About the College

Why choose the College of Business and Economics?

The College of Business and Economics offers:

• World-class academic programs approved by AACSB International
• An average class size of 30 that allows for greater interaction with professors and classmates
• Certifications for software skills in high demand, such as Microsoft Excel, built into courses
• Abundant experiential learning opportunities like case competitions, service learning projects and internships to sharpen your knowledge and skills and enhance your résumé
• The opportunity to work with industry-leading technology from Bloomberg, SAP, Microsoft and more
• Personalized academic and career advising
• Networking and professional development opportunities through college events and student organizations
• Scholarship awards based on need and merit

FAST FACT

Within six months of graduating, 96% of our 2024 graduates were employed or enrolled in graduate school.

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Educational Philosophy

We believe that it's not enough to teach theory in the classroom. It's critical for students to learn and grow by applying their skills and knowledge while they're still in school. That is why all accounting, business administration and business systems and processes majors complete at least one internship before graduating in the one-of-a-kind Professional Experience course. 

Applied learning is woven throughout our programs and courses, such as the capstone Strategic Management class, in which all students tackle a case provided by a real company in the Capstone Competition.

Transforming Students into Professionals

With this hands-on approach to learning, CBE prepares graduates for success in their professional careers as defined by our Profile of a Graduate, which outlines the key knowledge, skills and attitudes our programs promise to deliver.

Vision & Mission

Vision Statement

To be nationally recognized for advancing business education and research, empowering students to drive sustainable economic growth and societal well-being in Maryland and beyond.

Mission Statement

We empower students to become impactful business professionals through transformative learning experiences led by dedicated faculty and staff, strengthened by deep connections with business and community partners and enriched by research that drives economic and societal progress in Maryland and beyond. 

Core Values

We embrace a culture of striving for innovation, integrity, inclusion, collaboration and excellence.

Strategic Plan

Read the College of Business and Economics' Strategic Plan 2025-2030 (PDF) to learn how we transform students into business professionals.