Our Vision, Mission & Core Values



Beyond Business Magazine

Vision Statement

The College of Business Administration will be among the top-ranked colleges of business for upward social mobility and be recognized for having the highest level of student and community impact in the region.

Mission Statement

The College of Business Administration develops impactful business professionals through innovative degree programs, the development of marketable competencies and skills, experiential learning and community engagement. We focus on student and career success, social mobility, workforce needs and promoting regional economic growth, emphasizing excellent teaching, impactful scholarship, personalized student services and strong community connections.

Core Values

  1. Sense of Community and Belonging - Fostering a caring, inclusive and supportive community.
  2. Professional Excellence - Creating a culture of quality and leadership.
  3. Accountability - Accepting responsibility for our actions.
  4. Mutual Respect - Demonstrating respect and valuing individual perspectives, achievements, abilities and qualities.
  5. Honor and Integrity - Encouraging individuals to build strong relationships through honesty, trust and dependability.
  6. Continuous Improvement - A culture of continuously striving for improvement in everything we do.