The MBA is offered by the Rankin College of Business at SAU and is fully accredited by AACSB, International, the premier accrediting body for colleges and schools of business. Fewer than five percent of all business programs worldwide are accredited by AACSB, which indicates the quality of our program. Supply chain management is defined as… Read More
Master of Business Administration with Agri-Business Emphasis

Agriculture today is so much more than farming! Jobs available for graduates with a master’s degree in agri-business vary widely, and include farm management or marketing, agricultural policy or market analyst, logistics, international agricultural policy or marketing, quality control, and so much more! The M.B.A. with Agri-Business Emphasis is offered by the Rankin College of… Read More
Master of Education in Special Education
The goals and objectives of the Online Master of Education Program in Special Education (K-12) are based on the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Teacher Preparation Standards in and the Advanced Competencies of the School of Graduate Studies. Candidates who complete a program in this Online Master of Education Program in Special Education will have… Read More
M.Ed., Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE)
SAU’s M. Ed. in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE) is intended for: individuals seeking or occupying an advance in administrative or management positions in a variety of educational settings; faculty and other educators who seek to improve their adult teaching skills; other individuals who work with adults in a variety businesses or social services… Read More
EDAS: Building Level Leadership Graduate Certificate
Principal Licensure Program The non-degree program of study for candidates seeking licensure at the building level who already hold a master’s degree in an appropriate area and meet the requirements for admission to the program in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision are as follows: Educational Administration and Supervision Courses (18 Credit Hours) EDUC 6403… Read More
Master of Education in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision
The mission of programs in EDAS are to prepare candidates for leadership positions at the local school, district, regional, state and national levels. The program offers a master’s degree program in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision leading to licensure as a principal. Licensure programs are also offered for students holding a master’s degree who… Read More
Management (2 + 2)
The Online Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Management is a 2+2 program designed to allow individuals the convenience of completing a four-year degree wherever they live or work. The ideal candidates for this program: have earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) with an emphasis in business, OR… Read More
Master of Education in College Counseling and Student Affairs
The purpose of the MEd in College Counseling and Student Affairs is to prepare individuals for professional counseling and administrative positions in student services departments at a college or university. Potential places of employment for graduates of this program include residence life and student housing, admissions and student orientation, financial aid, college unions, student activities,… Read More
Master of Arts in Teaching
Statement of Purpose The Master of Arts in Teaching program at Southern Arkansas University is designed to enable career changes for those people who hold a baccalaureate degree in subject areas commonly taught at the elementary, middle, and secondary level, grades k-12. Candidates will be required to choose a track (elementary, middle, secondary, or K-12… Read More
Master of Science in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling
The purpose of the program is to provide (a) graduate-level training for individuals seeking employment by community mental health centers, the Arkansas State Department of Human Services, and other community agencies; (b) electives and enrichment for other master’s degree programs; and (c) courses of interest to persons holding a baccalaureate degree. The mission of the… Read More