Project
College of Business
About the College
The College of Business at Southern University comprises three academic units that are preparing talented students to thrive in the competitive global marketplace. Through its programs, the College prepares students to make a positive contribution to the public and private sectors through quality instruction, impactful research, and innovative community engagement. Its dedicated faculty provides programs in accounting and finance, management and marketing, and an MBA program (including an online MBA).
Degree Programs
- UNDERGRADUATE - Accounting, Finance, Business Management, and Marketing
- GRADUATE - Business Administration and JD MBA Program
- CERTIFICATIONS - Supply Chain Management
- ONLINE - Business Administration
Preparing a diverse student body for successful careers in business and industry is not just a Southern University mandate – it is a national priority.
The new SU College of Business Building has the potential to empower many individuals to ascend the economic ladder, offering them the tools to pursue their aspirations and achieve upward mobility. The key impact of the new building will be to double enrollment to 1600 students focusing on career opportunities in business and industry due to the increased number and sizes of classrooms. The project will also provide hands-on learning and experiential opportunities, funds for scholarships, and better research and publication opportunities for faculty.
- South endzone expansion/New locker rooms for women’s sports
- Health, nutrition, and indoor practice facilities
- Parking facility, rooftop restaurant, and shops
- SU Sports Hall-of-Fame Museum
- New locker rooms for tennis and volleyball teams
- Coach and staff offices
The College of Business will occupy a new building that will offer students and faculty:
- Additional large classrooms for active learning
- Incubator spaces
- Mock-trading rooms
- Block chain research spaces
- Student amenities, including café and parking
| Number of Stories | 3 |
| Building Height | 45’ |
| New Building Area | 84,480 sf |
| Elevated Plaza/Walks | 13,200 sf |
| Open Courtyards | 20,275 sf |
Cost Estimate
| IMPROVEMENT | COST | SECURED | NEEDED | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Cost | $33,368,306 | $33,368,306 | $0 | |
| Site / Landscaping | $2,009,229 | $2,009,229 | $0 | |
| Soft Costs | $3,025,452 | $3,025,452 | $0 | |
| TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS | $38,402,452 | $38,402,452 | $0 | |
| Endowment Programming | $7,180,000 | $4,377,645 | $2,802,355 | |
| TOTAL PROJECT COST | $45,582,452 | $42,780,097 | $2,802,355 |
Businesses are stronger and more successful if their employees are diverse and represent a wide range of background and experience. Southern University College of Business prepares men and women of color for leadership positions in business and industry. Southern University will build a new building for the College of Business that will be equal to the most elite business schools in the nation. The new building will provide state-of-the-art classrooms and meeting spaces, common areas for group gatherings and meetings, and improved student amenities.
DONALD ANDREWS
The guidance and connections that I have gained at Southern University have been invaluable in shaping my collegiate career, and opening door to meaningful internships and post-graduate career opportunities. I believe it is essential to give to Southern University. Giving helps to ensure that students have the resources, opportunities, and the financial support needed to succeed. Your financial support is more than just a donation, it is an investment into the next generation of scholars and leaders.