This option is offered within the following major(s):

• Chemistry - College of Science

The Business option is designed for chemists interested in, for example, opening a small business, working in sales and marketing, or as preparation for entering the MBA program at OSU¹. Students earn a BS degree in Chemistry in four years and can also fulfill course work required as part of the minor in Business and Entrepreneurship². This option is also a good stepping stone for law school or graduate studies in chemistry. The option includes six courses in accounting, law, finance, organizational systems.

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 Students who complete these business courses and some additional courses may apply upon graduation to the OSU College of Business to be accepted into a 45-credit, three-term MBA program. All students serious about pursuing an OSU MBA should make an appointment with the College of Business MBA advisor, 541-737-3716. Students should also take BA 211 and BA 213 at the undergraduate level.

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There are additional requirements for the minor in Business and Entrepreneurship. For example, the minor also requires an orientation course, GPA requirements, and academic residency requirements. You are advised to meet with an advisor in the College of Business.

The Business option is designed for the Track-Two BS degree in Chemistry.

Option Code: 523

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 Baccalaureate Core Course (BCC)

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 BA 357 requires a special override from an advisor in the COB because chemistry majors substitute ST 351 or ST 314 for BA 276.

Option Code: 523