Build a Career in Business That Makes an Impact
At Asbury University, the Dayton School of Business equips students to lead, innovate, and solve real-world business challenges through hands-on learning and Christ-centered principles. You’ll gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and graduate prepared to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace.
Asbury’s Dayton School of Business offers:
Find your place to learn, create, and lead.
A complete education that equips you for every path ahead.
Dayton School of Business
(859) 858-3511, x 2132
dsb@asbury.edu
Undergraduate students in the Dayton School of Business have the opportunity to apply to Asbury’s +Grad MBA program and +Grad MSAC in Accounting. This allows students to earn an accelerated master’s degree with significant time and cost savings. Learn more about +Grad Programs at Asbury.
The Dayton School of Business at Asbury University is rooted in a commitment to ethical leadership, stewardship, and innovation. Inspired by the legacy of Howard Dayton, the program integrates biblical principles with business education, preparing students to lead with integrity.
Through a blend of academic rigor and practical application, students develop the skills needed to succeed in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial environments.
Howard Dayton’s journey from a successful career in restaurant and real estate to founding Crown Financial Ministries reflects his transformation through biblical financial principles. After a business partner challenged him to study the Bible’s teachings on money, Howard’s life was profoundly changed, leading him to share these principles through books, radio programs, and small group studies.
In 1985, he founded Crown Ministries, which merged with Larry Burkett’s Christian Financial Concepts, becoming the world’s largest financial ministry. In 2009, he founded Compass—Finances God’s Way, focusing on teaching God’s financial principles. Howard has impacted millions through his dedication to financial discipleship. Asbury University honored his legacy by naming the Dayton School of Business after him in 2014.
Develop Skills That Set You Apart in Today’s Marketplace
Asbury’s Dayton School of Business prepares you for more than a job. It prepares you for purpose-driven leadership. Through hands-on experiences, internships, and faculty mentorship, you’ll learn how to apply business principles in real-world settings.
With opportunities like the Center for Professional Selling, national competitions, and industry partnerships, you’ll graduate with the confidence and experience employers are looking for!
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Hands-On, Real-World Learning
From sales competitions to finance labs with real-time data, students gain practical experience that prepares them for today’s business environment.
Faith-Integrated Business Education
Courses emphasize the “triple bottom line”—profit, people, and purpose—equipping you to lead ethically in any industry.
Accelerated Graduate Pathways
Through +Grad programs, students can begin an MBA or master’s degree while completing their undergraduate studies, saving time and money.
Strong Industry Connections & Mentorship
Advisory councils, faculty mentors, and industry partnerships connect students with professionals and real career opportunities.
So rare a find it is to have a student body so immersed in the Lord and what he desires for their future. Their curiosity is evident, their passion is clear, and their love for each other, their school, and Jesus Christ could not be more obvious."
During my time at Asbury, I developed a clear understanding that faith should be lived out in every aspect of life, including in the marketplace. God used my experience there to reaffirm my calling to use my career in business as a platform to shine Christ’s light and lead with integrity, excellence, and purpose."
Asbury has been a place of immense spiritual and personal growth. I am so grateful for the community that pushed me to excel both in and out of the classroom. Asbury has taught me the importance of integrity and purpose-driven leadership, along with challenging me to pursue ventures outside my comfort zone. I want to thank the professors, mentors, friends, and family who supported me throughout this accelerated journey."
During my time at Asbury University, I gained valuable knowledge not only in the classroom but beyond it. The sense of community there is truly unmatched. I’m excited to apply what I’ve learned at Asbury University's Howard and Beverly Dayton School of Business to the professional world. While I’m grateful to have graduated, I’m even more thankful for the growth, relationships, and experiences that came with those years."
Through the guidance of the Asbury University's Howard and Beverly Dayton School of Business, I learned key business concepts and valuable life lessons that I will carry with me into both my career and personal life. Asbury is a place where I grew academically, professionally, and spiritually- and where I built friendships that will last a lifetime. I’m grateful for a community that challenged me, supported me, and shaped me into who I am today."
The Walt & Rowena Shaw Collaborative Learning Center provides incredible hands-on learning and skill building opportunities for business students. Students have access to trading rooms with real-time stock market data, mock office suites and the Center for Professional Selling.
The Dayton School of Business is pleased to introduce its new Advisory Council, established to strengthen connections between Asbury University and the broader business community. Council members, leaders who share our commitment to Christ-centered values, stewardship, and social responsibility, will provide insight to support innovation, academic excellence, and professional development. Their guidance will help ensure DSB remains a vibrant leader in faith-informed business education.
Graduates of the Dayton School of Business are equipped for success across industries.
Common Outcomes:
With strong preparation and industry-relevant skills, graduates are ready to thrive in today’s global marketplace.
See how Asbury alumni are living out their calling and making a meaningful impact in the world.
Alesha Graves, D.B.A., CPA leads the Dayton School of Business with a vision for integrating faith, creativity, and academic excellence.
“My favorite thing about the Dayton School of Business is that it is situated inside of a faith-based, liberal arts university. The students receive the technical education required for business disciplines, along with the integration of faith and components of the liberal arts.”
Learn from faculty who are both experienced professionals and dedicated mentors, committed to helping you grow academically, professionally, and spiritually. Their real-world experience ensures you graduate career-ready.
At Asbury, students are equipped to thrive in college and beyond. From academic opportunity to career outcomes, the numbers tell a story of growth, support, and success.
99% of Asbury graduates are working, in graduate school, fellowships, or internships within six months of graduation. National average: ~86% (NACE).
86.1% of first-time, full-time freshmen return for their second year at Asbury. National average: 69.5% (National Student Clearinghouse).
100% of Asbury students receive financial aid or scholarships. Every traditional undergraduate student receives support to help make an Asbury education more affordable.
Asbury offers 120+ areas of study across a wide range of disciplines. Students can explore their interests while preparing for their calling and career.
Yes! An Asbury education is an investment in your faith and future, who you are becoming.Students leave Asbury prepared not only for their careers, but for lives of purpose and leadership,. With strong outcomes, meaningful relationships, and a Christ-centered foundation, AU graduates are equipped to make a lasting impact wherever they’re called.
With generous scholarships and flexible payment options, Asbury partners with families to make this transformational experience accessible and affordable. We are here to help you in this process.
Your admissions counselor is here to guide you through every step, from applying to understanding financial aid and preparing for campus life.
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