The LSU Flores MBA Program is an educational experience that will benefit you for a lifetime. Our curriculum is focused on the fast-paced, innovative world of business and incorporates interaction with experienced faculty, business leaders, and diverse classmates. If you are ready to make the ultimate investment in your success, then this is the right program for you. LSU Flores MBA alumni have climbed to the executive suite in organizations such as The Shaw Group, ExxonMobil, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Britton & Koontz Bank. Our alumni can be found in a wide variety of industries and professional fields, including engineering, construction, health care, information technology, marketing, finance, and auditing. As the flagship program of the E. J. Ourso College of Business, the LSU Flores MBA Program is a vital part of the national attention received by the college and LSU. Our prestigious reputation is reinforced through recent national recognition that includes a Forbes.com ranking of 31 in 2011 among public institutions, based on return on investment, and a ranking of 41 among public business schools in U.S. News & World Report’s “2013 America’s Best Graduate Schools.” In March 2012, Eduniversal ranked our program 38 among programs in North America based on the reputation of the program, career prospects and salary level of first employment after graduation, and satisfaction feedback from students.

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Excellent Return on Your Investment>

2. Joe Alleva (left), Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics at LSU,
appeared as a guest speaker during the fall 2012 edition of the
Distinguished Speaker Series.

3. Table of Contents
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The LSU Flores MBA Program · 4 – 9
A Sound Investment · 5 / Program at a Glance · 6 / Customize Your Future · 8
Our Faculty · 10 – 15
Our Core Faculty · 11 / Our Specialization Faculty · 14
Centers and Institutes · 16 – 19
Introduction · 17
Emerging Markets Initiative · 20 – 21
Globalization · 21
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Student Life · 22 – 25
Connecting On and Off Campus · 23 / My LSU · 24 / University Resources · 24
Your LSU Flores MBA Experience · 26 – 35
Your LSU Flores MBA Experience · 27 / Perspectives on the LSU Flores MBA Program · 28 / Community
Involvement · 30 / Student Services · 31 / Career Preparation · 31 / Diary of an LSU Flores MBA · 32 /
Alumni Spotlight · 34 / Career Development · 36 / Global Reach · 37 / Intern Spotlight · 38
Apply Now · 40 – 44
Application Process · 40 / Assistantships, Scholarships, Fellowships, and Student Financing · 42 /
Life in Baton Rouge · 43 / Visit · 44

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Welcome from the Director & Dean
Richard White Jr.
LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business
Dean
You are about to embark on a path that will forever change your understanding of
business.
LSU’s E. J. Ourso College of Business, an AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business) International accredited institution for more than seven decades,
has provided premier graduate education through the awarding of MBAs since 1935.
Over the years, we have worked diligently with local, regional, national, and global
entities to continually improve the LSU Flores MBA Program. We have done so by
ensuring our students receive innovative, challenging, and relevant instruction. The
evidence of our success is plentiful.
The LSU Flores MBA Program is consistently ranked among the Top 50 public
programs in the nation. This is a testament to the accomplishments of our alumni, the
achievements of our students, the research and insight of our faculty, and recognition
by recruiters and organizations that seek out LSU Flores MBAs. We endeavor to provide
a real-world education through various initiatives and events and work to attract the
best candidates to our program.
In fact, a limited number of graduate assistantships with tuition waiver, and merit-
based scholarships are available to high performing applicants.
We invite you to realize your potential. Our faculty, staff, and alumni are proven
contributors to the international business community. Join us. Focus on your
specialization. Achieve your goal.
Just as Jim and Cherie Flores made the decision to invest in our future, we hope you
will make the ultimate investment of investing in yourself.Ed Watson
LSU Flores MBA Program Director;
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs

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Our sponsorship of the LSU Flores MBA Program at LSU has been one
of the most rewarding investments that Cherie and I have ever made.
National recognition and individual student contributions continue to
make an impact in Louisiana and throughout the entire United States
as LSU Flores MBAs populate the workforce of many of the leading
companies of the 21st century. We look forward to the continuation
of this tradition with each graduating class.
Jim and Cherie Flores endowed the MBA program in 1997. Jim Flores is
chairman and chief executive officer of Plains Exploration and Production, a national
independent oil and gas company.

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The Flores MBA Program1

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The LSU Flores MBA Program is an educational experience that will
benefit you for a lifetime. Our curriculum is focused on the fast-
paced, innovative world of business and incorporates interaction with
experienced faculty, business leaders, and diverse classmates. If you
are ready to make the ultimate investment in your success, then this
is the right program for you.
LSU Flores MBA alumni have climbed to the executive suite
in organizations such as The Shaw Group, ExxonMobil,
PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Britton & Koontz Bank. Our alumni
can be found in a wide variety of industries and professional fields,
including engineering, construction, health care, information
technology, marketing, finance, and auditing.
As the flagship program of the E. J. Ourso College of Business, the
LSU Flores MBA Program is a vital part of the national attention
received by the college and LSU. Our prestigious reputation is
reinforced through recent national recognition that includes a
Forbes.com ranking of 31 in 2011 among public institutions, based
on return on investment, and a ranking of 41 among public business
schools in U.S. News & World Report’s “2013 America’s Best
Graduate Schools.” In March 2012, Eduniversal ranked our program
38 among programs in North America based on the reputation of
the program, career prospects and salary level of first employment
after graduation, and satisfaction feedback from students.
Our commitment to business education is unwavering, and our
faculty are experts dedicated to advancing our students’ foundation
of business knowledge. Faculty utilize innovative methods to
ensure a leading edge curriculum. We work hand-in-hand with
various components of the E. J. Ourso College to provide relevant
specializations. This includes partnering with the world renowned
LSU Center for Internal Auditing, which has produced 18 highest
student scorers on the International Certified Internal Auditor Exam.
Ten of these 18 students are LSU Flores MBA Alumni.
Employers recognize the value of the LSU Flores MBA, and
multinationals regularly recruit our students. To further assist our
students in the processes of meeting and interviewing with corporate
recruiters, we deliver important professional, career, and leadership
development opportunities through seminars, workshops, business &
industry involvement, advising, and mentoring.
The LSU Flores MBA Program is committed to providing
comprehensive business education in an inviting atmosphere
that includes the brand new home of the E. J. Ourso College, the
Business Education Complex. As the program continues to grow in
prestige and national prominence, the value of the LSU Flores MBA
grows in both the business and academic communities. Each year,
a newly accepted class of students provides fresh, original ideas and
strengthens the program through its commitment to excellence.
A Sound Investment
Pictured at left: full-time MBA students in the Business Education Complex’s ideation product design lab.

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The LSU Flores MBA Program’s curriculum follows the traditional
four semester academic schedule, requiring 22 months to complete.
Courses reflect the core business principles needed for success and
allow you to specialize in two fields of your choice. Through the
core course curriculum and your specializations, you will learn to
apply modern business management principles to a wide range
of problem-solving and decision-making situations in complex,
dynamic environments. Additionally, you will develop the capacity
to balance quantitative and qualitative aspects and become more
knowledgeable about the legal and ethical issues that frequently
confront business managers.
The LSU Flores MBA Program holds a mandatory “Launch” the week
prior to the start of each fall semester. This is a week-long orientation
that prepares you for the program with a series of professional
development, academic, and social activities, and it serves as an
important time for you to get to know your fellow classmates. At this
time, you are assigned to one of four cohorts, which are selected in
a manner that ensures every cohort has a diverse set of individuals
and perspectives. Each semester, two cohorts are paired for the core
classes. This means that by the end of your first year, you will have
shared a class with all of your fellow classmates.
LSU Flores MBA students typically pursue summer internships with
U.S. or multinational companies during the summer between the first
and second year of the program. Our staff can help you get placed in
a real-world environment, performing work in your area of interest.
Many students even leverage resources right inside the college in
order to gain employment. University administrators, Career Services,
deans, directors, faculty, and our research institutes often provide
students many opportunities for employment right here at LSU.
The LSU Flores MBA Program also offers a dual degree program with
the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center in which students can earn a
JD/MBA in four years. If you are interested in pursuing this option,
you will need to apply to both schools separately and adhere to the
requirements for both programs.
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* Most students hold an internship over the summer to gain valuable work experience in their area of interest. Students have placed well around the
U.S. in a variety of fields and, more recently, more emphasis is placed on international placement.
Many students also work as graduate assistants for a unit in the E. J. Ourso College of Business or across the LSU campus.
Students also find time for international study trips and vacations.
Pre-Program 1st Semester 2nd Semester Summer 3rd Semester 4th Semester
Seminar: Practice of Business Internship* Seminar: Practice of BusinessLaunch
Students engage in leadership and professional development activities throughout the LSU Flores MBA Program.
Financial Accounting Cost Accounting Economic Environment of the Firm
Managing Sources of Competitive
Advantage
Marketing Administration Financial Management
Understanding Behavior in
Organizations
Legal Environment of the Firm
Managerial Statistics
Operations and Supply
Management
Elective II Elective IV
Information Systems Elective I Elective III Elective V

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Specializations are offered for you to gain cutting-edge knowledge and skills to help
drive your career.
Analytics — application of statistics and operations research using technologies to solve business
problems.
Finance — acquisition and utilization of capital by individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Global Entrepreneur — combination of globalization with entrepreneurship to explore
opportunities and learn how to leverage emerging markets new products or services.
Healthcare Management — analysis and management of overall healthcare structure.
Human Resource Management — understanding the strategic approach to the overall
management of an organization’s employees.
Internal Audit — application of a risk assurance consulting function through operations,
compliance, and financial evaluations.
Management Consulting — advising firms and offering solutions to improve organizational
performance.
Marketing Analytics — application of statistics and operations research to maximize marketing
effectiveness.
Supply Chain Management — coordination of resources and activities across multiple
organizations.
Customized — The LSU Flores MBA Program will allow you to work with its expert business faculty
to develop a specialization that provides the skills you need, regardless of your career goals. You will
select three business courses from an approved list to customize your specialization. Past examples
include sports marketing, management, real estate, and project management.
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The BEC classrooms provide students an intimate, high-tech learning environment.

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LSU MBA Program Faculty2
Pictured from left to right: Jianan Wu, Chris Dentzel, Hettie Richardson, Richard White, Young Chun, Ed Watson, Ye-Sho Chen, Rajesh Narayanan, Faik Koray, and Michael Kirby.

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Michael A. Banks
Visiting Assistant Professor Banks teaches the MBA capstone strategy course.
Don M. Chance, PhD, CFA
Professor Chance teaches the MBA core course in finance and an elective in financial risk management. He is a recognized expert in derivative
markets and risk management and has authored three books and numerous scholarly and applied articles on these subjects and other topics in
finance.
Young H. Chun, PhD
Professor Chun teaches the MBA core course in business statistics. His research focuses on business analytics, decision science, and quality
management. In 2011, he received the Best Paper in Application of Theory Award from Northeast Decision Science Institute. Chun has also
received the first-year MBA Professor of the Year award 10 times.
LSU Flores MBA faculty are recognized in business and academic circles as leaders
and experts. Our faculty are advisors and consultants to businesses, thought leaders,
influencers, and are widely published in business and academic periodicals. They are
dedicated to providing the best business education possible and possess the skills to
teach you how to become technically sharp, analytically tuned, and business savvy.
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James S. Fargason, CFE, CIA, CMA, CPA, JD, LLM
Instructor Fargason teaches the MBA core course in business law and the MBA negotiations course. His two law degrees include an advanced
degree in international and comparative law. He is a certified public accountant and has been a member of the auditing and legal professions
for more than 15 years. He has earned the second-year MBA Professor of the Year award several times.
Faik A. Koray, PhD
Professor Koray teaches the MBA core course in economics. He specializes in macroeconomics and international finance, and his research
focuses on the dynamic effects of fiscal policy on the economy.
Min-Hin Carol Liu, PhD, CPA
Assistant Professor Liu teaches the MBA core course in cost accounting. Her upper-level accounting class partners with the Louisiana Business
& Technology Center Student Incubator to offer consulting services on accounting information systems and tax preparation services to student
business owners.
Hettie A. Richardson, PhD
Professor Richardson teaches the MBA core course in organizational behavior and is the co-chair of the Rucks Department of Management. Her
expertise includes strategic human resource management. Additionally, she was named one of The Greater Baton Rouge Business Report’s
“Top 40 Under 40” in 2008.
Andrew H. Schwarz, PhD
Associate Professor Schwarz teaches the MBA core course in management information systems. He specializes in enabling organizations to be
more effective using technology and has been named one of the Top 75 researchers in the global IT academic community for the past three
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Samuel L. Tiras, PhD, CPA
Professor Tiras teaches the MBA core course in financial accounting. He is a certified public accountant, and his research is focused primarily on
financial reporting and auditing. Professor Tiras has also taught extensively in various areas, including accounting principles.
James R. Van Scotter, PhD
Associate Professor Van Scotter teaches the MBA core course in organizational behavior. His research focus centers on identifying, measuring,
and understanding the predictors of success in e-commerce. Additionally, he develops and teaches innovative courses in e-commerce and web
analytics. In 2012, he was named the EWARDS Technology Educator of the Year for his work with the ISDS Department’s Master of Science in
Analytics program.
Edward F. Watson, PhD
Professor Watson is associate dean for Graduate Programs, director of the LSU Flores MBA Program, and teaches the MBA core course in
operations management. His teaching and research interests include global operations and supply chain management, technology management,
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Jianan Wu, PhD
> Department of Marketing Associate Professor
Glenn E. Sumners, CIA, CPA, CFE, DBA
> LSU Center for Internal Auditing Director
> Department of Accounting Professor
Joseph R. Mason, PhD
> Department of Finance Professor
Ye-Sho Chen, PhD
> Emerging Markets Initiative Director
> Department of Information Systems & Decision
Sciences Professor
Robert T. Justis, PhD
> LSU Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute
Advisor
> Rucks Department of Management Professor
Thomas J. Karam, PhD
> Department of Marketing Instructor
Michael P. Kirby, MBA
> Department of Finance Instructor
Walter A. Morales, CFA
> Department of Finance Instructor
> Commonwealth Advisors President & Chief
Investment Officer
Suzanne D. Pawlowski, PhD
> Department of Information Systems & Decision
Sciences Associate Professor
Kerry S. Sauley, PhD
> Rucks Department of Management Instructor
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Rucks Department of Management’s Kerry Sauley is known for his teaching style and
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Centers and Institutes3

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In addition to the academic departments, centers and institutes housed in the E. J. Ourso College of
Business fuel much of its research, outreach, and thought leadership. Through private donations and
federal and state grants, researchers and practitioners expand the frontier of knowledge development
and education in their respective areas. Centers and institutes address deep issues of academic concern
and critical needs of current business and government entities. They also facilitate solutions that can be
distributed and shared through various networks and mechanisms.
Many LSU Flores MBA students perform critical work in these centers and institutes as graduate
assistants, earning student stipends and tuition waivers in the program. Graduate assistantships are
résumé-building opportunities where students are challenged to solve real-world problems through
effective written and verbal communication.
The Louisiana Business & Technology Center
Founded in 1988, the Louisiana Business & Technology Center (LBTC) works to enhance economic
development in Louisiana by supporting existing small businesses and developing new businesses. By
serving as a proving ground for technology applications and utilization the LBTC fosters growth in the
new business segment, increases diversification, and helps create jobs to further expand Louisiana’s
economic development.
LSU Center for Internal Auditing
LSU was endorsed by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) as the pilot school in 1985 to develop
an innovative educational program in internal auditing. Today, the LSU Center for Internal Auditing
(LSUCIA) is in the IIA Internal Audit Education Partnership Program (IAEP) and is considered the premier
internal audit program in the world. LSUCIA provides training to graduate and undergraduate students
and is the model program for institutions around the world.
Introduction
Pictured at left: students discuss business plans at the LTBC Student Incubator.

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LSU Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute
The LSU Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute’s mission is to promote and foster entrepreneurial
practices through education, outreach, and research. The institute seeks to inspire, innovate, integrate,
and implement new ways of thinking to positively impact students, the regional economy in Louisiana,
and the nation. A multidisciplinary institute, the Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute works closely
with the LBTC to assist in economic development and small business development-related endeavors.
The Division of Economic Development
The Division of Economic Development (DED) conducts applied economics research on a wide variety
of topics. Projects include economic impact studies, program evaluations, forecasting, and a broad
range of research assessing the impact of potential policies. The division also produces the annual
Louisiana Economic Outlook (LEO), which analyzes the state’s economy and that of major metropolitan
employment for the next two years.
Highway Safety Research Group
The Highway Safety Research Group (HSRG) is responsible for collecting, maintaining, storing, and
analyzing crash data captured from law enforcement agencies statewide. This data is used for many
research studies and to produce an annual crash data fact book. Fact books are used in setting policies
and selecting projects and programs to improve the safety of Louisiana’s roadways. The HSRG also
provides software development and support for information innovations used by law enforcement
agencies around the state.
Real Estate Research Institute
The Real Estate Research Institute (RERI) was established in 1985, with the mission of encouraging,
supporting, and conducting real estate research. RERI conducts an annual conference in conjunction
with the Baton Rouge Association of Realtors. Additionally, the institute seeks and has received federal
funding for spatial research. This funding helps provide students with support and research training.

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SMART Lab
Funded by LSU’s Center for Computation and
Technology (CCT), the Securities Market Analysis
Research and Trading Lab (SMART Lab) simulates
an interactive training floor where students gain
experience in the fast-paced world of securities
analysis, research, and trading. The lab is equipped
with the latest professional analytic software,
which gives students significant on-the-job style
training in portfolio construction, risk management,
and financial engineering.
Alex Mouton, who graduated in May 2011, worked as a graduate assistant
for the Highway Safety Research Group. LSU Flores MBAs may be offered
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Emerging Markets Initiative4

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To be successful in today’s economy, business leaders need to understand the economic, social, political, and cultural
forces that shape the way business is conducted in various parts of the world. The college focuses on the BRIC economies
(Brazil, Russia, India, and China), and LSU Flores MBA students are afforded an opportunity to participate in annual
international business study trips to China, India, and Brazil. LSU Flores MBA alumni, recruiters, and the business
community are passionately involved in fundraising to offer students international trip scholarships.
During their international experience in China, students broaden their knowledge of Chinese business by learning more
about this emerging market’s history, culture, and global business practices. They meet with various business leaders
across many industries to learn more about business challenges and career opportunities within the global economy, and
they may also explore economic development and career opportunities with specific U.S.- and China-based businesses.
The China trip also includes cultural outings to important areas such as the Great Wall at Mutianyu, the Forbidden City,
and Tiananmen Square. Students typically visit Beijing, Shanghai, and one or more additional cities.
Recently, the E. J. Ourso College of Business forged a new relationship with the University of São Paulo to also offer a
weeklong study trip to Brazil during LSU’s spring break. Mirroring the China trip, students study Brazilian history, culture,
language, and global business practices. There is a balanced mix of site visits to industry, guest business and academic
lectures, and cultural and social activities to keep the trip exciting and productive.
Students took the first study abroad trip to India in January 2012, to visit and learn from university and business partners.
Students are encouraged to inquire for more information about this exciting opportunity.
Many of our alumni work in, and lead, multinationals. We expect future graduates to find significant opportunities in the
global economy. Our globalization initiative helps students prepare for post-graduate worldwide opportunities.
Globalization
Globalization is a key strategic initiative of the E. J. Ourso College of Business.
Pictured at left: students take part in some sightseeing during one of our international trips to India.

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A New Home – The Business Education Complex
A nationally prominent source of business talent and education, the E. J. Ourso College of Business
defines business education in Louisiana. Appropriately for this dynamic world of business education, the
college moved into the Business Education Complex (BEC) in the summer of 2012. The BEC provides the
college a physical presence suited to the needs of its students, faculty, and programs.
The BEC is comprised of a four-story rotunda, two classroom/faculty office pavilions, and a large
auditorium that together surround a central courtyard. Designed by nationally recognized architectural
firm ikon.5 and Coleman Partners, the BEC is the latest iconic architectural landmark of the LSU campus.
More than half of the BEC is devoted to tiered interactive classrooms, collaborative breakout/project
rooms, specialized spaces such as an ideation product design lab and the SMART Lab, quiet study areas,
and a variety of community areas. A modern computer network, including audio-visual equipment,
empowers faculty to videoconference with guest speakers from all over the world, and the 300-seat
auditorium allows more students to learn from distinguished guest lecturers.
The heart of the new complex is The Commons, a 4,000 square-foot central atrium in The Rotunda,
with an adjacent CC’s Community Coffee House. Study spaces and areas for group meetings solidify
The Rotunda as a place of community and daily interactions. It can also be transformed into a venue for
hosting receptions, dinners, presentations, and career events.
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University Resources
LSU Department of University Recreation
University Recreation (UREC) is a vital component of quality of life
for the LSU community. UREC’s mission is to provide comprehensive,
high-quality recreational facilities, programs, and services that support
learning, lifelong participation, and that meet the educational,
recreational, and competitive needs of our students, faculty, and staff.
To fulfill its mission, UREC employs the Student Recreation Center and
the UREC Sport & Adventure Complex. Membership fees for full-time
students are included in university fees.
LSU Student Union
The LSU Student Union recently completed a renovation that
includes the addition of approximately 50,000 square-feet. The
facility houses the LSU Bookstore, a compacted Barnes & Noble, a
branch of Campus Federal Credit Union, a student art gallery, the
Union Theater, and ATMs from area banks. Other general amenities
include a travel agency, a barbershop, Starbucks, TicketMaster outlet,
meeting facilities, and a McDonald’s.
Additionally, the Tiger Lair Food Court houses other well-known food
providers, and the LSU Magnolia Room Restaurant offers a centrally
located eatery on campus.
MyLSU is the email and online access service used by the
LSU community. Through My LSU, university students receive a
one gigabyte email account and 50 megabytes of file storage
space that can be accessed from any Internet capable computer.
Students also have access to many general and specialized
software packages, including Microsoft Office suites, multimedia
editors and players, and presentation software available through
special licensing agreements with the university.
MyLSU also offers students a convenient way to register for
classes, check grades, pay fees, and use Moodle, a community
learning tool whereby professors and students can post
assignments, grades, announcements, and communicate with
each other online.

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LSU Libraries
The LSU Libraries, anchored by the Troy H.
Middleton Library, contain more than 3 million
volumes. Hill Memorial Library houses several
special collections, including the Louisiana and
Lower Mississippi Valley Collections, the E.A.
McIlhenny Natural History Collection, the T. Harry
Williams Center for Oral History, and the United
States Civil War Center. A regional depository
for U.S. government documents, patents, and
Louisiana state documents, the LSU libraries also
house an extensive collection of United Nations
documents.
Using My LSU, students can access the LSU
libraries’ online catalog. Electronic versions of
academic journal articles and selected full-length
books are made available via numerous online
databases through My LSU.
The LSU War Memorial was dedicated in 1998 in memory of those university students who have given the ultimate
sacrifice in conflicts dating back to World War I. Memorial Tower is a monument to all Louisianians who gave their lives
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LSU Flores MBA Experience6

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Our success is measured by the quality of professionals that we
help to develop, not by the number of graduates we produce. As
such, we are committed to keeping admission standards for the LSU
Flores MBA Program high and class sizes small. The average total
enrollment is 150 students, with a typical core class of approximately
35 students and smaller elective classes. Low student-to-professor
ratios mean courses are focused, and the exchange of ideas in the
classroom is abundant. LSU Flores MBAs receive a wealth of personal
attention from the faculty. They have great interactive learning
experiences with innumerable opportunities to engage in thought-
provoking discussions and debate, and participate in hands-on
activities. Classroom experiences are supplemented with out-of-class
activities that include faculty, staff, and members of our business
community.
Due to the collaborative nature of the program, the caliber of your
classmates has a tremendous impact on the quality of your MBA
experience. The LSU Flores MBA Program continues to attract
an increasingly diverse, proficient, and motivated student body.
Students bring a wide variety of work experience and expertise to the
program, which enhances classroom dynamics. Aside from business
backgrounds, LSU Flores MBAs come from the fields of engineering,
natural sciences, social sciences, and liberal arts.
Your LSU Flores MBA Experience
LSU Flores MBA Students learn working with members of your cohort
will greatly enhance your LSU Flores MBA Experience.
Pictured at left: MBA classes are held within close proximity of LSU’s Tiger Stadium.

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Perspectives on the
LSU Flores MBA Program
Practice of Business, presented as Friday morning seminars, addresses topics such as
leadership, entrepreneurship, global business practices, professional development,
and career development. You will benefit from the advice and knowledge of business
professionals and leaders who have broad and deep experiences across many
industries and in many functions. On-site visits to local business organizations, such
as Coca-Cola, are also an important part of the Practice of Business curriculum. These
guided tours offer a chance to see a business from every angle and the tangible
effects of business strategy.
In & Out of the Classroom
In the classroom, you are provided opportunities to develop professional skills through
lectures, presentations, case studies, and group projects. Guest speakers from different
backgrounds share their professional experiences to give you a glimpse into different
business worlds. Additionally, you will benefit from experiential learning opportunities
such as the SMART Lab and the LBTC.
Learning takes place outside the classroom as well, and site visits are a large part of
the LSU Flores MBA experience. Students have taken trips to various businesses in and
around the Greater Baton Rouge Area, including the Port of New Orleans. Additionally,
academic credits can be earned through summer internships and co-op experiences.
The LSU MBA Distinguished Speaker Series (DSS) is also an integral part of the LSU
Flores MBA Program. Through this series, you will gain insight into the forces that
shape the business world from executives who face and manage those issues daily.
This forum allows you to get practical answers to questions from executives and learn
valued lessons from their past experiences.
Practice of Business (POB), presented as Friday
morning seminars, addresses topics such as leadership,
entrepreneurship, global business practices, professional
development, and career development. You will benefit
from the advice and knowledge of business professionals
and leaders who have broad an­­d deep experiences across
many industries and in many functions. On-site visits to
local business organizations, such as Coca-Cola, are also
an important part of the Emerging Business Issues and
Practices in a Global Economy curriculum. These guided
tours offer a chance to see a business from every angle
and the tangible effects of business strategy.
Ochsner Baton Rouge’s CEO Mitch Wasden spoke to students during
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The LSU Flores MBA
Distinguished Speaker
Series (DSS) is an integral part
of the LSU Flores MBA Program.
Through this series, you will gain
insight into the forces that shape
the business world from executives
who face and manage those issues
daily. This forum allows you to get
practical answers to questions from
executives and fuel your future
success.
In the spring of 2012, the DSS
featured Joe Winkler, chairman
and CEO of Complete Production
Services; Joe Alleva, LSU vice
chancellor and director of athletics;
and Christel Slaughter, a principal
at SSA Consultants.
Christel Slaughter, PhD, a principal at an
organizational development and management
consulting firm, SSA Consultants, was a DSS
speaker in spring 2012.

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The Flores MBA Association (MBAA) is a graduate-level student
organization designed to enhance the MBA experience. Since its inception,
the MBAA has served as an effective conduit between our students, the
community, and business leaders from around the globe. The primary goals
of the MBAA are to:
j Promote personal and professional growth outside of the classroom
setting
j Nourish a strong, lasting sense of camaraderie between our fellow students
j Develop extensive professional networks to benefit both students and
business leaders
j Uphold a positive professional image of the LSU Flores MBA Program
Full-time MBA students at the MBAA annual golf tournament to
benefit Boys Hope Girls Hope.
In spring 2012, the DSS featured Joe Winkler, chairman and chief executive officer
of Complete Production Services; Joe Alleva, LSU Vice Chancellor and Director of
Athletics; and Christel Slaughter, a principal of SSA Consultants.
Community Involvement
LSU Flores MBA students are active in the Baton Rouge community and are recognized
as assets. They give to the community through their involvement in the Flores MBA
Association’s Annual Golf Tournament and the National Association of Women MBA’s
Keep the Pace 5K. The golf tournament’s proceeds are contributed to a local charitable
organization, while the 5K is held to support the Charlotte Murray Pace Memorial
Scholarship Fund. Involvement in the Flores MBA Association and NAWMBA-LSU also
provides networking opportunities with each other and community leaders.
At Work
Many LSU Flores MBA students are employed as graduate and teaching assistants
across LSU’s campus. They are selected because students from the program have a
reputation of being hard-working and disciplined. In their roles as graduate assistants,
students develop specialized knowledge in many different fields while honing their
professional skills.

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The National Association of Women MBAs LSU Chapter
(NAWMBA-LSU) is an active organization that aims to develop and
empower its members within, while assisting and supporting the community
outside through informative workshops, influential speakers, exciting events,
and beneficial networking. NAWMBA-LSU seeks to provide opportunities
for growth and success for its members. Furthermore, by focusing outward
into the community, primarily on women’s causes, NAWMBA–LSU aims to
elevate women in the broader social spectrum.
Student Services
Student services provided by the LSU Flores MBA Office facilitate a smooth
transition into the program. Working with students to plan their specializations and
their overarching career goals, the LSU Flores MBA Program staff helps students
with questions regarding class registration, financial aid, fee bill payments, and
programming.
Career Services
As an LSU Flores MBA, you will have access to the university’s Career Services and
LSU Flores MBA staff members and faculty who can assist you to develop your career
opportunities. Our primary goal is to place MBAs in exciting positions at leading
companies as interns or full-time employees. In addition to fostering relationships with
corporate recruiters, career guidance by faculty and staff, and career mentoring by
alumni and the business community, are provided. An array of services are available,
such as mock interviews, résumé critiquing, company research, salary negotiation, and
interviewing advice.
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Launch Week
During Launch, I met most everyone I
was entering the Flores MBA Program
with and got to know everyone in my
cohort. I also attended a welcome
brunch hosted by the LSU chapter of
the National Association of Women
MBAs before Launch Week began, and
it was nice to see some familiar faces.
Launch Week is fun because it isn’t all
about being in the classroom.
We learned about teamwork,
cooperation, and other business
essentials through activities and
participated in great socials and
networking opportunities.
My professors previewed what we
would be covering during the upcoming
semester and certainly made it sound
like it would be intense. During the
week, I also worked with the LSU Flores
MBA Program’s staff on improving
my résumé. Many larger companies
visited campus early in the fall, as they
normally do, and some of my top picks
for companies to work for scheduled
interviews early in September.
The Saturday prior to the start of
classes I went tubing down a river
with the Flores MBA Association
(MBAA). It was fun meeting second-
year students and getting great advice
about the first semester.
First Semester
The first few weeks of class were
really difficult, and transitioning from
undergraduate to graduate school was
more work than I initially thought it
would be. I had taken a few accounting
classes as an undergrad, so I thought I
would breeze through Understanding
Financial Information. This accounting
class, however, was from a perspective
unlike any other I had taken before.
On top of my school work I also
worked with the LSU Flores MBA staff
to find an internship for the summer.
Even though I had only been in school
for three weeks officially, recruiters
from the big companies were already
visiting campus.
I met with my classmates almost
every weeknight to work on different
presentations. My group members were
from a variety of different academic
backgrounds. Some had graduated
from their undergraduate programs
recently, and some brought with them
a handful of years from being in the
workforce. It was great to interact with
such a diverse group.
After the first couple of months I
grew accustomed to what my new life
entailed. The MBAA events held on
the weekends were really fun, and I
was able to bond with my classmates.
Outside of the MBAA, I attended every
home football game that I could. There
is nothing like a Saturday night in Death
Valley (a.k.a. Tiger Stadium). Tailgating
and learning all of the cheers along with
my classmates were a blast as well.
Second Semester
I felt much more comfortable at the
start of my second semester than I did
at the beginning of my first. A new
year had begun, literally, and being
in the program truly felt like a fully
integrated part of my life. In my classes,
I was reunited with my cohort, and
the familiarity of having recognizable
faces in my next slate of classes was
comforting.
We went to Brazil as part of the
college and program’s emphasis on
globalization. The country has such
a rich culture and continues to be
an important emerging market for
American businesses. The experience
was amazing.
Even without football in the mix, the
semester flew by. The classwork was
challenging but manageable, and I
Diary of an LSU Flores MBA
Everyone’s LSU Flores MBA Experience is different. It will be what
you make of it. There are some things that are universal to all of
us as LSU Flores MBAs, however, and I was glad that the program’s
staff gave me a great indication of what was in store from start to
finish. It was an exciting two years and now, diploma in hand, I’m
happy to give you a taste of what you can expect.

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definitely felt my professional skills
were developed further in those few
months. The fall could not get here
soon enough for me, but it would have
to wait until my busy summer was over.
Summer
As if Brazil had not been incredible
enough, I had the opportunity to
squeeze in the program’s annual
two-week study trip to China before
beginning my summer internship. The
experience was packed with outings to
various businesses and cultural events.
I learned a great deal about doing
business in China and was inspired to
pursue opportunities with multinational
corporations that have interests there.
My internship was with a Fortune 500
company headquartered in Texas, but
my duties for the company took me
to Virginia. Many of my classmates
accepted internships all over the U.S.,
including Baton Rouge, but a few went
overseas. It was great to apply what I
had learned my first two semesters in a
real-world setting, and I could not have
asked for a better experience.
Repeatedly my company coworkers and
bosses told me how impressed they
were with me, and I was very hopeful
my internship would lead to a full-time
offer.
Third Semester
One year down, one year to go.
I returned for Launch Week and even
helped the program staff organize
some aspects of it. It was exciting
to meet the incoming students, to
catch up with my classmates, and find
out what their internships were like.
Imagining that just one year ago I was
in the same place as the new first-year
students was difficult, especially when
I took into account everything I had
learned since I first stepped foot on
campus and how much I had developed
professionally.
My focus that semester was two-
fold. I was trying to find a job while
concentrating on my classes. Certainly
it was a bit of a juggling act, but I
knew it would be best to start applying
early to help ensure I had a job before
graduating in the spring.
Of course the fall meant another
season of LSU Football, and a perk of
being a second-year MBA student is
that you get to sit with your classmates
in a reserved section in the stadium to
cheer the Tigers on to victory. Besides
the fun I had learning even more with
my cohort, I really enjoyed getting to
know many of the first-year students.
Fourth Semester
After a mild winter, spring returned
to Baton Rouge. The weather was
beautiful, and that only added to
keeping me busy. The MBAA hosted
its annual charity golf tournament, and
the local NAWMBA chapter hosted its
annual 5K run to help fund a memorial
scholarship. I participated in both.
That final semester was really devoted
to my specialization and going through
my last few elective classes. All of my
electives taught me so much about
my field of study. Additionally, that
final semester presented me with a
life changing decision to make. The
company I had interned with the
previous summer offered me a position
in its home office, and I accepted.
Thankfully, the program’s Student
Services staff aided me greatly when it
came time for me to negotiate a salary
with my new employer. For the final
two months of the program I found
myself looking forward to starting my
new position, but my classes were still
engaging and kept me grounded in the
present.
April and May of that year flew by.
Honestly, the two years of the program
flew by. It was an enjoyable experience,
I made wonderful friends, and I know I
can count on the program to be there
for me even though I am no longer a
student. Keeping in touch with what
is going on back in Baton Rouge is
easy thanks to the college’s website,
Facebook, and Twitter. Many of my
cohorts and fellow LSU Flores MBAs are
even on LinkedIn. Additionally, the LSU
Flores MBA Alumni Association works
to bring us together from time to time.

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Erica Aucoin, Class of 2005
Project Manager · Entergy Corporation
How did the program prepare you for the future?
Having an engineering background, the LSU Flores MBA Program provided me with the diversity of
knowledge needed to succeed in today’s corporate environment. I learned how to apply my analytical
point of view to a broader set of challenges and therefore added more value to my employer.
Did you have any “Eureka!” moments while in the program?
I don’t recall any specific moments, but one of the most valuable things you learn in the program is
how to function and thrive in a team environment. So much so that you develop lasting relationships
with those teammates. I even married one.
LSU Flores MBA Alumni Spotlight
Lance Glaser, Class of 2010
Project Services Field Accounting Manager · Performance Contractors, Inc.
How did the program prepare you for the future?
Through the hard work of a dedicated faculty and staff, the LSU Flores MBA Program provided me not
only with refined management, leadership and technical skills, but also networking opportunities that
reached beyond the borders of the United States. While attending the LSU Flores MBA Program, I was
able to take advantage of one of the study trips to Brazil, which helped me to gain a new perspective
of today’s global economy and the importance of the worldwide emerging markets.
Did you have any “Eureka!” or “lightbulb” moments while you were in the program?
There were many moments while I was in the LSU Flores MBA Program that challenged me to think
from a different viewpoint. Whether it was during group sessions, lectures, Practice of Business
seminars, or listening to one of our many speakers during the program’s Distinguished Speakers Series,
the LSU Flores MBA Program exposed me to real world challenges that today’s leaders are facing, while
supplementing the education that I was receiving from the experienced faculty in the classroom.

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Gaines Garrett, Class of 2010
CEO · KC Kayaks
How did the program prepare you for the future?
The LSU Flores MBA Program gave me the technical skills and, in turn, the confidence to start my own
company. Also, having the chance to hear other great entrepreneurs speak inspired me to follow my
dreams.
Did you have any “Eureka!” moments while in the program?
My “aha” moment came during a presentation from one of our speakers in my entrepreneurship class.
It wasn’t until then that I realized that in order to achieve something great, you must be willing to take
the risk. I learned that day that you must be willing to fail before success is even an option.
Vivien Luo, Class of 2008
Divisional Strategic Planning Analyst · BlueCross BlueShield of Louisiana
How did the program prepare you for the future?
The program prepared me very well both academically and professionally. I not only gained technical
knowledge on management, but also benefited from the large professional network provided by the
program. During each semester, the program offered numerous networking opportunities with various
local and national companies. These opportunities helped enhance my interpersonal, social, and other
critical soft skills. I actually obtained my current job through the MBA alumni network.
Did you have any “Eureka!” or “lightbulb” moments while you were in the program?
I chose to specialize in internal auditing during MBA study and through the Center of Internal Auditing
got a summer internship opportunity at Deloitte’s Hong Kong office for three months and had a
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According to a Graduate Management Council survey of more than 1,250 corporate recruiters
representing 737 companies, LSU Flores MBAs are set apart by their superior skills in critical areas,
including strong work ethic, leadership skills, interpersonal and people management skills, and strategic
and analytical thinking.
Our staff is dedicated to ensuring a one-on-one relationship in which you receive valuable career
coaching as you search for internships and full-time, post-graduate positions. Once you are admitted to
the program, our staff will contact you to discuss your goals. Our program places a strong emphasis on
professional development, offering training in résumé building, interviewing, and interpersonal skills.
You will have the chance to revise your résumé so that it is eye-catching to recruiters in your field and
learn how to be more confident and self-aware in an interview or on the job.
We have an exceptional record of assisting our MBAs in obtaining positions with local, national, and
international companies in a variety of industries. There are substantial opportunities for you to meet
with potential full-time employers through campus interviewing, networking receptions, career fairs,
executive luncheons, evening presentations, and alumni events.
Twice a year, the E. J. Ourso College of Business, along with LSU’s Career Services, hosts the E. J. Ourso
College of Business Networking Reception. This is a companion event to LSU’s Career Expo that is
designed specifically for LSU Flores MBAs and business undergraduates. More than 70 organizations
attend the reception each semester in search of interns and full-time employees. Our staff partners
with the reception to offer an area just for LSU Flores MBAs to meet with employers who are looking
for MBAs to fill internships and full-time positions. LSU’s Career Services also offers one-day recruiting
events throughout the academic year that cater to specific industries and majors.
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Global Reach
LSU Flores MBAs have accepted
internships and full-time
positions with companies from
around the world. Each year,
the LSU Flores MBA Program
establishes new relationships
that lead to more opportunities
for students and graduates, and
that trend will only increase as
the program and the E. J. Ourso
College of Business continue to
venture out to emerging markets
such as China, India, and Brazil.
Listed here is a sampling of the
companies who have Flores MBAs
as interns or full-time employees
in recent years.
ExxonMobil Corporation
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Deloitte & Touche LLP
Ernst & Young
KPMG
Shell Oil Company
The Shaw Group Inc.
Amedisys Inc.
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Association
Entergy Corporation
Capital One Financial Corp
JP Morgan Chase & Co.
Chase Bank
Altria Group Inc.
Freddie Mac Federal Home
Loan Mortgage Corporation
Chevron Corporation
Northrop Grumman
Corporation
Humana Inc.
BHP Billiton
Tyco Electronics Ltd.
Conestoga-Rovers &
Associates
Grant Thornton LLP
Cameron International
Corporation
Nielsen Media Research
Protiviti
Citibank Inc.
McDermott International Inc.
Nestle
Liberty Mutual Group
FDIC Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation
Plains Exploration and
Production Company
Compass Bank
Ochsner
IBM International Business
Machines
Fannie Mae Federal National
Mortgage Association

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Ashley Jones
Company Interned For: Halston in New York City
What were you doing for Halston?
“Product development. That included line development, fabric and notions sourcing, and linelist
maintenance.”
What specifically did you find yourself applying to your internship that you learned in
year one of the LSU Flores MBA Program?
“Many of the marketing principles I learned in my first semester core marketing class were
reinforced through my internship this summer. Designing the perfect product for a specific
demographic is very important, and with each decision, our target market was always at the
forefront of decision making.”
What aspect of the program has translated almost exactly to your internship?
“Product development requires a lot of collaboration and teamwork among all the different
areas within the company. As a result, the teamwork skills I learned in the MBA program were
very important as I worked with design, technical design, merchandising, and production on the
Halston Heritage line.”
Malloy Moulis
Company Interned For: Greene’s Energy Group
What are you doing for Greene’s Energy Group?
“My job title is accounting/financing intern. I am working in the Lafayette corporate office, but
there are more than 40 offices all over the U.S. including Houston, all the major shale plays
throughout the U.S., and a pair in Brazil and Singapore. To date, I have performed a general ledger
audit for foreign subsidiaries in Brazil and Singapore. I have also reconciled the Q1 2012 fixed
asset list with the general ledger for some of companies which make up Greene’s Energy Group
(Devin, GEG Brazil, GEG Asia Pacific, and GEG Corporate). Lastly, I am working with the testing
and services group financial manager on side projects and have assisted him in some of his profit
and loss, EBITDA, NPV, and other various metric analyses.”
What specifically do you find yourself applying to your internship that you learned in
year one of the LSU Flores MBA Program?
“I apply my knowledge of accounting and finance to my internship, specifically dealing with fixed
assets, depreciation, and overall understanding of the general ledger. The finance also comes in on
some of my side projects. The finance manager uses NPV analysis to help determine if the company
should purchase new equipment in the renal division, so I sit in and help perform these analyses.”
What aspect of the program has translated almost exactly to your internship?
“Here at Greene’s Energy Group, similar to the LSU Flores MBA Program, networking is huge.
Obviously, internal networking is great because you see those people every day, but the largest
network is with the customers. Greene’s depends on its reputation and word- of- mouth
recommendations from existing clients. A large part of the business is keeping the customers satisfied
so that they will recommend their customers to us, creating a larger pool of clients.”
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Grace Xu
Company Interned For: Lewco Specialty Products Inc.
What were you doing for Lewco Specialty Products?
“As a marketing intern, I assisted in the design and maintenance of the website, the creation of
company brochures, and the development of marketing strategies.”
What specifically did you find yourself applying to your internship that you learned in
year one of the LSU Flores MBA Program?
“Without question, I found myself putting into practice all of the teamwork skills and lessons
about professionalism that were taught to us. Everyday brought with it the challenge to work
cooperatively and calmly with fellow employees.”
What aspect of the program has translated almost exactly to your internship?
“Honestly, everything from my marketing classes has been applicable. The instruction I received in
my first year of the LSU Flores MBA Program helped me tremendously while I was at Lewco.”
Brandon Rasberry
Company Interned For: Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners
What were you doing for the Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners?
“I am interning in the area of Account Management (client relationships) and New Business
Development (prospecting new businesses to pitch). BSSP is located in Sausalito, California, which
is literally on the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge. I could basically ride a bike to downtown
San Francisco from work!”
What specifically did you find yourself applying to your internship that you learned in
year one of the LSU Flores MBA Program?
“Many of the lessons acquired in my marketing administration class, from branding, to campaign
planning, to presentations and soft skills are applied every day. Often, I am able to provide input
on marketing strategies, creative documents, consumer insights and advertising campaigns that I
learned directly from marketing administration.”
What aspect of the program has translated almost exactly to your internship?
“The collaborative nature of the LSU Flores MBA Program has really prepared me to work with
people at my internship. On a daily basis, I work in groups to brainstorm ideas and provide
strategic feedback. The ability to work well in groups is pivotal in my field, and I can honestly say
the LSU Flores MBA program has helped me acquire that skill.”

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Admissions policies for the LSU Flores MBA Program are designed
to ensure that incoming classes are composed of highly qualified
individuals representing diverse academic, professional, and
cultural backgrounds. Through our personalized admissions
process, each applicant is evaluated on academic and professional
accomplishments, GMAT performance, undergraduate GPA,
individual career goals, an application essay, and an interview.
Previous professional, full-time work experience is preferred for entry
into the program but is not required.
Open to graduates of accredited four-year universities and colleges,
the LSU Flores MBA Program accepts applications on a rolling
admissions basis. Prospective students are encouraged to apply
early and to visit the LSU campus and the LSU Flores MBA Program
office. Campus tours, class visits, and meetings with faculty and
administrators are scheduled on an individual basis upon request.
Admissions Requirements
The following minimum admissions requirements must be met:
> A bachelor’s from an accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent
from a foreign institution
> An acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admission
Test (GMAT)
> An acceptable GPA on undergraduate work and a GPA of 3.0 or
better on any graduate work attempted
> Acceptance to the LSU Graduate School
> Acceptance by the LSU Flores MBA Academic Admissions
Committee
> International students must display proficiency in English
> Two to three letters of recommendation in support of your
readiness for graduate education as well as personal, professional,
and academic accomplishments
How to Apply
Admission to the LSU Flores MBA Program is a two-step process
that involves both the LSU Graduate School and the LSU Flores MBA
Program.
Applying to the LSU Graduate School
> Visit the LSU Graduate School website and complete the online
Graduate Admissions Application form.
> Pay a $50 application fee ($70 fee for international students).
> Submit an official transcript of all previous college or university
work.
> Submit an official GMAT score.
> Send in completed immunization form.
> Submit two to three letters of recommendation.
> Complete and submit financial statement (international students
only).
> Submit TOEFL scores (international students only). Please view the
Graduate School Standards for exceptions.
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Applying to the LSU Flores MBA Program
Once your information has been received from the LSU Graduate
School, you will be sent an email with the LSU Flores MBA Program’s
supplemental application. Applications are processed only after the
following actions have been completed:
> Current professional résumé submitted and received
> Personal statement(s) received
> On campus interview conducted
Assistantships, Scholarships, Fellowships, and Student
Financing
Anyone applying for admission to the LSU Flores MBA Program may
be eligible for assistantships, scholarships, and fellowships. Financial
assistance is awarded to certain LSU Flores MBA students each
year. Once accepted into the program, you will automatically be
considered for any financial support that you are eligible to receive.
Separate applications are not required.
The Office of Student Aid & Scholarships is also able to provide
information on affordability and access for all students to obtain their
educational goals.

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As the state capital, Baton Rouge can be considered the hub of this dynamic and growing state. Located
on the Mississippi River, just 70 miles northwest of New Orleans, and 270 miles east of Houston,
you’ll find Baton Rouge to be business-friendly, economically diverse, and thriving with artists and
entrepreneurs. Baton Rouge has all of the amenities of a big city with the charm and character of a tight-
knit community.
Baton Rouge enjoys a strong economy that has helped the city rank as the “Best Mid-Sized Metro Area
for New and Expanded Corporate Facilities” in 2011 by Site Selection Magazine and one of the “Top
10 Cities for Young Adults” in 2011 by The Business Journals. In 2010, the city was ranked as the
2nd for “Best Mid-sized Cities for Jobs by Forbes. The city is home to Fortune 1000 company Lamar
Advertising Company.
Due to its central location, Baton Rouge has a strong mix of South Louisiana cultures. Students from LSU
and other institutions of higher learning make up approximately 20% of the population. Additionally,
there is an international flavor as nearly 12,000 of Baton Rouge’s approximately 800,000 residents hail
from outside the United States.
The 1950s and 1960s saw a boom in the petrochemical industry in Baton Rouge, but more recently the
city has developed into one of the South’s fastest growing cities in terms of technology. Video game
giant Electronic Arts (EA), publisher of the popular John Madden football franchise, opened a testing
center in Baton Rouge, and the city has served as the backdrop for various major motion pictures and
will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.
In addition to an expanding visual arts scene, Baton Rouge hosts a varied assortment of events
throughout the year, including Mardi Gras, an annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, the Red Stick
International Animation Festival and, of course, at least seven LSU home football games in the fall. While
a soon-to-be expanded Tiger Stadium—LSU’s football home—will have an official capacity of right at
100,000, the crowd on campus for some football Saturdays exceeds 150,000.
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We know you want to make an informed decision,
so come visit us! Ask questions about requirements
or the application process with a staff member.
Sit in on a Friday morning seminar and visit with
current students. Meet with faculty to discuss your
interest in a certain specialization. To schedule a
visit, contact the LSU Flores MBA Office. We’ll be
happy to make the arrangements.
The LSU Flores MBA Program
E. J. Ourso College of Business
Louisiana State University
Business Education Complex, Suite 2000
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Phone: 225-578-8867
Fax: 225-578-2421
Email: busmba@lsu.edu
Web: mba.lsu.edu
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Bridget A. Conrad
Manager of Marketing,
Recruiting and Outreach
Business Education Complex,
Room 2031
Phone: 225-578-4184
Email: bconra2@lsu.edu
Edward F. Watson
Director and Associate Dean for Graduate
Programs
Business Education Complex, Room 2035
Phone: 225-578-2502
Email: ewatson@lsu.edu
Dana C. Hart
Assistant Director of Enrollment
and Student Services
Business Education Complex,
Room 2029
Phone: 225-578-8892
Email: dhart@lsu.edu
Seth M. Thibodeaux
Assistant Director of Corporate
Relations and Career Development
Business Education Complex,
Room 2027
Phone: 225-578-0018
Email: seththib@lsu.edu
Lisa S. Smith
Business Manager
Business Education Complex,
Room 2023
Phone: 225-578-6758
Email: lssmith@lsu.edu
Karen M. Garner
Assistant to the Director
Business Education Complex,
Room 2033
Phone: 225-578-4090
Email: kgarner@lsu.edu

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The LSU Flores MBA Program
E. J. Ourso College of Business · Louisiana State University
Business Education Complex, Suite 2000 · Baton Rouge, LA 70803 · USA
Phone: 225-578-8867
Email: busmba@lsu.edu
Web: mba.lsu.edu
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