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Anderson Ligon - MBA
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| Office Hours: | Mondays, 9am - 12 noon & 2pm - 4pm, Cochran - Walker 305 Thursdays, 9am-12 noon, Macon - PSC 386 |
| Biography: | I started my college education at Southern Union State Junior College in Wadley, Alabama. After graduation, I transferred to Mobile College (now known as the University of Mobile) in Mobile, Alabama where I earned both my Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees. Before pursuing my MBA, I worked at Pepsi Cola in Mobile, Alabama as a salesman. Also, I taught business courses and coach basketball for eleven years at Alabama Southern before joining Middle Georgia College (now known as Middle Georgia State University) in 2005. This is my 20th year employed with Middle Georgia State University, and I recently transitioned from coaching to teaching full-time. Finally, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and experiencing other cultures and their culinary lifestyle. |
| Courses: | BUSA 1105 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS BUSA 2105 BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SMGT 4070 COACHING METHODOLOGY SMGT 4440 SPORTS OPERATIONS AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT |
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| Education: | MBA, UNIVERSITY OF MOBILE, 1994 BS, MOBILE COLLEGE, 1990 AS, SOUTHERN UNION STATE, 1987 |
| CV: | Anderson Ligon anderson.ligon@mga.edu 478-934-3142 (Office) Education: Master of Business Administration, MBA University of Mobile, 1994 Mobile, Alabama Bachelor of Science, BS Major: Business Management Minor: Computer Science Mobile College, 1990 Mobile, Alabama Associate of Science, AS Liberal Arts Southern Union State JC, 1987 Wadley, Alabama Experience: Post Tenure Review, Successful 2017 Associate Professor of Business Administration, 2011-Present Head Women’s Basketball Coach, 2005-2025 Middle Georgia State University Assistant Professor of Business Administration, 2005-2011 Head Women's Basketball Coach Middle Georgia College Head Men's and Women's Basketball Coach, 2004-2005 Alabama Southern CC Monroeville, Alabama TRIO Project Specialist: Student Support Services, Upward Bound and Educational Talent Search, 1999-2004 Head Men's Basketball Coach Retention, Graduation and Transfer Services Courses Taught: Small Business Management & Economics Alabama Southern CC TRIO Project Specialist: Student Support Services, Upward Bound and Educational Talent Search 1994-1999 Retention, Graduation and Transfer Services Alabama Southern CC Assistant Men's Basketball Coach, 1990-1994 University of Mobile Mobile, Alabama Teaching and Learning: Our experiences and backgrounds shape how we live, learn, and teach. As educators, it is crucial to recognize the diverse backgrounds of our students and adapt our teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles: visual (learning by seeing), auditory (learning by hearing), and kinesthetic (learning by doing). Students often benefit from a combination of these styles but may prefer one. Additionally, fostering problem-solving and critical thinking skills are essential for student development. While student achievement will vary, consciously addressing different learning styles is vital for improving student success, retention, and graduation rates. Professional Development: The Teaching Professor Conference 2023 by MAGNA This conference provided me with the opportunity to dive into effective online teaching practices to help improve student learning and outcomes. Courses Taught: AMGT 3200 Global and Human Resource Management BUSA 1105 Introduction to Business BUSA 2105 Communication in the Business Environment BUSA 3101 Business Ethics MGMT 3142 Principles of Management SMGT 4070 Coaching Methodology SMGT 4440 Sports Operation and Facility Management |
| Professional Experience: | I have over 30 years of experience in face-to-face and on-line teaching, classroom presentation, distance teaching and learning, developing workshops/curriculum and mentoring students both in the classroom as well as independent study courses. I also have experience with learning styles and career inventories. My teaching philosophy and pedagogy are grounded in the belief that education is deeply influenced by the unique experiences, life lessons, and backgrounds of educators and students. I recognize that students enter the classroom with diverse perspectives and learning needs, and I am committed to creating instructional approaches and accommodate these differences. Specifically, I emphasize the importance of addressing multiple learning styles-visual, auditory, reading/writing and kinesthetic-understanding that while students may have a dominant preference, they benefit from a combination of approaches. I also view problem-solving and critical thinking as essential components of the teaching and learning process. By challenging students to apply these skills, I help them develop the capacity to navigate complex issues both inside and outside the classroom. While student achievement naturally varies, I believe that intentional efforts to meet diverse learning needs are central to promoting academic success, increasing retention, and supporting graduation outcomes. |
| Awards and Honors: | FACULTY COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD, 2011-12 |
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