Mission Statement

The mission of the College of Business at Southern Arkansas University is to provide students with a high-quality, continually improving undergraduate education in business. As a secondary mission, the College serves as a regional resource for economic education, economic development, and continuing education. Therefore, the College is committed to providing, encouraging, and supporting:

• Access to educational opportunities to students in its region and to international students who are members of the University community.
• Academic programs where the highest priority is placed on excellence in teaching.
• Academic programs that prepare graduates for successful professional careers in business, for successful careers as entrepreneurs, and for advanced studies in business-related fields.
• Academic programs that address emerging issues in business and foster understanding of the global economy, organizational diversity, and ethical business practices
• Educational opportunities for students to develop leadership abilities, to improve communication skills, and to interact with the academic and professional communities.
• Faculty who are committed to continual intellectual development and professional growth that result in instructional currency and pedagogical improvement.
• Faculty who engage in scholarly activities that enrich teaching with emphasis on activities addressing instructional development and practical application.
• Faculty who participate in academic and professional service that promote the College’s academic mission and facilitate economic education and economic development in the region.

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