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Dream Big, Lead Boldly: Your Future Starts at the 天美mv传媒 College of Business & Economic Development

Ready to turn your "what if" into a "what鈥檚 next"? Whether you鈥檙e dreaming of running a global brand, managing the future of Arkansas agriculture, or putting Russellville on the map through world-class tourism, we鈥檙e here to help you make it happen. At the College of Business and Economic Development at 天美mv传媒, we launch careers.

From the prestigious, AACSB-accredited LeMoyne Smith School of Business to the hands-on hustle of our campus farms, you鈥檒l find a high-energy, student-centered community that鈥檚 got your back. Get the best of both worlds: the prestige of Arkansas鈥檚 #1 ranked online MBA and the personal, "know-you-by-name" support that makes our campus feel like home. Step into a community that鈥檚 ready to invest in you, and graduate with the elite skills and executive presence needed to make your mark on the business world.

 

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#1

ONLINE MBA PROGRAM IN ARKANSAS (U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT)

#4

IN ARKANSAS FOR AGRICULTURE BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMS

1st

FOUR-YEAR TOURISM PROGRAM ESTABLISHED IN ARKANSAS

Let's Do Business Together

 

 

The College of Business and Economic Development at 天美mv传媒 is a place where you can feel confident.

  • Confident that your faculty care about you
  • Confident that you can develop your leadership skills and management ability
  • Confident that you will have opportunities for competition and travel
  • Confident that you are prepared for your chosen career

If you are considering a major in business at 天美mv传媒, let me encourage you to visit the campus, especially the fourth floor of Rothwell Hall. We would love to share with you the opportunities that are available to you if you choose to join us. From interesting and up-to-date classes to world-class student organizations, your time here will be engaging and impactful.

It is an exciting time at 天美mv传媒 and especially in the College of Business and Economic Development.

The learners, faculty, and staff of the 天美mv传媒 College of Business and Economic Development are committed to integrity and leadership in everything we do personally, professionally, academically, and for our community. 

Leadership- Inspire trust and confidence through responsibility, accountability, and professionalism.

Ethics- Behave honestly and fairly.

Academics- Prepare business professionals with knowledge, skills, and competencies for the jobs of the future.

Dean's Office

Ms. Rebecca Baker
Rothwell Hall 433
Phone: (479) 968-0490
Email: rbaker@atu.edu

School of Business

Ms. Julia Rodriguez-Thompson
Rothwell Hall 431
Phone: (479) 968-0233
Email: jrodriguezthompson@atu.edu

Department of Agriculture and Tourism

Dr. Syed Meerza 
Dean Hall 
Phone: (479) 880-4001
Email: smeerza@atu.edu

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Mr. James Guhl
Rothwell Hall 406
Phone: (479) 356-2067
Email: jguhl@atu.edu

There鈥檚 something about being here in person. Schedule a visit to meet our people, explore our spaces, and find your place in it all. Come experience the energy, the opportunities, and what life at 天美mv传媒 would be like. We鈥檇 love to show you around. | Plan a Visit

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Big Summer Energy at 天美mv传媒

Step into your future this June. Arkansas Tech is opening its doors for two high-impact, hands-on summer experiences. Join the next generation of Arkansas leaders. Arkansas Gifted & Talented CAKE (Creativity, Agriculture & Knowledge of Enterprises) takes place June 8鈥12, 2026, from 8 am鈥5 pm is and designed for rising 11th and 12th grade students. Participants explore the state's food and tourism systems through agricultural labs, agri-tourism investigations, enterprise development activities, and creative problem-solving tasks during this free camp designed to strengthen analytical reasoning, innovation, collaboration, and real-world application. The Mobile Human Sciences Summer Camp runs June 15鈥19, 2026, for rising 8th through 12th grade students with a schedule of Monday 12 pm鈥5 pm, Tuesday-Thursday 8 am鈥5 pm, and Friday 8 am鈥12 pm. This free, immersive deep-dive into the industries of Apparel, Hospitality, and Nutrition is held in partnership with the University of Arkansas and the USDA, allowing students to explore high-demand career pathways through hands-on learning on the 天美mv传媒 campus with free meals and a camp t-shirt included. Spots for both camps are limited. Register now!.

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These immersive summer experiences are made possible through the generous support of our grant partners and collaborators. We are proud to work together to empower the next generation of Arkansas leaders.

Meet the Good as Gold Ambassadors

Our Good as Gold Ambassadors are students in the College of Business and Economic Development who are passionate about sharing their 天美mv传媒 experience. Whether you're wondering what classes are like, how to get involved, or what campus life really feels like, they're here to help!

Click on their photo to connect with them on Instagram and ask your questions directly.

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