Richards College of Business

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Find Your Path. Fulfill Your Potential.

At the Richards College of Business, we are in the business of transforming lives through education, engagement, and experiences. Our students acquire more than knowledge during their time with us and leave us prepared not only to lead but also to make an impact on the business world.

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AACSB Accredited

AWARD-WINNING & AACSB ACCREDITED

Richards College of Business is one of 780 business schools in 53 countries and territories that have earned AACSB Accreditation.

AACSB Accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business education and has been earned by less than 5% of the world's business schools.

 

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News and Highlights

  • Economic Engine: UWG’s Fiscal Impact Climbs to $626.7M

    A new study shows the University of West Georgia contributed more than $626.7 million to the local, regional, and state economy between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2021. This represents an increase of nearly $400,000 over the previous year, as the university continues to make a significant economic impact in its communities of service and beyond.

    Jun 28
  • Front row, left to right: Dr. Brendan Kelly, UWG president; Dr. Margaret H. Venable, Dalton State president. Back row, left to right: Dr. Jon Preston, UWG provost and senior vice president for academic affairs; Dr. Bruno Hicks, Dalton State provost and vice president for academic affairs; Dr. Chris Johnson, UWG Richards College of Business dean

    UWG, Dalton State College Sign Partnership Agreement

    Leaders from the University of West Georgia and Dalton State College recently signed an agreement to provide a streamlined pathway for business students between the two institutions.

    May 19
  • L to R: Dr. Hilde Patron, UWG's Center for Business and Economic Research; Brent Meyer, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta; Dr. William "Joey" Smith, UWG's Richards College of Business; Dr. Russell Crutchfield, UWG; Rep. Lynn Smith, Georgia House of Representatives

    UWG Hosts Inaugural Economic Outlook Event Focused on Newnan, Coweta

    The University of West Georgia hosted the inaugural Economic Outlook: Newnan Monday, with business, government and community leaders from Coweta County gathering to discuss the local economy and what to expect in the coming year.

    May 18
About News and Highlights

Top Ranked.

#32

Online MBA
CEO Magazine

Top Tier

Online MBA in Georgia
Online MBA Report

#49

Online MBA rated a Top Program by the Princeton Review

#62

Online MBA in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Programs.

Achievements

NAMED College of Distinction

Recognized by Colleges of Distinction, a national organization founded by admissions professionals, for 2018-2019

International OPPORTUNITIES

Nearly 400 students have taken advantage of our four Study
Abroad Programs in the past 5 years

Small Business
Development Center

Has helped start 1,763 new business in our community over the last 5 years

50+ Years of Education

Our College was established in 1967 and was named the
Richards College of Business in 1997

$6.5M Raised for
Richards Hall

State-of-the-art learning environment 

Southwire Program

Partnership with Southwire lets students experience elevated internship and career opportunities

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