Vision and Mission

VISION

The School of Business at Georgia Gwinnett College will become recognized in the Southeast region for its dynamic programs which are grounded in liberal arts and sciences and which are driven by a curriculum integrating ethical leadership, educational technology and global understanding.

MISSION

The School of Business promotes a learning community characterized by student engagement, a faculty dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement in teaching, scholarship and service. By developing leading-edge programs which nurture and advance intellectual inquiry, critical thinking abilities, social skills, and ethical reasoning, the School of Business prepares individuals to be business leaders in an increasingly complex and changing global environment.

VALUES

The vision and mission are supported by the following values:

• Dedication to an intimate and interactive environment which encourages an open and innovative exchange of ideas
• Creation and sustenance of a culture of student engagement which enhances ethical decision-making and intellectual curiosity in all activities
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service
• Collaboration and connection with stakeholder communities
• Respect for diverse perspectives, experiences, and cultures 

OBJECTIVES

In fulfillment of the mission, the School is committed to the design and delivery of academic programs which:

• Provide students with a set of skills and tools necessary for success in the realm of business
• Integrate educational technology and business education
• Provide an interdisciplinary approach encouraging breadth and depth of intellectual inquiry
• Align effective business performance with responsible business conduct
• Prepare students for the challenges of a global business environment
• Encourage a culture of student-centered learning
• Embrace a teacher-scholar model which enhances creativity and the capability for life-long learning
• Achieve and maintain AACSB accreditation through continuous improvement, quality outcomes and assurance of learning