Jennings A. Jones College of Business
Vision, Mission, and Core Values
Jones College Vision
To be a nationally recognized college of business that delivers transformative education, service, and research with lasting regional impact by serving as the leading source of talent and knowledge for Middle Tennessee. National recognition will be earned through prestigious accreditations, competitive rankings, and the outstanding accomplishments of our students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Regional impact will be driven by our role as the premier source of business talent and leadership development for organizations across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Our Mission
Foster student success by cultivating a supportive, student-centered environment within a large college setting that feels personal and accessible.
Instill a global perspective in students, preparing them to lead and contribute in an interconnected, international economy.
Advance business knowledge through high-quality research and scholarship that informs theory, practice, and pedagogy.
Graduate career-ready professionals through comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and executive education programs.
Participate in impactful service activities that better the university, the broader profession, and the greater community.
Leverage a strong network of alumni and industry partners to provide students with meaningful internships, career guidance, and job placement opportunities.
Promote financial strength and college sustainability.
Our Core Values
Market-Relevant Curriculum
We design programs driven by the evolving needs of employers and industry stakeholders, laced with transformative technologies embedded with AI.
Ethical Conduct
We uphold integrity, honesty, authenticity, and continuous professional growth, always prioritizing others’ well-being.
Professionalism
As a professional school, we lead by example, modeling the demeanor, respect, open-mindedness, engagement, and accountability we expect from our students.
Data-Driven Decision Making
We balance quantitative evidence with qualitative insight to guide strategic and operational choices.
Innovation
We embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and external best practices to adapt to the evolving landscape of higher education and business.
ENGAGE
Build Connections.
Shape tomorrow.
ELEVATE
Drive Excellence.
Create impact.
EMPOWER
Inspire potential.
Transform lives.

Jennings A. Jones College of Business
N219 Business and Aerospace Building
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN 37132-0001
JonesCollege@mtsu.edu
615-898-2764
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