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Stafford School of Business

With the only Bachelor of Science in Business in the State of Georgia, the Stafford School of Business offers students a comprehensive business program taught by faculty who have cumulative experience in a variety of leadership positions.

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The Stafford School of Business is committed to shaping lifelong learning leaders who can discover innovative and ethical solutions to emerging and changing business conditions. Our business education exposes students to a macro-level view of business and marketing concepts without the need to choose a concentration. We maintain relevance in our community through our innovative curriculum, rigorous internship, strong faculty mentorship, and low student-to-faculty ratio. Our mission is to develop capable business professionals through impactful scholarship and learning experiences.

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Message from the Dean

Renada Elad, Dean of School of Business

Renata Elad, Ph.D.

Dean, Stafford School of Business

Welcome to the Stafford School of Business, at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC), where we believe education is a journey that requires a commitment to new skills and attitudes.  Building on ABAC’s core competency, our unique educational model that integrates academics with authentic experiential learning opportunities is well suited to meet the evolving needs of today’s business students. Our Graduates get the job done!

Today’s high-stakes marketplace requires job candidates with proven performance, and skills that lead to job effectiveness—like communication, teamwork and problem-solving. Organizations want leaders who are creative and know how to act on ideas and analysis. In response to these marketplace and industry needs, the Stafford School of Business is made up of faculty who are passionate and thought-leaders in their academic fields. They prepare you for success academically, personally, and professionally.

As a learning community, we the students, faculty and staff nurture service and personal integrity as we proactively address the tough business issues of our day. We will match your drive to succeed with knowledge and skills that will set you apart. Make the Stafford School of Business your new home and explore for yourself what the impact of personal attention and superior business education can mean for your career. Of course, we welcome your feedback, join us in shaping the business school of the future.

Bachelor of Science in Business
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The Bachelor of Science in Business is designed to give students a solid foundation in business that enables them to provide managerial solutions to daily organizational issues. This degree creates team leaders who are capable of working ethically and effectively in a dynamic business setting. Experiential learning activities within the program improve their decision-making ability and develop the skills needed in today’s global business environment.

Meet Our Students and Alumni

Read about experiences from our students and alumni.

Claire Ryland

Claire Ryland

I love the connection that I have with my professors and classmates. I transferred into ABAC from two different universities and I never had experienced that type of connection before. Now I’m graduating soon and I can confidently say that ABAC has provided me with a quality education and relationships that will last a lifetime.
Rolland St. John

Rolland St. John

I graduated from ABAC in Fall 2016 and I am currently the Linehaul Program Manager at Amazon. ABAC helped me to find a job in Atlanta at Vertiv as a Transportation Representative through the Stafford Business Club Roundtable. I figured it would get my foot in the door for more opportunities in the area. A year later I landed a corporate job with Amazon in another transportation role. The Stafford School of Business helped me learn to think on my own through their many projects and presentations. I also learned how important networking is while attending ABAC.
Daniel Montiel

Daniel Montiel

I am very grateful to God for all the individuals he has placed in my journey to obtain my Business of Science degree at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. With this degree, I will learn the fundamentals of the business environment that will help me become a future regional manager at Publix.  I appreciate the support that has been provided by ABAC, the Stafford School of Business, and all the generous scholarship sponsors.  I will continue to be appreciative of good days and bad, in the end, God works for the good to those who live through him.
Accacia Lawson

Accacia Lawson

Being a member and an officer of the two business clubs, Stafford Business Club and Enactus, has not only helped me strengthen my leadership skills but has also helped me strengthen my professionalism. In Stafford Business Club, we were able to network with businesses from the area and learn about what employers look for in employees. With Enactus, we learned about entrepreneurship and all the skills it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. There are no words to describe how thankful I am for the impact Stafford School of Business has had on my life.
Sarah Odom

Sarah Odom

The Stafford School of Business has shaped me for my current and future success.  Being a club officer with ENACTUS and the Business Club, I was able to form connections with local business leaders that still serve as mentors to this day.  The memories I made at ABAC have followed me every step of the way.  I currently work in sales and marketing for a Signet Jewelers store, and my next goal is to work for Signet Jewelers Corporate and without the Stafford School of Business, I would not be where I am today.  Thank you all for giving me the strength and knowledge to succeed.  
Tameka Stafford

Tameka Stafford

I love the beautiful and welcoming environment of ABAC, along with the support provided concerning my academic career. I am continuously learning new things. The education that I have received has provided me with the essential concepts that are important in the workplace. Along with the core curriculum, ABAC goes above and beyond to develop well-rounded individuals.  
Trisha Cowthon

Trisha Cowthon

The Stafford School of Business professors have been a great influence on my walk through college. Being a part of the Stafford School of Business has made me more confident and excited about my future. I will forever be thankful for my ABAC family.
Olivia Brown

Olivia Brown

Hi! My name is Olivia Brown. I am a Sales and Wholesales Associate for Muscadine Products Corporation in Wray, GA where I promote the company's flagship brands: Paulk Vineyards -- the largest muscadine vineyard in the world, and Nobility Products --the source of healthy, natural, simple muscadine products! I attribute my preparedness to ABAC for shaping my professionalism, business management skills, and work ethic. I will always be grateful to my ABAC family who constructively pushed me to be my best and set me up for success in life and in the workforce.
Tarique Howard

Tarique Howard

Shortly after I graduated from the Stafford School of Business at ABAC, I landed a job with one of the largest insurance companies in the world, Geico.  I currently work in Geico’s Leadership Development Program (LDP) in the Emergency Road Service Department and supervise a small team. The Stafford School of Business and ABAC gave me the essential skills needed to thrive in the corporate environment.
Clara Wiley

Clara Wiley

I chose ABAC because it's affordable and it's close to home. ABAC has given me the opportunity to meet some incredibly smart and inspiring people, such as my favorite professor, Dr. Pertilla.  My favorite ABAC memory is from last semester when Studio 3 hosted Golden Light Mic. In addition, to our in-person audience, we had viewers tuning in to our livestream from around the state, and it was a lot of fun. If you haven't visited Studio 3 before, come see us on the third floor of Carlton!

Job Placement

Career opportunities for graduates of the Stafford School of Business are wide and varied because of the comprehensive nature of the program. Graduates can be found working in marketing, management, human resources, insurance, finance and accounting, transportation and logistics, warehouse management, as well as managing their own thriving companies.

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More About the School

Strategic Priorities

We seek to build a forward-thinking and sustainable business education model while maintaining relevance in the community by elevating:

  • Student Experience: Providing enduring skills for lifelong learning.
  • Innovative Teaching: Creating distinctiveness and impact beyond academia.
  • Community Involvement: Fostering partnerships for their relevance and impact.

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ABAC 14, 2802 Moore Hwy.
Tifton, GA 31793