The most important lessons about profit and loss happen beyond the textbooks and exams.

The Bottom Line Is Just the Beginning

Any business school can teach you the fundamentals of economics, financial systems, and organizational efficiency. It takes training and wisdom to apply that knowledge effectively and ethically as a servant leader.

As a business student at Belhaven University, you learn to make effective decisions through extensive real-life case studies, real-world internships, and hands-on simulations. Every class is taught by faculty with advanced degrees and years of professional experience.

Business at Belhaven is the art and science of true leadership, built on our unshakeable foundation of Christian values and ethics.

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Welcome to the School of Business

The School of Business has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction as one of the top Christian Business Schools in the country for its commitment to offering real-world experience, job placement, a Biblically focused multi-disciplinary curriculum, industry connections and quality of faculty.

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Our Mission

The School of Business offers a quality educational experience to undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of formats in the context of a values-based, ethical worldview of business.

You learn to apply business principles to a variety of settings both private and public, non-profit and for profit.

Kade West

"Belhaven offers a small, family atmosphere. The professors and administrators have the ability to make you feel like you are the only student in the class. From the support staff, professors, and beautiful campus it makes me feel truly at home."  

Kade West

Vicky Tate

"I have always wanted to finish what I started. Belhaven put the people around me to help me accomplish my goals.If you are thinking of coming to Belhaven, Do It! It’s never too late!"

Vicky Tate

Diana Hanks

"Because of my degree from Belhaven, I feel like I will have more opportunities for Advancement in my career."

Diana Hanks

Riley Galat

"As soon as I found Belhaven, I immediately fell in love with the school and its mission. However, the thing that particularly sold me on Belhaven was its Double Major promise. As a double major in Dance and Sports Medicine, I am able to pursue both my passions and do so through a Christ-centered lens. I have also loved the faculty within both departments and how they push me to do my best in all that I do."

Riley Galat

Joe Evans

"Making the decision to enroll at Belhaven was one of the most important decisions in my life. From day one, the faculty and staff provided the guidance, support, and instruction needed to succeed. The staff provided resources for obtaining financial aid, career counseling, and course scheduling, even fantastic job opportunities before I had graduated."

Joe Evans

Tanya David

"The incorporation of the Christian worldview into all the classes helps me see I don't have to divide the business world from my personal world; rather, it goes together and co-exists."

Tanya David

"I feel inspired every day on campus at Belhaven University. I love that BU has a hometown feel with a global presence; the professors expertly bring their life and professional experiences into the classroom while they prioritize relationship building. I have developed such strong bonds with professors and fellow students because of the smaller class sizes."

Kennedy Fewell

Armando Virruet

"I chose to attend Belhaven because I knew that Christian principles were heavily woven into the classes and I knew my full-time work schedule would be accommodated. Belhaven has given me support beyond my expectations. From my advisor, to the professors, they all care about me and want me to succeed."

Armando Virruet

"Belhaven offers smaller class sizes which helps students get to know their professors better. The professors at Belhaven are well-connected and helpful when students are seeking internships." 

Abby Linn

Jerrica Riley

"I like online classes because I am able to do the work on my time, at my own pace. I travel with my job and this worked out perfectly. You get a lot of attention even though you are taking online classes. Because of my degree from Belhaven, I have a Christian worldview, especially in the business world."

Jerrica Riley

"I came to Belhaven to play football, but also because it's a great academic institution. While here, I have become closer to what God wants for me and I will have a lot of job opportunities."

Marcus Arrington

Malia Logan

"I love the opportunity to get to learn and grow with your classmates in different environments, and the academic relationships you can have with your professors that you can't have on big campuses. I also love the diversity you can learn from and befriend while growing yourself."

Malia Logan

Jordan Carroll

"I chose to come to Belhaven because I wanted a Christian environment in which to learn and the format of classes worked well with my schedule . My Belhaven degree allows me to advance at my current job and be ready for new opportunities."

Jordan Carroll

Nathan Hubele

"My favorite thing about Belhaven is the community. There are so many different people with different backgrounds. As an athlete, it’s been great to learn more about the arts and other areas that I never would have explored if not for Belhaven. God’s work is very present on the campus and it’s a blessing to be a part of it."

Nathan Hubele

Akilih Haley

"Belhaven University's online program allows me to pursue a quality education that caters to my busy lifestyle. The program allows me to manage my professional and personal life all while feeding my spiritual needs through Christ Jesus."

Akilih Haley

Gwendolyn Hardin

"The accelerated degree program at Belhaven University has given me an opportunity to advance my career and accomplish a long-time personal goal. It helped me to confidently apply for a new management level position in my company."

Gwendolyn Hardin

Yolanda McElroy

"After being out of school for a while, Belhaven met me where I was. There was no question I was in the right place. If you are looking for a place that feels like home, choose Belhaven!" 

Yolanda McElroy

Janiece Austin

"I was attracted to Belhaven because I wanted to be challenged. Belhaven offers a first-class education."

Janiece Austin. 2021

Erika Barker

"My Belhaven University experience was life changing! Even though I was apprehensive to return to school, I gained the courage to begin. Belhaven felt like home as the counselors and faculty eased my fears. Now I am a proud alumna with bachelor and master degrees in business from Belhaven!"

Erika Barker

"I chose to attend Belhaven because of the small classes sizes and the fact that our professors are inspired to help us grow into the men and women God has called us to be. Because of my sports management degree, I will be able to serve the Lord wherever He decides to place me in the workplace, with the world-class education I’ve earned from Belhaven!"

Kelly Randall

Accreditation

The Academic Business Unit at Belhaven University has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.

School of Business: Verified Excellence

Belhaven’s business school is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Why is this important?

Knowing the School of Business is accredited by the IACBE tells you that Belhaven voluntarily holds itself to a set of quality standards and is willing to allow outside business experts come to campus and verify Belhaven is doing what we say we are doing. Belhaven’s commitment to the accreditation process benefits you because it ensures you will be provided a quality education.

“My education here has put me in a position to compete for the best jobs in any market.”

Carley Watkins, B.S., Business Administration

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Focus Areas

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Online Degrees

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Student/Faculty Ratio

“Our faculty are focused on building students into the professionals God called them to be.”

Dr. Brett Andrews, Dean, School of Business

“My education here has put me in a position to compete for the best jobs in any market.”

Carley Watkins, B.S., Business Administration

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Focus Areas

9

Online Degrees

13:1

Student/Faculty Ratio

“Our faculty are focused on building students into the professionals God called them to be.”

Dr. Brett Andrews, Dean, School of Business

Earn Your Doctorate in Business Administration

Belhaven’s new Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree prepares you for the highest roles in the corporate world. The 60-hour program includes a research dissertation and onsite residencies.

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A Strong Foundation

Belhaven's School of Business is nationally recognized by Colleges of Distinction for our commitment to offering real-world experience, job placement, a Biblically focused multi-disciplinary curriculum, industry connections, and quality of faculty.

Belhaven’s Distinctions & Recognition

Colleges of Distinction logo College of Distinction - Christian College of Distinction - Business College of Distinction - Education College of Distinction - Nursing

Meet Our Faculty

Dean of the School of Business

Brett Andrews
Dean of the School of Business

Assistant Professor and Chair of Information Technology

Willie Benson
Assistant Professor and Chair of Information Technology

Associate Professor of Business Administration

Emily C. Blalock
Associate Professor of Business Administration

Assistant Professor of Business

Sharrieffah Bridges
Assistant Professor of Business

Professor of Business Administration and China DBA Academic Director

Keim Chew
Professor of Business Administration and China DBA Academic Director

Assistant Professor of Business Administration

Candanise Courtney
Assistant Professor of Business Administration

Assistant Professor of Public Administration and Director of Public Administration

Marietta D. Duncan
Assistant Professor of Public Administration and Director of Public Administration

Assistant Professor of Accounting

Stacey Hendrix
Assistant Professor of Accounting

Professor of Business Administration

Marsha James
Professor of Business Administration

Professor of Business Administration

Yusufu Jinkiri
Professor of Business Administration

Associate Professor of Business and Economics and Director of Chinese MBA Program

Ying Lin
Associate Professor of Business and Economics and Director of Chinese MBA Program

Professor of Business and Chair of Sport Management and Hospitality

Christina Martin
Professor of Business and Chair of Sport Management and Hospitality

Associate Professor of Business Law

Elanor Nabors
Associate Professor of Business Law

Associate Professor of Business & Director of DBA Program

Mark Shannon
Associate Professor of Business & Director of DBA Program

Instructor of Business

Jack Shi
Instructor of Business

Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems and Director of the Computer Information Systems Program

Corky Wicks
Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems and Director of the Computer Information Systems Program

Contact Us

School of Business

Phone: 601-968-8945

Irby Complex (Second Floor), 1500 Peachtree Street, Jackson, MS 39202

SchoolofBusiness@belhaven.edu

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Verse of the Year

For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.

Psalm 100:5