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Mission and Vision

Leadership is central to the mission of Longwood University and the College of Business and Economics. In fact, the "development of citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society" is an integral part of the university's mission statement.

 
 

Vision

To be a nationally ranked business school that develops exceptional business leaders.

 

Mission

Building upon Longwood University’s mission of developing citizen leaders, the College of Business and Economics is dedicated to preparing effective and successful business leaders by guiding students to develop their full potential.

 

Values

We express our values by:

  • Committing to excellent teaching and active scholarship
  • Fostering an engaging learning community where student-faculty interactions extend beyond the classroom
  • Encouraging students to develop team skills and become involved in leadership roles
  • Promoting real world experience through internships, collaborative research, interaction with business leaders, and travel study, complemented by coursework that emphasizes the application of knowledge to the resolution of practical issues
  • Cultivating critical thinking, formal analysis, and communication skills
  • Incorporating a world view that includes ethical responsibility, diversity, community service, and appreciation for the global marketplace
  • Coordinating disciplines for an integrated academic experience
  • Striving for continuous improvement in all we do