Wallace State Business programs earn reaffirmation of accreditation

Hanceville, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is proud to announce its Business programs have earned a 10-year reaffirmation of its accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

“This reaffirmation of accreditation by ACBSP is a testament to the exceptional quality, dedication, and innovation of our Business faculty and staff,” said Dr. Vicki Karolewics, President of Wallace State Community College. “It reflects our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and to preparing students for success in a dynamic global economy. We are proud to continue offering programs that meet the highest standards in business education.”

The accreditation encompasses the Business Administration program, Business Management Program and the Business Education and Office Administration Program.

The Business Administration Program is a transfer option for students planning to seek a four-year degree in business related areas such as accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, supply chain management and advanced manufacturing management.

The Business Management program offers associate degree and certificate options in Banking and Finance, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Logistics Management and Office Management.

The Business Education and Office Administration Program offers associate degrees and certificates in Accounting, Administrative Assistant and Medical Administrative Assistant.

The ACBSP is a global organization that accredits business programs at all degree levels, from associate to doctoral. It focuses on teaching and learning outcomes, emphasizing the quality of instruction and student achievement in business education.

“The ACBSP’s emphasis on continuous improvement and stakeholder focus aligns perfectly with our vision at WSCC,” said Amanda Tillman, Program Chair. “I’m so proud that our Business Department has secured reaffirmation with ACBSP, further advancing the college’s mission under the leadership of Dr. Karolewics.”

The Wallace State Business program was first accredited in 2005. To earn accreditation, the program conducted a self-study and hosted a site visit with ACBSP representatives early this year. The program’s accreditation was reaffirmed with no notes or conditions. Faculty was recognized late last month at the ACBSP Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.

For more information about the Business programs, visit www.wallacestate.edu/business or contact Amanda Tillman at 256.352.8174 or amanda.tillman@wallacestate.edu.

Registration for the Fall 2025 semester is underway, with classes beginning Aug. 19 for regular and Mini Term I, Flex Start terms begin Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, and Mini Term II classes begin Oct. 16.

For more information, visit www.wallacestate.edu, call Lion Central at 256.352.8236 or come by the Hanceville or Oneonta campus centers. Current and incoming students may schedule an advising session with the Center for Student Success at www.wallacestate.edu/advising.

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About Wallace State

Wallace State Community College (Ala.), a member of the Alabama Community College System, is a comprehensive community college in north central Alabama offering more than 200 options in academic, health and technical programs of study leading to an associate degree, certificate or transfer, as well as workforce-credit training and adult education. An Achieving the Dream Leader College, nationally recognized by the Aspen Institute as a Rising Star for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, ranked by Southern Business and Development among the Top 3 institutions in the South for workforce development, named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing and the National Security Administration, rated the Top Online Community College in Alabama, a Military Friendly Institution and an All-Steinway School, Wallace State is an outstanding place for students to pursue their education and career goals. Classes are offered online and on campus, day, evening and on weekends, with numerous start dates each year. Visit Wallace State’s beautiful main campus located on 300-acres in Hanceville, Ala., our satellite location in downtown Oneonta, Ala., find us online at www.wallacestate.edu, or call 256.352.8000.