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Originally posted by: formerprof
"Is the MBA story true or just a rumor?  Some verification please."

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I have heard this is true as well.  I have also heard that the traditional MBA program has admitted only about 10 students for fall so far, about 30-40 below normal at this time.  Someone told me the tent might get folded up on that program late this summer.

You're right, if the exec program by econ deve gets off the ground, kiss national business school accred goodbye.

Check out:

http://www.usm.edu/ecodev/

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Originally posted by: Gone, again
"Look at the faculty of this department . . ."

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Gone again, pulled this from the site...  I believe the names in bold are no longer even at USM  --- website needs some sanitizing...

Ties to Professional Economic Development Associations

The Department of Economic Development is closely tied to a number of professional economic development associations. These national, regional, and state associations provide opportunities for our students to make presentations, to maintain and enhance their professional skills, to network with development professionals, and to uncover job opportunities.

The American Economic Development Council (www.aedc.org) funds and supports the Economic Development Research Institute and the Economic Development Review. Both of these are housed in the Department of Economic Development. Dr. Mark Miller is editoral team leader of the Review, and Dr. David Kolzow is director of the Institute. AEDC also supports the New South Economic Development Course, housed in the department. Dr. Ron Swager is director of the New South Economic Development Course.

New posting in Economic Development.  Posted for 2 weeks, search ending May 28, 2004, job starts May 2004.  See job posted below:

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New Job Posting:  Assistant Professor in Economic Development

Position: 04E0130

Posted:  5/17/04;  Posting End Date: 5/28/04

Job starts May 2004

Position Job Description

The Department of Economic Development at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track position in economic development at its Hattiesburg campus, beginning in May 2004.  All ranks will be considered.  Primary areas of interest are economic development, finance, research methods, economic development theory, and current issues.  Candidates interested in a balance among teaching, research, and service are encouraged to apply.  The University of Southern Mississippi is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Extensive and four-year Class 1 Southern Regional Education Board institution with an enrollment of 16,500.  The College of Business and Economic Development has a student enrollment of 2,000 and a full-time faculty of 60; it is AACSB-accredited at both the undergraduate and master's levels.  The Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Areas is the southern Mississippi regional center for educational, medical, and retail needs.  Additionally, the regional campus on the Mississippi Gulf Coast has more than 1,500 students, of whom 450 are in business disciplines.  the Gulf Coast is a major tourism center and a hub of economic activity with a population of more than 500,000.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in development finance, research methods, economic development theory, and current issues.  Applicants should send a vita to Ken Malone, Chair, Department of Economic Development, the University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Drive #5022, Hattiesburg, MS  39406-0001.  Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Originally posted by: Eye
"New posting in Economic Development.  Posted for 2 weeks, search ending May 28, 2004, job starts May 2004.  See job posted below: ------------------------- New Job Posting:  Assistant Professor in Economic Development Position: 04E0130 Posted:  5/17/04;  Posting End Date: 5/28/04 Job starts May 2004 Position Job Description The Department of Economic Development at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track position in economic development at its Hattiesburg campus, beginning in May 2004.  All ranks will be considered.  Primary areas of interest are economic development, finance, research methods, economic development theory, and current issues.  Candidates interested in a balance among teaching, research, and service are encouraged to apply.  The University of Southern Mississippi is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Extensive and four-year Class 1 Southern Regional Education Board institution with an enrollment of 16,500.  The College of Business and Economic Development has a student enrollment of 2,000 and a full-time faculty of 60; it is AACSB-accredited at both the undergraduate and master's levels.  The Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Areas is the southern Mississippi regional center for educational, medical, and retail needs.  Additionally, the regional campus on the Mississippi Gulf Coast has more than 1,500 students, of whom 450 are in business disciplines.  the Gulf Coast is a major tourism center and a hub of economic activity with a population of more than 500,000. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in development finance, research methods, economic development theory, and current issues.  Applicants should send a vita to Ken Malone, Chair, Department of Economic Development, the University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Drive #5022, Hattiesburg, MS  39406-0001.  Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience."

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Yep, you gotta love that tenure-track position that's advertised for 2 weeks, to start immediately.  What, no "national search?"  At least this time it doesn't say "Ph.D. preferred." 

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Originally posted by: foot soldier
"I'm sure they got tons of applications from all those folks out there who have PhDs in "current issues." What a dynamic, ever-changing discipline! (sarcasm alert)"

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