MISSION STATEMENT

College of Business Mission Statement

The mission of the College of Business is to prepare students from historically different backgrounds and levels of preparation through experiential and classroom activities to become “career–ready.”  Students shall be trained to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills, knowledge of business functions, and technical and soft skills in a diverse, inclusive, ethical, and culturally sensitive global environment. The College of Business shall support faculty professional development and production of mission-relevant research. The College endeavors to have a positive impact in the business world and  on society at large.

Vision of the College of Business

The COB's vision is to be a leading business school. We are dedicated to providing quality business, entrepreneurial, and technical education, research opportunities, career preparation, and entrepreneurial development to students and stakeholders from all backgrounds.

Program Missions

  • Accounting and Information Systems Mission Statement
    The mission of the Department of Accounting and Information Systems is to nurture students to become technically competent, socially and ethically conscious leaders in their professional career choice of Accounting, Economics, or Computer Information Systems through rigorous programs of study that are academically current to meet the needs and expectations of stakeholders.
  • Management and Marketing Mission Statement
    The mission of the Department of Management and Marketing is to prepare students to become technically competent, socially and ethically conscious leaders in the career areas of management and marketing through rigorous programs of study that are academically current to meet the needs and expectations of stakeholders.

Core Values

 The COB is committed to maintaining a work environment that is conducive to:

  • Faculty, Student, Administrative Staff, and Corporate ENGAGEMENT
  • INNOVATIVE processes, programs, and teaching strategies;
  • Ensuring that activities are designed to IMPACT processes and stakeholders positively;
  • Fostering Inclusivity, Professionalism, Integrity, Accountability, Transparency and Collegiality.

 

Main Goals

The COB aims to:

  • Enhance the student-centered culture.
  • Strengthen academic program quality.
  • Increase research productivity and imact.
  • Create an environment for student and faculty success.
  • Infuse innovation and technology into the fabric of the college.

Accreditation

The College of Business at Grambling State University is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Organized in 1916, AACSB is the premier accrediting agency for degree programs in business.

College Resources

The College of Business supports all business student organizations, as well as Phi Beta Lambda, which is open to all majors. In addition to providing quality instruction, the College has a diverse faculty who are committed to assisting students in intellectual and professional development.