Degrees and Programs

Accounting degrees open a world of possibilities in the job market. Every business, large or small, needs accountants to summarize the company’s operations and to communicate it to decision makers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts this…

The college also offers a two-year, 61-hour program in business administration leading to an associate of science (AS) degree Assessment Learning goals for the BBA and descriptions of the college’s assessment procedures can be found on…

A fast, flexible, AACSB-accredited credential built for immediate professional advancement. The Southern Arkansas University Business Leadership Graduate Certificate is designed to equip professionals with essential leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational management skills required to guide high-performing…

A fast, flexible, AACSB-accredited credential built for immediate application in data-driven environments. The Southern Arkansas University Data Analytics Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals seeking focused, practical skills in data visualization, advanced business intelligence, and leveraging…

Finance majors learn money management skills valuable to businesses, organizations, and individuals. Finance graduates consistently rank among the highest average starting salary for any undergraduate major. In addition, opportunities exist in a wide range of specific…

The Entrepreneurship degree provides students with the foundational knowledge they need to create, market, and fund new businesses and products. It covers the basic business concepts while also focusing on ways to foster innovation and creativity. …

Finance majors learn money management skills valuable to businesses, organizations, and individuals. Finance graduates consistently rank among the highest average starting salary for any undergraduate major. In addition, opportunities exist in a wide range of specific…

Most business majors will choose a traditional field of specialization such as Marketing or Finance. However, others may wish to couple the core concepts of business with specialized skills in fields outside those of the traditional…

The rapid expansion of the world’s population has created both great opportunities and great needs in the area of food production. A General Business degree with a specialized minor in Agriculture equips students with both the…

The healthcare industry is expanding rapidly, and there are many opportunities for students to use business expertise in the industry.  The healthcare administration degree will focus on equipping students to work in roles that support and…

Information Systems Analytics (ISA) is about the practical integration of information technology and business. Information Systems is the study of how organizations use people, processes, and technology to effectively manage information. IS majors learn business management…

The Insurance and Risk Management degree program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to assess, manage, and mitigate risk in a variety of industries. This program provides a strong foundation in insurance principles, financial…

The global economy is increasing the demand for students with interest and expertise in international business.  The international business emphasis prepares students by providing them with a strong business background enhanced with increased cultural awareness. Graduates…

Career options are almost limitless for a graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management. Options include positions in human resource management, retail management, supply chain operations, manufacturing management, small business management, nonprofit management, and more. Entry-level management positions…

The Online Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Management is a 2+2 program designed to allow individuals the convenience of completing a four-year degree wherever they live or work. The ideal candidates for this…

Marketing is one of the fastest-growing fields in business.  Businesses of various sizes employ marketing specialists to handle advertising and public relations. Advertising, public relations, sales, marketing research, retailing, and product development are all areas of…

SAU’s Marketing Media track gives students a broad knowledge of marketing but also gives them the opportunity to develop skills in areas like graphic design, website development, and social media. These skills would be especially useful…

Advance your career with a world-class, AACSB-accredited MBA. Our MBA is built for working professionals who want a flexible, high-quality graduate business education that pays off. Program Format & Flexibility We understand the demands of today’s…

Lead the future of food, land, and agriculture. SAU's Agribusiness MBA blends rigorous business strategy tailored to the agriculture sector. This program prepares professionals to lead across the entire agriculture industry. Program Format & Flexibility We understand the demands of…

Influence change and inspire excellence. The MBA with a Business Leadership Emphasis at Southern Arkansas University is designed for professionals who aspire to move beyond management into visionary leadership. This program combines core business mastery with specialized psychological and strategic insights into…

Transform raw data into strategic assets. The MBA with a Data Analytics Emphasis at Southern Arkansas University bridges the gap between technical data science and executive decision-making. This program is designed for professionals who want to master the…

Transform strategic vision into operational success. The MBA with a Project Management Emphasis at Southern Arkansas University bridges the gap between executive leadership and precise execution. Offered by the AACSB-accredited David F. Rankin College of Business…

Business for good. The MBA with a Social Entrepreneurship Emphasis at Southern Arkansas University is designed for professionals seeking to drive social impact through innovative business practices. This track combines a rigorous core business curriculum with…

Master the flow of the global economy. The MBA with a Supply Chain Management Emphasis at Southern Arkansas University prepares you to manage the complex networks that move products from raw materials to the end consumer. In an…

In a world driven by data, the ability to translate numbers into narrative is the ultimate competitive advantage. The Master of Science in Business Analytics at Southern Arkansas University is a specialized STEM-certified program that equips you with technical expertise and strategic…

An Economics Minor develops a foundation in Economic theory that complements a variety of majors such as business, engineering, computer science, analytics, agriculture, and political science. Coursework in economics can also help prepare students for graduate…

This interdisciplinary minor at SAU is designed to approach sustainability by integrating topics from different fields. It offers numerous benefits and advantages in today’s world. Students who complete the minor will be able to: Understand the…

A fast, flexible, AACSB-accredited credential built for immediate workforce application. The Southern Arkansas University Project Management Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals seeking focused, practical skills in managing projects, mitigating risk, and leveraging data for strategic decision-making. Program Format &amp…

A fast, flexible, AACSB-accredited credential built for immediate social and corporate application. The Southern Arkansas University Social Entrepreneurship Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals, non-profit directors, and corporate leaders seeking focused, practical skills in deploying business models to…

Supply chain management coordinates the movement of products all the way from the sourcing of raw materials to the purchasing of products by the final users and the management of customer services. With huge corporations like…

A fast, flexible, AACSB-accredited credential built for immediate workforce application. The Southern Arkansas University Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals seeking focused, practical skills in supply chain operations, logistics, and project management. Program…

Finance majors learn money management skills valuable to businesses, organizations, and individuals. Finance graduates consistently rank among the highest average starting salary for any undergraduate major. In addition, opportunities exist in a wide range of specific…