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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Stories of Success
God is doing big things in the School of Business! Here are just a few examples of the way our students and alumni are excelling in business.
Southern Business Students Excel in CFA Research Challenge
Southern Adventist University’s business students showcased their financial expertise, securing 2nd place among 10 schools in the CFA Institute Research Challenge Southeastern sub-region. This prestigious competition tested students’ equity research and valuation skills, giving them real-world experience in investment analysis. Their impressive performance highlights the strength of Southern’s business program and the dedication of its students.
Southern Students Shine in Bloomberg Trading Challenge
Southern Adventist University’s School of Business students showcased their financial acumen in the Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, with one of our teams finishing an impressive 144th out of 2,174 teams worldwide. This achievement places them in the top 6%, outperforming 94% of competitors from universities across the globe. Their success highlights our students' dedication to achieving outstanding results on the international stage.
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Making a Difference in Housing
David Grabiner, an alumnus of Southern’s School of Business, has been named Best Landlord of the Year by the City of Chattanooga’s Office of Homelessness and Supportive Housing. Recognized for his dedication to providing safe housing, David has helped numerous individuals transition from homelessness to stability. His inspiring work exemplifies the mission of our School of Business—using skills to serve the community and create meaningful change.
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Business Students Score in Top 96th Percentile Nationally
Southern Adventist University’s business students demonstrated exceptional knowledge and analytical skills, ranking in the 96th percentile on the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Major Field Test for Business. This nationwide exam assesses core business competencies, and Southern’s outstanding results reflect the quality of its business education and the dedication of its students and faculty.
Why Choose Business At Southern?
The School of Business at Southern integrates faith and business to prepare students for professional careers.
We provide a broad background knowledge of the free enterprise system within a framework of moral and ethical guidelines.
The skills developed in a business degree are highly-transferrable among and within multiple industries.
Students develop non-textbook skills such as the so-called ‘soft skills,’ which allow them to develop a holistic entrepreneurial mindset.
We strive to train Christ-centered leaders who are globally focused while caring about their communities and workplace.
Our business graduates score above national and state averages for certification on senior exit exams and professional certifications.
Professors
Stephanie Sheehan
Dean
Joelle Akiki
Professor
Sunia Fukofuka
Professor
Mark Hyder
Professor
Sungin Ahn
Associate Professor
Sergio Bellino
Associate Professor
Lisa Gano
Associate Professor
Lisa Kuhlman
Associate Professor
Charles Benjamin
Assistant Professor
Marlene Kreidler
Assistant Professor
Ben Schnell
Assistant Professor
Alumni Voices
Alumni have served as investors, land developers, entrepreneurs, lawyers, accountants, doctors, marketers, and managers. Others have achieved recognition as certified public accountants, certified financial planners, certified professional marketers, and more.
Accreditation
Contact
Brock Hall, Third Floor
P.O. Box 370 Collegedale, TN, 37315