Austin Peay's Business programs will push you beyond the textbook and prepare you to compete in a global economy.
Students gain real-world experience by applying classroom knowledge to hands-on projects. They manage a $500,000 investment portfolio, develop marketing campaigns for local nonprofits, and collaborate on projects that mirror real business challenges.
Fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide hold this distinction. Watch the announcement and see what it means for our students, employers, and the Clarksville region.
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Through experiential learning, internships, and personalized mentorship from professional advisors and a career readiness coach, students graduate with the experience, connections, and confidence to launch successful careers in business.
Our undergraduate programs include Accounting, Finance, Marketing and Management. We also offer concentrations in Banking, Data Analytics, Economics, Hospitality Management, Human Resource Management, Management Information Systems and Real Estate.
The Master of Business Administration program is offered completely online. It is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in any field and offers fast-track terms that last just eight-weeks. Convenient online courses enable students to balance graduate studies with work and personal commitments, with an option to graduate in 12 to 24 months. The program offers concentrations in artificial intelligence and responsible human resource management, as well as a certificate option in Responsible Human Resources Management. In-person course options are available for qualified international students.
Why choose business?
- Continuously in-demand field. Organizations require business professionals to manage operations, providing students with a fulfilling and secure career path.
- Versatile career possibilities. Our programs prepare students for careers in all major sectors of the market, providing flexible opportunities based on individual interests.
- Marketable skillset. Students develop valuable communication, critical thinking and analytical skills that are applicable to all aspects of life.
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The College of Business has presented its 2026 A.J. Taylor Awards to Dr. Al Tilooby for excellence in teaching and Dr. Matthew Farrell for excellence in research, recognizing outstanding classroom innovation and scholarly work.
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Four Austin Peay State University students spent a week at the Southeastern School of Banking this summer through the College of Business' Banking on Govs program, an all-expenses-paid partnership with F&M Bank and the Tennessee Bankers Association now in its third year.
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With fewer entry-level jobs available, Austin Peay State University's College of Business has responded by increasing experiential learning participation by 37%--connecting students with real organizations, AI-focused coursework, and global immersion experiences to build the skills employers value most.
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