Under his guidance, the school started the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, which was accredited by the AACSB in 1976. Dr. Bearden also helped to establish the BB&T Center for Leadership Development after BB&T donated over $3 million to the College.
Under his leadership, the school initiated the MBA program, which received accreditation from the AACSB in 1976. Dr. Bearden also played a key role in establishing the BB&T Center for Leadership Development following a generous donation of over $3 million by BB&T to the College.