School of Business Mission and Vision

The Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business prioritizes a student-focused approach, ensuring that every goal is rooted in the personal and professional growth of our learners. Our foundational principles serve as a roadmap to transform this commitment into tangible academic excellence and career readiness.

Vision Statement

We aspire to be a leader in high-quality instruction and student success.

Mission Statement

We provide a quality, career-focused education.

Guiding Principle

Lifelong student success.

Values

• Innovative and effective teaching
• Impactful scholarship
• Student involvement
• Service in the university, profession, and community

Provide quality education:

The School defines quality education as education that is current and relevant. Quality requires both responsiveness to emerging business practice and grounding in enduring
business principles.

Provide career-focused education:

The School defines career-focused education as education that prepares students for career launch, career progression, and lifelong student success. Career-focused education includes internships, employer engagement, graduate education for working professionals, leadership development, and career-relevant curriculum.