Else School of Management
Become Something Major
At the Else School of Management at Millsaps College, we prepare leaders to make a lasting impact — in business, in their communities and across industries. Accredited by AACSB International, a distinction earned by less than 6% of business schools worldwide, the Else School is recognized for academic excellence, strong outcomes and personalized education.
Our undergraduate majors and minors, innovative Master’s degree programs, and executive education offerings blend rigorous academics with real-world application. Our MBA, MAcc and STEM designated MBAA and MAccA consistently rank among the top business programs in the region.
Major Opportunities. Major Impact.
Why the Else School?
 
Learning and Community
The Major Difference
Undergraduate Programs
Launch your career with real-world business skills and leadership training.
Graduate Programs
Accelerate your career with flexible, high-impact Master’s degrees.
Executive Education
Strengthen your leadership with targeted, results-driven programs.
The Millsaps Difference
“The opportunities are endless and the class schedules allow you to take advantage of them. I feel confident in my ability to succeed in the workplace and go far in my career.”
Madisyn Latino, Class of 2024
Mission & Values
Mission
Through experiential learning, professional development, and individualized attention, the Else School of Management transforms undergraduate, graduate and executive education students into leaders who positively impact our communities. 
Values
Guided by our shared values, we place students at the heart of all that we do, equipping them with the support, experiences, and ethical foundation they need to lead with impact.Â
- Adaptability – We value adaptability as the ability to embrace change and the resilience to navigate uncertainty, empowering students to grow through continuous learning.Â
- Collaboration – We value collaboration as essential for effective problem-solving, bringing diverse opinions and ideas together to create stronger, more impactful solutions.Â
- Community – We value our role within the broader community, fostering connections and positive impact beyond the classroom to inspire students to engage with and contribute to society meaningfully.Â
- Experiential Learning – We value experiential learning as the bridge between theory and practice, equipping students with hands-on skills to confidently tackle real-world challenges.Â
- Innovation – We value innovation as a catalyst for growth, encouraging new ideas and forward-thinking approaches to prepare students for a dynamic world.Â
- Integrity – We value integrity as the foundation of principled leadership, fostering a community built on trust and accountability.Â
The business programs offered by the Else School of Management at Millsaps College are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, and the college has been praised by these organizations:
