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Business – Management – Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management Delivering products to their destinations and customers — that’s the role of an effective supply chain. The Francis Marion business degree in supply chain management develops skills and expertise critical to the success of companies across industries and around the world. You’ll graduate with the tools to immediately take leadership roles as [...]
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Aug
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Business – Management – Human Resource Management
Human Resource Management How can I attract and retain the very best employees? How do I motivate employees to do their best? What kind of benefits should I offer my employees? Which of my employees should receive a promotion? How do I make sure our workplace is in compliance with all federal and state regulations? [...]
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Business – Management
Management Management majors learn the mechanics of business and study how businesses function. Students find ways to solve problems using data, and they develop communication and managerial skills. Management majors also study the ethical aspects of business decisions. < Back to School of Business The Management major has three separate tracks: Human Resource Management Supply [...]
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Business – General Business
General Business All business majors gain a strong background in theory and practical applications in a breadth of business disciplines. Business students complete courses in accounting, economics, finance, management, management information systems and marketing. Most students select one major area of emphasis from these disciplines for further concentration. < Back to School of Business The [...]
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Aug
16
Business – Finance
Finance Whether your interests include corporate finance, real estate, or investments, the Finance major in the School of Business at FMU is your destination. The study of finance will help you develop the skills needed not only to make the decisions important to business, but also teach you why those decisions are important to the [...]
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Aug
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Business – Economics
Economics How do people and businesses make decisions? Why does our economy have expansions and recessions? What is government’s role in the economy? What is the best use of natural resources? Is trading with other countries good for the economy? What should be produced in a world with limited resources? A degree in economics will [...]
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Aug
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Computer Science
Computer Science Computer Science Course Descriptions Internship Opportunities Extra Curricular Activities Computer Science Symposium < Back to School of Business The Computer Science Department aims to instill in our students a sound knowledge of all key domains of the computing sciences while encouraging critical thinking teamwork, innovation and lifelong love of learning. We have a [...]
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Aug
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Business – Accounting
Accounting The accounting profession offers many opportunities in private industry, public accounting, and government. Our program is designed to assist students in pursuit of accounting careers in a variety of positions and organizations in these sectors. < Back to School of Business Certifications Professional certifications in the accounting area can enhance your opportunities and career [...]
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Aug
15
FMU recognizes outstanding staff service
Francis Marion University honored four employees with special awards at its annual Staff Awards Luncheon Thursday on campus. H. Teresa McDuffie was the recipient of the John J. Kispert Leadership Award, and Julian Young received the Marvin Lynch Humanitarian Award. Jennifer L. Cason and Carolyn Mumford were named winners of the 2016 Staff Service Awards. [...]
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Aug
11
FMU Trustees to hold retreat and quarterly meeting
The Francis Marion University Board of Trustees will hold its annual retreat and quarterly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 4 at the Carter Center for Health Sciences (CCHS) in downtown Florence. The retreat begins at 10:30 a.m. The regular quarterly meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. Trustees will hear reports from their standing committees following the retreat [...]
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Aug
02
FMU recognizes staff members for long-time service
Francis Marion University employees were recognized for long-time service at the annual Staff Awards Luncheon Thursday on campus. Recognized for 30 years of service were: William D. Bessenger, craftsman; Michael G. Hawkins, associate athletics director for media relations and marketing; Joe H. Mehaffey III, physical science program supervisor; Shara L. Moore, director of financial planning; [...]
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