Tennessee

Memphis Campus

901-363-9046

2576 Thousand Oaks Cove, Memphis, TN 38118

National College of Business and Technology's Memphis campus is located in southeast Memphis in an area known for a solid business climate and supported by a diverse list of companies, enabling our graduates to explore career opportunities in a wide range of businesses. Conveniently located just off I-240 and Perkins Road (exit 18), the campus has helped working adults in the Memphis, North Mississippi and East Arkansas area achieve their education goals since 2005 and continues to build on its reputation with local employers for its graduates. The new 30,000 square foot campus includes fifteen classrooms, four computer labs, a medical lab and a surgical technology suite.

National College of Business and Technology has helped working adults in the Memphis area achieve their education goals since 2005 and continues to build on its reputation with local employers for its skilled graduates.

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Map & Directions for Memphis, TN Campus

901-363-9046 • 2576 Thousand Oaks Cove, Memphis, TN 38118

Directions:

From West on Interstate 240
1. Take Exit 18 (Perkins Road) and Turn right onto S Perkins Rd.
2. Take the 1st left onto Showcase Blvd
3. Turn left onto Thousand Oaks Blvd - Campus will be on the right

From East on Interstate 240
1. Take Exit 18 (Perkins Road) and Turn left onto S Perkins Rd
2. Turn left onto Showcase Blvd
3. Turn left onto Thousand Oaks Blvd - Campus will be on the right

More Campus News:

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Patrenna Singletary—Difference Maker at the Memphis Campus

Patrenna Singletary, chair of the business programs at the Memphis Campus, is a National College difference maker.

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Former Student Named ‘Employer of the Quarter’

As a student in the business administration–management program at the Memphis Campus, Larrian Currie started a business called Diamond Home Healthcare.

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Industry-leading Professional Faculty

The key to our success is a faculty of industry-leading professionals. Drawing on personal insights, our instructors provide students with a real-world perspective to prepare them for success in well-defined fields of employment.

At National College we emphasize individual attention for our students, from enrollment to graduation with frequent and helpful faculty interaction every step of the way. Our class sizes are smaller, with an average of 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio, allowing for one-on-one interaction with instructors.

12 faculty listed below

Our Faculty at a Glance

	Beverly Anderson Instructor BA, MBA Beverly H. Anderson has operated her own freelance bookkeeping service since 1996, providing general bookkeeping and payroll services to small businesses. In 2008, she founded the Home-Based Business Chamber of Commerce where she serves as the national president. Beverly serves as a small business consultant, speaker, and volunteer small business mentor. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English/Secondary Education with a minor in Office Administration, a Master of Business Administration degree in Organizational Management specializing in Human Resources, and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Management and Organizational Leadership from the University of Phoenix. Beverly's professional associations include being a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, National Association of Female Executives, former member of the Cambridge Who's Who Among Professional Executives, and a certified Non-Profit Professional. Her awards include April Community Partner in Memphis presented by Networking In Memphis and SBA's 2012 Home-based Business Champion of the Year. She is an instructor at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis and Bartlett Campuses.
	Carolyn Bowman Instructor ASN Carolyn Bowman has been working in the healthcare field for 18 years. After a career in nursing, she became an instructor. Carolyn has an associate degree in nursing from Northwest Mississippi Community College. She teaches Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Invasive and Non-Invasive Clinical Procedures, and Introduction to Pharmacology courses at the Memphis Campus.
	Albirdia Brown Instructor BS, AA Albirdia Brown has worked in the medical field for nearly 20 years and is presently a Data Entry/Payroll Clerk at a national home health agency. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Rust College, an associate degree in Health Information Technology from National College of Business & Technology, a certification in AMA/MBC from Ittawamba Community College, and is pursuing graduate school through the University of Chicago. Albirdia is an instructor of medical terminology and medical office finance courses at the Memphis Campus.
	Stan Burton Instructor BS, MBA Stan Burton has served in variety of positions within the corporate and military fields,including Strategic Finance Manager, Master Claims Representative, Training Instructor-Writer, Recruiter, and he is currently a Senior Financial Analyst for a Fortune 500 company. Stan received his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance from Union University and his Master of Business Administration degree from Webster University. He is also a Retired Sgt First Class Army Reservist with more than 20 years of military service. His professional affiliations include City of Bartlett Industrial Development Board, Memphis City Charter School Board member,and Employee Relief Fund Board member for International Paper Company . Stan is an instructor at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis and Bartlett Campuses.
	Brandy Flynn Department Chair - General Education B.S., M.S. Brandy Flynn has worked in the mental health field for close to ten years and is presently working in her own private practice as a mental health counselor. She is a graduate of Jackson State University, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science degree in Guidance & Counseling. Brandy has done post-graduate studies in Women's and Gender Studies at the University of Memphis, where she will gain a certificate. She is presently working on her doctorate in the mental health field. Brandy is an instructor of courses in psychology, ethics, and English at the National College of Business & Technology Bartlett Campus, as well as the Memphis Campus, where she also serves as Department Chair for General Education and is the advisor for the Student Activities Council.
	Tameral Johnson Instructor BS; MS; Graduate Certification in Higher Education Tameral Johnson is a certified grade 7-12 science teacher with over 6 years of teaching experience in this setting. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Education, with graduate certification in higher education. Tameral also has several years of experience teaching college-level math and science courses. She is currently an instructor at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis Campus.
	Lisa Phillips Instructor AAS Lisa Phillips holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Assisting and has worked in the medical profession for 15 years. She is currently enrolled in Union University pursuing a degree in Nursing. Lisa is an instructor of medical assisting courses at the Memphis Campus.
	Thomas Powell Department Chair - Computer Applications Technology BBA-MIS, EMT, Project Management in IT certification Tom Powell is a highly diversified executive with over 25 years of vast practical experience and proven results in general, technical, and functional leadership. He has diverse experience in corporate-level policy formulation, business development, program execution, fiscal management and decision-making and is a recognized expert in information technology. Tom is currently working as the IT Manager for Shelby County Government Aging Commission and serves as the Information Security and Privacy Officer. In parallel with his professional career, Tom has built an impressive record of achievement and advancement through a series of progressively responsible positions on Tennessee Task Force One, an Urban Search and Rescue Team under the control of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security, where he is currently serving as Plans Manager/TIS. In this role, Tom has actively served during a variety of events and national emergencies, including 9/11 Pentagon, Salt Lake Olympics, and Hurricanes Francis, Ivan, Dennis, Katrina, Wilma, Ernesto, Gustav, Hanna, and Ike. Tom is an instructor at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis Campus, where he also serves as department chair of the computer applications technology program. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in management information systems from the University of Memphis, Emergency Medical Technician certification through Southwest Tennessee Community College, Project Management certification in IT through Kaplan University, and is currently pursuing an Executive Master of Business Administration degree through the University of Memphis.
	Patrenna Singletary Department Chair - Business Management BS Patrenna Singletary Hancock has served in a variety of positions within corporate America for several Fortune 500 companies. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from Crichton College and is licensed in several states in Life and Health Insurance. Patrenna is the President of The Singletary Network, Managing Consultant for Singletary Investment Consultants, Nashville Regional Chapter Leader for Business Over Coffee, Radio Talk Show Host for Business Over Coffee Nashville, Editor in Chief for Singletary the Magazine, and Editor for Just My Nashville Magazine. Patrenna has received numerous awards, including: 2012 Educator of Distinction from the Tennessee Association of Independent Colleges and Schools, National College Distinguished Teaching Award for the Tennessee and Indiana Division for 2012, and National College Outstanding College Member for the Memphis Campus three times. She was also nominated for the 2012 Board of Directors of the Memphis World Trade Club. Patrenna teaches business management courses and is the Department Chair over Management, Accounting, and Logistics/Supply Chain Management at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis Campus.
	James Skelton Instructor BS James A. Skelton has worked in pharmacy for more than 40 years. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from the University of Tennessee and has worked in many pharmacy practice settings as a staff pharmacist, pharmacy manager, and director of pharmacy. James is an instructor at the Memphis Campus, where he has taught courses in Chemistry, Math, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Practice, Dosage and Calculations, and Certification Review.
	Dawna Snipes Instructor JD, MPA, BBA, AAS Dawna Snipes is an instructor at the National College of Business & Technology Memphis Campus, where she teaches Practical Law and Sales and Contract Law courses. She received a Juris Doctor (JD) from Thomas M. Cooley Law School located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the University of Memphis, a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from The University of Memphis, and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from Southwest Tennessee Community College, located in Memphis, TN. Dawna has experience working at the Kent County Prosecutor's Office in Grand Rapids, MI, prosecuting juvenile delinquent matters and has provided advisory civil legal services to the Kent County Office of Corporate Counsel in the Public Sector Law Clinic located in Grand Rapids, MI. She has maintained a professional role in the criminal, civil, and juvenile court systems in her careers as a Court Liaison, Order of Reference Administrator, Probation Officer, and Paralegal in Memphis, Tennessee. Dawna is currently a member of the American Bar Association.
	Daphne Willis Instructor BBA, BS, MS, RHIA, CPHQ, CQIA Daphne Willis has more than fifteen years of experience in Healthcare Quality Management, Joint Commission accreditation readiness and preparation, clinical data management, statistical quality tools application, and performance improvement team facilitation. She holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Arkansas State University, a bachelor's degree in Health Information Management from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a master's degree in Healthcare Services Administration from Central Michigan University. She is a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) by the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ), a Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) by the American Society for Quality (ASQ), a Certified Six Sigma Green Belt through the University Medical Center Alliance- Methodist Healthcare, and a former Lead Quality Examiner for the Greater Memphis Association for Quality (GMAQ).