Harding University College of Business Administration (COBA)

COBA innovation on display! We are also excited to announce a new Master of Science in Cybersecurity beginning Fall 2026. You can click Apply at this link: https://www.harding.edu/business-admin/hu-cybersecurity.html

Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Delta Mu Delta Honor Society inductees! 🎉

Last night we had the pleasure of celebrating these outstanding students with a special dinner and induction ceremony. Their hard work and academic excellence have earned them this distinguished recognition.

We are proud to welcome these scholars into Delta Mu Delta and look forward to the leadership and impact they will continue to make both on campus and in their future careers.

That’s a wrap on COBA Lindy Ingram Leadership Seminar 2026! Thanks to all of the fantastic speakers who took time out of their busy schedules to mentor our amazing group of students.

We’re looking for a new faculty member in accounting! If you’re passionate about teaching and mentoring students in a Christ-centered environment, we’d love to have you join us in Searcy. Learn more about how you can help shape the next generation of business leaders at harding.edu/hr/faculty-jobs.

The University has launched a national search for the next COBA dean, and we invite you to share your recommendations for exceptional leaders for this role. The dean will provide strategic, academic and spiritual leadership for the college, building on COBA’s strong foundation while advancing its mission of preparing students for lives of professional excellence, service, and faith-informed leadership. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the next chapter of business education at Harding. View a detailed job description, including qualifications, responsibilities, and application instructions at

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COBA faculty supporting the football graduates!🎓👏🏻

COBA faculty field trip! Current and retired COBA faculty heading out to Ouachita Baptist to represent at the Bison basketball games!🚌🏀👊🏻

Proud to see HUDFL and Searcy named a 2025 Arkansas Business Trendsetter City for Technology and Security!!
A part of our mission is to provide forensic support across Arkansas, especially in underserved regions. We appreciate the support we have received from the city of Searcy and the state of Arkansas!

Harding University enrollment services is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the role of graduate admissions counselor for the Graduate School of Business. This individual will aid prospective students through the process of entering a graduate program or degree. To learn more, visit https://www.harding.edu/about/offices-departments/hr/staff-jobs/ -counselor

On campus interviews begin today with HoganTaylor. Other on campus interviews will continue through October 9. Be sure to get on Handshake and apply!

📣 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PICS! Meet our new faculty in the College of Business! We're excited to welcome:

👨‍🏫 Bing Ouyang, Assistant Professor of Accounting, coming from Vancouver, BC, where he was Director at Ouya International Education & Tech Inc. He's looking forward to engaging with students and connecting with colleagues across the college.

👨‍💻 Leo Lawson, Assistant Professor of Information Systems, joins us from Huntsville, AL, where he served as Cyber Operations Division Chief for the Army Materiel Command. He’s excited to dive into the academic environment and become a resource for the university.

💼 Phil Miller, Assistant Professor of Finance, recently retired as CIO of Unity Health in Searcy, AR. This summer, he went on a “House Divided Baseball Tour,” visiting multiple Cardinals and Cubs minor league ballparks. He’s ready to become fully integrated into the COBA family.

🏠 Tracy Kee, Instructor of Management, comes to us from Northern Arizona University. She spent the summer remodeling a 1905 historic home in Searcy and is thrilled to be back at Harding, a place she holds close to her heart.

Welcome to all! We’re looking forward to a great year ahead!
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