College of Business & Economics

A note from Dr. Jeffrey Russell, Dean of the College of Business and Economics

The Dauch College of Business and Economics nurtures the next generation of business leaders for our changing world. A true professional school, we make sure you’re qualified and ready to work day one of your business career. Focused on your future, we measure our success by your own.

Whether you’ve set your sights on a start-up or dream of making a difference in existing companies of all sizes, the ethics and flexibility you’ll learn at Ashland University are key. Companies truly need people who can overcome obstacles and move things forward, no matter the global economic climate.

Our goal is simple: We want to guide you on the road from student to professional so that you can hit the ground running after graduation.

In addition to our amazing faculty, you’ll get the chance to learn from visiting executives, who share knowledge, experience, successes and failures. And, among our close-knit community, you’ll make friends and build important networks for the future.

We’ll help you become exactly what thriving employer’s need. No on-the-job handholding required because you’ll practice these critical skills companies expect every day:

• Research and analyze floods of information
• Make decisions in real-life scenarios
• Lead with integrity and balance
• Collaborate with teams to achieve goals
• Present your ideas using state-of-the-art technology

Welcome!
Dr. Jeffrey Russell
Dean, Richard E. and Sandra J. Dauch College of Business and Economics