Advising Responsibilities

At NIU’s College of Business, you’ll learn what your strengths are, how to build on them and, ultimately, how to put it all to work in a career that’s the perfect fit for you. Our academic advisors are ready to help you along the way.

Our academic advisors specialize in accountancy, business administration, finance, marketing, management and operations management and information systems. The environment they create promotes responsibility and will help you develop into a successful professional.

What to Expect from Your Undergraduate Advisor

Your advisor will:

• Help you understand university policies and procedures, general education requirements and program curriculums.
• Help you learn about academic responsibilities and regulations, expectations, and graduation requirements.
• Provide encouragement and guidance as you define and attain your academic and career goals.
• Tell you about campus resources and services that can enhance your time at NIU.
• Help you build relationships with faculty, staff and other students.
• Maintain confidentiality and promote ethical behavior.
• Answer your questions and concerns.
• Promote your ability to think critically, solve problems and make informed decisions about your future.
• Remind you of important academic deadlines.
• Develop a degree completion plan and monitor your progress.
• Get involved with engagement opportunities.