Registration Information for Fall 2013: Rising Junior BBAs, class of 2015

 

Q. Can I take courses during the Spring and/or Summer? Can I take them outside of UM - Ann Arbor?
A. Yes. BBA students can take courses at UM - Ann Arbor during the Spring and Summer terms; simply register for them on Wolverine Access during the general registration period in April.

 

BBA students can also take courses outside of UM - Ann Arbor, but need to be aware of the specific rules/policies for transfer credits. If you are considering taking Spring/Summer courses outside of UM - Ann Arbor, be sure to review our Transfer Credit information CAREFULLY and check with Academic Services if you have questions.

 

Academic Services will load Rising Junior BBA students into the required Fall 2013 BBA core by March 27. It is YOUR responsibility to make sure you are registering for and completing the appropriate requirements (e.g., distribution, business electives, non-business credits, LHC 305 or 306, etc.) outside of this core.

 

Q. What are my core requirements?

A. Review the core curriculum for BBA students.

 

Q. What core will Academic Services enroll me into for Fall 2013?

A. Before March 27, Academic Services will register Rising Junior BBA students into the following 7.5 credits of core courses:

 

Q. How do I know which core requirements I have or haven’t completed?

A. View a live degree audit of your record under Academic Requirements on Wolverine Access, review the core curriculum, track your progress using the Degree Requirements Checklist, and schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor periodically to discuss your academic plan and ensure you are on track for graduation. Dual Degree students will need to schedule a "BBA Dual Degree Advising/Issues" appointment.

 

You will register for your Fall 2013 non-core coursework on Wolverine Access using the University's general registration process. 

 

Q. Do I need to use the backpack feature on Wolverine Access before registration opens?

A. It is recommended that you do, but it is not required. Starting March 27, you can add classes to your "Backpack" in Wolverine Access. Backpacking courses allows you to quickly add those classes all at once when your registration appointment time opens. However, be aware that backpacking does not reserve a seat for you in the class - it is simply a way to put the course in your "shopping cart" so that you can "check-out" quickly. If a class in your backpack does not have room available when your registration time opens, you may have to waitlist yourself, and/or select an alternate open class at that time.

 

Q. When is my registration appointment time?

A. The University assigns registration appointment times for undergraduate students starting April 8. The times are determined by the credits completed, and then are randomly assigned. You can view your assigned time on Wolverine Access starting March 27.

 

Q. Do I have to register exactly at my appointment time, and when does my registration close?

A. You do not need to register exactly at your appointment time, but some classes will fill quickly, or seats may be opened to non-Ross students after registration has been open for a week or more, so it is to your advantage to register when your appointment time opens. Once your appointment time opens, you can continue to make changes until the drop/add deadlines for Fall 2013.

 

Q. My core class is the same time as the one elective I really want to take. What do I do?

A. Students who wish to change core sections to accommodate an elective class will need to identify a classmate in another section of the core who is willing to "swap" sections with them. A CTools site is available to provide students with a discussion forum to identify classmates willing to swap. 

 

To join the CTools site (starting April 3), visit https://CTools.umich.edu and log in. Click on "Membership" on the left side navigation, and then click on "Joinable Sites." Use the search box on the right to search for "BBA Core Conflicts." When you find it, click “Join.” Use the "Discussion" forum to search for other students looking to swap sections.

 

• Both swap partners must complete and submit the BBA Junior Swap Survey.
• Permissions are then issued, provided both swap partners have submitted a complete request. 
• You may then drop your original section and add the new section you were issued the permission to swap.

 

Q. Is it OK for me to "sweeten the deal" to try to find a swap partner for my 8:30 a.m. section?

A. No. It is inappropriate to do either of the following:

Taking either of these actions is considered a violation of the Ross Community Values and appropriate action will be taken. (For more information on the Ross Community Values, visit: http://www2.bus.umich.edu/MyiMpact/academics/ross-community-values.) 

 

Q. Okay, I found a classmate willing to swap with me. Now what?

A. Once you have identified a swap partner, YOU AND YOUR PARTNER must each complete the survey (available starting April 8), that will include the following information: 

 

Q. How long do I have to find a swap partner?

A. You have until August 30, so we encourage you to be patient with the process. If you don't find a partner initially, hang in there and keep checking the discussion forum. The survey site will close at 3 p.m. on Friday, August 30. Swap requests will not be accepted after the survey has closed.

 

Q. My core conflicts with my athletic practice or a required course for my dual degree. Do I need to find a swap partner?

A. No. Ross Academic Services will attempt to accommodate documented Academic, Athletic, Health, or Religious conflicts. Students who require schedule changes to accommodate dual degree, athletic, medical, or religious obligations should submit official documentation to Academic Services as soon as possible in order to increase the likelihood that Academic Services will be able to best accommodate the conflict. Letters should be submitted directly to Academic Services (rossacadservices@umich.edu) from authorized medical personnel, religious leaders or organizations, official coaches if your status as an official student-athlete requires such accommodation, or a dual degree Academic Advisor. (Please note, dual degree advisors will need to be able to document that the course is specifically required and must be completed no later than this upcoming semester in order to remain on track for the dual degree student's sequential requirements. Dual degree students with core conflicts should review the next steps here after first attempting to find a swap partner using the ​BBA Core Conflicts CTools site.)

 

It is each student's responsibility to review the course registration rules and policies carefully.

 

Q. I still have questions. Is there someone I can talk to?

A. For quick, general questions relating to registration and other processes, Add/Drop forms, Permissions, Standard Letter Requests, etc., please stop by E2420 during Quick Question Walk-in hours (Monday - Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m.), or contact our main office at 734-647-4933 or rossacadservices@umich.edu. 

 

If you have questions regarding course selection or degree requirements, please schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor through our Academic Counseling appointment system. You can also meet with an Academic Advisor during Academic Advising Walk-in hours (Monday-Friday from 1-3 p.m. in E2420) for quick advising questions and urgent issues.