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Bachelor of Science
Management
Be prepared to lead your organization with foundational business skillsIs This Program for Me?
Students who thrive in the management major are drawn to the challenge of leading teams and navigating complex organizational problems. They are naturally curious about how businesses operate and how leaders guide people, systems and strategy in any industry. Many are motivated by the chance to make thoughtful, ethical decisions that shape workplaces and help teams succeed.
This program is ideal for students who:
- Enjoy working with people in team-based settings
- Think critically about organizational issues and problem-solving
- Communicate clearly in a variety of situations
- Adapt well in changing or fast-paced environments
- Seek opportunities to grow as leaders
- Want to build practical, real-world skills for business careers
- Are motivated by analyzing challenges and improving processes
What Will I Learn?
The management major helps students build foundational business knowledge while developing the leadership skills needed in any organization. Coursework emphasizes how to identify and analyze strategic problems, think holistically about business challenges and apply ethical, Christ-centered decision-making.
You’ll learn to:
- Analyze organizational challenges and apply core principles across a wide range of roles
- Strengthen communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Lead teams with ethical, Christ-centered decision-making
- Adapt to dynamic business environments with practical, purpose-driven approaches
“I have never felt more supported and believed in to lead and be successful in my career than I did as a Brock School of Business student. Being a management major not only gave me opportunities to grow in my leadership skills, but the program prepared me to go into any industry and approach a variety of management opportunities with confidence.”
Grayson Byram ’22, Corporate Recruiter, Brasfield & Gorrie
What Makes Us Different?
Throughout the program, management students participate in internships, career fairs, networking events and real-world projects that help them build confidence and apply what they learn. These experiences reflect Samford’s commitment to pairing academic excellence with meaningful professional development.
Program Highlights
- Hands-On Learning through internships, career fairs, networking events and real-world projects that help students apply classroom concepts and build confidence
- Values-Based Leadership rooted in ethical and Christ-centered decision-making
- Strong Faculty Support that fosters both personal growth and academic success
- Career Connections through the annual Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing career night, which links students with employers and helps them explore career pathways
Career Preparation
The program takes a values-based approach to leadership, emphasizing ethical and Christ-centered decision-making. Students also benefit from strong faculty support and an environment that encourages personal growth as well as academic success. The annual Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing career night creates unique opportunities to connect with employers and explore career pathways.
Prepare to Succeed
- Hands-on experience through internships, career fairs and networking events
- Development of leadership, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Real-world learning opportunities that support career readiness
- Ethical, Christ-centered foundations for decision-making
- Connections with employers at the annual Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing Department career night
Career Opportunities
- Project manager
- Project coordinator
- Team lead
- Data analyst
- Business data reviewer
- Reporting assistant
- General management roles across industries
- Operations supervisor
- Department leader
- Small business owner
Application Information
Freshman applications for next fall are open.Freshman Early Action applications close November 1st.The freshman first scholarship deadline is December 1st.Transfer applications for the spring semester close Dec. 15.Freshman FAFSA priority and scholarship deadlines are Feb. 15.Decision day is coming! Freshman applications for fall enrollment close May 1st.Transfer applications for fall enrollment close July 1st.Freshman applications for fall enrollment are closed. Applications for next year open August 1st.Transfer applications for fall enrollment are closed. Applications for next year open September 1st.
