College of Business and Economic Development

Welcome to the College of Business and Economic Development at Arkansas Tech University, home to the LeMoyne Smith School of Business and two of Arkansas's leading industries: Agriculture and Tourism. The LeMoyne Smith School of Business offers high-demand, industry-aligned degree programs in Accounting, Finance, Business Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, Management, and Health Information Management. The Department of Agriculture and Tourism offers specialized degrees in the areas of Agriculture and Tourism, including opportunities to focus on areas such as Therapeutic Recreation and Casino and Gaming Industry Management. With unique resources like a working cattle/swine farm, students gain hands-on experience that prepares them for rewarding careers in their respective fields.

 

 

BE A STUDENT FOR A DAY

Visit us on February 6th and experience what it's like to be an Arkansas Tech student for a day! Attend engaging presentations and learn about agriculture, business, and tourism. Later, experience student life and learn how to get involved on campus. Parents are welcome to attend and learn about college financing, students services, and more. It's a day you don't want to miss. Registration is free - just like ATU applications!

Numbers Tell Stories

#1ranked

online MBA program in Arkansas

#4in Arkansas

for agriculture bachelor's degree programs

1st 4-year

tourism program establish in Arkansas

The future looks good on you.

LeMoyne Smith School of Business

  • Accounting
  • Business Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Finance
  • Business Management
  • Health Information Management
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Health Informatics (MS)

Agriculture

  • Agriculture Business
  • Agriculture Business- Animal Science
  • Agriculture Business- Horticulture
  • Agriculture Business- Pre-Veterinary
  • Agricultural Education

Tourism

  • Bachelor of Science in Tourism
  • Tourism- Therapeutic Recreation emphasis

The College of Business and Economic Development at ATU is a place where you can feel confident.

  • Confident that your faculty care about you
  • Confident that you can develop your leadership skills and management ability
  • Confident that you will have opportunities for competition and travel
  • Confident that you are prepared for your chosen career.

If you are considering a major in business at ATU, let me encourage you to visit the campus, especially the fourth floor of Rothwell Hall. We would love to share with you the opportunities that are available to you if you choose to join us.  From interesting and up-to-date classes to world-class student organizations, your time here will be engaging and impactful.

It is an exciting time at ATU and especially in the College of Business and Economic Development.

The learners, faculty, and staff of the ATU College of Business and Economic Development are committed to integrity and leadership in everything we do personally, professionally, academically, and for our community. 

Leadership- Inspire trust and confidence through responsibility, accountability, and professionalism.

Ethics- Behave honestly and fairly.

Academics- Prepare business professionals with knowledge, skills, and competencies for the jobs of the future.

Dean's Office

Ms. Rebecca Baker
Rothwell Hall 433
Phone: (479) 968-0490
Email: rbaker@atu.edu

School of Business

Mrs. Mary Standridge
Rothwell Hall 431
Phone: (479) 968-0690
Email: mstandridge5@atu.edu

Department of Agriculture and Tourism

Ms. Mattie Jarrard
Williamson Hall 113
Phone: (479) 968-0378
Email: mjarrard@atu.edu

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Mr. Matt Lundy
Rothwell Hall 406
Phone: (479) 356-2077
Email: mlundy@atu.edu 

You belong at ATU, and we can't wait to prove it. Plan a visit.

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