The Business major at Rhodes College combines the analytical and technical foundations of business with the broad perspective of a liberal arts education. Students build expertise across accounting, finance, management, marketing, and business analytics while developing the critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills employers value in a rapidly changing global economy.
Academic Excellence
An interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in the liberal arts prepares students to think critically, solve complex problems, and apply business knowledge across accounting, finance, management, marketing, and analytics.
Career Readiness
Through internships, case competitions, study abroad, research, and accelerated graduate pathways like the M.S. in Accounting, students gain practical experience and strong preparation for careers and graduate study.
Impact & Purpose
Students explore how business can drive innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and social impact through hands-on projects, global learning opportunities, and community engagement.
Community & Support
Faculty mentors, student organizations, networking events, and close connections with alumni and industry leaders create a supportive environment focused on student growth and success.
After Rhodes
- Internships with organizations including FedEx, AutoZone, EY, KPMG, and First Horizon
- International internship and study opportunities in countries including Spain, France, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, Taiwan, and Italy
- Participation in student organizations like Women in Business, Entrepreneurship Club, and the Rhodes Organization of Investors
- Opportunities to compete in national and global business competitions, including the CFA Institute Research Challenge
- Accelerated pathway to the M.S. in Accounting, allowing qualified students to earn undergraduate and graduate credits simultaneously
- Strong employment outcomes, with many students securing jobs before graduation in competitive industries and firms
- Graduate and professional school placements at institutions including Duke University, London School of Economics, Georgetown University, and University of Chicago
- Experiential learning through consulting-style projects, entrepreneurship initiatives, investment competitions, and leadership-focused Maymester programs
Turn Business Knowledge Into Real-World Impact
Whether you want to launch a business, lead a team, analyze markets, or prepare for graduate study, the Business major at Rhodes gives you the skills, experiences, and connections to move confidently toward your goals. Explore how a liberal arts approach to business can prepare you to lead in a changing world.
The college has several student organizations for those interested in investing and accounting.
The college has several student organizations for those interested in investing and accounting.
Rhodes confers awards to students for accounting, leadership, and entrepreneurial activity.
Business News block
Gage Wilson ’27 is the recipient of the Top Portfolio Manager – Spring 2026 award in the Portfolio Management course.
John Creveling, a junior business major from Austin, TX, presented the winning pitch at the annual Rhodes College Venture Challenge held April 30 on campus. He gained the $10,000 Grand Prize to help launch OptimSolutions for home service businesses.
Sophia Cracraft, Lydia Gold, Melate Kebede, and Erin McTigue—members of the Rhodes College Class of 2026—have been selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Awards for the 2026-2027 academic year.
