The Kelce College of Business at Pittsburg State is among the nation's leading business schools for quality, high standards, and value.
With a mission of offering a well-rounded, world-class education that engages students and prepares them for a future in the business world, the Gladys A. Kelce College of Business stands out as one of the premier business colleges in the country.
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MPAcc - Master of Professional Accountancy
Traditional Format - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Online Format - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
All degree programs in the Kelce College of Business are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB-accredited schools have the highest-quality faculty, deliver relevant and challenging curriculum, and provide educational and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools. Learn why AACSB accreditation matters to students.
AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5% of the more than 16,000 schools worldwide granting business degrees have earned AACSB Accreditation. AACSB-accredited schools produce graduates that are highly skilled and more desirable to employers than other non-accredited schools.
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Pittsburg State University is an outstanding business school, according to The Princeton Review. The New York-based education services company features the school in the 2018 edition of its "Best Business Schools." The Princeton Review has also recognized the PSU Kelce College of Business as the #3 Most Family Friendly based on student assessment of: how happy married students are, how many students have children, how helpful the business school is to students with children, and how much the school does for spouses of students.
The Gladys A. Kelce College of Business at Pittsburg State University was named one of the top business colleges in the nation by Entrepreneur Magazine, a leading publication for and about entrepreneurs. In its April issue, the magazine listed the MBA programs most highly rated by their students in six areas key to a successful career in business.
In 2018, the Accounting Degree Review ranked the Kelce College #6 in the nation for programs offering degrees with forensic accounting. Accounting majors may choose to earn a minor in Fraud Examination. This innovative interdisciplinary minor is composed of a curriculum that is patterned after the requirements for the nationally recognized Certificate in Fraud Examination. Additionally, accounting students may choose to earn a minor or certificate in internal auditing. The college is one of only 50 schools worldwide offering a curriculum sanctioned by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Students desiring admission into the Kelce College of Business must meet the following admission requirements in addition to those of the university.
Students desiring admission into the Kelce College of Business must meet the following requirements:
Complete the following courses with a grade no lower than a C:
To prepare for today’s global marketplace, all majors in the Kelce College of Business are encouraged to participate in one of the many Study Abroad opportunities available through our relationships with other institutions of higher learning around the world. Study Abroad programs can be pursued anytime during a program of study and can be relatively short or long in duration. Students should visit with their advisor about how to best incorporate an international experience into their individual plans.
Kelce faculty members often lead short-term faculty-led study abroad programs in the summer. These programs are available to all Pittsburg State University students and are specifically designed to enhance the business curriculum. For more information about these programs, please see the PSU Study Abroad website.
Additionally, business majors can study on longer summer or semester programs. Our partner universities offer programs in Finland, France, South Korea, and Taiwan. Numerous other opportunities are available to business majors through affiliate study abroad programs.
For more information about any of these programs or any other opportunities, please contact PSU Study Abroad located in 118 Whitesitt Hall.
At Kelce College of Business, students are encouraged to be engaged in the learning process and their future careers in business. In addition to awards based on high quality classroom work, we recognize students who show innovative thinking and get involved, leaving behind a memorable impact on the college, student organizations, and the community. Here you will find the best and brightest students at Kelce and get a glimpse at what they are doing to improve their educational experience at Pittsburg State University.
Annual Awards Ceremony
Each spring, Kelce College of Business hosts its annual awards ceremony where students are awarded for their academic achievement and success.
Annual Kelce College of Business Annual Awards Ceremony Website
Beta Gamma Sigma
Beta Gamma Sigma is the international honor society serving business programs accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.
2022 Beta Gamma Sigma Class
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The Kelce College of Business has many opportunities for students to participate in student run organizations and extracurricular activities. There are several organizations designed to get students involved and allow them to put their classroom knowledge to effective use while gaining experience in the process.
All current and prospective students may apply for scholarships online at the PSU Office of Student Financial Assistance. Completed applications are due by February 1 each year. Learn more.
Click on the links below to learn about scholarships in the following degree program areas.
Graduate Assistantship opportunities may be available within the college, in each department, or university-wide. Graduate Assistantships are limited and granted on a competitive basis. To apply for a GA position in Kelce, check for vacancies at Gorillas4Hire.
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Welcome to the Kelce College of Business. We are proud to be the premier business college in Pittsburg State University’s primary service area. The Kelce College faculty and staff are committed to providing the highest quality of business education for all of our students. Class sizes are relatively small and instruction is always student-centered. Kelce faculty pride themselves on the personal relationships that are forged in our classrooms. Kelce students may choose from seven undergraduate BBA majors: Accounting, Business Economics, Computer Information Systems, Finance, International Business, Management, or Marketing. These majors prepare graduates for successful and rewarding professional careers. Kelce graduates are routinely sought after and hired by leading businesses within the four-state region, across the country, and around the globe. Our annual placement rates regularly exceed ninety percent.
The Kelce College also provides advanced business education through its traditional residential MBA program, the new Professional Online MBA (beginning in the Spring of 2019), and the 4+1 Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAcc) program. MBA students have the option to earn specializations in general administration, accounting, international business, or human resources. The MPAcc is a five-year program whereby students work four years toward a BBA in Accounting followed by one year of graduate study to receive the master's degree that prepares them to sit for the CPA exam.
All of our programs are fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) – a prestigious status held by only the top five percent of business schools around the world. The college has received numerous rankings over the years, including a top-five ranking by Princeton Review for being “family friendly.” The MBA program was also recently recognized for being the second most affordable AACSB-accredited program in the nation.
If you are thinking about becoming a Business Gorilla, feel free to stop by for a visit at any time. We are conveniently located on the front door of the beautiful Pitt State campus on the corner of South Broadway and Cleveland. As you can see elsewhere on this website, we will soon be renovating and expanding our physical facilities thanks to the generosity of our alumni and friends. The future of the Kelce College of Business is very bright and we hope you choose to join us.
Remember to Always Do Business Like a Gorilla!
Paul W. Grimes, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor of Economics
Kelce College of Business
The Gladys A. Kelce College of Business will be the premier regional public business college in Pittsburg State University’s primary service area.
The Kelce College of Business prepares future business professionals within a student-focused environment by empowering students from diverse backgrounds to succeed within the global business community. We provide a foundation for life-long learning and a spirit of engagement by delivering affordable, high-value undergraduate and graduate business education programs. We accomplish this through small classes, committed faculty, scholarship, and community outreach.
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