Scott College of Business

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Scott College of Business
207 Federal Hall
812-237-2002 | ISU-GradBusiness@indstate.edu
 

INTRODUCTION

The Scott College of Business at Indiana State University delivers a high-quality, comprehensive graduate education designed to prepare students for success in a dynamic global business environment. Rooted in a mission of academic excellence and professional relevance, the College fosters an intellectually stimulating climate that integrates rigorous coursework with meaningful co-curricular experiences. Personalized faculty engagement supports each student’s journey in setting and achieving both professional and personal goals. All graduate programs offered by the Scott College of Business are accredited by AACSB International—the world’s premier accrediting body for business schools—demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of excellence in business education.

GRADUATE DEGREE OFFERED:

Master of Business Administration / Terre Haute (on-campus)

The Scott Campus MBA is a highly respected, affordable, flexible, and powerful advanced business degree with top accreditation. The campus MBA program at the Scott College of Business provides a unique opportunity for students seeking an advanced degree with flexible options. Designed to promote an acceptable work-life balance, rolling admission offers the flexibility to begin the program in fall or spring and finish the degree in as early as 18 months. Evening classes help blend the need of working professionals as well as full-time students.

Website:indianastate.edu/mba

Master of Business Administration / Online

The Scott Online MBA is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students seeking an accelerated career track with an acceptable work-life balance. The program is delivered in an 8-week asynchronous format offering the flexibility to graduate in one year, eighteen months, or two years. Dedicated faculty with rich experience in the industry inject currency and relevance into a practitioner-focused curriculum that imparts knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to negotiate the challenges of an ever-changing global business environment.

Website: indianastate.edu/mba

Professional Master of Business Administration (ProMBA) 

The Scott College of Business offers a Professional MBA program – the ProMBA. This two-year, cutting-edge MBA is developed specifically for individuals with five or more years of professional work experience. The ProMBA combines personal, in-class learning with state-of-the-art distance learning technologies to address the needs of individuals who are intent on advancing their learning and careers while balancing work and family responsibilities.

Website: indianastate.edu/academics/academic-program-finder/scott-professional-mba-promba

Master of Science (MS) in Human Resource Development (HRD) online

The Scott College of Business MS in HRD prepares you for exceptional career opportunities in higher education, industry, social agencies, and government. With flexible coursework, you can complete your degree while maintaining full-time employment or managing other responsibilities, making it a practical choice for professionals.

Website: indianastate.edu/academics/academic-program-finder/human-resource-development-ms

Organizational Leadership and Learning Graduate Certificate/online

The Scott College of Business Organizational Leadership and Learning Graduate Certificate program is ideal for professionals working in (or aspiring toward) management and leadership roles in the areas of organizational development, coaching, team building, and developing human resources.

Website: indianastate.edu/academics/academic-program-finder/organizational-leadership-and-learning-graduate-certificate

Human Resource Development Graduate Certificate/online

The Scott College of Business Human Resource Development (HRD) Graduate Certificate is a 12-credit program that focuses on designing, developing, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating education, training, and other human resource development activities. A major benefit of the program is its flexibility. Taking advantage of the online format, students can work full-time as they complete their coursework. The program can be completed entirely online without campus visits. The program is also offered on the Indiana State University campus.

Website: indianastate.edu/academics/academic-program-finder/human-resource-development-graduate-certificate

INSTRUCTION

The Scott College of Business is committed to pedagogical excellence and student success. Our dedicated faculty bring extensive industry experience into the classroom, delivering a practitioner-focused curriculum that is both current and relevant. Through this approach, graduate students gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to navigate the complexities of today’s dynamic global business environment.

INTELLECTUAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Faculty members at the Scott College of Business actively contribute to the scholarship of their disciplines through ongoing research and intellectual inquiry. Their work applies theoretical frameworks, fosters critical thinking, and supports the development of innovative teaching materials—all while advancing knowledge on a national stage. Graduate students benefit from opportunities to collaborate with faculty on these scholarly endeavors, often resulting in conference presentations and academic publications.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

Faculty at the Scott College of Business contribute their expertise through consulting, leadership, and advisory roles, fostering the exchange of ideas at regional, national, and international levels. This professional engagement enhances classroom instruction by integrating real-world experience with academic theory. The College encourages faculty to incorporate scholarship and service into their teaching and to involve students in applied learning whenever possible. This synergy supports a learning-centered environment that distinguishes the Scott College of Business within Indiana and beyond. Graduate programs are designed to prepare students for executive and management roles while building a strong foundation for continued academic or professional advancement.

ADVISING

All M.B.A. students are advised by the Office of Graduate Programs. Before beginning coursework in the program, each student must meet with the coordinator to develop a program of study that will meet program requirements and individual needs.

GRADUATE FACULTY

Professors

Chandra, Aruna, Ph.D., Kent State University
Chairperson, Department of Management, Information Systems, and Business Education and Professor of Management
Specialization: Strategic Management

Chao, Chia-An, Ph.D., Indiana University
Professor of Management Information Systems
Specialization: Business Education, Information and Technology

Crowder, Cindy, Ph.D., University of Tennessee
Associate Dean and Professor of Human Resource Development
 

Haque, Mahfuzul, Ph.D., University of New Orleans
Professor of Finance
Specialization: Finance

Sanders, Joseph, C., Ph.D., CPA, CMA, CFM, University of Kentucky
Professor of Accounting
Specialization: Accounting

Associate Professors

He, Wei, Ph.D., Boston College
Associate Professor of Management
Specialization: Management

Park, Jin, Ph.D., Temple University
Chairperson, Department of Accounting, Finance, and Insurance and Risk Management and Associate Professor of Insurance and Risk Management
Specialization: Risk Management

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