Backed by more than a century of academic excellence and
personalized attention, South University continues to be
recognized as an innovator in higher education.
South University - Savannah is a private academic institution
dedicated to providing quality education to its diverse and
vibrant student population. The university's faculty brings a
wealth of practical and professional knowledge to the classroom,
while offering dynamic learning environments with interaction and
challenging curricula. In addition to a strong academic
foundation, students develop the real world skills they will need
to advance their professional goals and succeed in their desired
fields.
South University's largest campus is located on the southside of
Savannah, GA, a city rich in history and charm. Convenient to the
city's busy midtown area, the South University - Savannah campus
includes computer and medical labs, a library, student lounge and
administrative offices. The health professions building was
opened in 2000 to house classroom and lab facilities for health
profession programs. The campus is structured with the future in
mind and to meet the changing needs of South University's student
body.
This program is designed to offer the student exposure to the
responsibilities and requirements of managing a business. The
student gains an understanding of management concepts that will
maximize opportunities for promotion in a management career.
Students will be exposed to the principles of accounting,
finance, management, economics, and consumer behavior. The goal
of the program is to provide a practical working background that
prepares graduates for an entry-level management position.
This program provides a strong academic foundation for transfer
into the bachelor of business administration program.
Associate of Science of Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology
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Information Technology describes applications of computing and
communications technology within the confines of an enterprise.
The term includes hardware such as computers, networking
equipment, telecommunication equipment, and multimedia, as well
as software programs that control and function on such equipment.
Consequently, higher education programs in Information Technology
aim to prepare professionals specializing in various aspects of
the Information Technology fields.
Technology programs offer students access to a relevant,
application-oriented, and distinctive IT education program
focused in:
- Database Design and Development
- Client-Server 3-Tier Development
- Web/Internet Software Development
- Object-Oriented Program Design and Modeling
South University strives to provide students not only an
opportunity to explore the foundations of the above mentioned
technologies but also to offer an opportunity to acquire highly
functional and useful skills that are in high demand in corporate
and business organizations.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration
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The Bachelor of Business Administration degree program at South
University - Savannah prepares students to enter a variety of
entry-level management positions in business, education, health
care, government or manufacturing.
Students in this program will explore the principles of:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Management
- Economics
- Consumer Behavior
They also will build a solid educational foundation by taking
general studies that include mathematics, physical sciences,
language arts and the social sciences. The goal of this program
is to provide a solid academic and practical foundation for
students to launch successful careers in the field of business
administration.
Master of Business Administration
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South University's Master of Business Administration (MBA)
program is designed to help working professionals build
management and leadership skills by employing an integrated,
holistic approach. The program is inspired by the idea that in
today's business climate, it's not enough merely to analyze
problems and identify solutions.
In this program, students benefit from a unique, real-world
perspective. While traditional MBA programs view organizations as
a collection of distinct marketing, operations and finance
functions, South University brings them together in a way that's
based on how today's most successful companies work. Students
learn to apply technology, information and analytical tools to
create positive change.
Our accelerated courses allow students to concentrate in the
following areas while still working full time:
Master of Business Administration (Accelerated)
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You can earn your full MBA from the South University College of
Business in less than one year. This accelerated program is
offered in a format that blends a Saturday classroom schedule
with online learning, so your career doesn't have to stop for
your MBA.
If you have five years of business experience or other
appropriate employment and a bachelors degree, then your MBA may
be less than one year away.
The Accelerated Master of Business Administration program is
offered by South University campuses in Atlanta and Savannah,
Georgia. You'll work and learn from experienced faculty within
our College of Business and some of the region's top business
leaders.
Special Features
- Complete the entire program in less than a year
- Saturday classes that fit around busy schedules
- 24 weekends, over the course of the program
- No Friday classes
- A blended format for each course, including classroom
instruction with online components
- Professionally accomplished business leaders and guest
speakers bring practical experience to the program
- Flexible format allows prospective students to begin during
the academic year
- Books included
Accreditation
South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award
associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact
the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,
Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the
accreditation of South University.