Measuring Success
The College of Business is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring all graduates are prepared for professional success in a global business environment.
Faculty-led experiential opportunities provide student access to real-world connections and experiences within their field of expertise. Experiences include but are not limited to:
- Access to industry leaders within the classroom
- Business-specific study abroad programs
- Govs Fund
- Industry conferences
- Internships
- Undergraduate and Graduate level research
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program
The College of Business also provides funding and scholarship opportunities for students to participate in community events, conferences, and networking functions to encourage students to explore their interests beyond the classroom.
2024-25 High-Impact Practices
The Peregrine Business Administration Assessment is a comprehensive undergraduate assessment designed to measure the critical knowledge and understanding obtained by students in their major field of study. All undergraduate students take this test during their capstone course for the undergraduate program.
Assessment at the graduate level allows for students to be tested on business content areas specific to their program. All business students in the graduate program take this test online during their capstone course for the MSM/MBA program.
The assessment tool allows us to compare exam results across peer institutions. In
2024-25, our students scored in the 87th percentile of business schools at the undergraduate level, and 76th percentile at
the graduate level. 
In recent years, the College of Business added a Career Coach and designated Internship Coordinator to support students in their career progression. These positions offer career and internship counseling, workshops and facilitate employer outreach and networking opportunities.
The university utilizes a first destination survey tool to collect data on the career outcomes of students within six months of graduation. The survey gathers information on graduates' employment status, continuing education, and other activities.
Celebrating Alumni Entrepreneurs
This feature is part of an ongoing series highlighting College of Business alumni and their businesses in Clarksville, Tennessee. The stories showcase the diverse entrepreneurial spirit of the college’s graduates and their contributions to the local community and economy.
Game on: An APSU alumnus's quest to bring people together
Anthony is no stranger to entrepreneurship, having launched his first business as a student at APSU. His curiosity and passion for problem-solving has led him down many paths, each one more diverse than the next. From developing an improved helicopter pilot helmet to roofing to gaming, his inquisitive nature makes him the quintessential entrepreneur. Read more.
Austin Peay alum Jasmine Miller’s people-first approach leads to business expansion
Jasmine Miller earned her bachelor's degree in accounting from Austin Peay State University (APSU) in 2015. Since then, she has climbed the ranks as an accountant for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, balancing her professional career with entrepreneurial ambitions. Read more.
Finding beauty in community: Building Red Bird Salon
Diane Ellmore opened Red Bird Salon in 2014 with a clear vision of creating a space where genuine relationships flourish alongside expert beauty services. Now, over a decade later and fresh from completing her business degree at Austin Peay State University, Ellmore has transformed that vision into a thriving business model that prioritizes both client care and stylist development. Read more.
Our faculty continue to demonstrate remarkable productivity and influence in their respective fields, contributing to the advancement of business knowledge and practice. In the last six years, they have produced:
