Introduction

Harris College of Business and the Khadanga School of Executive Education Equips Students for Success 

Harris College of Business and the Khadanga School of Executive Education Equips Students for Success 

For decades, Faulkner University’s Harris College of Business and the Khadanga School of Executive Education (COB) has been preparing students for success across a wide range of industries through faith-based, career-focused degree programs offered both online and on campus. 

With undergraduate and graduate programs designed for traditional, adult and online learners, the college delivers foundational and advanced business knowledge that empowers students to lead in today’s competitive job market. 

There are numerous undergraduate programs currently available from accounting and finance to marketing with new offerings in AI and Business Analytics coming in spring 2026. 

Accounting 

Faulkner’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting helps students become fluent in the language of business. Accountants provide key insights and financial decision-making skills for individuals, small businesses and large corporations. Accounting jobs are expected to grow 6% over the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Career options include: 

  • Auditor 
  • Tax Accountant 
  • Forensic Accountant 
  • Corporate Controller 
  • Internal Auditor 
  • Government Accountant 
  • Management Accountant 
  • Certified Public Accountant 

Business Administration 

Faulkner’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration delivers a broad understanding of business operations, including finance, accounting and data analysis. It is available at Faulkner’s Montgomery, Birmingham, Mobile and Huntsville campuses. 

Finance 

Finance students gain skills in investing, financial planning and management. The BLS projects 5% job growth with 450,000 new finance jobs over the next decade. Career paths include: 

  • Finance Officer 
  • Financial Analyst 
  • Loan Officer 
  • Investment Banking 
  • Financial Planner 
  • Insurance Agent 
  • Hedge Fund Manager 
  • Venture Capitalist 
  • Chief Financial Officer 
Business professor Elizabeth Carden teaches a finance class.

Information Systems 

This program trains students to develop and manage IT infrastructure in business environments. With 11% job growth projected, IS graduates enter high-paying roles such as: 

  • Business Systems Analyst 
  • IT Manager 
  • Business Process Engineer 
  • Info Security Manager 
  • Database Administrator 
  • Chief Technology Officer 
Professor Natasha Kasarjian helps two information systems students.

Management 

Faulkner’s Bachelor of Science in Management prepares students for leadership roles through a Christian-centered curriculum. Offered in Montgomery, this program equips students for employment or graduate study. 

Marketing 

Marketing majors study customer behavior and strategy to drive business success. Creative and analytical skills lead to roles like: 

  • Marketing Manager 
  • Market Research Analyst 
  • Director of Digital Marketing 
  • Business Development Manager 
  • Advertising Manager 
  • Public Relations Specialist 

Risk Management and Insurance 

The Bachelor of Science in Risk Management and Insurance trains students to evaluate and reduce organizational risks. In a rapidly changing world, RMI professionals are essential to business continuity and financial stability.  

Adult and Online Degree Completion Programs are designed for adult learners who have completed at least two years of college, the following programs are offered in flexible evening, weekend or online formats. 

Executive Bachelor of Science in Business 

Available fully online, this program can be completed in as little as one year. It opens doors to careers in operations, human resources, sales and more. This degree can be completed with emphases in management, marketing and information systems.  

Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management 

This fully online, one-year program prepares students to support employees and ensure legal compliance in any workplace. HR professionals help businesses thrive by fostering strong teams and ethical environments. This degree can be completed with a general emphasis or a health administration emphasis.  

Graduate Programs are executive-style degrees that combine convenience, speed and a Christian foundation. 

Master of Science in Management (MSM) 

This fully online one-year program develops leadership and management skills grounded in theory and real-world applications. 

l-r Business administration students Tucker Clifton and Madelyn Stanfield.

Master of Science in Management with Emphasis (MSM-E) 

This degree includes four different tracks to choose from.  

  1. MSM – Business Analytics Emphasis 

This two-year residential program includes in-person instruction, internship opportunities and a focus on data-driven leadership. 

  1. MSM – Information Technology Emphasis 

This executive-format degree adds an IT concentration to the core MSM curriculum, helping professionals meet industry demands while maintaining a Christian worldview. 

  1. MSM – Data Science Emphasis 

Designed for future-focused leaders, this program blends data science with management to create innovative decision-makers ready to navigate the digital economy. 

       4.     MSM- Artificial Intelligence 

Preparing professionals to lead in an AI-driven economy, this program combines advanced  business and leadership training with practical AI applications in strategy, automation, and decision-making.   

Executive MBA 

Faulkner’s fully online Executive MBA allows working professionals to earn an advanced degree without stepping away from career or family responsibilities. It prepares graduates for upper-level roles in business leadership. 

Through flexible delivery, a Christian mission and relevant curriculum, Faulkner University’s Harris College of Business and the Khadanga School of Executive Education equips students with the knowledge and values to succeed in business and also in life. 

Business student Martha Mendez.