Robert J. Bush

Biography

Dr. Robert "Bob" Bush's work involves two related areas: forest products and packaging. Within each, he studies marketing and related business functions. His philosophy is that the great majority of students will be employed in positions which require them to understand and use business concepts and so he incorporates opportunities to gain this knowledge into his courses. He believes that students learn by doing as well as studying. Consequently, his courses incorporate experiential opportunities wherever possible. Dr. Bush enjoys working with both undergraduate and graduate students.

Education

• B.S. - University of Minnesota, 1984
• M.S. - Virginia Tech, 1986
• Ph.D. - Virginia Tech, 1989

Areas of Expertise and Research Interest

• Marketing
• Competitive Strategy
• Capital Budgeting and Decision Making
• Structural Characteristics of Wood-Based Industries
• Packaging as a Marketing Function

Classes

• SBIO 2104 - Principle of Packaging
• SBIO 4054 - Packaging Systems Design Practices
• SBIO 5114 - Professional Skills for SBIO Graduate Students

Teaching and Research Program Description

More information is coming about Dr. Bush's teaching and research program and philosophy.