About the Nistler CoBPA
Dedicated to Excellence
We at the Nistler College of Business & Public Administration are dedicated to preparing our students for the next generation of business and public leadership. Our approach to offering a professional education includes:
- A core of arts, sciences, and humanities
- A common body of knowledge in business and government
- A group of specialized courses which provide a greater depth of understanding of business or public administration/political science.
Our Mission, Vision and Core Values
Mission
To serve society by emphasizing discovery scholarship, impactful learning, and valuable engagement opportunities for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the broader communities we impact.
Vision
To be a premier educational destination which develops leaders in both business and public service through transformational opportunities, substantive research, and meaningful connections.
Core Values
Learn with Passion
- Inspire critical thinking
- Recognize multiple perspectives
Discover with Purpose
- Promote inquiry
- Encourage innovation
Create Lasting Value
- Instill dedication to continuous learning
- Contribute to the well-being of our community, state, and world
Transform Lives
- Foster meaningful and enduring relationships
- Support pursuit of impactful and fulfilling careers
Behave Ethically
- Expect integrity and civility
- Treat others with respect and dignity
Practice Inclusion
- Embrace diverse contributions
- Cultivate a sense of belonging for all
Nistler College Strategic Plan
A First Class Educational Experience
The Nistler CoBPA is the largest school of business in North Dakota and serves an average of 1,425 undergraduate students and 350 graduates students per year.
Committed to providing educational and social opportunities to all its students, the college offers more than 25 professional student clubs and organizations. Students can also take advantage of many cooperative employment and internship programs throughout the year.
The Nistler CoBPA is the first accredited business college in North Dakota. Our accrediting agency, AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), establishes standards
to promote the highest levels of educational quality.
The Nistler CoBPA is one of only 986 accredited business schools in the world.
Academic Departments
The Nistler CoBPA has three departments and two schools, with several academic programs including 16 undergraduate programs and four graduate programs.
We are extremely proud of our students, alumni and our nationally accredited programs. We pride ourselves on the first class facilities and technology available for students to use.
