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About Business and Economics
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Overview
Overview
The Business and Economics Division prepares students to lead global commerce, multinational corporations and organizations, and launch the next-generation entrepreneurial endeavors as advocates for social justice and social innovation.
Students who graduate from the Division of Business and Economics find careers in public and private sectors, such as Fortune 500 Corporations, as entrepreneurs, in government agencies, and in nonprofit organizations. In addition, they often attend prestigious graduate schools like the University of Chicago, Harvard Law School, and Columbia University. The Division of Business and Economics has AACSB accreditation.
Our Mission
Promote entrepreneurial, business, and economic solutions to social problems that advance Black Communities and the African Diaspora.
Our Goals
Goals #1: Faculty/Students recognized as global leaders at the intersection of social justice and entrepreneurship.
Goal #2: Become the top HBCU in Atlanta for business and enter the top 200 nationally in business.
Vision 2030: Strategic Priorities
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Produce globally-minded career-ready leaders.
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Increase academic rankings and reputation of the division.
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Build a national presence in entrepreneurship.
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Departments and Programs
Departments and Programs
Our division includes two departments: Business Administration and Economics.
Students who graduate from the Division of Business and Economics find careers in public and private sectors, such as Fortune 500 Corporations, as entrepreneurs, in government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. In addition, they often attend prestigious graduate schools like the University of Chicago, Harvard Law School, and Columbia University. The Division of Business and Economics has AACSB accreditation.
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Majors
Majors
Business Administration majors at Morehouse prepare men to be leaders who understand the language of global commerce, organizational operations, return on investment, and human capital management.
Concentrations include Accounting, finance, management, and marketing.
The Economics program is designed to improve the ability of students to think critically and write and speak effectively regarding economic issues.
Overview
The Business and Economics Division prepares students to lead global commerce, multinational corporations and organizations, and launch the next-generation entrepreneurial endeavors as advocates for social justice and social innovation.
Students who graduate from the Division of Business and Economics find careers in public and private sectors, such as Fortune 500 Corporations, as entrepreneurs, in government agencies, and in nonprofit organizations. In addition, they often attend prestigious graduate schools like the University of Chicago, Harvard Law School, and Columbia University. The Division of Business and Economics has AACSB accreditation.
Our Mission
Promote entrepreneurial, business, and economic solutions to social problems that advance Black Communities and the African Diaspora.
Our Goals
Goals #1: Faculty/Students recognized as global leaders at the intersection of social justice and entrepreneurship.Goal #2: Become the top HBCU in Atlanta for business and enter the top 200 nationally in business.
Vision 2030: Strategic Priorities
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Produce globally-minded career-ready leaders.
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Increase academic rankings and reputation of the division.
-
Build a national presence in entrepreneurship.
Departments and Programs
Our division includes two departments: Business Administration and Economics.
Students who graduate from the Division of Business and Economics find careers in public and private sectors, such as Fortune 500 Corporations, as entrepreneurs, in government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. In addition, they often attend prestigious graduate schools like the University of Chicago, Harvard Law School, and Columbia University. The Division of Business and Economics has AACSB accreditation.
Majors
Business Administration majors at Morehouse prepare men to be leaders who understand the language of global commerce, organizational operations, return on investment, and human capital management.
Concentrations include Accounting, finance, management, and marketing.
The Economics program is designed to improve the ability of students to think critically and write and speak effectively regarding economic issues.
In Memorial
Dr. Willis B. Sheftall
Alumnus and former professor, provost, and once-acting president, Dr. Willis "Butch" Sheftall Jr. '64, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the age of 80.Dr. Sheftall dedicated nearly 34 years to this institution, during which he profoundly shaped its academic and ethical foundations. He served in roles including various faculty positions, the Charles Merrill Chair of Economics (1986-1997), special assistant to the president (1998-99, 2011), as well as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs (1999-2005, 2007-2008, 2012-2013).
Meet the Dean
Dr. SherRhonda Gibbs is a noted academic leader who has also served as dean of the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado, interim director of the School of Management, and interim associate dean of analytics & and accreditation at the University of Southern Mississippi. She also has experience as a project lead/senior analyst programmer, software engineer, and consultant at the Mayo Clinic, IBM, and GCNF Ventures.
Meet Our Division's Team
Dr. Audria King
Tiger Cooperative Education and Career Engagement Director
Dewayne Stafford
Director of Student Success and Retention, Assistant Dean of External Relations
Meet Our Advisory board
The mission of the Division of Business and Economics Advisory Board is to advise the Division regarding its progress and interactions with individuals, corporations, and agencies external to Morehouse and to develop, plan, and facilitate specific targeted activities that advance the Division’s goals through outreach to them.
Keith Burks, Chairperson
SherRhonda Gibbs
Board Chair/
Dean Chair
Dean Chair
Keith Burks
Chairperson of the Board
Darla Pires DeGrace
Board Member
Elicia Azali
Board Member
Cassius F. Butts
Board Member
Jason R. Crain
Board Member
Kenneth Greenwood
Board Member
Craig Huffman
Board Member
Ray Lawal
Board Member
Kalu Nchege
Board Member
Ian Niemeyer
Board Member
Bryan Rand
Board Member
Kerstin Resch
Board Member
Courtney Showell, Sr.
Board Member
David A. Thomas, Ph.D.
President, Morehouse College/
Ex-Officio Board Member
Ex-Officio Board Member
John E. Williams
Ex-Officio Board Member
Rashaun Williams
Board Member
DeJuan Wilson
Board Member