College of Business
Consider what a university can do for you – and what separates the right college from the rest. At Ohio Northern’s Dicke College of Business Administration, that distinction is high-impact learning – a unique Northern offering that gives you so many ways to learn.
Success in Numbers
Here, your professors will become personally invested in your success and every student is guaranteed an internship!
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96% Placement rate of 2019 business graduates within six months of graduation
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No. 1 In Ohio for teaching quality by Bloomberg Businessweek
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45th In the nation for best undergraduate business schools by Bloomberg Businessweek
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16:1 Student-faculty ratio
Message from the Dean
The James F. Dicke College of Business Administration prepares students to become ethical, analytical and globally minded business leaders in a changing world. The integration of theory and practice and ongoing mentoring opportunities are hallmarks of our outstanding academic programs. The college is AACSB accredited and ranked No. 1 in Ohio for teaching quality and 45th in the nation for best undergraduate business schools by Bloomberg Businessweek. I look forward to welcoming you to campus!
- Dr. John Navin, Dean of the James F. Dicke College of Business Administration
You'll put a lot into your college decision. It's about the complete experience.
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Find your passion, and go for it
We build your educational experience around your interests. Our programs offer a solid foundation in business principles.
Add a Minor
In addition to the majors listed above, we also offer several minors that can broaden your understanding of business and help you develop specialized skill sets. Choose from one or more of the following minors to complement your major. (You can also add minors in finance, management or marketing – learn more by clicking on the links above.)
Count on big-time opportunity
Employers value ONU business students, and big-time internships are within easy reach. Because internships open doors, we work hard to match you with the best experiences. Our students intern at multinational corporations, national sports teams, Big 4 accounting firms, family-owned businesses, and more. 100 percent of our students engage in internships, and more than 50 percent of internships result in offers of full-time employment.
The faculty and staff at ONU really set you up for success, and they want to see you succeed and get a job that you are excited about.Chris Garbig, accounting major
Learn business, do business.
We keep it hands-on with real-world projects, networking, travel, internships and
entrepreneurship.
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Find incredible support as you prepare for a professional business career. Our Office of Experiential Learning (OEL) is solely dedicated to helping ONU business students land outside-the-classroom learning experiences and career opportunities. OEL provides information on career planning, help with résumé and cover-letter writing, and assistance with internship placement.
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Find the internship of your dreams. We'll set you up with internships that match your interests and skills, and we have a wide network to draw upon. Internships can take place during the school year or the summer, and can be paid or unpaid. Internships provide an excellent chance to learn in the real world, make professional connections, and figure out your career interests. As an business ONU student, you are guaranteed an internship, and 53 percent of which evolve into full-time positions.
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Take advantage of ONU mentors as you navigate your future. Our innovative mentorship program is designed to ease your transition from high school to college, to keep you engaged your entire time on campus, and to help with networking and job placement. More than one-half of all jobs are filled through networking, so it’s an important skill to hone! As a first-year student, you’ll be assigned an upperclassman as a mentor, but you’ll also have access to faculty and alumni mentors.
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Learn with real money, real decisions and real outcomes. Each year, six ONU business students are selected to participate in the Student Investment Group (SIG), which manage an investment portfolio of close to $150,000. SIG members use all the tools that brokers and analysts use and build skills in research, teamwork and decision-making.
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Learn about tax-return preparation while helping others. Receive training and become IRS-certified to help prepare basic and intermediate federal tax returns and identify special credits. Then, use your training every year to help elderly and low-income taxpayers in Hardin and the surrounding counties find free income tax assistance from Ohio Northern University through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).
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Prepare for a global business environment. ONU’s study abroad program can connect you with opportunities to live and study in the country of your choice. You’ll learn about business practices in another country and explore cultural differences. Every year, approximately 20 ONU business students study abroad in countries like Peru, Ireland and Germany. LEARN MORE...
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Get involved on campus. We offer more than a dozen professional, honorary and greek organizations on campus devoted to the practice of business. Participate in a student organization and you'll network with professionals, develop leadership skills, travel and attend professional conferences, grow in knowledge, and socialize with friends. Here’s what you’ll find:
- Alpha Mu Alpha - honor society for marketing
- Beta Alpha Psi - honor society for financial information
- Beta Gamma Sigma - honor society for business
- Omicron Delta Epsilon - honor society for economics
- Sigma Iota Epsilon - honorary and professional management fraternity
- American Marketing Association (AMA)
- Northern Entrepreneurship Organization
- DCBA Dean’s Advisory Council
- Institute of Management Accountants
- ONU Healthcare Business Professionals
- Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
- Polar Merchandise
- Society for the Advancement of Management
- Society for Human Resources Management
- Student Investment Group
AACSB Accredited
The Dicke College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, a premier accrediting agency. AACSB-accredited schools have the highest quality faculty, relevant and challenging curriculum, and educational and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools. AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5 percent of the world's 13,000 business programs 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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The path to business success takes commitment and hard work. We know you’ve got what it takes, and we can’t wait to meet you.
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Kuumba Fest Sponsored by BSU
Come for a night filled with talent and fashion! Food and drinks will be provided.
Read MoreFaculty Listing
With small class sizes, you will get to know your faculty and they know you. Ask questions, meet one-on-one for guidance and many opportunities for research and networking. Click below for the College of Business faculty listing.
Discover your passions
The opportunities are endless--and they are just waiting for you to grab!
Isaiah Bailey
A dual degree in pharmacy and Spanish has allowed him to use language skills to complement his studies in pharmacy
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Katelyn Keckler
With interests in biology and math, she discovered a perfect niche career path through mechanical engineering at ONU
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Melinda McIntosh
High-impact learning and campus involvement have enhanced her education and overall college experience
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College of Business
121 Dicke Hall525 South Main Street
Ada, Ohio 45810
419-772-2070
s-rausch@onu.edu