Founded in 1941, the UConn School of Business has evolved into one of the most comprehensive business schools in the nation, offering academic programs at the bachelors, masters, doctorate and advanced certificate levels, in four Connecticut locations – Storrs, Hartford, Stamford and Waterbury. The School of Business has established a strong reputation for high quality research, teaching, collaboration and outreach, spanning a wide array of functional disciplines including Accounting, Finance, Management & Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and Operations and Information Management.
Vision
To be a leading public business school recognized for research excellence, student success, industry engagement, innovation, and measurable impact on Connecticut, the region, and the global business community.
Our Mission
The UConn School of Business develops ethical, analytical, and innovative leaders; advances impactful scholarships; and partners with industry, alumni, and communities to create economic and societal value.
Strategic Plan 2026-31
Summary Strategic Statement
Over the next five years (2026-31), the UConn School of Business will adapt proactively to the new university budget model, embrace AI as a competitive and educational imperative, invest our first available resources in innovative and expanded experiential learning, and build the deep industry and institutional partnerships needed for long-term growth and impact. By doing so, we will strengthen our financial foundation, graduate AI-ready critical thinkers, deliver distinctive learning experiences, and make a lasting contribution to Connecticut’s economic vitality, all in service of our public mission. We will amplify our successes to improve our reputation and expand our opportunities for impact.
Strategic Identity
The School will distinguish itself as a public business school that combines:
- Research excellence and intellectual leadership
- Career-focused and experiential business education
- Strong employer, alumni, and community partnerships
- Innovation in analytics, AI, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility
Strategic Framework
The School will focus on five Strategic Priorities:
- Adapt to the New University Budget Model
- Embrace AI
- Innovate and Expand Experiential Learning
- Partner for Strategic Growth and Long-Term Impact
- Celebrate Excellence to Strengthen Reputation and Rankings
These will be measured against the four over-arching Outcome Areas identified by the community:
- Financial Sustainability
- Reputation
- Stakeholder Experience
- Stakeholder Impact
Read the full Strategic Plan 2026-31
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Accreditation & Rankings
The UConn School of Business has been continuously accredited by AACSB International – the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – since 1958, meeting or exceeding established standards for business schools internationally for decades. AACSB International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. The School ranks in the top 5 percent of business schools and is widely considered one of the best in the Northeast as evidenced in frequent rankings by U.S. News & World Report, Bloomberg Businessweek, Forbes, The Princeton Review, and more.
