Welcome to the School of Business!
Our AACSBI accredited School of Business offers excellent degree programs in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, and Hospitality Management and Tourism. Our curriculum embraces analytical thinking, leadership skills, and advanced technological knowledge along with all the tools necessary for our business graduates to compete and succeed in a global economy.
Our administration, staff, and faculty members understand the needs of the global economy and are constantly surveying industry and business partners to better prepare our students for advancement in the workforce. Our accreditation through AACSB International, the world’s premier accrediting agency for business programs, places us in an elite group of the top 10% of business colleges and schools of businesses throughout the world. Our online programs have been recognized on multiple occasions as among the top online programs in the state and the nation. Our post-baccalaureate certificates provide a streamlined option to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge.
We are proud of our students, alumni, and other stakeholders who continuously impact their communities and our own. Please join our NSU family by becoming a School of Business student. We have one goal, YOURS!
We look forward to seeing you at NSU and in the School of Business.
Best regards,
Margaret S. Kilcoyne, Ph.D.
Director & Professor of Business Administration
Interim Dean, College of Business and Technology
Ms. Karen Loach shared this opportunity. Enterprise is looking for a management trainee. They are specifically interested in current seniors graduating with a bachelor’s degree in December 2017. For more information, please see careers.enterprise.com/job/-/-/430/5735173?mode=job&iis=Indeed&iisn=Indeed.com.
IT Positions at Rangam Consultants: Rangam Consultants Inc. has multiple openings in inclusive hiring programs for differently abled individuals. One of their partners, a major fortune 500 corporation has permanent openings for Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Service Engineers, and Program Managers. If you are interested, please send your resume to sourceabled@rangam.com. All the following positions would like a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems or a related discipline
a. Software Engineer: 1 to 2 years of experience in Java, VB.NET, C/C++,C# or other programming languages and technical competence in understanding systems architecture, algorithms, and end-user experience
b. Data Scientist: Proficiency in C#, Python, or Perl; Engineering experience using large data systems on Hadoop, SQL, etc.; Experience using tools such as Excel, MATHLAB, R, SAS, or AMPL; and experience with product and service telemetry systems
c. Service Engineer: Proficiency in Java, C/C++/C#, Python, Perl, PowerShell, HTML, Batch or Win32; Knowledge of Unix/Linux; Experience in database design and SQL, TCP/IP, and network programming; and research experience in systems architecture, algorithms, database, data mining, networking, distributed systems or machine learning
d. Program Manager: 1 to 2 years of experience in Java, VB.NET, C/C++/C# or other programming languages; Knowledge of designing and developing tool architecture; Technical competence in understanding systems architecture, algorithms, and end-user experience; and strong problem-solving, time management and collaborative skills and expertise in feature definition and operational feasibility
NSU Alumnus Tim Fanguy shared the following opportunity. PHI Inc. (in Lafayette, LA) is looking for two positions. One position is a Software Developer while the other position is a System Administrator. For more information, please see phihelico.hirecentric.com/jobs/.
Thank you to Ms. Prejean for sharing this opportunity. Southern Scripts in Natchitoches, Louisiana is looking for a part-time Accounting Assistant. They would like someone with experience in Word, Excel, Quickbooks, and Accounting. The required education is a high school diploma or equivalent. For more information, please see www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=803708c983118ee3&q=southern+scripts&l=Natchitoches,+LA&tk=1bq3fuod42u9a....
A current CIS student shared the following opportunities from CenturyLink. You can find a list of the opportunities at jobs.centurylink.com/search/?q=intern&q2=&title=&location=monroe&department=&date=. Make sure to apply for all pertinent positions. Some Engineering/IT internships include Engineering & Construction, Network Planning, Testing & Innovation, Digital Platform Development, Network Operations, Product & Services Strategy, Tech Planning & Security, and IT.
Mr. Knight shared the following opportunity. Q2 Solutions, a leading global clinical trials laboratory services organization, is looking for a Cloud Operations IT Engineer. Required knowledge, skills and abilities include (1) Experience in AWS, Azure, or other major cloud-platforms, (2) Working knowledge of multiple hardware and OS platforms and technologies, (3) Working knowledge of IT environments, equipment, and devices, and (4) Excellent communication skills with strong teamwork, analytical skills, and attentiveness to detail. The job is primarily located in Raleigh, North Carolina with other locations in Marietta, Georgia or Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, go to www.quintiles.com/, click on “Careers” at the bottom of the page, choose “North and South America” and then search for “1718068” in the “Job Number” field.
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center is looking for an HL7 Integration Specialist. This position will develop and support integration solutions between Meditech HIS and 3rd party software. For more information, please see www.nrmchospital.org/positions-available.php?id=378.
NSU Demons Coding Club!! Open to 3rd to 8th Graders! Go to bit.ly/NSUCodingClub to fill out the interest form. Club starts soon!
Do you wish there was an easier way to enter the business world? Are you interested in meeting and networking with more local professionals and business owners? Are you ready to make connections with the people who can help you jump start your career? If you are 21 or over, you can—and should—join Natchitoches Young Professionals (NYP) today. Dues are $35 annually and grant exclusive access to members-only events such as Lunch with Leaders, as well as special events throughout the calendar year. NYP members also have the opportunity to participate in philanthropic community projects and NYP holds a Third Thursday Social each month to engage the local community of young professionals. NYP is a fun way to build your professional network and get more involved in the community.
For those of you who are under 21 and interested in adding to your resume, you can join the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce through a Student Membership for just $35. As a Student Member, you get all the benefits of an Individual Member of the Chamber, such as exclusive invites to Chamber events, and access to member pricing for events—but you get them at a steeply discounted rate from the regular $150 fee. The membership is good for one full year once your full-time student status has been verified. This is by far the most-economical way to enjoy all the networking benefits of the Chamber of Commerce and a great way to meet contacts that can help you develop your own business ideas into reality.
If you are interested in joining either Natchitoches Young Professionals or the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, email Membership@NatchitochesChamber.com.
Mr. Daniel Turnbow is a Supervisor at Sonic through the Reiser Group. He is looking for two students to become managers-in-training at the Natchitoches location. His ideal student would a sophomore who would spend their first (part-time) year going through the various jobs at Sonic. Then, during their junior and senior years, the student would be taking on more management duties. Then, when they graduates they would be prepared to actually manage a Sonic business if they chose to do so. He will conduct interviews the week of September 18th so if you are interested, please send your resume to Mr. Landon Amberg (ambergl@nsula.edu) by September 8th. Mr. Amberg will gather the resumes and work with Dr. Parker to get the resumes to Mr. Turnbow.
Southern Scripts currently has several positions open that Aimee Levy has shared. They have a part-time Data Entry Clerk position(s) and a full-time Systems Configuration Technician position in Natchitoches. They also have a Web Developer and a Data Analyst position in Shreveport. For more information, please see the School of Business jobs/internships page. If you are interested, please e-mail Ms. Levy at aimee.levy@ehnhllc.com.
Mr. Edwin Bonilla (HR Marketing and Development Coordinator at Amerisafe let me know of two opportunities. One is for a Help Desk Supervisor in DeRidder and the other is for an Analyst Programmer II in Lake Charles. For more information on the Help Desk Supervisor position, please see careers-amerisafe.icims.com/jobs/1331/it---help-desk-supervisor/job?mobile=false&width=926&height.... For more information on the Analyst Programmer II position, please see careers-amerisafe.icims.com/jobs/1335/analyst--programmer-2/job.
AFCO Industries in Alexandria, Louisiana is looking for a full-time Global Purchasing Manager. This position will manage and coordinate the daily activities of corporate purchasing to support an integrated infrastructure throughout the organization as well as develop a purchasing team to maximize profits by assuring that AFCO obtains the most competitive pricing for its external purchases and services while meeting quality and supply requirements. For the key functions as well as the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities, please see the document posted on the School of Business jobs/internships page. Your resume should be submitted to jbonial@afco-ind.com if you are interested.
Vesta Partners, a Rizing company, is actively seeking a full-time Project Coordinator who will provide project planning and execution support duties for an upcoming large-scale IT implementation project based in the Alexandria, Louisiana area. This is a salaried, benefits-eligible role that will exist for the duration of the 2-year projecti and will work very closely with their client and Vest implementation and senior leadership teams. This role will primarily support the Vesta Partners project lead by organizing and scheduling appointments, planning meetings, writing and distributing emails and assisting in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports. They are looking for expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. They prefer IT experience by academic degree and/or work history. For more information, please see www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/rizing-inc-f4ea35d6/project-coordinator-ad15089b?mid=6755&source=cpc-ri....
Thank you to Ms. Prejean for sharing these opportunities. MidSouth Bank is looking for a number of positions in both the Louisiana and Texas areas. In Natchitoches, they are looking for a full-time Customer Care Specialist. For details of this position, please see rew22.ultipro.com/MID1010/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*AC0D24D9D2AA8632. In Many, they are looking for a full-time Teller. For details of this position, please see rew22.ultipro.com/MID1010/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*F44FEE0A04F3A3DD. In Louisiana, they are looking for a full-time Loan Review Manager. For details of this position, please see rew22.ultipro.com/MID1010/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*237CE16CBED192B9. For a listing of all positions, please see rew22.ultipro.com/MID1010/JobBoard/ListJobs.aspx?__VT=ExtCan.
Thank you to Dr. Horton for sharing this opportunity. A Natchitoches based company is searching for a Network Administrator/Help Desk Technician interested in joining an expanding organization. To succeed in this position, you should be an organized problem solver who has a can-do attitude and enjoys ensuring and sustaining a stable network infrastructure. You will support the business by developing, administering, and maintaining the network infrastructure, making sure that the enterprise systems and related components are secure, have integrity, and are highly available. You will work with software, hardware, network security programs, and data storage systems that change frequently. A key part of this role will be participating in ongoing education to remain up-to-date and fully information. You will be responsible for (1) Providing control measures for LAN security, antivirus and spam; (2) Upgrading network software and hardware; (3) Troubleshooting and fixing local area networks problems, including performance, connectivity and related issues; (4) Controlling the operation of services related to all local area networks and wide area networks, while adhering to company policies and procedures; and (5) Providing training and troubleshooting. They would like some with software experience in SQL Server and Office 365 as well as 2+ years of relevant experience, previous experience with production and on-call environments, switches experience, comprehensive knowledge of IT products, routers experience preferred, WAP (wireless application protocol) experience preferred, experience with network protocols & software & hardware involved in LAN/WAN operations, and for you to be skilled in troubleshooting, analytics, and diagnostics. To apply, please mail resumes to jobapps@dimdev.com.
Amerisafe is looking for a Security Administrator in their Omaha office. They are looking for someone that has 5+ years of experience, Network+, Security+, CEH and/or CISSP. For more information, as well as how to apply, please see careers-amerisafe.icims.com/jobs/1305/security-administrator/job?mobile=false&width=926&height=50....
Claims Adjuster Trainee Position in Shreveport: Ms. Karen Loach shared the following opportunity. Snelling Staffing Services is looking for a Claim Adjuster Trainee for Shreveport. This entry-level career opportunity is for a recent college graduate with a high profile insurance company. This company offers extensive corporate training for college graduates. Job responsibilities include (1) Train to handle & settle property & casualty insurance claims, (2) Investigate, analyze, & evaluate property & casualty personal lines insurance losses, (3) Will work both inside office & outside with daily travel in surrounding area only, (4) Report, negotiate, and settle property & casualty claims of minimal to moderate complexity, (5) Occasionally will handle low complexity commercial claims, (6) Render decisions in an informed, confident and timely manner, & (7) Calculate and approve payments of claims within a certain monetary limit. The salary is approximately $34,000 to start with rapid and generous raises after training. Benefits are provided. North Louisiana resident or native required. If you are interested, please contact Dru Brock at dru@snellingbatonrouge.com or 225-927-0550. The job requirements include a baccalaureate degree, a major in business or criminal justice, a solid GPA, a good driving record, solid organizational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer service orientation with high conflict resolution talents, ability to think critically & make sound business decisions, accurate, detailed, thorough, and any exposure to construction is a plus.
Dr. Parker also shared the following opportunity. The selectee for this position will serve as a Supervisory IT Specialist (Policy & Planning) In the Information Technology Directorate of Navy Systems Management Activity. The selectee will develop and direct information management operations on behalf of the CIO in a large IT enterprise including planning for, implementation of and operations of document & records management systems and requirements. Selectee will manage government and contractor personnel during development, test & evaluation and operations phases of the organization’s information management systems. For more information, please see jobs.washingtonpost.com/job/38180340/supervisory-it-specialist-policy-and-planning-/?TrackID=30.
Dr. Parker also shared the following opportunity. The mission of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA) is to provide force protection, security, and law enforcement, as required for the people, facilities, infrastructure, and other resources at the Pentagon Reservation and Department of Defense (DoD) activities and DoD-leased facilities not under the jurisdiction of a Military Department within the National Capital Region. This position requires US Citizenship. As a Records Management Specialist, your typical work assignments may include (1) Manage the life-cycles of records (creation, maintenance and use, disposition) of all electronic and manual records; (2) Ensure PFPA is in compliance with all applicable records, management laws, regulations, and DoD directives; (3) Implement standard operating procedures for the creation, use and management of both electronic and non-electronic records; (4) Analyze business processes to improve or utilize automated tools, systems, and technology to provide accurate and timely responses to record inquiries and requests; and (5) Collaborate within the DoD and with other Federal Executive Branch Agencies to assess policy, regulations and technology, and implement guidance for use by the Agency to achieve mission requirements. For more information, please see jobs.washingtonpost.com/job/38180341/records-management-specialist/?TrackID=30.
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Continuing Legal Education
CLE: NSU’s School of Business Date: Thursday, December 1st, 2016 Location: Northwestern State University Natchitoches, LA 71497 Russell Hall, Natchitoches Room 4 Credit Hours (1 hour of Law Office Management, 1 hour of Ethics, and [...]
Homecoming Brunch
The School of Business Homecoming Brunch brings together old friends, faculty and alumni. During this reception, the college recognizes outstanding alumni, businesses and faculty achievements. In recognition of their outstanding support to NSU and [...]
Graduation Reception
Spring 2009: Dean Wall congratulates graduates on outstanding academic performance. Each Fall and Spring semester, the College of Business honors its graduating seniors by hosting a reception in the Russell Hall Natchitoches room. Graduating seniors, [...]
J. Walter Porter Forum
The J. Walter Porter forum is an effort to translate the textbook into practice by bringing capable, successful business executives to the campus to speak on selected topics in their area of expertise. The forum [...]