College of Business & Economics
Rooted in Relationships. Ready to Lead in Business.
At Longwood University’s College of Business and Economics, we prepare tomorrow’s business leaders, economists and entrepreneurs by focusing on what matters most: strong relationships, real-world experience, and the confidence to grow into your future.
Why study business at Longwood?
Our undergraduate programs combine business knowledge with mentorship, hands-on learning, and the kind of support that helps you not only succeed—but discover your own path to meaningful impact.
Choose the Path That Fits You
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Choose from concentrations in accounting, management, finance, marketing, real estate, information systems and cyber security (ISCS), and economics.
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Dive into data, policy, and the global economy. This standalone major prepares you for graduate study or a career in economics, policy, or business analytics.
Looking for graduate study?
Explore our MBA Programs.
Get a Head Start on Your MBA
Want to earn your MBA faster—and more affordably? Longwood’s 4+1 MBA Pathway lets you take graduate business courses as an undergrad and apply them toward your master’s.
Students in any major can qualify, and if you finish your degree with a 3.0 GPA, you're guaranteed admission.
Add a Business Minor
Complement your major with in-demand business skills. Our minors—open to all Longwood students—give you valuable tools in areas like entrepreneurship and cyber security. Whether you’re planning a startup or just want to stand out in the job market, a business minor gives you an edge.
Earn College Credit in High School—and Master Your Money
Longwood’s Economics and Personal Finance 150 course is a dual-enrollment, online class for high schoolers helping them earn three college credits and build real-world financial skills.
It’s flexible, affordable, and packed with tools to help students save money, manage credit, and step confidently into the future.
Real-world ready
You’ll do more than study theory—you’ll apply it. Our students work on real business problems, complete internships, and connect with professionals from day one.
Faculty who know you—and the field
Our professors are researchers, experts, and mentors. One of our economics faculty is among the world’s most-cited scientists. More importantly, they’ll know your name, your goals, and how to help you get there.
High-value, high-return
A Longwood business degree offers big opportunity without the big price tag. Our MBA program is nationally ranked and recognized for its value—and our undergraduate programs offer the same high-impact foundation.
A tight-knit, big-thinking community
At Longwood, you’re more than a number. You’ll build close connections with peers and professors who believe in your potential—even before you see it for yourself.
What can you do with a business or economics degree?
Longwood graduates leave prepared for careers in:
- Finance and banking
- Economics and policy
- Entrepreneurship and consulting
- Marketing and strategy
- Operations and project management
- Graduate school or business leadership roles
With every course, project, and relationship, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and perspective to lead—wherever your path takes you.
For more information
College of Business & Economics
cbe@longwood.edu
(434) 395-2042
Fax: (434) 395-2203
Khawaja Mamun
Dean, College of Business and Economics