again this Spring. The course will include travel to Mexico City from March 2-11, 2006 (during Spring Break). The class will also meet on 7 Thursday evenings (TBA) at both Main and Bucks campuses via video conference. The cost is tuition plus $1850 for travel costs.

6. MKT 738 A and BA – Services Marketing Seminar - Managing services and delivering quality service to customers has become the central focus in companies from all industrial sectors. Superior service today drives the competitive advantage of leading service companies that range from Charles Schwab, Ritz-Carlton Hotels, and FedEx to the more traditional manufacturers like IBM and GE.

The purpose of this course is to help prepare you to function as an effective executive in a services economy. You will become knowledgeable about the nature and characteristics of services, the marketing implications of product intangibility, the concept of service quality, and the drivers of sustainable success in service businesses.

7. FIN 784 BA/MKT 784 BA – International Seminars in Finance/Marketing (Europe)

This annual seminar offers a unique learning experience. Students will travel to Belgium and Germany from April 29 through May 10, 2006. Seven mandatory Saturday class sessions (TBA) will be held at the Newtown Campus. The cost is tuition plus $2400 for travel costs.

8. MBA 820 A, MGT 760 BA & MGT 780 A (Intersession) - These courses meet on a special accelerated schedule between Fall and Spring semester. Each class will meet:

  • Saturday, December 17 – 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, January 3, 4, 5 - 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Saturday, January 7 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, January 10, 11, 12 - 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Registrations for these courses will not be accepted after December 16, 2005. Students may drop these courses (100% tuition refund) BEFORE the first class on December 17, 2005. After that date, you may withdraw but there is no tuition refund.

9. FIN 785 BA/MKT 785 BA – International Seminars in Finance/Marketing (Asia/Pacific Rim)

This bi-annual seminar offers a unique learning experience. Students will travel to Hong Kong and Singapore during intersession from January 2 - 12. Mandatory class sessions are being held NOW, so please contact us IMMEDIATELY if you are not already attending them and plan to participate. The cost is tuition plus $2900 for travel costs.

School of Business Administration

College Hall Suite 211

1900 West Olney Avenue

Philadelphia, PA19141

215.951.1057

215.951.1886 FAX

Paul Brazina, MBA, CPA

Interim Dean

Joseph Y. Ugras, Ph.D., CMA

Associate Dean

Susan E. Mudrick, MBA

Assistant Dean

Terry Jackson, M.Mgt., M.Ed.

Director, Part-Time MBA Program

Elizabeth Scofield, MBA

Director, International and Full-Time MBA Programs

Caitlin Tercha, M.A.

Assistant Director, MBA Program

Dyani Rodriguez, B.A.

Manager, SBA Communications/Technology Support

Kate Benner, B.S.

Manager, Events and Public Relations

Samantha Thompson, B.A.

Administrative Assistant, School of Business

Shirley Anderson, A.A.

Administrative Assistant, Gwynedd-MercyCollege Campus