2024-25 MBA STUDENT HANDBOOK

The Atkinson Graduate School of Management’s MBA Student Handbook is your guide to the expectations of academic and professional behavior, curricular requirements, regulations, policies, and procedures for MBA students enrolled at Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management.

The MBA Student Handbook includes policies and procedures of the Atkinson School as well as policies of Willamette University regarding Academic Integrity and Student Conduct governing all Willamette University students.

The content of the 2024-25 MBA Student Handbook applies to all students enrolled in an MBA course during fall semester 2024, spring semester 2025, or summer semester 2025.

The content of the Willamette University MBA Student Handbook is updated in mid-August each year. The handbook is subject to change based on administrative decisions and faculty governance.

Table of Contents

• Section I: Mission, Values, & Motto
• Section II: Resources & Tips for a Successful MBA Experience
• Section III. Expectations of Academic & Professional Behavior
• Section IV. Atkinson School Honor Code
• Section V. Violations of Academic Integrity or Professional Behavior
• Section VI. Investigating & Resolving Academic and Behavioral Violations
• Section VII. Graduation Requirements – MBA (Early Career/Career Change)
• Section VIII. Graduation Requirements – BA/MBA
• Section IX. Graduation Requirements – One Year MBA – Starting Fall 2024
• Section X. Graduation Requirements – One Year MBA – Starting Summer 2025
• Section XI. Graduation Requirements – JD/MBA
• Section XII. Graduation Requirements – MBA/MSDS
• Section XIII. Graduation Requirements – MBA for Professionals
• Section XIV. Academic Regulations, Grading, Waivers, Transfer Credits & Exceptions to Academic Policies – MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA & MBA/MSDS Programs
• Section XV. Academic Regulations, Grading, Waivers, Transfer Credits & Exceptions to Academic Policies – MBAP Program
• Section XVI. Academic Probation and Termination
• Section XVII. Registration and Enrollment Policies and Procedures - MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA & MBA/MSDS Programs
• Section XVIII. Registration and Enrollment Policies and Procedures - MBAP
• Section XIX Regulations Governing Specific GSM Courses
• Section XX. Commencement Ceremony Policies and Procedures
• Section XXI. University Financial Policies and Procedures
• Section XXII. Scholarship Awards, Renewals and Policies
• Section XXIII. Willamette University Policies

Section I: Mission, Motto and Values

Atkinson School Mission and Values

Mission: The Atkinson Graduate School of Management is committed to providing world class management education to U.S. and international students in all stages of their careers. We help our graduates acquire life-long learning skills and become outstanding leaders and managers in business, government, and nonprofit organizations worldwide by offering an intimate learning and practice environment, an integrated, cross-sectoral approach to management education, and dedication to quality teaching, instructional development, basic and applied research, and exceptional, customized career services.

Values: The Atkinson Graduate School of Management maintains that the purpose of all managerial activity is to create value. "Value" is worth as judged by someone other than the manager. It necessarily entails respecting human dignity, improving the welfare of the community through integration, and acting with integrity and competence. We expect our curriculum, pedagogy, internal governance, service, teaching, research and modeling will lead our graduates to pursue these values.

• Human Dignity: Treat people as ends and not means. Respect individuals, encourage participation, explore and resolve differences collaboratively.
• Integration: Seek and synthesize diverse interests, backgrounds, and knowledge. Act in accord with the common good. Foster trust. Pursue social responsibility and sustainability on the part of the enterprise.
• Integrity: Accept responsibility for our actions. Be transparent and act in accord with principles of substantive and procedural justice.
• Excellence: Promote excellence, competence, and continuous improvement.

Willamette University Mission and Motto

Mission: Through nationally distinctive programs connecting liberal education to professional practice, Willamette University prepares graduates to turn knowledge into action and lead lives of achievement, contribution, and meaning.

Motto: "Non nobis solum nati sumus — Not unto ourselves alone are we born"

Throughout Willamette’s history, our motto has meant much more than valuing community service. The motto asks us to develop our full potential and to use our talents and abilities to engage meaningfully with the world. Our motto resonates deeply in the life of our community, across all campus programs and with generations of alumni. We focus our talents and resources on preparing students for meaningful lives of personal and professional achievement and civic contribution.

Section II: Resources and Tips for a Successful MBA Experience

As a member of Willamette University and Atkinson School community, it is important to understand the resources and services available to help you when you need assistance.

The Willamette MBA is a rewarding and demanding professional and academic experience. It will require you to: learn new concepts; apply what you learn to organizations; effectively manage yourself, others and clients; develop new interpersonal, professional and leadership behaviors; adapt to change; and successfully manage your time, energy and stress. Each of these skills is critical to your personal and professional success.

The MBA experience is incredibly rewarding and also mirrors real life. There will be many times when you and your classmates will experience the difficulties of having multiple demands and roles in your life. When this happens, be sure to utilize your Atkinson School/Willamette network of people and support resources. We have people and services available to help you thrive during your educational, professional, and life-changing journey as an MBA student.

Personal Support Resources

Atkinson School Faculty and Staff: The Atkinson School faculty and staff are happy to listen to you and talk with you. Faculty and staff are also able to refer you to other School and University resources.

Bishop Wellness Center: The Bishop Wellness Center serves eligible Willamette students regardless of insurance coverage. The center provides health services and counseling services in a caring, comfortable, safe atmosphere.

Campus Safety: The goal of the Office of Campus Safety is to protect the Willamette University community and campus. Students should report emergencies, suspicious activity and criminal behavior to Campus Safety at 503-370-6911, safety@willamette.edu, or visit the Campus Safety office in the University Services Building. Campus Safety also offers safety escorts on campus, and up to two blocks off campus, during all hours of darkness. See the Campus Safety web site for important resources about personal safety.

Sexual Misconduct Resources for Students: Willamette University is committed to fostering a supportive learning community. Sexual misconduct in any form is a direct violation of this commitment and will not be tolerated, whether it occurs on or off campus and regardless of who is involved (students, staff, faculty, university community and guests). It undermines the trust and respect essential in an institution of higher learning, can create a hostile learning, working, and/or living environment, and represents a breach of specific provisions of the student code of conduct. Comprehensive resources for sexual assault and interpersonal violence are available.

We strongly encourage students to obtain immediate medical attention and seek support and care by disclosing incidents of sexual misconduct to someone who can connect them to support resources. This may be achieved by contacting one of the resources listed on the Support Resources page, or simply by completing the online reporting form.

Academic Support Resources

Atkinson School Faculty and Staff: The Atkinson School faculty and staff are happy to listen to you and talk with you. Faculty and staff are also able to refer you to other School and University resources.

Academic Advising: All students are always welcome to talk with any member of the faculty, staff or administration. The formal academic advising program for MBA students is as follows:

• Each first-year student enrolled in the full-time Early Career/Career Change MBA program is assigned a faculty advisor to assist them with questions.
• The designated advisors for MBA-P students are Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Ashley Nixon, and Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs, Andrew Kach.
• The Career Development staff advises all MBA and MBA-P students about career development and management.
• Assistant Dean of Students, Dave Sundby, assists all MBA and MBA-P students with academic related concerns.
• Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst assists all MBA and MBA-P students with registration and graduation audits.

Tutors: Students are encouraged to utilize the free tutor program and to talk with the instructor of any course in which they are experiencing difficulty. Tutors are second year students who specialize in tutoring specific subject areas. The tutor program is available for core courses.

Students are expected to utilize tutors in a manner that falls well within school and course policies in regard to collaboration, academic honesty and ethical behavior. The tutor's job is to help the student understand the concepts and processes involved in the course so the student can successfully complete their own work.

Management and Economics Librarian: Gary Klein, is the Reference Librarian for Management and Economics for the University’s Library. Gary works with Atkinson students and faculty.

Gary is an experienced librarian in these specialties and is always willing to help locate articles, statistics, and resources. Contact Gary by email at gklein@willamette.edu, phone (503-370- 6743) or at the library. See Gary’s special library guide for Atkinson students: https://libguides.willamette.edu/agsm.

Course Difficulties: Students are expected to be professional and proactive in discussing difficulties with course concepts, completing course work as assigned, grades, and other issues with the faculty member. The accepted process for discussion of course issues at the Atkinson School is to, first, talk to the instructor of the course. If talking with the instructor does not solve the concern, talk with Assistant Dean of Students, Dave Sundby.

Accessible Education Services: Willamette University is committed to the full access and inclusion of all qualified students in its programs. The Willamette Accessible Education Services office facilitates reasonable accommodation for students with a qualifying disability or temporary medical condition while maintaining institutional standards. Students seeking information about accessibility services should contact the Willamette University Accessible Education Services Office.

Communicate Your Concerns and Provide Feedback

Communicate Your Concerns: Students are always invited to communicate their concerns. Students are also expected to be professional and proactive in discussing their concerns. The accepted process for communicating your concerns at the Atkinson School is to, first, talk to the student, faculty or staff member involved in the concern. If talking to the student, faculty or staff member involved does not solve the concern, then talk to Assistant Dean of Students, Dave Sundby.

Course Evaluations: Every Atkinson School course is evaluated every year to stimulate improvement in the quality of teaching and learning in the MBA program. The information provided by students helps pinpoint specific strengths, weaknesses, and potential improvements. The school takes course evaluations seriously. Students are always encouraged to discuss a course with the professor at any time and do not have to wait until the conclusion of the semester to provide input about a course.

Getting the Most from Your MBA Education

Recent graduates offer the following tips for academic success at the Atkinson School:

• Study in groups of two to six students to benefit from the support and expertise of your student colleagues.
• Seek assistance from faculty, staff, fellow students and University resources.
• Plan your time. Atkinson courses require a consistent effort and pace as opposed to concentrated study for short periods of time. Understanding today's lecture, formula, or case usually depends on mastering the previous assignment
• Avoid getting bogged down in one class and letting others slip. Understand the benefits and limitations of dropping or withdrawing from a course. Seek advice from the professor, your faculty advisor or the other members of the Atkinson faculty or staff. If you decide to drop or withdraw from a course, email Karen Arthur, Recorder/Records Analyst at karthur@willamette.edu
• The Willamette MBA is a professional degree and requires a different approach than an undergraduate degree. Your success requires professional development and growth in three important areas: knowledge, experience and career development.

Knowledge is important ...but it's not enough by itself. Experience is important ...but it's not enough by itself. Career development is important ... but it's not enough by itself. It takes all three to achieve a great return on investment and meet your professional goals.

Section III. Expectations of Academic and Professional Behavior

Willamette MBA students are expected to conduct themselves with academic integrity, ethical conduct, and professionalism in all aspects of their MBA education and in all interactions with students, faculty, staff, clients, and guests of the Atkinson School and Willamette University. The information in this section of the handbook is your guide to the Atkinson School’s expectations of student behavior.

Academic and professional behavior is governed by the Atkinson School Honor Code, Willamette University Student Code of Conduct, Willamette University Academic Integrity Policy, applicable laws and regulations, and the Atkinson School expectations of academic honesty and professional behavior.

In the absence of a specific notation of expectations and policy, the Atkinson School Honor Code standards of professionalism and excellence are the default Atkinson School policy.

Expectations of Academic Honesty

The Atkinson School values honesty and integrity as essential qualities of an effective learning experience and the practice and profession of management. As such, all members of the Atkinson School community are expected to conduct themselves with honesty and integrity in all aspects of the Atkinson School experience. Learning, honesty, and integrity matter. If a person can't trust your choices or the decisions you make, your grades and your degree won't matter.

The following content outlines basic actions of academic integrity and provides tips for maintaining your academic honesty and integrity.

Never Cheat, Plagiarize, Use Unauthorized Academic Materials, or Misrepresent Facts Think before you act—it is never necessary to violate expectations of academic honesty and

integrity. If you are tempted to violate expectations of academic honesty, remember you always have other choices. In all cases, it is better to do your own work and present yourself honestly - even if you get a lower grade on a test or assignment - than to experience the personal, academic and professional consequences associated with violating the Honor Code. Put yourself in a good position for your development and growth and don’t let short term issues like lack of sleep, feeling panicked about your course work, etc. cloud your thinking.

Understand the Allowable Degree of Collaboration for Each Assignment

Be sure you understand the level of collaboration allowed for each deliverable, exam and project. The allowable level of collaboration will vary with each faculty member, course and assignment. If you have a question or do not understand the level of collaboration allowed on a given assignment, check the syllabus or ask the professor for clarification.

In general (unless otherwise presented by the faculty member, syllabus or assignment), you may discuss ideas with each other as a means of maximizing learning opportunities and understanding the issues involved before you prepare your individual work product for submission. However, you should complete your assignment on your own, as an individual with your own analysis, recommendations, solutions, information etc. Your written or presentation work product must be your own work and not that of others.

In the absence of information about the allowable degree of collaboration, always assume the assignment or work product is to be done individually and on your own.

Cite Your Sources: Atkinson students are required to submit only their original work, or the properly cited work of others. Whenever using the ideas, words, or work of another person, you must acknowledge the source. In written work, proper acknowledgment includes a comment in the text, a footnote, or both, and includes listing the source in the bibliography. In oral presentations, an explicit statement about the work's source is required.

Expectations of Professional Behavior

The Atkinson School values integrity, ethical conduct, teamwork, and professional behavior as essential elements of personal and professional growth. Students are expected to engage in professional behavior that contributes to their academic and professional development (as well as the good of the entire Atkinson community) in all interactions with peers, faculty, clients, staff, and guests of the Atkinson School. The following content outlines basic actions of professional behavior and provides tips for your MBA experience.

Be Proactive, Ask Questions, Use Your Resources

• Talk with your faculty, administrators and staff, mentors, peer career advisors and PACE teaching assistants, etc.
• Use the Atkinson tutoring program; the health and counseling services of the Bishop Wellness Center; Sparks Center fitness classes and activities; the services of the International Education Office, and other university services

Learn and Grow

• Choose behaviors that represent your best professional self.
• Accept accountability for your professional and personal actions.
• Recognize and learn from your mistakes.
• Maintain professional behavior under stress.
• Present your most professional self in all interactions.
• Take initiative and meet your commitments and responsibilities.
• Seek help when you need assistance.

Attend and Participate in Classes

• Attend all classes and learning activities.
• Participate in class and in class discussions.
• Complete assignments (reading, case studies, etc.) prior to the class session.
• Arrive on time for class, return from class breaks on time, and remain for the duration of the class.
• Notify the professor before the class begins if you cannot attend.
• Notify the professor before the class begins if you must arrive late or leave early.
• Respect the rights of other students to fully participate in the class.
• Students who miss a class are responsible for all material covered in the missed class.
• Students who miss a class may be asked to complete additional work by the professor.
• Withdraw from a course if you cannot meet the attendance requirements.

Communicate with Courtesy and Respect

• Courteous and respectful communication is expected in all school activities: classes, team meetings, student organizations, events, guest speakers, career treks, email, voice mail, texting, and social media.
• Show professional courtesy and personal respect to others. Actively participating with courtesy and respect in spirited interactions is part of a professional learning experience. Threats, harassment, name-calling, and use of profanity are not acceptable professional communication behaviors and are violations of the Atkinson School and Willamette University codes of conduct.
• Read your @willamette.edu email and respond to messages promptly. The Atkinson School and the University use email as a primary communication source for official information. Students are assumed to have knowledge of the content of official emails and announcements.
• Compose emails with care. Be sure your emails communicate what you want to say, and show good professional behavior and judgment before you push "send.”
• Be professional and proactive when you have concerns. The accepted process for communicating at the Atkinson School is to, first, talk to the student, faculty or staff member involved in the concern. If this does not resolve the concern, talk to Assistant Dean of Students, Dave Sundby.

Contribute to Group and Team Process

Group and team projects are essential components of the Atkinson School experience and directly contribute to the development of a student's interpersonal and soft skills including: communication, listening, teamwork, leadership, coaching and mentoring, conflict management, time management, etc. Each member of a group or team is expected to positively contribute to the effective and successful functioning of the team. Each member is also expected to take an active role in helping to resolve disagreements and dysfunction that may negatively influence the team’s ability to succeed.

• Clearly communicate team expectations, roles, responsibilities and quality of work expected.
• Actively participate in group and team projects.
• Each member of a team is responsible for enhancing the professional development and effectiveness of the team, the value provided to the client or course, and the reputation of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.
• Do your part and meet the standards and expectations of the team.
• Don't free-ride. Free-riding (not dedicating the time or quality of effort expected of all members of a team) is not acceptable. Free-riding disrupts the value of the educational experience for the group and can be processed as a breach of academic or professional behavior through the Honor Code.
• Respect other points of view and talents.
• Encourage all members of the team to share their ideas and concerns, then listen.
• Focus on opportunities for action to solve problems rather than complaining.
• Commit to influencing positive change. View every person as "part of the solution.”
• Develop a team culture of valuing and learning from one another instead of a culture that is judgmental about differences in opinions or ideas.

Represent Yourself and the Atkinson School Professionally at Company Presentations, Speakers, Networking Opportunities and Events

• MBA students have many opportunities to interact with alumni, employers, and other stakeholders. In fact, the Willamette and Atkinson School network is one of the most valuable lifelong resources you can have. You represent yourself and the school in everything you do. Conduct yourself in a professional manner in all circumstances.
• Professional guests who donate their time to speak and meet with students expect and deserve your full attention and respect. In all interactions with our guests, be sure to ask questions and communicate in a professional manner. Close your laptop (unless otherwise directed by the speaker), turn your cell phone off, refrain from participating in side-conversations, be on time, dress appropriately, bring your business cards, and be prepared to take notes with paper/pen and pencil.
• Keep your commitment to attend events for which you submitted an RSVP to attend. Companies and speakers are planning on your attendance. Failure to meet your commitments hurts your professional reputation, the reputation of Atkinson students in general, and the reputation of the School and University.
• If you have questions about how to communicate with or respond to an alum or member of the business community contact the Career Development staff or your peer career advisor.

Use Electronic Devices Appropriately

• Use laptops and similar electronic devices in class only when they are contributing to the class learning experience. Do not use your device for email, texting, social media websites, video gaming, web browsing, reading materials not related to class, or any other activity that distracts you, other students or faculty during class.
• Turn your cell phones "off" when in class, meetings, presentations or interviews.

Dress Appropriately

• The general daily atmosphere of the Atkinson School is casual. However, there are many events on-campus and off-campus for which business or business casual attire should be worn.
• Students should wear business or business casual attire for events such as company site visits, meetings of professional organizations, guest speakers, mentor receptions, final class presentations, interviews, etc. Business casual attire is generally required for all Career Development events unless otherwise specified. Students are encouraged to obtain information about appropriate attire prior to attending any event.

Use Social Networking Sites Effectively

• Social networks such as Meta and LinkedIn can be very helpful or very detrimental to your reputation and professional opportunities. Always represent yourself in a professional manner to be sure that your online presence helps you reach your personal and professional goals.
• As an MBA student you are investing significant energy, time and money in your future. Think twice about the words and pictures you choose to communicate yourself to the world. Recognize that many employers research applicants online and what they find influences their perception of your personal and professional judgment... which in turn influences their hiring decisions.

Use of Alcohol

Students are expected to abide by the University's Alcohol Policy. Alcoholic beverages may be possessed and consumed on campus by students and visitors of legal drinking age (21) and only in designated spaces. Designated spaces include residence hall rooms where all of the room occupant(s) and their guest(s) are 21, and in non-residential spaces at registered events that have been approved by the Alcohol Review Committee. Willamette University alcohol policy is a campus wide policy. Failure to observe University policies may subject the individual(s) or group(s) to sanctions outlined in Willamette Student Code of Conduct.

• Alcohol may not be served or consumed in Willamette University buildings unless the event has been approved for alcohol through the formal University approval process. If an event has been approved for alcohol, a third-party vendor will be present to distribute the alcohol and a security officer will be present.
• Alcohol may not be served or consumed in any outdoor areas of the campus during the academic year unless at an event that has been approved for alcohol through the formal University approval process.
• Individuals not of legal drinking age (not yet 21 years old) are not permitted to consume or be under the influence of alcohol.

Use of Controlled Substance and/or Drug Violations

Students are expected to abide by the University’s Controlled Substance/Drug Violations policy. Use and/or possession of cannabis is legal in Oregon for those over 21 years of age, however, any possession of cannabis or other drugs on campus is prohibited per the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act. Therefore, use and/or possession of:

• cannabis or substances derived from cannabis is prohibited, except as expressly permitted by law.
• other substances are prohibited except as expressly permitted by lawdrug related paraphernalia is prohibited except as expressly permitted by law.

Section IV. Atkinson School Honor Code

The Atkinson School Honor Code applies to issues of academic honesty and professional behavior of students enrolled in Atkinson School courses. The Honor Code is intended to create and sustain an environment of honor and trust, encourage each person to develop to their full potential, and promote a positive set of values and behaviors that distinguish members of the Atkinson School community in their personal and professional lives. The Honor Code also gives students an important role in resolving issues of academic honesty and professional behavior.

It is the desire of the Atkinson School community to have a culture of honesty that prevents violations of the Honor Code before they occur, rather than to impose sanctions after a violation. This calls for all members of the community to encourage compliance with the Honor Code, whether it be in regard to their own actions or the actions of others. To encourage awareness, compliance and the positive effects of the Honor Code system, every student enrolled in an MBA course, every faculty member and every staff member is asked to acknowledge the Atkinson School Honor Code.

All members of the Atkinson community should feel empowered to address Honor Code violations and potential Honor Code violations. If a member of the community is aware that a student or group of students is considering violating the Honor Code, it is appropriate to remind those considering violating the Code that they have other choices, and that it is always better for a student to do their own work even if it means they will get a lower grade on a test or assignment than to experience the personal, academic and professional consequences associated with violating the Honor Code. If the student has already violated the Honor Code, it is appropriate to encourage the person to tell the professor or the Honor Code Officer of their violation. If the concerned member or the Atkinson Community does not feel comfortable talking with the student who violated the code, the person may talk to the professor or the Honor Code Officer. The Honor Code Officer for the MBA program is Assistant Dean of Students David Sundby.

The Atkinson Honor Code supplements, but does not replace, Willamette University policies related to student conduct. Incidents of conduct involving interpersonal violence, harassment, sexual misconduct, discrimination, dating violence, domestic violence, threats of violence, theft, damage to property, weapons, illegal use or abuse of alcohol or drugs, failure to comply with the terms of any agreement or sanctions imposed in accordance with the Willamette University Student Code of Conduct will generally be processed through the Willamette University conduct process.

However, the Atkinson School reserves the right to perform a preliminary investigation and consult with the University's Director of Student Conduct to determine whether the process for any given situation will reside within the conduct procedures of the Atkinson School, the University, or both. Atkinson students who are involved in a Willamette University conduct process are required to meet with the Atkinson School Associate Dean of Students, David Sunbdy, to discuss the conduct process and the professional behavior expected of the student while moving through the University conduct process.

The Atkinson School Honor Code

"The Atkinson Graduate School of Management (Atkinson) develops ethically responsible managers and leaders through a culture honoring the highest standards of academic integrity, ethical conduct, and professionalism. The Atkinson Honor Code sustains an environment of honor and trust in the Atkinson community.

Atkinson advocates for the values of Integrity, Human Dignity, Integration, and Excellence in fulfilling its mission of providing a premier management education for aspirants to management in the private, not-for-profit, and public sectors. Atkinson's adherence to Willamette University's motto -- Non nobis solum nati sumus (Not unto ourselves alone are we born) -- exemplifies a commitment to its stakeholders and community.

Honesty and integrity are essential qualities to the practice and profession of management and ought to guide all individual members in fully developing their potential. Atkinson's distinct culture demands a community of members who accept individual responsibility and excellence, compassion, professional and personal integrity, teamwork, drive, and passion.

All members must therefore agree to abide by and promote the following standards of professionalism and excellence that constitute our Honor Code:

• Not seek an unfair advantage over other members, including but not limited to giving or receiving unauthorized aid during completion of academic and professional requirements.
• To honestly represent one’s self and facts at all times.
• To respect the personal and property rights of all members of the Atkinson community.
• Uphold this Honor Code by fully cooperating with and protecting the privacy of the proceedings.

Atkinson members are expected to adhere to all policies and requirements of Willamette University and abide by all applicable laws and regulations.

Each member is responsible for their own behavior in the academic and professional communities. For members of the Atkinson community, any violation of this Honor Code should result in disciplinary action.”

Section V. Violations of Academic Integrity or Professional Behavior

As a member of the Willamette University community, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities, University protocol and procedures, and University services available to help you when you need assistance. Willamette University policies govern all graduate and undergraduate students of Willamette University except where specifically noted within the description of a policy or procedure. The Atkinson School Honor Code is available in Section IV of this Handbook. University-wide policies and procedures are available online: Willamette University Student Code of Conduct and Academic Integrity Policy.

Violations of Academic Integrity

The Atkinson School follows the Willamette University Academic Integrity Policy and the Atkinson School Honor Code. Academic integrity violations pertain to actions that occur within the realm of class deliverables, tests, team projects, presentations, papers, grading and attendance records, communication with the professor, and communication with other students.

In the absence of a specific policy or regulation within the area of academic honesty the Honor Code standards of excellence will be the default Atkinson School policy. As such, students are expected to:

• not seek an unfair advantage over other members, including but not limited to giving or receiving unauthorized aid during completion of academic and professional requirements;
• honestly represent one’s self and facts at all times;
• respect the personal and property rights of all members of the Atkinson community.

Any behavior found to be a violation of the Honor Code, is a violation of the Honor Code regardless of the severity of the violation or the severity of the consequence.

Historically, academic honesty violations at the Atkinson School involve one or more students making a poor decision. Some violations have been deliberate and some have been unintentional. It is important to know that all violations, whether deliberate or unintended, will trigger a review and consequence process consistent with the policies and procedures detailed in this handbook.

Willamette University Academic Integrity Policy

The Willamette University Academic Integrity Policy is as follows: “Willamette University students should act with academic integrity in all matters associated with their learning and assessment. Academic integrity is a commitment by all members of the academic community to act with honesty, trust, fairness, respect, truthfulness, and responsibility, and requires instructors to fairly assess how successfully those receiving academic credit have achieved learning outcomes. Academic integrity is undermined when a student receives credit, assists another with receiving credit, or interferes with another’s ability to receive credit for academic work in a manner that does not fairly represent the learning that the instructor expected the assessed student to demonstrate in order to receive credit for that work.

These standards comprise the University’s Academic Integrity policy for all students; individual colleges and programs may have specific policies around academic integrity for their student communities which are in addition to the University policy, which will be found in course syllabi and/or in college- or program-specific catalogs or handbooks. It is a student’s responsibility to confer with their faculty if they are unsure whether a particular college- or program-level policy applies to a given course or project.

1. ​Violations of the Academic Integrity Policy include, but are not limited to:
   Cheating: the use of unauthorized assistance, time, technologies, and/or other material or resources in the completion of work evaluated for credit, including:

• Work or collaboration with another student without instructor approval.
• Possessing, selling, purchasing, or sharing (without permission) any unauthorized notes, study sheets, or other information concerning the content of an examination or other information concerning the content of an examination or other graded course material.
• Submitting substantially similar work for two or more courses without explicit approval from each instructor.
• Consulting materials or information not authorized by the instructor to complete projects, exams, or other assessments.
• Violating time limits or any other time-related restrictions provided for an exam. This may include beginning before the stipulated time or by answering exam questions after the time set for completion.

Misrepresentation, including plagiarism: the intentional or unintentional representation of someone else’s words, ideas, or work as one’s own, including:

• Copying the work of another student or permitting another student to copy your work during an examination or other academic exercise.
• Using the published or unpublished ideas, words, or work of another person in any form—either by reference, paraphrase, or direct inclusion or quotation—without full and clear acknowledgement or citation in a manner consistent with instructor expectations or professional standards (including the use of quotation marks, when appropriate).
• Using—without acknowledgement—materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the selling of term papers or other academic materials.
• Fabricating or inventing sources of information.
• Falsifying information, records, or documents—including attendance rosters or other course-related materials.
• Falsely representing the completion of a course requirement.

Interference: preventing an instructor from accurately assessing a student’s abilities in an academic setting, including:

• Taking an examination or completing an assignment for another student, or allowing another student to take your examination or complete your assignment.
• Communicating to a grader the identity of a student who has taken an exam or other course-required project that is to be anonymously graded before grading has been completed.
• Stealing, destroying, or altering another's academic work (such as an artwork, a computer program, a lab experiment/report, or a paper).
• Hiding, mis-shelving, mutilating, or otherwise abusing library materials to keep others from using them.

Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of classroom content: Sharing, copying, reproducing, uploading, sampling, or releasing any portion of classroom content for any purpose other than the student’s own academic work in that specific course. This includes recordings made by note-taking applications or services; informal classroom recordings made via personal device (cell phone, computer, recorder, etc.); as well as instructor- produced slide decks, study guides, assessments, and assignments. Specific considerations include:

• Making an audio or video recording of a classroom lecture, discussion, or presentation without explicit instructor permission.
• Distributing an audio or video recording of a classroom lecture, discussion, or presentation without the explicit permission of the instructor as well as any individuals (including students) in the recording.
• Using course materials in a manner that could inhibit or discourage classroom discussion, communication, or learning on topics relevant to the course.

1. ​It is the responsibility of the student to confer with their instructor to determine the extent to which course materials may be shared or reproduced. It is the responsibility of students to confer with their instructor to clarify a) any course-specific policies regarding proper source materials,b) the scope of proper collaboration or consultation with other students, c) the ability to use technological assistance in completing academic work, and d) how to best represent the work, assistance, or collaboration with others in each project, assignment, exam, or other course deliverable. Pleading ignorance about what constitutes improper collaboration, consultation, or representation shall not be considered a valid defense. If students are uncertain as to what constitutes academic integrity for a particular assignment, they should assume the assignment or work product is to be completed through their own independent work or consult the instructor for clarification.

In assessing potential violations of this policy, consideration will be given to the context of a particular student’s acts, including the culture of academic collaboration and consultation that exists for a particular course or the academic field in which the student is working.”

Violations of Professional Behavior

The Atkinson School follows the Willamette University Student Code of Conduct, the Atkinson School Honor Code and applicable laws and regulations regarding professional behavior.
 
The Atkinson School values integrity, ethical conduct, teamwork, and professional behavior as essential elements of personal and professional growth. As such, all members of the Atkinson School community are expected to conduct themselves according to these tenets in all aspects of the Atkinson School experience and all interactions with peers, faculty, clients, staff, and guests of the Atkinson School.
 
Students are expected to engage in professional behavior that contributes to their academic and professional development as well as the good of the entire Atkinson community. While the definition of professional behavior may vary with different industries, an overview of professional behavior generally includes the following qualities.

• Behaving with integrity and honesty
• Communicating with courtesy and respect
• Meeting your commitments and responsibilities
• Recognizing and learning from your mistakes
• Respecting the personal and property rights of others
• Accepting and providing feedback for continuous improvement
• Maintaining professional behavior under stress

Honor Code violations of professional behavior pertain to a student’s conduct within the educational process, learning environment, use of university facilities and resources, group process and team responsibilities, student activities, school guests, client interactions, on-campus and off-campus events, internship supervisors, places of employment, career development activities, and communication with others, etc.

Atkinson School students, faculty and staff are encouraged to be proactive in discussing and resolving their general concerns, differences, and misunderstandings with individuals informally. The accepted informal process for people concerned about the professional behavior of a student is to communicate with the student involved in the concern. If this step is not possible or if it does not resolve the issue, communicate with the Atkinson professor or staff member connected with the course or activity in which the issues are occurring. If the informal process does not resolve the concern, or if the concern is deemed to be of a serious nature, the concerned person should talk to with the Honor Code Officer, Dave Sundby, Assistant Dean of Students.

In the absence of a specific policy or regulation within the area of academic honesty the Honor Code standards of excellence will be the default Atkinson School policy. As such, students are expected to:

• not seek an unfair advantage over other members, including but not limited to giving or receiving unauthorized aid during completion of academic and professional requirements;
• honestly represent one’s self and facts at all times;
• respect the personal and property rights of all members of the Atkinson community.

Any behavior found to be a violation of the Honor Code, is a violation of the Honor Code regardless of the severity of the violation or the severity of the consequence.

A discussion of expected professional behavior of Atkinson School students is available in Section III of this handbook.

Section VI. Investigating and Resolving Violations of Academic Integrity or Professional Behavior

People Involved in Investigating and Resolving a Violation of the Atkinson School Honor Code

The people involved in an Atkinson School Honor Code investigation process are the Honor Code Officer, the Honor Code Council, the respondent, and the reporter.

Respondent: The respondent is the student accused of violating the Honor Code.

Reporter: The reporter is any person who speaks to the Honor Code Officer about their concerns that a violation of the Honor Code has occurred.

Honor Code Officer: The Honor Code Officer is Assistant Dean of Students, Dave Sundby. The Honor Code Officer will meet with any person who wishes to report an incident believed to be a violation of the Honor Code. The Honor Code Officer is a member of the full-time faculty or administrative staff who has been appointed by the Dean to serve for a period of three consecutive semesters: fall, spring and summer.

The Honor Code Officer is a neutral fact-finder who is responsible for investigating reported violations of the Honor Code, working with the reporter and the respondent to determine a resolution, forwarding cases to the Honor Council and appeals to the Dean, communicating decisions to the reporter and respondent, and documenting Honor Code cases.

At the beginning of each academic year the Honor Code Officer will inform the Atkinson School community of their appointment and the honor code process. The Honor Code Officer is Assistant Dean of Students David Sundby.

Honor Council: The Honor Council promotes a culture of honor at the Atkinson School, informs students about the Honor Code, and reports to the Atkinson School Student Affairs Committee. The Honor Council is composed of seven members: five students, who are voting members of the Council; one member of the full-time faculty who is an advisory non-voting member of the Council; and one member of the administrative staff who is an advisory non-voting member of the Council. Student members of the Honor Council are selected during the fall semester of each academic year. Advisory members (one member of the full-time faculty and one member of the administrative staff) are appointed by the Dean.

When an alleged violation is formally referred to the Honor Council via the Honor Code process, the council investigates the case, conducts the hearing of the case, and determines whether the respondent is responsible or not responsible for violating the Honor Code. If the respondent is found responsible for violating the Honor Code, the Council determines consequences commensurate with the incident. The Council seeks to make its decisions by consensus. When consensus is impossible, a majority vote determines the decision.

Process for Investigating and Resolving a Violation of the Honor Code

The process involved in investigating and resolving violations of the Honor Code is as follows:

Step 1. Any person who thinks a student or group of students has violated the Honor Code must meet with the Honor Code Officer within 20 working days of the incident to discuss the alleged violation and identify the student(s) involved. Based on the discussion, the Honor Code Officer will decide whether an Honor Code investigation is merited. If the decision is not to investigate, the process is complete and no further actions are taken. If the decision is to investigate, the process moves to Step 2.

Step 2: The Honor Code Officer will meet with the respondent within five (5) working days of receiving the report. Following this meeting the Honor Code Officer will gather evidence and meet with witnesses to determine the validity of the report. The Honor Code Officer will be in communication with the reporter and the respondent throughout this period. The respondent may not withdraw from any course involved in the formal charge for the purpose of circumventing the process.

Step 3: After completing the investigation, the Honor Code Officer will propose a resolution to the reporter and the respondent, and attempt to reach consensus in regard to the resolution. The resolution may or may not involve a formal charge of violating the Honor Code.

If a formal charge of violating the Honor Code is made, the consequences for a respondent found “responsible” for the violation may include (but are not limited to) one or more of the sanctions listed below.

• verbal or written warning
• verbal or written reprimand
• required written statement by the student found responsible, acknowledging the violation and reaffirming their commitment to follow the Honor Code
• required submission of additional course work
• assignment of the grade of “F” for a course deliverable or test
• assignment of the grade of “F” for a course
• withdrawal from the course
• loss of scholarship assistance
• restitution to others harmed by the conduct
• required skill-building or training
• monitored probation requiring specific behaviors and outcomes during the probation period
• exclusion from participating in specific class or leadership activities, career development programs, courses involving travel to another site, and other activities in which the respondent would be seen as a representative of the University
• suspension from the Atkinson School
• permanent dismissal from the Atkinson School

The consequence for violating the Honor Code should reflect the following considerations:

• whether the respondent’s conduct was purposeful, knowing, reckless or merely negligent
• whether the respondent has been previously found responsible for violating the Honor Code
• any need to protect the learning environment from repeated violations from the respondent or other students
• the removal of any unfair advantage gained by the conduct
• restitution to another person if injured by the respondent’s conduct
• sensitivity to the impact upon the respondent’s reputation and future.

Step 4(a): If the reporter, respondent and Honor Code Officer reach consensus on the resolution from Step 3, the Honor Code Officer will document the file accordingly. If a formal charge of violating the Honor Code was part of the resolution, the Honor Code Officer will discuss the potential consequences of a 2nd violation of the Honor Code and the file-documentation process with the respondent. This ends the process.

• Reporters and respondents who agree to the resolution give up the right to an Honor Council hearing or appeal for this charge.
• Documentation will be removed from the respondent’s file at graduation except in the case where a violation of academic honesty constitutes part of the case for permanent dismissal of a student.

Step 4(b): If the Honor Code Officer is unable to reach consensus with the reporter and the respondent, the Honor Code Officer will forward the case to the Honor Council within five (5) working days. The Honor Code Officer will meet with the respondent and reporter to explain the Honor Council process. The process will move to Step 5 – the Honor Council hearing.

Step 5: The Honor Council will conduct a private hearing (closed to the public) within five (5) working days of referral by the Honor Code Officer. The respondent, reporter, witnesses, and the Honor Code Officer may address the Honor Council and present documentation.

The respondent and/or reporter may bring a support advocate to the hearing. The advocate may talk to the person for whom they are providing support, but they may not speak on behalf of the person or address others at the hearing.

When the hearing begins, the Honor Council will direct questions to the reporter, listen to the answer and ask clarifying questions to the reporter. Then the Honor Council will direct questions to the respondent, listen to the answers and ask clarifying questions. The process continues until both parties have presented their full evidence. The respondent and the reporter may only address the Honor Council; there will be no direct communication between the reporter and respondent.

The Honor Council may also direct questions to the Honor Code Officer and witnesses. The Honor Code Officer and witnesses may communicate only with the Honor Council during the hearing.

Hearings will be audiotaped. The respondent and/or the reporter may listen to the recording in the company of the Honor Code Officer. The respondent and/or reporter may obtain a written copy of the transcript of the recording by paying for the cost of transcription.

The respondent and/or reporter may submit a written explanation in lieu of attendance. The Honor Council may ask the respondent and/or reporter to clarify any portion of a written explanation. If the respondent and/or reporter fails to attend the hearing, the Honor Council may decide the case on the information, evidence and witnesses present.

During the fall and spring semesters, all hearings must be attended by at least four out of the five student voting members of the Honor Council and one non-voting member of the Honor Council. Decisions rendered by the Honor Council must be supported by at least three of the voting members of the Honor Council who attended the hearing.

For summer semester and early fall semester (prior to the fall selection of the new Honor Council) there must be at least three voting members and one non-voting member available for a hearing. If the minimum attendance cannot be achieved, the case will be postponed until the Honor Council selection process occurs in the fall semester.

Step 6: The Honor Council will determine if the respondent is responsible for violating the Honor Code and determine the consequences according to the guidelines designated in Step 3.

Within two (2) working days of completion of the hearing, the Chair of the Honor Council will communicate the Honor Council’s decision(s) in writing to the Honor Code Officer and provide the audio recording of the hearing to the Honor Code Officer for storage.

The Honor Code Officer will communicate the decision to the reporter and the respondent within two (2) working days of receiving the decision from the Honor Council.

Step 7: The reporter and respondent may accept the Honor Council’s decision or may appeal the decision to the Dean by notifying the Honor Code Officer. The appeal must be received by the

Honor Code Officer in writing (email or paper document) within five (5) working days of the day the reporter and respondent received notification of the decision of the Honor Council. An appeal to the Dean may only be based on:

• significant new evidence not presented in the Honor Council hearing which was unknown to the person making the appeal at the time of the original hearing,
• significant factual errors that have been rectified,
• significant demonstrated failure of the Atkinson School to follow its own processes and procedures,
• a clearly excessive consequence,
• misconduct on the part of the Honor Code Officer or Honor Council, or
• evidence of bias on the part of the Honor Code Office or member of the Honor Council

Step 8: The Honor Code Officer will inform the Dean of the appeal within five (5) working days of receiving the appeal from the respondent and/or reporter. The Dean will review the case, make a decision and communicate the Dean’s position to the Honor Council and the Honor Code Officer within five (5) working days of receiving the appeal from the Honor Code Officer. The Dean may uphold the Honor Council's decision or remand the decision back to the Honor Council. The Dean may include comments or issues to be considered further by the Honor Council.
 
If the Dean upholds the Honor Council’s decision, the Honor Code Officer will notify the reporter and the respondent within two (2) working days of the Dean’s decision, and will implement the Honor Council’s decision. The Honor Code Officer will document the respondent’s file with the final disposition and provide written notification to the reporter, respondent and the Honor Council. This ends the process.
 
If the Dean sends comments back to the Honor Council, the Honor Council will meet within five
(5) working days to review the comments and move to Step 9.
 
Step 9: After review of the Dean's comments, the Honor Council shall reaffirm or alter its decision and notify the Honor Code Officer within five (5) working days. The Honor Code Officer will notify the respondent and the reporter of the decision within five (5) working days of receiving the decision and will document the respondent’s file with the final disposition. At this point, the decision of the Honor Council is final. Documentation will be removed from the respondent’s file at graduation, except in the case where a violation of academic honesty or professional behavior constitutes part of the case for permanent dismissal of a student.
 
If the consequence for the violation is suspension or permanent dismissal, the Honor Code Officer will notify the respondent within one (1) working day. Seven (7) working days shall elapse before the suspension or dismissal of a respondent becomes effective, unless the Dean determines an otherwise appropriate period for the suspension or dismissal to take effect.
 
If for any reason the time frames specified in Step 2, 4b, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 are not met, the respondent, reporter, Honor Code Officer, or Honor Council may petition the Dean for an extension. After reviewing the circumstances leading to the delay, the Dean may grant a reasonable extension of time to hear or resolve the case. The Dean’s decision regarding an
extension will be communicated in writing to the respondent, reporter, Honor Code Officer, and Honor Council. The Dean’s decision is final.

Effect of an Ongoing Honor Code Process on Graduation and Conferral of Degree

If an Honor Code process is in progress at the time of the respondent’s normal graduation date, the graduation date will be suspended until the process has been completed (including appeal). The respondent may appeal to the Dean to participate in graduation under the “degree subject to completion” category and will not receive the diploma at the graduation ceremony.

Honor Council Governance, Selection and Responsibilities

The Honor Council operates under the Atkinson Student Affairs Committee. The Atkinson Student Affairs Committee has the right to reprimand or dismiss Honor Council members who violate the Honor Council bylaws, supervise the operation of the Honor Council and approve proposed changes to the Honor Council bylaws.
 
Composition of the Honor Council: The Honor Council is composed of seven members: five students, who are voting members of the Council; one member of the full-time faculty who is an advisory non-voting member of the Council; and one member of the administrative staff who is an advisory non-voting member of the Council.
The preferred representative enrollment composition of the five student voting members of the Honor Council is:

• two students enrolled in the Early Career/Career Change MBA program
• two students enrolled in the MBA for Professionals program
• one student at large from either the Early Career/Career Change or MBA for Professionals programs

The preferred enrollment composition of the five student voting members described above is not a requirement for the Honor Council. The enrollment representation of the student members of the Honor Council may vary based on the pool of applicants and the students selected as members of the Honor Council by the Student Affairs Committee.

Honor Council Selection Process: The application, interview and selection process for student members of the Honor Council is governed by the Atkinson Student Affairs Committee. Faculty and administrative members of the Honor Council are assigned by the Dean.

Students interested in serving on the Honor Council shall apply to be a member of the Honor Council. Selection for the Honor Council occurs each spring semester. Additional selection processes may occur in fall or spring semester to replace vacancies that have occurred on the Council. The criteria for selection of student members shall include the following:

• a commitment to the philosophy of the Honor Code.
• a demonstrated commitment to fairness and high standards of ethical and professional behavior.
• strong communication skills (verbal, written and listening).

Honor Council Responsibilities: Honor Council members are responsible for communicating with students and faculty about the Honor Code and Honor Code process, ensuring the confidentiality of all information related to Honor Council cases and hearings, and suggesting improvements of the established process.

Student members of the Honor Council will determine among themselves who will be Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary.

The Chair is responsible for arranging meetings and hearings, running all meetings and hearings and informing the Honor Code Officer about the Honor Council’s recommendations and decisions.
 
The Vice Chair is responsible for assisting in the duties of the Chair. In case the Chair is absent, the Vice Chair will serve the Chair’s duties. The Vice Chair is also responsible for the coordination of the communication efforts of Honor Council.

The Secretary is responsible for taking minutes and recording Honor Council meetings and hearings. The Secretary will ensure that each hearing is audiotaped and that the confidentiality of all Honor Council documents and recordings during the hearing session are maintained. At the end of the hearing session, the Secretary will give the Chair the audio recording and any other documents used in the hearing. The Chair will give the audio recording and documents to the Honor Code Officer who will secure the tape and the documents as records of the hearing.

Honor Council Term: The term of the Honor Council members starts when the members are selected and finishes either when the member graduates, resigns from the Honor Council or is formally removed for cause by the Student Affairs Committee. The maximum term of service is two (2) academic years.
 
Vacancy: If a student wishes to resign from the Honor Council or is removed from the Honor Council, the Student Academic Affairs Committee will replace the member using the selection process previously discussed.
 
Attendance: Council members are expected to attend all hearings and meetings unless a conflict of interest or emergency occurs. An Honor Council member may request to not participate in a hearing due to personal reason/conflict of interest. In this case the member must receive permission from the Atkinson Student Affairs Committee

Section VII. Graduation Requirements - MBA (Early Career/Career Change)

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the MBA format of the Early Career/Career Change MBA program. Students classified as BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA, MBA/MSDS or MBA for Professionals students should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.

Each MBA degree-seeking student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University MBA for Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management (MBA) will be conferred on MBA students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the Atkinson School:

Minimum credits required: MBA students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of sixty (60) credits of approved MBA course work and have no pending grades or grades of "Incomplete." The sixty (60) credits include thirty-eight (38) credits of required courses (which includes the required first-year and second-year core courses and the required experiential elective course), plus a minimum of twenty-two (22) credits of additional elective course work.

Required courses: The thirty-eight (38) credits of required courses are listed below.

• GSM 5103 Data Analysis, Modeling & Decision Making (3 credits)
• GSM 5104 Managing Individuals, Teams, and Organizations (3 credits)
• GSM 5105 Accounting for Managers (3 credits)
• GSM 5107 Marketing: Creating Satisfied Consumers (3 credits)
• GSM 5108 PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
• GSM 5109 PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
• GSM 5111 Finance and Economics I (3 credits)
• GSM 5112 Finance and Economics II (3 credits)
• GSM 5114 Operations & Systems Management (3 credits)
• GSM 6121 Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
• GSM 6123 Strategic Management (3 credits)
• GSM 6xxx      Experiential Elective (4 credits)

Elective Courses: A minimum of twenty-two (22) credits of elective course work (in addition to the four credits from the required Experiential Elective course) are required for graduation.

Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective course is required for graduation as shown in the list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they choose.

Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: MBA students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.

Academic Concentrations: Choosing a concentration is not required. Students may also choose to select elective courses based on their own needs and career goals.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing. MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in good standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Maximum Credits from Pass/Fail, Pass/No-Pass, Transfer and Waived Courses:
A maximum of twenty-one (21) credits from Pass/Fail and/or Pass/No-Pass course work, credit waiver or transfer credits may be applied toward the 60-credit graduation requirement. Credits may be applied from a combination of courses/credits within the limits listed below and may not exceed a total of twenty-one (21) credits.

• A maximum of fifteen (15) credits may be applied from International Exchange.
• A maximum of seven (7) credits may be applied from Internship for Management I, II, & III.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from the combination of Independent Study and Research coursework.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from GSM 6290 Foreign Languages.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from a combination of approved transfer courses and Atkinson School courses waived for credit.

Course Exception for Students Who Successfully Complete an Atkinson Fall Semester Exchange program: Atkinson students who are selected for a fall semester International Exchange program and successfully complete the requirements for full credit from the GSM Exchange course will be waived from the second year required course "GSM 6121 Politics and Public Policy for Mangers." This is a substitution waiver and does not reduce the 60 credits required for graduation.
 
Maximum time to complete degree: The candidate must complete the MBA degree within six
(6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.
 
Submit Graduation Application: Candidates for graduation must submit a graduation application at the beginning of their final semester in the MBA program.

Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section VIII. Graduation Requirements - BA/MBA

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the “BA/MBA format” of the Early Career/Career Change MBA program. Students classified as MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA, MBA/MSDS, or MBA for Professionals students should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.

Each degree seeking student participating in the BA/MBA format of the MBA program is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University MBA for Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management (MBA) will be conferred on BA/MBA students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the Atkinson School:
 
Minimum Credits Required: BA/MBA students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of sixty
(60) credits of approved MBA course work and have no pending grades or grades of "Incomplete." The sixty (60) credits for BA/MBA students includes forty-one (41) credits of required courses (which includes the required first-year and second-year core courses, experiential learning course, and internship), and nineteen (19) credits of additional elective course work.

Required Courses: The forty-one (41) credits of required courses include a combination of first- and second-year courses as listed below.

• GSM 5103 Data Analysis, Modeling & Decision Making (3 credits)
• GSM 5104 Managing Individuals, Teams, and Organizations (3 credits)
• GSM 5105 Accounting for Managers (3 credits)
• GSM 5107 Marketing: Creating Satisfied Consumers (3 credits)
• GSM 5108 PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
• GSM 5109 PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
• GSM 5111 Finance and Economics I (3 credits)
• GSM 5112 Finance and Economics II (3 credits)
• GSM 5114 Operations and Systems Management (3 credits)
• GSM 6121 Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
• GSM 6123 Strategic Management (3 credits)
• GSM 6xxx      Experiential Elective (4 credits)
• GSM 7251 Internships for Management I (3 credits)

Elective Courses: BA/MBA students are required to complete a minimum of nineteen (19) credits of elective course work in addition to the required Internship (3 credits) and experiential elective (4 credits) required for graduation.
 
Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective course is required for graduation as shown in the list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they so choose.

Required GSM 7251 Internships for Management: BA/MBA students are required to complete GSM 7251 Internships for Management I as shown in the list of required courses. The internship course is generally completed during the summer between the first and second year of study.

Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: BA/MBA students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.
Academic Concentrations: Choosing a concentration is not required. Students may also choose to select elective courses based on their own needs and career goals.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: BA/MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in Good Standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Maximum Credits from Pass/Fail, Pass/No-Pass, Transfer and Waived Courses:
A maximum of twenty-one (21) credits from Pass/Fail and/or Pass/No-Pass course work, credit waiver or transfer credits may be applied toward the 60-credit graduation requirement. Credits may be applied from a combination of courses/credits within the limits listed below and may not exceed a total of twenty-one (21) credits.

• A maximum of fifteen (15) credits may be applied from International Exchange.
• A maximum of seven (7) credits may be applied from Internship for Management I, II, & III.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from Independent Study and Research coursework.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from GSM 6290 Foreign Languages.
• A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from a combination of approved transfer courses and Atkinson School courses waived for credit.

Course Exception for Students Who Go on Exchange for Fall Semester: Atkinson students who are selected for a fall semester International Exchange program and successfully complete the full requirements for the GSM exchange course will be waived from the second year required
course "GSM 6121: Politics and Public Policy for Managers." This is a substitution waiver and does not reduce the 60 credits required for graduation.
 
Maximum Time to Complete Degree: The candidate must complete the MBA degree within six
(6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.
 
Submit Petition for Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a "petition for degree" at the beginning of their final semester in the MBA program.
 
Completion of all MBA and BA Graduation Requirements: BA/MBA students must meet all academic regulations and graduation requirements governing the MBA program unless specifically described in these regulations. BA/MBA candidates must have also completed all graduation requirements of the BA or BS degree as stipulated by the undergraduate degree granting institution to be eligible for MBA graduation from the Atkinson School.
 
Other Regulations: Regulations governing related CAS courses and all MBA courses shall apply unless they are inconsistent with these BA/MBA degree regulations.

Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section IX. Graduation Requirements - One Year MBA (for students who started the program in fall 2024)

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the One Year MBA program. Students classified as MBA, BA/MBA, JD/MBA, MBA/MSDS, or MBA for Professionals students should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.

Each student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University Master of Business Administration (MBA) will be conferred on One Year MBA students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the Atkinson School.

There are two tracks by which a student may complete the One Year MBA program. The track you enroll in is dependent on your level of post-baccalaureate business experience.

• Track 1 is for students with little or no post-baccalaureate business experience.
• Track 2 is for students with two or more years of post-baccalaureate business experience.

Minimum Credits Required: One Year MBA students (track 1 and track 2) must satisfactorily complete a minimum of forty-five (45) credits of approved MBA course work and have no pending grades of “Incomplete.” The 45 credits include a total of twelve (12) approved courses as shown on the next page.

Track 1 - MBA Courses Required: Track 1 students must complete a total of 12 approved courses as listed below.

GSM 5108	PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
GSM 5109	PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
GSM 6121	Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
GSMPR 631	Strategic Management (4 credits) or may substitute GSM 6123 Strategic Management (3 credits) with prior approval
GSMPR 632	IMAP Capstone Course (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective in Accounting or Finance (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective in Operations or Supply Chain Management (4 credits)
GSM	Elective in Marketing, Organizational Behavior or Human Resources (4 credits)
GSM	Experiential Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits) or Internship Elective (3 credits)

Track 2 - Minimum MBA Courses Required: Track 2 students must complete a total of 12 approved courses as listed below and continued on the next page.

GSMPR 621	LEAD (4 credits)
GSM 6121	Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
GSMPR 631	Strategic Management (4 credits) or may substitute GSM 6123 Strategic Management (3 credits) with prior approval
GSMPR 632	IMAP Capstone Course (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective in Accounting or Finance (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective in Operations or Supply Chain Management (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective in Marketing, Organizational Management or Human Resources (4 credits)
GSM____	Experiential Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM	Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM____	Elective (4 credits) or Internship Elective (3 credits)

Additional Graduation Requirements for Both Track 1 and Track 2
 
Required Internship: A completed internship is required for graduation for Track 1 and Track 2. Internships completed prior to enrollment in the MBA program can be used to fulfill this requirement. If you have not completed an internship prior to enrollment, you can fulfill the internship requirement during the MBA program through the MBA elective course GSM 7251 Internships for Management.
 
Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective course is required for graduation as shown in the list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they so choose.

Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: All One Year MBA students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: One Year MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in Good Standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Maximum time to complete degree: The candidate must complete the MBA degree within six (6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.

Submit Petition for Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a graduation application at the beginning of their final semester in the MBA program.
 
Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section X. Graduation Requirements - One Year MBA  (for students who start the program in summer 2025 or after)

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the One Year MBA program.
 
Each student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University Master of Business Administration (MBA) will be conferred on One Year MBA students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the Atkinson School.

There are two tracks for the One Year MBA program. The track you enroll in is dependent on your level of post-baccalaureate business experience. Track 1 is for students with little or no post-baccalaureate business experience and begins during summer semester. Track 2 is for students with two or more years of post-baccalaureate business experience and begins in the fall.
 
Minimum Credits Required: One Year MBA students (track 1 and track 2) must satisfactorily complete a minimum of forty-five (45) credits of approved MBA course work and have no pending grades of “Incomplete.” The 45 credits include a total of twelve (12) approved courses as shown on the next page.
 
Track 1 - MBA Courses Required: Track 1 students must complete the following 12 courses.

GSM ---	Introduction Course/Boot Camp (4 credits)
GSM 5108	PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
GSM 5109	PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
GSMPR 629	Politics and Public Policy for Managers (4 credits) or may substitute GSM 6121 Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits) with prior approval
GSM ____	Elective in Accounting or Finance (4 credits)
GSM ____	Elective in Operations or Supply Chain Management (4 credits)
GSM	Elective in Marketing, Organizational Behavior or Human Resources (4 credits)
GSM ____	Experiential Elective (4 credits)
GSM ____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM ____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM ____	Elective (4 credits)
GSM	Elective (4 credits) or Internship Elective (3 credits)

Track 2 - MBA Courses Required: Track 2 students must complete the following 12 courses.

GSMPR 621	LEAD (4 credits)
GSMPR 629	Politics & Public Policy for Managers (4 credits) or may substitute GSM 6121 Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits) with prior approval
GSMPR 631	Strategic Management (4 credits) or may substitute GSM 6123 Strategic Management (3 credits) with prior approval
GSMPR 632	IMAP Capstone Course (4 credits)
GSM ___	Elective in Accounting or Finance (4 credits)
GSM	Elective in Operations or Supply Chain Management (4 credits)
GSM ___	Elective in Marketing, Organizational Management or Human Resources (4 credits)
GSM ___	Experiential Elective (4 credits)
GSM ___	Elective (4 credits)
GSM	Elective (4 credits)
GSM ___	Elective (4 credits)
GSM ___	Elective (4 credits) or Internship Elective (3 credits)

Additional Graduation Requirements for Both Track 1 and Track 2
 
Required Internship: A completed internship is required for graduation for Track 1 and Track 2. Internships completed prior to enrollment in the MBA program can be used to fulfill this requirement. If you have not completed an internship prior to enrollment, you can fulfill the internship requirement during the MBA program through the MBA elective course GSM 7251 Internships for Management.
 
Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective course is required for graduation as shown in the list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they so choose.
 
Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: All One Year MBA students (Track 1 and Track 2) must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: All One Year MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in good standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Maximum time to complete degree: All degree candidates must complete the MBA degree within six (6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.

Submit Petition for Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a graduation application at the beginning of their final semester in the MBA program.
 
Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section XI. Graduation Requirements - JD/MBA

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the JD/MBA format of the Early Career/Career Change MBA program. Students classified as MBA, One Year MBA, BA/MBA, MBA/MSDS or MBA for Professionals students should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.

Each JD/MBA student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University MBA for Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management (MBA) will be conferred on JD/MBA students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the College of Law and Atkinson School. Students should always consult with staff at WUCL regarding law degree requirements.

Minimum Total Credits Required for Joint Degree: JD/MBA joint degree candidates must complete a total of 120 semester credits of coursework. These 120 semester credits include 72 semester hours of coursework in the College of Law and 48 semester credits of Atkinson School course work.

Minimum Law Credits Required by the College of Law: As per College of Law regulations, all JD/MBA students must complete at least 72 credit hours of coursework at WUCL, 59 hours of which must be letter-graded; Co-curricular and transfer courses do not count toward the 72 credit requirement. Students should always consult with staff at WUCL regarding law degree requirements.

Minimum MBA Credits Required by the Atkinson School: JD/MBA students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of forty-eight (48) approved credits of MBA course work and have no pending grades or grades of "Incomplete." The forty-eight (48) credits of MBA course work must include thirty-eight (38) credits of required courses (which includes a 4 credit Experiential Elective course), and a minimum of ten (10) additional credits of elective course work.

Required MBA courses: The thirty-eight (38) credits of required courses are listed below.

GSM 5103	Data Analysis, Modeling & Decision Making (3 credits)
GSM 5104	Managing Individuals, Teams, and Organizations (3 credits)
GSM 5105	Accounting for Managers (3 credits)
GSM 5107	Marketing: Creating Satisfied Consumers (3 credits)
GSM 5108	PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
GSM 5109	PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
GSM 5111	Finance and Economics I (3 credits)
GSM 5112	Finance and Economics II (3 credits)
GSM 5114	Operations and Systems Management (3 credits)
GSM 6121	Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
GSM 6123	Strategic Management (3 credits)
GSM 6xxx	Experiential Elective (4 credits)

Elective Courses: JD/MBA students are required to complete a minimum of ten (10) credits of elective course work (in addition to the four-credit Experiential Elective requirement) for graduation.

Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective course is required for graduation and is shown in the list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they choose.
 
Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: JD/MBA students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.
 
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: JD/MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in Good Standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.
 
Minimum and Maximum Time for Degree: JD/MBA Students must complete 120 hours of coursework in no less than three-and-a-half academic years; An academic year consists of a fall
and spring semester. In addition, the candidate must complete the MBA degree within six (6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.
 
Credits from MBA Independent Study and Internship: JD/MBA students may apply a maximum of seven (7) credits from a combination of GSM Internship for Management, Independent Study and Research courses toward MBA graduation requirements.
 
Submit Petition for MBA Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a "petition for degree" at the beginning of their final semester in the JD/MBA program.

Completion of all MBA and Law graduation requirements: JD/MBA students must meet all academic regulations and graduation requirements governing the MBA program unless specifically described in these regulations. JD/MBA degree candidates must have also completed all graduation requirements of the JD degree as stipulated by the College of Law to be eligible for MBA graduation from the Atkinson School.
 
Other Regulations: Regulations governing the courses for the degree program at either school (Law and Atkinson) shall apply unless they are inconsistent with these JD/MBA joint degree regulations.
 
Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section XII. Graduation Requirements - MBA/MSDS Program

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the MBA/MSDS joint degree program. Students classified as MBA, One Year MBA, BA/MBA, JD/MBA or MBA for Professionals students should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.
 
Each MBA/MSDS student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette MBA for Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management (MBA) will be conferred on MBA/MSDS students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements as listed below within the policies and regulations of Data Science and the Atkinson School:

Minimum Total Credits Required: MBA/MSDS joint degree candidates must complete a minimum eighty-one (81) semester credits of coursework. These 81 semester credits include 28 semester hours of coursework in Data Science and 53 semester credits of Atkinson School course work.
 
Minimum MBA Credits: MBA/MSDS students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of fifty- three (53) approved credits of MBA course work and have no pending grades or grades of "Incomplete." The 53 credits of MBA course work must include forty-one (41) credits of
required courses as listed below (which includes 4 credits from the required Experiential Elective and 3 credits of internship), plus eight (8) additional credits of MBA elective course work, and four (4) credits from a DS eligible GSM elective.
 
Required Courses: The 41 credits of required courses are listed below.

GSM 5103	Data Analysis, Modeling & Decision Making (3 credits)
GSM 5104	Managing Individuals, Teams, and Organizations (3 credits)
GSM 5105	Accounting for Managers (3 credits)
GSM 5107	Marketing: Creating Satisfied Consumers (3 credits)
GSM 5108	PACE I: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (3 credits)
GSM 5109	PACE II: Practical Application for Careers and Enterprises (4 credits)
GSM 5111	Finance and Economics I (3 credits)
GSM 5112	Finance and Economics II (3 credits)
GSM 5114	Operations and Systems Management (3 credits)
GSM 6121	Politics & Public Policy for Managers (3 credits)
GSM 6123	Strategic Management (3 credits)
GSM 6xxx	Experiential Elective (4 credits)

Elective Courses: In addition to completing a minimum of forty-one (41) credits of required courses listed above MBA/MSDS students are required to complete an additional twelve (12) credits of MBA elective course work to include eight (8) credits of MBA elective course work and four (4) credits from an MBA/DS-eligible elective.

Required Experiential Elective: A minimum of four (4) credits from an Experiential Elective is required for graduation and is shown in list of required courses. Experiential Elective courses are special elective courses that include a meaningful interaction with organizations or environments, input from the organizations or environments that affects the completion of a deliverable for the class, and an opportunity for students to formally reflect on the factors which led to the success or failure of the experiential activity. Experiential Elective courses are designated by the faculty and are identified on the schedule of classes. Students can take more than one Experiential Elective if they choose.

Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: MBA/MSDS students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the MBA program.

GSM 7251 Internship for Management: MBA/MSDS students are required to complete a GSM 7251 Internship for Management for three (3) elective credits. The internship course is generally completed during the summer between the first and second year of study.
 
Academic Concentrations: Choosing a concentration is not required. Students may also choose to select elective courses based on their own needs and career goals.
 
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: MBA/MSDS candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the school's faculty, and be in Good Standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.
 
Minimum and Maximum Time for Degree: The MBA/MSDS joint degree program must be taken over no less than two academic years. An academic year consists of a fall semester, spring, and summer semester. In addition, the candidate must complete the MBA degree within six (6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.

MBA Independent Study and Internship for MBA/MSDS Students: MBA/MSDS students may apply a maximum of seven (7) credits from a combination of GSM Internship for Management, Independent Study and Research toward MBA graduation requirements.
 
Submit Petition for MBA Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a "petition for degree" at the beginning of their final semester in the MBA/MSDS program.

Completion of all MBA and MSDS graduation requirements: MBA/MSDS students must meet all academic regulations and graduation requirements governing the MBA program unless specifically described in these regulations. MBA/MSDS degree candidates must have also completed all graduation requirements of the MSDS degree as stipulated by Data Science to be eligible for MBA graduation from the Atkinson School.

Other Regulations: Regulations governing the courses for the degree program at either school (Data Science or Atkinson) shall apply unless they are inconsistent with these MBA/MSDS joint degree regulations.
 
Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section XIII. Graduation Requirements - MBA for Professionals

The following information applies only to students enrolled in the MBA for Professionals Program. Students enrolled in the Early Career MBA program should refer to the graduation requirements specific to their program format.

Each student is responsible for a thorough knowledge of graduation requirements. The Willamette University Master of Business Administration (MBA) will be conferred on MBAP students who satisfactorily complete all the requirements listed below within the policies and regulations of the Atkinson School:

Minimum Credits Required: MBA for Professionals students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of forty-eight (48) credits of approved MBA for Professionals course work and have no pending grades or grades of "Incomplete" at the time of graduation. All courses listed below are four credit courses.

Required Courses: The forty-eight (48) credits of required courses are listed below.

GSMPR 621	LEAD: Leadership Effectiveness and Development (4 credits)
GSMPR 622	Data Analysis, Modeling and Decision-Making (4 credits)
GSMPR 623	Accounting for Managers (4 credits)
GSMPR 624	Managing Organizations (4 credits)
GSMPR 625	Creating and Implementing Market Driven Strategies (4 credits)
GSMPR 626	Finance and Economics for Managers (4 credits)
GSMPR 627	Operations and Information Management (4 credits)
GSMPR 6xx*	Elective (4 credits)
GSMPR 6xx*	Elective (4 credits)
GSMPR 6xx*	Elective (4 credits)
GSMPR 631	Strategic Management (4 credits)
GSMPR 632	IMAP (Integrative Management Project) Capstone Course (4 credits)

*May be substituted with any approved 4-credit GSM 6xxx elective course in the Early Career/Career Change program or Master of Data Science program.
 
Integrated Knowledge Experience Week (IKEW) Exercises: MBAP students must satisfactorily complete the IKEW requirement of the Atkinson School MBA programs.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average and Good Standing: BA/MBA candidates for graduation must have a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or higher, comply with requirements determined by the School's faculty, and be in Good Standing within all policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Maximum Time to Complete Degree: The candidate must complete the MBA for Professionals degree within six (6) years from date of initial enrollment in the degree program.

Submit Petition for Degree: Candidates for graduation must submit a "Graduation Application"
during their final semester in the MBA for Professionals program.
 
Curriculum Changes: In the event the curriculum or graduation requirements are changed, the rules in effect at the time of the student's entry to the program will apply unless otherwise stated.

Section XIV. Academic Regulations, Grading, Waivers, Transfer Credits, and Exceptions to Academic Policies for the MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA and MBA/MSDS Programs

Good Standing and Enrollment Status

Good Standing: All students must maintain 'Good Standing' for continued enrollment and graduation. "Good Standing" is defined as adhering to the academic policies, standards of conduct and financial policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Good Academic Standing: All students must maintain a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or better and make satisfactory progress toward degree completion to be in "Good Academic Standing."

Full-time and Part-time Enrollment Status: Students who are enrolled in nine or more credits of graduate level course work in each semester are considered full-time students. Students enrolled in one to eight credits of graduate level course work in any semester are considered part-time students. All academic and conduct regulations of Willamette University and the Atkinson School govern full-time and part-time students.

Grades and Grading

Letter Grades: It is the responsibility of the instructor to assign grades. The Atkinson School uses a letter grade system consisting of seven regular grades. Their grade point values are:

A	=	4.00
A-	=	3.70
B+	=	3.30
B	=	3.00
B-	=	2.70
C	=	2.00
F	=	0.00

Other grades in the Atkinson School MBA grading system are listed below. Each grade shown below has specific requirements and implications.
 

I	=	Incomplete
P	=	Pass for a Pass/Fail or Pass/No-Pass course
N	=	No Pass for a Pass/No-Pass course
T	=	Grade pending continuation of a full-year course
CR	=	Credit
W	=	Withdrawal from course

 
Regulations Regarding “I” Grades: A grade of Incomplete (I) may be assigned at the discretion of the course instructor when an emergency, event, or situation precludes a student from completing the course as planned. To receive an incomplete grade, all coursework must be complete except for a final assignment or exam. If more than a final assignment or exam is required to complete the course, it is necessary to withdraw from the course.

A student requesting a grade of “Incomplete” must enter into an agreement with the faculty member to document remaining requirements and establish the timeline for completion. A copy of the agreement signed by the student and the faculty member is provided to the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, Karen Arthur, at the time the “Incomplete” grade for said student is submitted by the faculty member.

“I” grades must be cleared from the transcript by completing the required coursework within the timeline contained in the agreement, which shall be no later than the end of the next regular academic semester. (Fall or spring semester.) Failure to clear an "I" by the mutually agreed-upon date contained in the agreement will result in the "I" becoming a grade of "F.”

It is the student's responsibility to complete the requirements stipulated in the agreement and take initiative to stay in contact with the faculty member of the course for which the "I" grade was received.

If a student formally withdraws from school before the end of the next regular academic semester, the "I" grade will not be converted to an “F,” however, the student must complete the course by the end of the first semester in which they return to the Atkinson School.
 
Regulations Regarding “F” Grades: "F" grades are calculated in the grade point average and result in zero credits earned toward graduation.

A student who receives an "F" in a required course must repeat the course and earn a grade of "C" or higher in the repeated course. A student who receives an "F" grade in an elective course may repeat the course.

When a course is repeated, both the "F" grade and the grade received in the repeated course
appear on the transcript, and both grades are calculated in the grade point average.

"F" grades have very serious consequences. A student anticipating an "F" in a course is advised to withdraw from the course prior to the last scheduled class meeting of the course.
 
Repeating a Course: Students may not repeat a course previously completed unless the grade earned in that course was an "F." In the case of a core or required course, a course completed with a grade of "F" must be repeated. When a course is repeated, both the "F" grade and the grade received in the repeated course appear on the transcript, and both grades are calculated in the grade point average.
 
Grade Changes: Changes in grades already recorded on a transcript are determined by the faculty member and permitted only under the following conditions:

• Error by the instructor in computing or reporting a grade,
• Completion of work in a course for which the grade of "I" has been recorded; or
• Administrative error in the reporting or recording of a grade.

Grade Appeals

The Atkinson School recognizes two different situations which can initiate a grade appeal, and prescribes a different process for each.

• Situation #1. If a student believes a grade was issued in violation of the University's Discriminatory Misconduct Policy the student should immediately notify the Dean or Human Resources and the appropriate procedures will be followed.
• Situation #2. If a student does not believe a grade was issued in violation of the University's Discriminatory Misconduct Policy, but feels the grade represents a prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation, the Atkinson School has a four- stage grade appeal process. The stages must be completed in order:
  
  Stage 1. The student communicates directly with the professor. Most grade issues can be quickly resolved by respectful discussion at this level. If the issue is not resolved between the student and professor, the next step for the student is to begin the written grade appeal process with Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs, Andrew Kach.
  
  Stage 2. The student prepares a written appeal. The appeal must provide clear documentation showing the grade represents a prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation. A prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation means the assignment of a grade on some basis other than a student's performance in the course. No other criteria for grade appeal will be considered. The student must submit two (2) copies of their appeal in writing to the arbitrator, Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs. The arbitrator shall then decide whether the written appeal meets the standard of “a prejudiced, arbitrary or capricious academic evaluation.” If the arbitrator believes that it does not meet this standard the student may appeal the decision to the Dean of the Atkinson school. The Dean’s decision at this stage will be final and binding.
  Written grade appeals must reach the arbitrator within forty-five (45) days of the posting of grades by the registrar, otherwise the grade will stand as posted and no further appeal will be available.
  
  Stage 3: Once the appeal has been approved by the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs or the Dean, the written appeal will then be distributed as follows: one (1) copy to the Student Affairs Committee (SAC) Chair and one (1) copy to the instructor involved. If the faculty member involved with the grade appeal is the chairperson of the SAC, the arbitrator shall distribute the appeal to the previous chairperson. It is the arbitrator's responsibility to notify both the SAC Chairperson and the instructor in question about the appeal.
  Upon receipt of the written appeal, the SAC Chairperson will make a written request for the involved instructor's position, also to be submitted in writing. The SAC Executive Committee will then meet to review and discuss the appeal including but not limited to interviewing the parties involved in the appeal. If a conflict of interest arises within the SAC Executive Committee, the SAC Chairperson will replace the said compromised individual with an ad-hoc member of similar standing.
  The process of appeal will occur during the regular academic semester (fall or spring) following the initial filing of the appeal. The decision of the SAC shall be rendered in writing and distributed to the student and to the instructor in question.
  
  Stage 4. If either party is dissatisfied with the Committee's decision, they may make a written appeal to the Dean, whose decision is final and binding.

Core Course Waivers

There are two types of core course waivers - the "Credit Waiver" and the "Substitution Waiver." Both waiver options are designed to help students work at advanced levels of study and get the most from their Willamette MBA education. Students on academic probation are not eligible for course waivers.

A "Credit Waiver" automatically applies credits from a waived core course toward graduation requirements and does not require a substitute course. A "Substitution Waiver" requires a specific elective course to replace the waived core course, and credits from the waived core course do not apply toward graduation.

Eligible MBA students are limited to a maximum of six (6) credits from a combination of approved Credit Waivers and approved transferred course work for credit. There is no limit to the number of core courses which can be waived via a Substitution Waiver.

Waiver criteria: The criteria for granting a waiver for a core course are determined by the faculty member responsible for the course and based on an assessment of whether the student meets the academic requirements for waiving the course. Students who waive a core course are responsible for the content of the waived course as it is applied in other MBA core and elective courses.

Waiver policy for each core course is as follows:

• GSM 5103 - Data Analysis, Modeling and Decision Making
  Cannot be waived.
• GSM 5104 - Managing Individuals, Teams and Organizations
  Students who have completed ALL of the following may be eligible for a Credit Waiver for GSM 5104: a bachelor degree in business from an AACSB accredited program within five years of entry to the Atkinson School with a major in Organizational Behavior, Organization Theory or Human Resources; six or more undergraduate courses in HRM/Personnel (including course work in ethics) and earned a minimum grade of 3.0 (B) in each course; four or more junior/senior level courses in Organizational Behavior, Organization Theory, Leadership or Decision Making with a minimum grade of 3.0 (B) in each course; and have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Qualified students must contact Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs before the first week of fall semester.
• GSM 5105 - Accounting for Managers
  Students who have completed a course in Financial Accounting with a minimum grade of 3.0 (B), a course in Cost or Management Accounting with a minimum grade of 3.0 (B), and have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better may be eligible to substitute an approved upper division accounting course for the core course Accounting for Managers. Qualified students must contact the professor during Compass Week to review their waiver options.
• GSM 5107 - Marketing - Creating Satisfied Consumers
  Students who have completed six credits or more of undergraduate course work in marketing with a minimum grade of B (3.0) in each of the marketing courses, have a cumulative GPA of B+ (3.3) or better in all marketing course work, and a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (B) or higher may be eligible for a Substitution Waiver. Students granted a substitution waiver for GSM 5107 are required to complete either "GSM 6260 - Research for Marketing Decisions" or "GSM 6261 Marketing Strategy" in place of GSM 5107. Qualified students must contact Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs before the first week of fall semester.
• GSM 5108 - PACE I and GSM 5109 - PACE II
  Cannot be waived.
• GSM 5111- Finance and Economics I
  Students seeking a waiver for GSM 5111 must contact the professor of the course during Compass Week to review their waiver options.
• GSM 5112 - Finance and Economics II
  Students seeking a waiver for GSM 5112 must contact the professor of the course prior to the start of the spring semester to review their waiver options.
• GSM 5114 - Operations and Systems Management Operations and Systems Management
  Cannot be waived

Transfer Credits

MBA students may be eligible to apply a maximum of six (6) semester credits of graduate course work earned from another university or college toward the Willamette MBA degree. The six- semester credit maximum includes any credits transferred at the time of entry to the program and any credits received (College of Law or other) while enrolled in the Atkinson School.

Grades earned in courses transferred to the MBA program are not used in calculating the student's grade point average. Students should also be aware that quarter credits and semester credits are not equal; six semester credits are equal to nine quarter credits.

Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) semester credits from a combination of approved transfer courses and courses waived for credit.

Students on academic probation (with a cumulative GPA less than 3.00) are not eligible for transfer credits.

Graduate School Credits Earned Prior To Enrolling in the Atkinson School: Students may be eligible to transfer MBA graduate credits earned prior to enrollment at the Atkinson School, as part of the maximum allowable six credits of transfer or waived credits. Transfer credits earned prior to enrollment are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and require the approval of the Dean. To be eligible for transfer consideration courses must meet all the following requirements:

• Credits earned could not have been used to complete a previous degree
• The course must have been completed within three (3) years of entry to the Atkinson School
• The grade received in the course must be a B or better
• The course must have been earned at an AACSB accredited MBA program or an NASPAA accredited MPA program.
• The course must meet the criteria set by the faculty member of the selected course.

Students requesting evaluation of transfer credits earned prior to enrollment at the Atkinson School must submit a written request to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs. The written request must include a copy of the course syllabus. If approved, credits may be applied toward elective credits or toward completion of selected core courses.

Graduate Course Work Completed at Willamette University College of Law during Enrollment at the Atkinson School: MBA candidates who are not candidates for the MBA/JD joint degree may be eligible to receive elective credits for courses completed at the Willamette University College of Law as part of the maximum six (6) semester credits eligible for transfer. MBA students who take courses at the College of Law will be graded on an Honors/Credit/No Credit basis and not within typical curve of the JD program. If you have questions about the grading policy, please contact the Law School's Office of Student Affairs.

Transfer of credits from the W.U. College of Law to the MBA program is governed by all of the following regulations:

• Up to six (6) semester credits of elective course work required for the MBA degree may be transferred from the Willamette University College of Law for College of Law course work completed with a grade of "Honors," "C", "Credit," or better.
• Willamette College of Law courses completed with grades below "C" or grades of "No Credit" are not eligible for transfer to the MBA program.
• Grades earned in law courses will not be used in calculating the MBA grade point average.
• Courses in the College of Law may not be taken by Atkinson students prior to the semester in which the student will have completed at least 24 hours of first year courses. If during that semester any MBA course is dropped, the law course must also be dropped at that time.
• MBA students who have waived six credits of core course work are eligible to transfer credits from the College of Law.
• Students on academic probation (with a cumulative GPA less than 3.00) are not eligible for transfer credits from the College of Law.

MBA students registering for a law course must register at the College of Law. College of Law students are given priority for enrollment in Law courses. College of Law credits will be recorded on the Atkinson School transcript. Students should inform Atkinson Recorder/Records Analyst of their enrollment in a law course.

Students enrolling in elective course work at the College of Law should be aware of the attendance policy governing all College of Law courses that requires minimum attendance at 75% of regularly scheduled class hours. A student who does not satisfy this minimum, regardless of reason, at any point during the semester will be dismissed from the College of Law course.

Dismissal will be noted on the student’s College of Law transcript. College of Law instructors may also impose a stricter attendance policy and additional sanctions for non-attendance if students are informed at the start of the course of the instructor’s attendance rules.

Graduate Course Work Completed at Other Colleges or Universities during Enrollment in the Atkinson School: MBA students may be eligible to transfer pre-approved elective credits earned from another university as part of the maximum allowable six semester credits eligible for transfer. Students on academic probation (with a cumulative GPA less than 3.00) are not eligible for transfer credits.

Credit for approved transfer course work will be entered on the transcript as credit toward graduation but will not be calculated into the GPA. Only credits completed with a grade of "B" or higher will apply toward the MBA degree. The combination of transferred credits from other universities and waived credits cannot exceed six (6) semester credits.

A student desiring to take graduate course work at a college or university other than Willamette University must submit a written request for transfer credits to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs at least six (6) weeks prior to beginning the outside course (s). The written request must include a copy of the course syllabus and will be reviewed for transfer by the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs. Four general guidelines for evaluating requests for transfer are:

• The student must provide evidence that the course is not available through the Atkinson School curriculum, including independent study.
• The student must provide evidence the requested course enhances their educational program and career plans.
• The course must be a graduate level elective course.
• The quality of the offering institution, program, and instruction is to be considered as well as the course content and level.

Upon completion of approved transfer credits, the student must provide the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst with an official transcript from the transfer institution. The recorder will evaluate and convert the credits to Atkinson School semester credits. (Note: quarter credits and semester credits are not equal: 3 quarter credits equal 2 semester credits; 6 quarter credits equal 4 semester credits; 9 quarter credits equal 6 semester credits.)

Requests for Exception to Academic Policy or Procedure

Students requesting an exception to academic policies or procedures must submit a written request and rationale for the request. The proposal should be directed to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs, who will confer with the Dean for a decision.

The following are required of all written proposals.

• The student must explain the request in detail.
• The student must provide information about any discussion or tentative agreements that may have occurred between the student and a faculty member (if any).
• If a tentative agreement has already been made with a faculty member, the student must provide an email from the faculty member to the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs discussing the faculty member's level of support for the proposal and any other comments or suggestions.
• The student must state a clear rationale for the request as to why it is the best alternative for their educational and career goals.

If the proposal is not approved by the dean, the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs will notify the student and Karen Arthur Recorder/Records Analyst, via email.

If the proposal is approved by the dean, the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs will notify the student and Karen Arthur, Recorder, via email.

In situations where the request and/or the approval is complex or the approval is conditional upon other requirements, the student may be required to complete an interview with the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs to discuss the implications and regulations governing the requested exception and any future implications of the exception. In these cases, the student must provide written documentation that they understand and accept the exception that has been made and the conditions and regulations governing the exception by the date indicated in the approval email.

Failure to provide written documentation accepting the conditions and regulations governing an exception by the date stated in the email voids any tentatively approved exception to policy or procedures.

Students should note that the following basic requirements of the MBA degree are never modified:

• Satisfactory completion of the minimum number of credits required for graduation.
• Satisfactory completion of required courses (or substitute courses approved by the Dean).
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in Willamette MBA course work

Section XV. Academic Regulations, Grading, Waivers, Transfer Credits, Exceptions to Academic Policies for the MBAP Program

Good Standing and Enrollment Status

Good Standing: All students must maintain 'Good Standing' for continued enrollment and graduation. "Good Standing" is defined as adhering to the academic policies, standards of conduct and financial policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University.

Good Academic Standing: All students must maintain a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or better and make satisfactory progress toward degree completion to be in "Good Academic Standing."

Full-time and Part-time Enrollment Status: MBA for Professionals students are considered full- time when enrolled in eight credits of Willamette MBA course work during a semester. Students who are enrolled in one to seven credits of Willamette MBA course work in any semester are considered part-time students. Part-time students must meet all academic and conduct regulations governing full-time students in the Willamette University MBA for Professionals program.

Grades and Grading

Letter Grades: It is the responsibility of the instructor to assign grades. The Atkinson School uses a letter grade system consisting of seven regular grades. Their grade point values are:
 

A	=	4.00
A-	=	3.70
B+	=	3.30
B	=	3.00
B-	=	2.70
C	=	2.00
F	=	0.00

 
Other grades in the Atkinson School MBA grading system are listed below. Each grade shown below has specific requirements and implications.
 

I	=	Incomplete
P	=	Pass for a Pass/Fail or Pass/No-Pass course
N	=	No Pass for a Pass/No-Pass course

T	=	Grade pending continuation of a full-year course
CR	=	Credit
W	=	Withdrawal from course

 
Regulations Regarding “I” Grades: A grade of Incomplete (I) may be assigned at the discretion of the course instructor when an emergency, event, or situation precludes a student from completing the course as planned. To receive an incomplete grade, all coursework must be complete except for a final assignment or exam. If more than a final assignment or exam is required to complete the course, it is necessary to withdraw from the course.
 
A student requesting a grade of “Incomplete” must enter into an agreement with the faculty member to document remaining requirements and establish the timeline for completion. A copy of the agreement signed by the student and the faculty member is provided to the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, Karen Arthur, at the time the “Incomplete” grade for said student is submitted by the faculty member.
 
“I” grades must be cleared from the transcript by completing the required coursework within the timeline contained in the agreement — which shall be no later than the end of the next regular academic semester. (Fall, spring or summer semester.) Failure to clear an "I" by the mutually agreed-upon date contained in the agreement will result in the "I" becoming a grade of "F.”
 
It is the student's responsibility to complete the requirements stipulated in the agreement and take the initiative to stay in contact with the faculty member of the course for which the "I" grade was received.

If a student formally withdraws from school before the end of the next regular academic semester, the "I" grade will not be converted to an “F,” however, the student must complete the course by the end of the first semester in which they return to the Atkinson School.
 
Regulations Regarding “F” Grades: "F" grades are calculated in the grade point average and result in zero credits earned toward graduation.
 
A student who receives an "F" in a required course must repeat the course and earn a grade of "C" or higher in the repeated course. A student who receives an "F" grade in an elective course may repeat the course.
 
When a course for which an “F” was received is repeated, only the grade received in the repeated course appears on the transcript and is used in calculating a student’s grade point average.

"F" grades have very serious consequences. A student anticipating an "F" in a course is advised to withdraw from the course prior to the last scheduled class meeting of the course.

Grade Changes: Changes in grades already recorded on a transcript are determined by the faculty member and permitted only under the following conditions:

• Error by the instructor in computing or reporting a grade;
• Completion of work in a course for which the grade of "I" has been recorded; or
• Administrative error in the reporting or recording of a grade.

Grade Appeals

The Atkinson School recognizes two different situations which can initiate a grade appeal, and prescribes a different process for each.

• Situation #1. If a student believes a grade was issued in violation of the University's Discriminatory Misconduct Policy the student should immediately notify the Dean or Human Resources and the appropriate procedures will be followed.
• Situation #2. If a student does not believe a grade was issued in violation of the University's Discriminatory Misconduct Policy, but feels the grade represents a prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation, the Atkinson School has a four-stage grade appeal process. The stages must be completed in order:
  
  Stage 1. The student communicates directly with the professor. Most grade issues can be quickly resolved by respectful discussion at this level. If the issue is not resolved between the student and professor, the next step for the student is to begin the written grade appeal process with Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs.
  
  Stage 2. The student prepares a written appeal. The appeal must provide clear documentation showing the grade represents a prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation. A prejudiced, arbitrary, or capricious academic evaluation means the assignment of a grade on some basis other than a student's performance in the course. No other criteria for grade appeal will be considered. The student must submit two (2) copies of their appeal in writing to the arbitrator, Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs. The arbitrator shall then decide whether the written appeal meets the standard of “a prejudiced, arbitrary or capricious academic evaluation.” If the arbitrator believes that it does not meet this standard the student may appeal the decision to the Dean of the Atkinson school. The Dean’s decision at this stage will be final and binding.
  
  Written grade appeals must reach the arbitrator within forty-five (45) days of the posting of grades by the registrar, otherwise the grade will stand as posted and no further appeal will be available.
  
  Stage 3: Once the appeal has been approved by the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs or the Dean, the written appeal will then be distributed as follows: one (1) copy to the Student Affairs Committee (SAC) Chair and one (1) copy to the instructor involved. If the faculty member involved with the grade appeal is the chairperson of the SAC, the arbitrator shall distribute the appeal to the previous chairperson. It is the arbitrator's responsibility to notify both the SAC Chairperson and the instructor in question about the appeal.
  
  Upon receipt of the written appeal, the SAC Chairperson will make a written request for the involved instructor's position, also to be submitted in writing. The SAC Executive Committee will then meet to review and discuss the appeal including but not limited to interviewing the parties involved in the appeal. If a conflict of interest arises within the SAC Executive Committee, the SAC Chairperson will replace the said compromised individual with an ad-hoc member of similar standing.
  
  The process of appeal will occur during the regular academic semester (fall or spring) following the initial filing of the appeal. The decision of the SAC shall be rendered in writing and distributed to the student and to the instructor in question.
  
  Stage 4. If either party is dissatisfied with the Committee's decision, they may make a written appeal to the Dean, whose decision is final and binding.

Course Waivers

MBA for Professionals courses are not easily waived and most courses are not eligible for a waiver. However, students who have attained a professional credential that matches the content of the relevant GSMPR course may submit a written request for a waiver review to the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs. A written request must be submitted at least six weeks before the beginning of the relevant course and must include: a written a rationale for the waiver, and supporting information that includes a copy of the relevant credential attained and a complete discussion of the educational process required for completion of the credential. The submitted request will be reviewed by the faculty member of the related course and then reviewed by the Dean. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. The decision of the Dean is final.

A maximum of four (4) MBA for Professionals course credits may be waived for eligible students. Students who are granted a waiver for a course are responsible for the content of the waived course as it is applied in other GSMPR courses.

The combination of waived credits and transferred credits from other universities (see policy below) cannot exceed (8) semester credits. In addition, MBAP students on academic probation are not eligible for waivers

Transfer Credits

MBA course work completed at a program accredited by AACSB International prior to enrollment in the MBA for Professionals may be considered for transfer. Requests for transfer credit are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and require the approval of the Dean.

A maximum of 8 semester credits of course work may be approved for transfer to the MBA for Professionals program. In addition, the combination of transferred credits from other universities and waived credits cannot exceed (8) semester credits.

Approved transfer credits are applied toward credits required for graduation. Grades earned in courses transferred to the MBA program are not used in calculating the student's grade point average. Students who are granted transfer credits for a course are responsible for the content of the Willamette course as it is applied in other GSMPR courses. Students on academic probation in the MBA for Professionals program are not eligible for transfer credits.

To be eligible for transfer consideration, previous course work must meet all the following requirements:

• Be a graduate level MBA course from an AACSB International accredited program;
• Completed within three (3) years of entry to the Atkinson School;
• Show a grade of B (3.00) or higher;
• Credits earned cannot have been used to complete a previous degree;
• Credits earned must equal a minimum of 4 semester credits of related course work (4 semester credits are equal to 6 quarter credits); and
• Meet the criteria set by the faculty member of the selected coursework.

Students requesting evaluation of transfer credits earned prior to enrollment at the Atkinson School must submit a written request to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs, who will take the request to the Dean. The written request must include a rationale for the transfer credits, a copy of the course syllabus for the MBA course previously completed, and an official copy of transcript showing completion of the course and the grade received. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. The decision of the Dean is final.

Requests for Exception to Academic Policy or Procedure

Students requesting an exception to academic policies or procedures must submit a written request and rationale for the request. The proposal should be directed to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs, who will confer with the Dean for a decision.

The following are required of all written proposals.

• The student must explain the request in detail.
• The student must provide information about any discussion or tentative agreements that may have occurred between the student and a faculty member (if any).
• If a tentative agreement has already been made with a faculty member, the student must provide an email from the faculty member to Andrew Kach, Assistant Dean for Graduate programs, discussing the faculty member's level of support for the proposal and any other comments or suggestions.
• The student must state a clear rationale for the request as to why it is the best alternative for their educational and career goals.

If the proposal is not approved by the dean, the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs will notify the student and Karen Arthur, Recorder/Records Analyst, via email.

If the proposal is approved by the dean, the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs will notify the student and Karen Arthur, Recorder/Records Analyst, via email.

In situations where the request and/or the approval is complex or the approval is conditional upon other requirements, the student may be required to complete an interview with the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs to discuss the implications and regulations governing the requested exception and any future implications of the exception. In these cases, the student must provide written documentation that they understand and accept the exception that has been made and the conditions and regulations governing the exception by the date indicated in the approval email.

Failure to provide written documentation accepting the conditions and regulations governing an exception by the date stated in the email voids any tentatively approved exception to policy or procedures.

Students should note that the following basic requirements of the MBA degree are never modified:

• Satisfactory completion of the minimum number of credits required for graduation
• Satisfactory completion of required courses (or substitute courses approved by the Dean).
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in Willamette MBA course work.

Section XVI – Academic Probation and Termination

Academic Probation

All students must maintain a cumulative Atkinson School grade point average of 3.00 (B) or better and make satisfactory progress toward degree completion to be in "Good Academic Standing."

MBA students who, after completion of a minimum of twelve (12) MBA credits, have a cumulative GPA below 3.00 (but greater than 2.40), will be placed on probation and receive written notification from Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Students on academic probation are generally not eligible for the following while on academic probation:

• school sponsored internships
• transfer of credits
• waivers
• new scholarship awards

After being placed on academic probation the student has two (2) regular semesters (Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall for all ECCC programs; Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer, Summer/Fall for MBAP) to attain good academic standing with an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better.

Students who do not achieve a GPA of 3.00 or better after the second consecutive semester on probation will be ineligible for further course work. Appeals must be submitted in writing to Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, who will confer with the Dean for a decision. The Dean's decision is final, and no further appeal is available. The appeal will be judged by four criteria:

• Quality of student's performance and experience while at Atkinson
• Evidence of academic and professional growth
• Assessment of ability to successfully complete the program
• Evidence of commitment to complete the program within six year requirement.

Students will be placed on academic probation or removed from academic probation based on the review of their most recent semester's cumulative grade point average. The review of fall semester grades occurs after the completion of fall semester and before the beginning spring semester. The review of spring semester grades occurs after completion of spring semester and before the beginning of summer semester. The review of summer semester grades occurs after completion of summer semester and before the beginning of fall semester.

Students who have questions about academic probation should contact Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Academic Termination

Academic termination will occur when a student on probation for three consecutive semesters does not receive approval of their appeal for continued enrollment.

Students will be academically terminated based on the review of their most recent semester's cumulative grade point average by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. The review of fall semester grades occurs after the completion of fall semester and before the beginning spring semester. The review of spring semester grades occurs after completion of spring semester and before the beginning of summer semester. The review of summer semester grades occurs after completion of summer semester and before the beginning of fall semester.

The termination of enrollment may be appealed to the Dean by the student within the time limit stated in the email and letter of notification. Appeals to the Dean must be submitted in writing to Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, who will confer with the Dean for a decision. Appeals will be judged by the four criteria shown below. The Dean's decision is final, and no further appeal is available.

• Quality of student's performance and experience while at Atkinson
• Evidence of academic and professional growth
• Assessment of ability to successfully complete the program
• Evidence of commitment to complete the program within six-year requirement.

Students who have questions about academic termination should contact the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.

Section XVII. Registration and Enrollment Policies and Procedures for EC/CC MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA, and MBA/MSDS

Auditing Courses is Not Allowed

Only students who are officially registered for a course may attend a course. Auditing a course (sitting in on a class without full participation, grades, and/or registration) is not an available option.

Full-Time and Part-Time Course Loads

Full-time: Students enrolled for at least 9 credits per semester are classified as full-time students. The nine (9) credit minimum applies to any semester of enrollment, whether it be fall semester, spring semester or the optional summer semester.

Although nine credits is the minimum requirement for full-time status in any given semester of the program, students generally complete 15-16 credits per semester (fall semester of the first year, spring semester of the first year, fall semester of the second year and spring semester of the second year) to complete the program in 21 months.

Students enrolling for more than 19 credits will be charged additional tuition beyond the flat rate charge for 9 to 19 credits.

Part-time: MBA students who are enrolled for less than nine (9) credits per semester are enrolled part-time. MBA students who are enrolled for 4.5 to 8 credits per semester meet the half-time enrollment requirement for federal loans.

Registration

Registration Timeline for Current Students: Registration for currently enrolled students for spring semester occurs during November. Registration for returning students for fall semester occurs in April. Registration for a course reserves a place in the class and helps the Atkinson School order an adequate supply of textbooks. All students will register online via SAGE.

New First-Year Students: New Early Career/Career Change MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, MBA/JD, MBA/MSDS, exchange and non-degree students will be registered by the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst for their first fall semester courses. Most students will be registered for 15 credits. First-year students may register for a maximum of 19 credits via the online registration system for spring semester of the first year.

Returning Students: Second-year students and other returning students may register for a maximum of 19 credits via the online registration system for fall and spring semester of the second year of study. Registration for Fall Semester takes place during April. Registration for Spring Semester takes place November.

EC/CC MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA and MBA/MSDS, exchange and non-degree students may not register for certain GSMPR courses in the MBA for Professionals program without prior approval.

Although changes in registration may be made during the add/drop period, students are encouraged to carefully consider their registration choices.

A student is considered officially registered only after fees have been paid or arrangements have been made with the Business Office.

Course Waitlist Procedures

Waitlists are established when a course has reached its enrollment capacity. Prior to the
beginning of classes, students on the waitlist will be moved from the waitlist to enrollment in the course based on the date and time at which the student was added to the waitlist.

Once the semester begins, students who are on a waitlist for a course are expected to attend the first session of the course to receive waitlist priority for enrollment if space becomes available.

If space becomes available in the course during the first week of class, students will be moved from the waitlist to enrollment in the course based on their position on the waitlist of those students who attended the first class session of the waitlisted course. Waitlisted students who do not attend the first session of the course, may not be eligible to enroll in the course if a space becomes available.

Adding, Dropping and Withdrawing from a Course or Courses

Definitions: “Add” means enrolling in a course on or after the first day of the semester. Adding a course to one’s schedule may be done to ensure a full-time schedule, to replace a dropped course, or to simply take additional coursework.

“Drop” means removing a course from one’s schedule on or after the first day of the semester, but during the defined add/drop period. A student may wish to drop a course due to changed interest or plans or to reduce their course load for the semester.
 
“Withdrawal” from a course or courses means the act of removing one or more courses from one’s schedule after the add/drop period for the given semester.
 
Adding a Course: Students may add a course during the add/drop period of the semester online via SAGE. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the add process in a timely manner. Students on the waitlist receive priority for registration in the waitlisted course. If you need assistance contact Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, at karthur@willamette.edu.
 
Students who are trying to decide between two courses that meet at the same time should talk to the professor of each course for advice. Instructions for using SAGE are available online.
 
Dropping a Course: Students may drop a course during the add/drop period of the semester via SAGE. Students considering dropping a course are encouraged to talk to the professor, faculty advisor or the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs prior to the decision. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the action of dropping a course in a timely manner. If you need assistance contact Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, at karthur@willamette.edu. Instructions for using SAGE are available online.
 
Withdrawing from a Course: The deadline to withdraw from an AGSM course is prior to the last scheduled class session of the course. Withdrawal from a course is shown on the permanent transcript as a "W." A grade of "W" does not affect the grade point average, and no credit is granted.

Students considering withdrawing from a course are encouraged to talk to the professor, faculty
advisor, the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs prior to the decision. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the course withdrawal and should email Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, Karen Arthur at karthur@willamette.edu. For a complete list of add/drop dates by semester, see the Academic Calendar.
 
Complete Withdrawal From all Courses During a Semester: Students choosing to withdraw from all courses during a semester should contact Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, Karen Arthur, at karthur@willamette.edu. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the withdrawal process in a timely manner. Students completely withdrawing from the Atkinson School should consult the Student Accounts Office for information about possible refunds and refund policy.
 
Medical Withdrawal: A medical withdrawal may be requested when a student has a documented medical or psychological condition preventing completion of the semester or requiring a reduced course load. See University Medical Withdrawal Policy for more information.

Course Prerequisites

Students are required to meet the stated prerequisite for an Atkinson course prior to enrollment in the course. Students who have successfully completed or waived the course(s) listed as a prerequisite are considered to have met the prerequisite.

Students who have not completed the stated prerequisite may request permission from the faculty member to enroll in the course. The student should discuss their qualifications for taking the course and present evidence as requested by the faculty member. If the faculty member approves the student's enrollment in the course, the faculty member will notify Karen Arthur, Recorder/Records Analyst, who will register the student for the course.
Approval to take a course without the required prerequisite does not constitute the waiver of any course or curricular requirement of the Atkinson School.

Class Attendance

Active class participation and in-class discussions enhance the learning environment for all students. As such, students are expected to attend all classes and participate in all learning activities.

The professor of the course sets the attendance policy for the course and students are expected to adhere to the attendance policy. Attendance, preparation and participation in classroom discussions may be used by faculty in determining course grades.
Students who are aware of the need to miss an upcoming class should discuss their upcoming absence with the professor in advance of the absence and make alternative arrangements for completing any related class requirements.

When a student is unable to attend class due to an unpredictable illness or an immediate personal/professional commitment, they should email or telephone the professor in advance.
Whenever a student misses a class, the student is responsible for all material covered in the missed class and may be asked by the professor to complete additional work to make up for the
missed class session. It is the student's responsibility to initiate, follow through, and complete all material and assignments related to a missed class.

Students who must miss more classes than the professor has outlined as acceptable to meet the requirements of the course, should withdraw from the course for the given semester and re-enroll in the course at a later date.

Discontinuing a Course

The Atkinson School reserves the right to discontinue any course for which the enrollment is insufficient.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Willamette University is committed to the full access and inclusion of all qualified students in its programs. The Willamette University Accessible Education Services office facilitates reasonable accommodations for students with a qualifying disability or temporary medical condition while maintaining institutional standards. Students with a disability should contact the Willamette University Accessible Education Services Office.

Immunizations Required to Attend Class

Willamette University Immunization Policy requires every entering student enrolled at least half time (4.5 credits) who was born on or after January 1, 1957, to provide the university with evidence of having received two doses of measles vaccine on or after the first birthday with a minimum of 30 days between doses. Graduate students must be in compliance prior to the first day of classes, and will not be able to attend classes until the requirement is met. For more information call the Bishop Health Center at 503-370-6062 or
visit https://my.willamette.edu/site/health

Repeating a Course

Students may not repeat a course previously completed unless the grade earned in that course was an "F." In the case of a core or required course, a course completed with a grade of "F" must be repeated. When a course is repeated, both the "F" grade and the grade received in the repeated course appear on the transcript, and both grades are calculated in the grade point average.

Leave of Absence

Officially admitted students who have completed at least one semester of course work at the Atkinson School and intend to enroll in less than one (1) Atkinson course for two (2) or more consecutive semesters, should apply for a Leave of Absence.

Students applying for a Leave of Absence must complete an exit interview with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs prior to the end of the semester preceding the leave, or within two weeks of the beginning of the semester on leave.

Readmission Process for Students Who Leave the Program

Officially admitted students who enroll for less than one (1) Atkinson School course (three credits) for two (2) consecutive semesters must apply for readmission to the MBA program through Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Students who apply for readmission to the MBA program will be automatically readmitted by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs if they meet all of the following six (6) criteria:

• The student applied for and received a Leave of Absence; and
• The student has submitted a letter to the Director of Admission requesting readmission to the program; and
• The student has a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher; and
• the six (6) year completion date for the degree is feasible at the time of readmission; and
• There were no pending disputes, disciplinary actions, or appeals at the time of withdrawal; and
• The student has not previously applied for readmission.

Readmission status of students who do not qualify for automatic readmission may submit their request for readmission to Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, who will confer with the Dean. The Dean will consider the standards listed below in the evaluation of whether to grant the readmission request.

• The six (6) criteria listed for automatic readmission; and
• Quality of student's experience while absent from the program; and
• Performance in alternate classes attended while absent from the program; and
• Evidence of professional growth; and
• Assessment of ability to successfully complete the program; and
• Evidence of commitment to complete the program within the six (6) year completion requirement period.

Readmission requests involving an actual or predicted program completion date beyond the six
(6) year completion period must include an appeal to the Dean for reinstatement of all course credit hours. The Dean's decision is final, and no further appeal is available

Section XVIII. Registration and Enrollment Policies and Procedures for MBAP

Full-time and Half-time Course Loads

The MBA for Professionals program can be completed as a full-time or part-time program.

MBA for Professionals students who are enrolled for at least eight (8) MBA for Professionals credits (2 courses) per semester are classified as full-time MBA for Professionals students, and can complete the program in six consecutive semesters. The 8 credit per semester requirement for full-time status applies to any semester of enrollment, whether it be fall semester, spring semester or summer semester.

MBA for Professionals students who complete at least four (4) MBA for Professionals credits (1 course) per semester are classified as part-time students and meet the half-time enrollment requirement for federal loans.

Registration for MBAP Students

MBAP students are automatically registered for all non-elective courses (GSMPR 621 through 627, GSMPR 631 and GSMPR 632) prior to each semester.

MBAP students have the option to choose elective courses during semesters 3, 4, and 5. Students will receive a list of their elective options during the prior semester and work with the Atkinson Recorder/Records Analyst to choose and register for their electives. Specific process details are shared each semester.

A student is considered officially registered only after fees have been paid or arrangements for payment have been made with the Student Accounts Office.
The Atkinson School and various office within Willamette University (i.e. Student Accounts, Bishop Health Center, etc.) may place a hold on a student’s registration for failing to comply with university policy.

Discontinuing a Course

The Atkinson School reserves the right to discontinue any course for which the enrollment is insufficient.

Class Attendance

Active class participation and in-class discussions enhance the learning environment for all students. As such, students are expected to attend all classes and participate in all learning activities.

The professor of the course sets the attendance policy for the course and students are expected to adhere to the attendance policy. Attendance, preparation and participation in classroom discussions may be used by faculty in determining course grades.
Students who are aware of the need to miss an upcoming class should discuss their upcoming absence with the professor in advance of the absence and make alternative arrangements for completing any related class requirements.

When a student is unable to attend class due to an unpredictable illness or an immediate personal/professional commitment, they should email or telephone the professor in advance.
Whenever a student misses a class, the student is responsible for all material covered in the missed class and may be asked by the professor to complete additional work to make up for the missed class session. It is the student's responsibility to initiate, follow through, and complete all material and assignments related to a missed class.

Students who must miss more classes than the professor has outlined as acceptable to meet the requirements of the course, should withdraw from the course for the given semester and re-enroll in the course at a later date.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Willamette University is committed to the full access and inclusion of all qualified students in its programs. The Willamette University Accessible Education Services office facilitates reasonable accommodations for students with a qualifying disability or temporary medical condition while maintaining institutional standards. Students with a disability should contact the Willamette University Accessible Education Services Office

Immunizations Required to Attend Class

Willamette University Immunization Policy requires every MBAP student enrolled at least half time (4 credits) who was born on or after January 1, 1957, to provide the university with evidence of having received two doses of measles vaccine on or after the first birthday with a minimum of 30 days between doses. Graduate students must be in compliance prior to the first day of classes, and will not be able to attend classes until the requirement is met. For more information call the Bishop Health Center at 503-370-6062 or visit https://my.willamette.edu/site/health

Repeating a Course

MBAP students may not repeat a previously completed course unless the grade earned in that course was an “F” or a "C." To receive credit for the repeated course, the student must complete all requirements of the course as designated for the semester of repeat, and a significant additional deliverable assigned by the instructor of the repeated course.

When a course with a “C” is repeated, the credits from the repeated course cannot be applied to the minimum number of credits required for graduation.

An MBAP student who wishes to repeat more than one course needs to obtain a written approval from the Assistant Dean.

Adding, Dropping and Withdrawing from a Course or Courses

Definitions: “Add” means enrolling in a course on or after the first day of the semester. Adding a course to one’s schedule may be done to ensure a full-time schedule, to replace a dropped course, or to simply take additional coursework.
 
“Drop” means removing a course from one’s schedule on or after the first day of the semester, but during the defined add/drop period. A student may wish to drop a course due to changed interest or plans or to reduce their course load for the semester.
 
“Withdrawal” from a course or courses means the act of removing one or more courses from one’s schedule after the add/drop period for the given semester.
 
Adding a Course: MBA for Professionals students may not add courses after the first course session of the semester, unless approved by instructor of the course. To add a course after the end of the first week of the semester, email Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst at karthur@willamette.edu. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the add process in a timely manner.

Dropping a Course: Students considering dropping a course are encouraged to talk to the professor and the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst prior to the decision. Email the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst at karthur@willamette.edu to drop a course. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process in a timely manner.
Withdrawing from a Course: The deadline to withdraw from an MBAP course is prior to the last scheduled class session of the course. Withdrawal from a course is shown on the permanent transcript as a "W." A grade if "W" does not affect the grade point average, and no credit is granted. To drop or withdraw from a course in the MBA for Professionals program, email the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst at karthur@willamette.edu.
 
Complete Withdrawal From all Courses During a Semester: MBA for Professionals students choosing to withdraw from all courses during a semester should contact Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, Karen Arthur. Students are responsible for initiating and completing the withdrawal process in a timely manner. Students completely withdrawing from the Atkinson School should consult the Student Accounts Office for information about possible refunds and refund policy.

Medical Withdrawal: A medical withdrawal may be requested when a student has a documented medical or psychological condition preventing completion of the semester or requiring a reduced course load. See University Medical Withdrawal Policy for more information.

Leave of Absence

Officially admitted students who have completed at least one semester of course work at the Atkinson School and intend to enroll in less than one (1) Atkinson course for two (2) or more consecutive semesters, should apply for a Leave of Absence.

Students applying for a Leave of Absence must complete an exit interview with the Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs prior to the end of the semester preceding the leave, or within two weeks of the beginning of the semester on leave.

Readmission Process for Students Who Leave the Program

Officially admitted students who enroll for less than one (1) Atkinson School course (three credits) for two (2) consecutive semesters must apply for readmission to the MBA program through Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Students who apply for readmission to the MBA program will be automatically readmitted if they meet all of the following six (6) criteria:

• The student applied for and received a Leave of Absence; and
• The student has submitted a letter to the Director of Admission requesting readmission to the program; and
• The student has a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher; and
• the six (6) year completion date for the degree is feasible at the time of readmission; and
• There were no pending disputes, disciplinary actions, or appeals at the time of withdrawal; and
• The student has not previously applied for readmission.

Readmission status of students who do not qualify for automatic readmission will be determined by Ashley Nixon, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in consultation with the Dean, who will consider the standards listed below in the evaluation of whether to grant the readmission request.

• The six (6) criteria listed for automatic readmission; and
• Quality of student's experience while absent from the program; and
• Performance in alternate classes attended while absent from the program; and
• Evidence of professional growth; and
• Assessment of ability to successfully complete the program; and
• Evidence of commitment to complete the program within the six (6) year completion requirement period.

Readmission requests to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs involving an actual or predicted program completion date beyond the six (6) year completion period must include an appeal to the Dean for reinstatement of all course credit hours. The Dean's decision is final, and no further appeal is available

Section XIX. Regulations Governing Specific GSM Courses

Final Exam Policy for First-Year Core Courses

Final exams for first-year core courses are scheduled by the Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst and will occur during Core Finals Week. No more than one core course exam will be scheduled each day. Final exam dates for first-year core courses are shown on the university’s academic calendar.

Regulations for Specific Courses

Foreign Language: GSM 6290: Willamette University foreign language courses numbered 331, 332 or higher may be completed for Atkinson School credit through GSM 6290. Successfully completing a 331 foreign language course would allow you to say you are competent to conduct standard management activities in that language; 332 would allow you to say you are proficient.

The language instructor has the right to assess and confirm the capacity of the student to take the course and may require MBA students to complete additional course work not required of undergraduates.

GSM 6290 students should be aware of all of the following regulations regarding Foreign Language Study:

• A maximum of 6 credits from GSM 6290 may be applied toward graduation requirements of the MBA degree.
• GSM 6290 is graded Pass/Fail. An Atkinson grade of "Pass" requires a grade of "B" or better in the language class.

The maximum number of P/F and P/N credits that can be applied toward graduation requirements of the MBA degree is limited. See the Pass/Fail and/or Pass/No-Pass Credits note at the bottom of this page.

Philanthropic Investment for Community Impact: GSM 6013A and GSM 6013B: GSM 6013A (fall semester) and GSM 6013B (spring semester) is a year-long course. Students are required to take both semesters of the course to receive credit for either semester. Students who successfully complete both the fall and spring semester will receive 4 credits for each semester (8 credits for the year. Students who do not successfully complete both fall and spring semester will receive zero credits.

O’Neill Student Investment Fund: GSM 6292A and GSM 6292B: GSM 6292A (fall semester) and GSM 6292B (spring semester) are two separate two (2) credit courses. Students may complete GSM 6292A fall semester and choose to enroll or not enroll in GSM 6292B for spring semester. However, students cannot enroll in the spring semester course GSM 6292B without having successfully completed the fall semester course GSM 6292A.

Internships for Management: GSM 7251, 7252, 7253: The internship program is available for eligible students enrolled in the Early Career/Career Change MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, MBA/JD and MBA/MSDS formats. All AGSM Internship for Management courses are graded as "Pass/No Pass" only.

An internship is an on-the-job learning experience intended to supplement the MBA curriculum and provide an important educational and professional experience. Internships provide opportunities to strengthen interpersonal skills, use research design and methodology, organize and implement projects, and gain greater understanding of organizational realities. Employers benefit from the new problem-solving techniques and approaches brought by students. Students have the opportunity to test their interest in prospective employers.

The majority of students secure a paid work experience during the summer between their first and second year of study. However, eligible students may participate in an internship in the summer between the first and second year of MBA study, during fall semester of the second year of MBA study, and during spring semester of the second year of MBA study.

The school markets the internship program to employers and provides counseling and job search assistance to students. However, securing an internship remains the ultimate responsibility of the student.

• GSM 7251: Internships for Management I (3 credits): Internship I is for students participating in their first semester of internship with an employer. This course provides students the opportunity to undertake professional level employment that applies and leverages their first year MBA studies and supports their career objectives while earning credits toward their degree.
  
  Internship I requires students to complete a significant work experience of at least 160 hours over a minimum 8-week period. Internship students will interact closely with their Faculty Internship Advisor (FIA). Coursework is designed to help students focus critical thinking and reflection on their own personal professional development as it relates to their summer internship experience. All AGSM Internship for Management courses are graded as "Pass/No Pass" only.
  
  Prerequisite: Registration for GSM 7251 Internship I requires official approval from the Director of Career Development, completion of a at least 24 credits of the first-year curriculum, good standing, and a cumulative Atkinson grade point average of 3.00 or higher.
  
  Course registration: The Assistant Director of Career Development approves registration for GSM 7251. To prepare for registration, the student’s internship proposal must be submitted via an online portal. To receive credit, an internship must demonstrate the application of MBA-level skills and knowledge. Students must be individually responsible for work products (i.e. completing projects instead of watching others do so). Approval to register conveys that the student’s internship is credit eligible. Actual credit is awarded based on fulfillment of all course requirements and receipt of a grade of P for the course.
  
  Students may take additional semesters of GSM 7251 provided the internship is with a different employer than any previous internships. However, students may only count a total of 7 credits from internship courses toward the total number of credits required for graduation. Students planning to take more than one semester of GSM 7251 should talk with Carly Pon, Assistant Director of Career Development, to learn about the requirements, processes and procedures for taking more than one semester of GSM 7251.
  
  Important note for international students: U.S. law applies to students on an F1 or J1 visa. Please see the GSM-7251 course syllabus for a summary of considerations and contact the Office of International Education staff for complete details.
• GSM 7252: Internships for Management II (2 credits): Internship II is for students participating in the second semester of internship with the same employer. Enrollment in Internship II is limited to students who successfully completed the requirements of Internship I who will be continuing a significant project or assignment started in Internship I, adding a new project or additional responsibilities to their Internship I experience, or working with a new supervisor or department. Internship II provides students the opportunity to undertake professional level employment that applies and leverages AGSM studies and supports career objectives while earning credit toward the MBA degree.
  
  Internship II requires students to complete significant work experience of at least 115 hours over a minimum 8-week period. Internship II students will interact closely with their Faculty Internship Advisor (FIA). Coursework is designed to help students focus critical thinking and reflection on their personal professional development as it relates to their internship experience. All AGSM Internship for Management courses are graded as "Pass/No Pass" only.
  
  Prerequisite: Successful completion of GSM 7251 with the same employer is a requirement for registration on this course. Registration for GSM 7252 requires official approval from the Director of Career Development, a passing grade of GSM-7251, AGSM good standing, and a cumulative Atkinson grade point average of 3.00 or higher.
  
  Course registration: The Assistant Director of Career Development approves registration for GSM 7252. To prepare for registration, the student’s internship proposal must be submitted via the online portal. To receive credit, an internship must demonstrate the application of MBA-level skills and knowledge. Students must be individually responsible for work products (i.e. completing projects instead of watching others do so). Approval to register conveys that the student’s internship is credit eligible. Actual credit is awarded based on fulfillment of all course requirements and receipt of a grade of P for the course.
  
  Important note for international students: U.S law applies to students on an F1 or J1 visa. Please see the GSM-7252 course syllabus for a summary of considerations and contact the Office of International Education staff, for complete details.
• GSM 7253: Internships for Management III (2 credits): Internship III is for students participating in their third semester of internship with an employer. Internship III is limited to students who successfully completed the requirements of Internship I and Internship II. In general, students in Internship III will be continuing a significant project or assignment from Internship II, adding a new project or additional responsibilities to their Internship II experience, or working with a new supervisor or department.
  
  Internship III requires students to complete a work experience of at least 115 hours over an 8-week minimum period. Internship III students will interact closely with their Faculty Internship Advisor (FIA). Coursework is designed to help students focus critical thinking and reflection on their personal professional development as it relates to their internship experience. All AGSM Internship for Management courses are graded as "Pass/No Pass" only.
  
  Prerequisite: Successful completion of GSM 7252 with the same employer is a requirement for registration in this course. Registration for GSM 7253 requires official approval from the Director of Career Development, a passing grade of GSM-7252, AGSM good standing, and a cumulative Atkinson grade point average of 3.00 or higher.
  
  Course registration: The Assistant Director of Career Development approves registration for GSM 7253. To prepare for registration, the student’s internship proposal must be submitted via the online portal. To receive credit, an internship must demonstrate the application of MBA-level skills and knowledge. Students must be individually responsible for work products (i.e. completing projects instead of watching others do so). Approval to register conveys that the student’s internship is credit eligible. Actual credit is awarded based on fulfillment of all course requirements and receipt of a grade of P for the course.
  
  Important note for international students: U.S law applies to students on an F1 or J1 visa. Please see the GSM-7253 course syllabus for a summary of considerations and contact the Office of International Education staff, for complete details.

Academic Regulations Related to Internship for Management Courses

Students should be aware of all the following regulations regarding the "Internships for Management" courses:

• BA/MBA students are required to satisfactorily complete "GSM 7251 - Internships for Management I" for three credits.
• Internships for Management courses are graded as "Pass/No Pass" only. The maximum number of P/F and/or P/N credits that can be applied toward graduation requirements of the MBA degree is limited.
• A maximum of seven (7) credits from Internships for Management courses can be applied toward the graduation requirements of the MBA degree.
• A student may enroll in and complete only one internship course per semester (7251 or 7252 or 7253). Exceptions to this policy require a formal appeal to the Director of Career Management.
• Students on academic probation are not eligible for Internships for Management courses. Students may appeal eligibility through submitting a formal written appeal to the Dean for a decision.

Independent Study and Research Courses - GSM 7261 AND GSM 7262: The elective curriculum includes opportunities for students to do individualized in-depth study with a professor about a management topic of interest. These courses include:

• Independent Study - GSM 7261 (1 to 3 credits)
• Research - GSM 7262 (1 to 3 credits)

Enrolling in an Independent Study or Research course requires permission from the supervising professor. The supervising professor must be a member of the Atkinson School full-time faculty who is either tenured or on a tenure track.

Students seeking to register for an Independent Study or Research course must obtain a registration form from the Atkinson Recorder/Records Analyst, discuss the project with the full- time tenured or tenure track faculty member who will supervise the project, complete the form, obtain the signature of the faculty supervisor on the registration form, and return the form to the Atkinson Recorder/Records Analyst.

Academic Regulations Related to Independent Study and Research Courses: Students should be aware of all the following regulations regarding Research and Independent Study courses.

• Students participating in an Independent Study or Research course must have completed at least 24 credits of core/required first-year courses, must be in good standing, must have a cumulative Atkinson grade point average of 3.00 or higher, and must have the consent of the supervising professor.
• Independent Study and Research courses are graded on a P/F basis. The maximum number of P/F and/or P/N credits that can be applied toward graduation requirements of the MBA degree is limited. See Pass/Fail Credits note at the bottom of this section.
• A maximum of six credits from the combination of Independent Study and Research courses can be applied to toward the graduation requirements of the MBA degree.
• The supervising professor for an Independent Study or Research course must be a member of the Atkinson School full-time faculty who is either tenured or in a tenure track position

Global Study and International Experience - Independent Study - GSM 7261G: The Global Study course involves global study and group site visits in a specific country. GSM 7261G courses will include required pre-trip class meetings and meetings during or after the trip, and visits to numerous companies and other organizations in the country of travel. Students will study fundamentals of international business, the environments and challenges of emerging markets, strategies and operations for succeeding in emerging markets, and specific aspects of business in the country to be visited. Participants in the course will pay charges as specified for the international trip (includes airfare, etc.). GSM 7261G is available as a one (1) credit course or a four (4) credit. Tuition is not charged for the one-credit course. Tuition is charged for the four
(4) credit course.
 
International MBA Exchange Programs - GSM 7240,7241,7242,7243,7244: The Willamette Early Career/Career Change MBA program has graduate study exchange agreements with Copenhagen Business School in Denmark; KEDGE Business School in Bordeaux, France (previously named Bordeaux School of Management); Strasbourg School of Business in France; and Peking HSBC School of Business in Shenzhen, China. Students enrolled in the MBA, BA/MBA, Accelerated and MBA/JD program are eligible to participate. Depending on the exchange program chosen, Willamette MBA students who are selected to participate in an exchange program will study abroad during either:

• the summer semester between the first and second year of study, or
• the fall semester of the second year of study.

Questions about our exchange programs should be directed to Atkinson School Professor Gary Knight, not the exchange institution.

Academic Regulations Related to International MBA Exchange Program Courses: Students should be aware of all the following regulations regarding International MBA Exchange courses.

• Atkinson exchange students will be enrolled at Willamette University while on exchange. Exchange students will register for the GSM MBA International Exchange course appropriate for their exchange program (GSM 7240, 7241, 7242, 7243 or 7244).
• Atkinson School International MBA Exchange courses are graded Pass/No-Pass. Passing grades received from the exchange university will be recorded as "Pass" by the Atkinson School. Non-passing grades received from the exchange university will be recorded as a "No Pass." The Atkinson School transcript will list the name of the exchange institution, courses completed, and the P/N grade assigned.
• Students participating in a fall semester exchange program at Copenhagen Business School, Strasbourg Business School or Peking HSBC University must successfully complete and pass a minimum of 30 ECTS credits or 15 semester credits at the exchange institution to complete the 15 credit GSM MBA International Exchange course. Students must complete at least one MBA level course in Ethics, Social Responsibility or Sustainability during their semester of study at their exchange school.
• Students participating in a fall semester exchange program at KEDGE Business School must successfully complete and pass a minimum of 30 ECTS credits at the exchange institution to complete the 15 credit MBA International Exchange course for fall semester. Students must complete at least one MBA level course in Ethics, Social Responsibility or Sustainability as part of their 30 ECTS credits while at KEDGE.
• The required course "GSM 6121 - Politics and Public Policy for Managers" will be waived for students who successfully complete an AGSM Fall Semester Exchange program.
• Students participating in a summer semester exchange program must successfully complete and pass a minimum of 12 ECTS credits at the exchange institution to complete the 6 credits International Exchange course for summer semester.
• At the completion of the exchange semester, exchange students must order an official copy of their transcript from the exchange school to be sent to the Associate Dean at the Atkinson School.

Pass/Fail and Pass/No-Pass Courses and Credits: The maximum number of Pass/Fail and/or Pass/No-Pass credits that can be applied toward graduation requirements varies with the program option. Academic Regulations Related to Pass/Fail and Pass/No-Pass Credits for MBA and BA/MBA Students are:

• A maximum of twenty-one (21) credits from a combination of Pass/Fail and/or Pass/No- Pass course work, waived credits or transfer credits may be applied toward graduation requirements. Credits may be applied from a combination of courses/credits within the limits listed below and may not exceed a total of twenty-one (21) credits.
  • A maximum of fifteen (15) credits may be applied from International Exchange courses.
  • A maximum of seven (7) credits may be applied from Internships for Management.
  • A maximum of six (6) credits can be applied from a combination of Research, Independent Study courses.
  • A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from the GSM course Foreign Language Study.
  • A maximum of six (6) credits may be applied from a combination of approved transfer course work and Atkinson School waived credits.

Section XX: Commencement Ceremony Policies and Procedures

Petition for Degree

Candidates for graduation must submit a "petition for degree" at the beginning of their final semester in the program.

It is the student's responsibility to be certain that they have completed all graduation requirements and is in good standing within the policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University. Graduation requirements are listed in the Academic Regulations section of this handbook. Each student has online access to their official graduation audit and is expected to communicate in a timely manner with Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst, about any questions pertaining to their graduation audit.

Degree Awarded

The Willamette University Master of Business Administration for Business, Government and Not-for-Profit Management (MBA) degree will be conferred on MBA, BA/MBA, MBA/JD, and MBA/MSDS students who have satisfactorily completed all requirements of their Early Career/Career Change MBA program, and all requirements of any concurrent degree (BA/MBA , MBA/JD, MBA/MSDS) as determined by the registrar's office.

The Willamette University Master of Business Administration (MBA) will be conferred on One Year MBA and MBAP students who have satisfactorily completed all requirements of their designated degree program, and all requirements of any concurrent degree as determined by the registrar’s office.

Participation in the Commencement Ceremony - Graduating Students

Students who meet all of the following requirements may fully participate in The Atkinson School Commencement Ceremony:

• Are in good standing within the policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University;
• Have satisfactorily completed all the requirements of the MBA degree program in which they enrolled (and all requirements of any concurrent degree) as determined by the registrar, and
• Have no outstanding grades of "Incomplete."

Full participation means the student:

• Will have their name called and may walk across the stage;
• Will receive their diploma cover and diploma at the Commencement Ceremony;
• Will be considered and selected for academic honors; and
• Will be listed in the official Willamette University Commencement publication distributed at the Willamette University Commencement Ceremonies in May.

Participation in the Commencement Ceremony: Walking Students

MBA students who have not completed all the requirements for the MBA degree, but are in good standing within the policies of the Atkinson School and Willamette University and for whom one of the following circumstances has been verified and approved by the Dean, may "walk" with their class at the Commencement Ceremony.

• The student is within two courses of completing the total course work required for graduation and will complete the remaining two courses during the summer or fall semester following the Commencement Ceremony.
• The student's cumulative grade point average is below the 3.0 minimum required for graduation as a result of a grade received in the final semester
• The student received a failing grade in a required course taken during the final semester.

Students eligible to "walk" with their class who participate in the Commencement Ceremony:

• Will have their name called and may walk across the stage.
• Will not receive their diploma at the Commencement Ceremony.
• Will temporarily receive a diploma cover when they walk across the stage. The diploma cover must be returned to Atkinson School personnel at the end of the Commencement Ceremony. Students will receive their diploma and diploma cover in the mail, at a later date, after they officially graduate.
• Will not have an opportunity to be selected for academic honors for the ceremony in which they walk. Will have the opportunity for consideration for academic honors as a member of their actual graduating class.
• Will be listed in the official Willamette University Commencement publication distributed at the Willamette University Commencement Ceremonies in May with the notation "on completion."

Students who have questions about participating in the Commencement Ceremony should contact Karen Arthur, Atkinson School Recorder/Records Analyst.

Academic Honors at Graduation

Only students who are "graduating students" may be considered for academic honors at graduation. Awards include:

Graduating Student with the Highest GPA: The graduating student with the highest Atkinson School cumulative grade point average will receive a Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Stole to be worn during the Commencement Ceremony.

Atkinson Honors: Atkinson Honors is bestowed upon graduating students who have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 3.8 or higher in all Atkinson course work. Students who receive Atkinson Honors will receive white honor cords to be worn during the Commencement Ceremony and "Honors" will be noted on their diploma.

Beta Gamma Sigma: Beta Gamma Sigma is an international honor society that recognizes outstanding academic achievement of students enrolled in business and management programs. Willamette's chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma is limited to full-time MBA students whose Atkinson cumulative grade point average ranks in the top 20% of the graduating class. The grade point average utilized for eligibility for membership is the cumulative grade point average at the end of the third semester (fall semester-2nd year) of coursework at the Atkinson School for Early

Career/Career Change and BA/MBA students. The grade point for JD/MBA students is the cumulative grade point average at the end of fall semester of the 4th year of JD/MBA study). Members of Beta Gamma Sigma will receive blue & gold honor cords to be worn during the Commencement Ceremony.

Pi Alpha Alpha (awarded to EC/CC students only):A national honorary society that recognizes and promotes excellence in the study and practice of public affairs and administration. Willamette's chapter of Pi Alpha Alpha is limited to full-time MBA students with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.7 who rank in the top 20% of the graduating class. The cumulative grade point average utilized for eligibility for membership is the cumulative grade point average at the end of the third semester (fall semester-2nd year) of coursework at the Atkinson School for Early Career, Career Change and BA/MBA students. The grade point for JD/MBA students is the cumulative grade point average at the end of fall semester of the 4th year of JD/MBA study). Members of Pi Alpha Alpha will receive light blue & gold honor cords to be worn during the Commencement Ceremony.

Dean’s Awards (awarded to EC/CC students): Dean’s Awards are given in honor of two students who have contributed greatly to the development of the Atkinson community. The award is symbolic of their efforts to foster citizenship and fellowship among the members of the Atkinson community. These are based on consistent efforts to enrich the Atkinson student experience.

Section XXI. University Financial Policies and Procedures

Tuition - MBA, BA/MBA, One Year MBA, JD/MBA

Atkinson School tuition and fees for the full-time Early Career and Career Change MBA formats for the 24-25 academic year are detailed here.

Variations to Standard Tuition Amounts

• BA/MBA students pay the tuition rate of the College of Arts and Sciences during their first year (senior year) of the MBA program.
• All students enrolled in more than 19 credits of course work for fall or spring semester are charged an additional per credit tuition rate for every credit greater than 19. Per credit costs are detailed here.
• Summer school tuition is charged on a per credit basis. Per credit costs are detailed here
• Students enrolled for less than 9 credits in a semester pay tuition on a per credit basis.
• No tuition is charged for the course "GSM 7251 - Internships for Management I" (3 credits) when taken during the summer semester by a student who is completing their first AGSM three credit internship experience. The maximum number of free credits from summer internship experiences through the course GSM 7251 is three.
• No tuition is charged for the one credit course ""GSM7261G - Global Study and International Experience." The course includes other expenses paid by the student (such as travel, airfare etc.), but tuition is not charged for the course.
• MBA/JD students pay the Atkinson School tuition rate for their one year of full-time enrollment in the MBA program. MBA/JD students pay the tuition rate of the College of Law for the other three years of the four-year program.
• Exchange students from Copenhagen Business School, Strasbourg Business School, Peking University or KEDGE School of Management pay tuition to their home school and not to Willamette University.
• Willamette MBA alumni may take selected Atkinson School MBA elective courses through the Willamette MBA for Life program.

Tuition – MBAP for Professionals

Atkinson School tuition and fees the MBA for Professionals for the 24-25 academic year are detailed here.

MBA for Professionals students pay a set tuition rate determined by their semester of entry. Tuition covers the cost of all course offerings and required books. Personal supplies are not included. Laptop computer and software purchases are the responsibility of the student.
 
The tuition rate of the semester of entry remains consistent for MBA Professionals students throughout the six (6) consecutive semesters of the program. MBA for Professionals students, who remain enrolled in the program after the six consecutive semesters of enrollment, will pay the tuition rate of the current academic year. Once a student’s tuition increases, it will remain consistent for an additional six (6) consecutive semesters.
 
Tuition rates change each year with new rates becoming effective in September. Tuition rates are based on the guidelines of the Willamette University Board of Trustees.
 
Willamette MBA alumni may take select Atkinson School MBA elective courses through the Willamette MBA for Life Program.

Health Insurance Requirements for All WU MBA Programs

Because good health and access to health care are essential to student learning and academic success, Willamette University requires all domestic students enrolled half time or more to have health insurance coverage. All international students must also carry health insurance to study at Willamette University. Please refer to the Student Insurance Requirements section of the Student Insurance webpage for additional information regarding credit requirements and excluded programs.

Billing Process for Tuition and Fees

While attending Willamette University, you will be billed each semester for tuition, fees and other incurred charges. You will receive your billing electronically through Willamette University’s electronic billing and payment system. When the billing is posted, you will receive an e-mail notification at your university e-mail address. If you have any questions please call the
Office of Student Accounts at (503) 375-5308, email studentaccounts@willamette.edu or visit them online.

Willamette University Withdrawal Refund Policy

Information about Willamette University Refund Policy refund policies for students who have withdrawn from school are posted in compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998 (Section 668.22). For more information visit the Student Accounts Refund Policy page of the web site.

Section XXIi. Scholarship Awards, Renewals and Policies

Scholarship Policies

Students should contact Tony Cassinerio, Director of Recruitment, with any questions they have about scholarships or scholarship awards.

MBA Students (Early Career/Career Change): Atkinson School scholarships are awarded to qualified MBA students during the initial admission and enrollment process on the basis of merit. Fifty percent (50%) of the scholarship award for the academic year is dispersed for fall semester and 50% is dispersed for spring semester. Scholarship awards are not available for summer semester.
 
MBA for Professionals: Atkinson School scholarships are awarded to qualified MBAP students during the initial admission and enrollment process on the basis of merit. One-third of the scholarship award is dispersed for fall semester, one-third spring semester and one-third for summer semester.

BA/MBA: Students enrolled in the BA/MBA program receive scholarship assistance from the College of Arts and Sciences for their first year of MBA study, and from the Atkinson School for their second year of study. Fifty percent (50%) of the scholarship award for the academic year is dispersed for fall semester and 50% is dispersed for spring semester. Scholarship awards are not available for summer semester.
 
If a BA/MBA student completes their bachelor’s degree after the first semester of MBA study (first year, fall semester) and becomes ineligible for scholarship assistance from the College of Arts and Sciences for their second semester (first year, spring semester), and if the student is eligible for Atkinson School scholarship assistance, then the student will receive Atkinson School scholarship assistance in their first year, spring semester.
 
One Year MBA Students: Atkinson School scholarships are awarded to students in the One Year MBA program during the initial admission and enrollment process on the basis of merit.
Students receive one-third of their scholarship for each of the three semesters of the One Year MBA program (fall/spring/summer or summer/fall/spring).
 
JD/MBA Students: Atkinson School scholarships are awarded to JD/MBA students during the initial admission and enrollment process on the basis of merit and are in effect for the year of
full-time enrollment in the MBA program. Fifty percent (50%) of the scholarship award for the academic year is dispersed for fall semester and 50% is dispersed for spring semester.
Scholarship awards are not available for summer semester. Scholarships assistance for the three
(3) years of full-time enrollment in the College of Law will be determined and awarded based on the policies of the College of Law.

MBA/MSD Students: Atkinson School scholarships are awarded to MBA/MSDS students during the initial admission and enrollment process on the basis of merit. Fifty percent (50%) of the scholarship award for the academic year is dispersed for fall semester and 50% is dispersed for spring semester for the first two years of full-time study (fall/spring and fall/spring). Scholarship assistance for the final summer semester (summer of the 2nd year) will be determined and awarded based on the policies of MSDS program.

Renewal of Scholarships

Scholarships awarded by the Atkinson School are automatically reviewed for renewal following the first year of study. Atkinson scholarships are generally renewable for MBA, MBAP and MBA/MSDS students returning for a second year of full-time enrollment at the Atkinson School if:

• The student is in good standing within the academic policies and expectations of conduct of the Atkinson School and Willamette University, and
• The student maintains full-time enrollment status in the Atkinson School, completing a minimum of nine (9) Atkinson School approved credits per semester for MBA and MBA/MSDS students, or a minimum of eight (8) Atkinson School approved credits per semester for MBAP students.

Students who do not meet the requirements for renewal of their scholarship may appeal the renewal of their scholarship to Tony Cassinerio, Director of Recruitment, who will confer with the Dean in making all appeal decisions.

Renewal for a second year of study does not apply to students enrolled in the JD/MBA or One Year MBA program, or to BA/MBA students who receive no Atkinson scholarship assistance in their first year of MBA study.

• JD/MBA students are awarded scholarship assistance from the Atkinson School only in the one year in which they are enrolled full-time in the MBA program.
• One Year MBA students are awarded scholarship assistance from the Atkinson School only during the one year (three semester) length of the program.
• BA/MBA students receive Atkinson School scholarships only in their second year of full- time study in the MBA program. (first year scholarships for BA/MBA students are awarded by CAS). A BA/MBA student who completes their bachelor’s degree fall semester of the first-year of MBA study and receives Atkinson School scholarship assistance in the second semester of the first-year of MBA study, is eligible for renewal of Atkinson School scholarship assistance if qualified in accordance with AGSM scholarship renewal policies.

Scholarship Award Maximums

The annual dollar amount of scholarship assistance a qualified MBA student may receive from the Atkinson School cannot exceed the general Atkinson School tuition amount announced for the given academic year. In addition, the dollar amount of scholarship assistance for a given semester may not exceed the tuition charged to the individual student recipient for that semester. The maximum number of semesters for which a student may receive scholarship assistance from the Atkinson School are as follows:

• MBA students who qualify for an Atkinson School scholarship may receive Atkinson scholarship assistance for a maximum of four (4) semesters. (first year fall/spring and second year fall/spring)
• BA/MBA students who qualify for an Atkinson School Scholarship may receive Atkinson scholarship assistance for a maximum of two (2) regular semesters. (second year fall/spring) if they received two (2) regular semesters of scholarship assistance from the College of Arts and Sciences in their first year of MBA study. The maximum is three
• (3) regular semesters of assistance (first year spring, second year fall/spring) for students who receive only one semester of scholarship assistance from the College of Arts and Sciences (first year, fall semester).
• One Year MBA students who qualify for an Atkinson School scholarship may receive Atkinson scholarship assistance for a maximum of three 3 semesters. (summer/fall/spring or fall/spring/summer)
• JD/MBA students who qualify for an Atkinson School scholarship may receive scholarship assistance for a maximum of two (2) semesters during the year of full-time enrollment in the Atkinson School (fall/spring). MBA/JD students may receive named scholarship awards for a year of concurrent MBA and JD enrollment if selected.
• MBA/MSDS students who qualify for an Atkinson School scholarship may receive scholarship assistance for a maximum of four (4) semesters (first year fall/spring and second year fall/spring).
• MBAP students who qualify for an Atkinson School scholarship may receive scholarship assistance for a maximum of 6 MBAP semesters. (first year fall/spring/summer, second year fall/spring/summer)

Cancellation of Scholarships

Scholarship recipients may lose their scholarship as a consequence of being found responsible for violating the Atkinson School Honor Code and for issues related to academic probation.

Section XXIIi. Willamette University Policies

As a citizen of the Willamette University community, it is necessary that you understand your responsibilities to the whole and your rights as an individual. Willamette University policies govern all graduate and undergraduate students of Willamette University except where specifically noted within the description of a specific policy or procedure. University-wide policies and procedures are available at the links below:
 
General List of All Policies

Specific Policies:

Student Code of Conduct

Academic Integrity Policy

Education Records Policy (FERPA)

Student Records Privacy

Housing Policy

International Student Handbook

Academic and Student Life Policies

Community Standards Policies

Facility and Safety Policies

Financial Policies

Information Technology Policies

Research Policies

Federal Compliance