Online MBA Ranks Top 25 Overall in Poets & Quants 2025 Rankings in the US
National Poll Shows Generational Differences in Leadership Needs
School of Business Professors Among Most Influential Researchers Worldwide
The research of professors Sean Hannah, Stacie Petter, and Julie Wayne have earned them the recognition of being named among the top 1 percent of the most impactful researchers worldwide, according to a recent Stanford University study.
“The u…
WFU’s Matt Imboden Named 2025 Outstanding Administrator in Graduate & Professional Student Services
Roderick Lewis Champions Social Sustainability at Supplier Sustainability Summit
Roderick Lewis, Executive Director of Global Inclusion & Community Impact at Wake Forest University School of Business, recently represented WFUSB as a panelist at Reynolds American’s Supplier Sustainability Summit. The event, held at the Rey…
AACSB Insights: All In on AI?
Last year, Wake Forest University School of Business decided to survey its students about their use of AI in the classroom. “A significant contributor we hadn’t considered was peer judgment,” says Shannon McKeen, Executive Director of the School’…
Wake Forest Undergraduate Business Program Earns Top 20 National Ranking
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Explore our undergraduate and graduate business programs, where students from widely diverse backgrounds and interests learn to use business to make a difference.
Undergraduate Programs
Nationally-ranked Bachelor of Science degree programs in Accountancy, Business and Enterprise Management, Finance and Decision Analytics.
Master of Business Administration
Offered in Winston-Salem and Charlotte across three program formats, the #1 part-time MBA program in North Carolina is designed specifically for working professionals.
Master of Science in Accounting
Open to any major, kickstart your accounting career with world-class faculty, premier internship opportunities and unmatched CPA pass rate success.
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Explore advanced methodologies for taking data from insight to impact across a range of functions, including finance, marketing, operations and human resources.
Master of Science in Management
A 10-month, STEM certified/OPT eligible program designed specifically for non-business majors and business minors who want to excel in today’s marketplace.
Pathways with Business
Explore how you can amplify any major with our diverse array of business program options.
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We create a vibrant culture of inquiry, embracing interdisciplinary and discipline-based research and providing thought leadership to address business and organizational issues and key societal challenges.
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Research
Explore a few of the groundbreaking ways our faculty uses research to address business and organizational issues and key societal challenges.
Journal of Medical Internet Research
Journal of Medical Internet Research
Harvard Business Review
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Journal of Business Research
Journal of Business Research
Research Policy
Research Policy
Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting
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Business & Professional Ethics Journal
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Paul Griggs (’96)
MSA, Class of ’97
Ashley Wilcox (Director of Sustainability Initiatives)
Isra Al Hashimi (B.S., Business and Enterprise Management, MSBA)
School of Business News
Walmart Shoppers Come More Often Than Target’s — and Stay Longer
(Quartz)
Are You a Sucker for ‘Free Gift With Purchase’?
(HuffPost)
‘Jekyll and Hyde Leadership’ Can Hurt Performance. Here’s How to Fix It
(Inc.)
Upcoming Events
Join the School of Business for a broad assortment of events and happenings that advance the practice of business.
PwC Fireside Chat: Paul Griggs US Senior Partner & John Currie WFU Athletic Director
PwC is excited to invite you to an exclusive fireside chat featuring two distinguished leaders: Paul Griggs: A Wake Forest alumnus and Senior Partner at PwC US, Paul brings extensive experience in corporate leadership and innovation. John Currie: Serving as Wake Forest’s Athletic Director, John offers a unique perspective on leadership within collegiate athletics. In this dynamic conversation, they will delve into: Leadership Strategies: Learn how to lead effectively in both corporate and athletic settings.Innovative Adaptation: Discover the role of innovation in navigating and embracing change in today’s fast-paced world.By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical advice to excel in your personal and professional life. Register to attend on Tuesday, April 1 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm in Farrell Hall, Broyhill Auditorium. We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
Executive Education – Leading Effective Change
To stay relevant, teams and organizations must continuously change and adapt to their ever evolving internal and external environments. This makes it imperative leaders understand and possess the skills to effectively lead change. Furthermore, it is also important that leaders know how to shape a learning culture to facilitate continuous adaptation and improvement. Leaders who can effectively lead change gain a competitive advantage for their teams and organizations. This 1-day program will provide the participant with the knowledge and tools to effectively plan and lead change and to shape a learning culture in their organization. Participants are encouraged to bring information (or challenge) regarding an on-going or future change effort in their teams or organizations. Participants can immediately apply the tools from this workshop to enhance change management efforts. Deadline to register: March 26, 2024
Wakeville 2025
Wakeville is an interdisciplinary festival celebrating sustainability and the arts. The event will bring together students, faculty, and organizations across campus for a day honoring the liberal arts. https://wakethearts.wfu.edu/wakeville-2025/
Maya Angelou Garden Party 2025
The Maya Angelou Garden Party is an annual event hosted in Bailey Park to honor Dr. Maya Angelou by celebrating community, storytelling, and art. Hosted by the Wake Downtown Student Ambassadors in partnership with Wake Downtown and ZSR Library each year, this event is free and open to the Wake Forest and broader Winston-Salem community. It includes poetry reading and spoken word performances on display to honor Dr. Angelous literary legacy. Food, music, and lawn games are also part of the celebration. This year’s event will include a new addition, with a hands-on art activity. Click here to see photos and content from previous years. Use this sign up form to reserve a few minutes to read poetry (whether original or that of a favorite artist), to share a story, or to perform spoken art. Sign up ASAP to guarantee your spot!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7pjIVmsczeEsYT54x80SRVPH5ixo0BonQ9u5_DWtOKshX_A/viewform?usp=dialog
Hylton Lecture: Kim McCaslin (’93)
The Hylton Lecture Series in Accountancy was established in 1980 to honor Delmar P. Hylton, who started Wake Forests accountancy program in 1949 and helped build it into one of the top accounting programs in the nation. This year’s Hylton lecture will be presented by Kimberly McCaslin (’93), Partner and Head of the North America Portfolio Group at Bain Capital. Kim McCaslin joined Bain Capital in 2006. She is a Partner and Head of the North American Private Equity Portfolio Group. Prior to joining Bain Capital, Kim was a Vice President of M&A and Corporate Development for Capital One Financial. Before that, she was a Principal at Mercer Management Consulting, where she advised companies across a variety of industries. Kim started her career at Accenture, focusing primarily on business process redesign and financial systems development.
Champions of Change Campus Sustainability Awards
Each year, the Office of Sustainability recognizes campus change agents who work as Champions of Change to create a more adaptable and resilient Wake Forest community. The Champions of Change are honored at our annual Campus Sustainability Awards Ceremony during our campus-wide Earth Month. The 12th annual Champions of Change award winners will be announced by Michele Gillespie and Jackie Travisano on April 30 in the Green Room of Reynolda Hall; please, join us for the announcement and open reception! All Wake Forest students, faculty, and staff are welcome and invited to celebrate this years award winners and nominees. **This event is part of Wake Forest Universitys annual Earth Month celebration. Learn more about the month of festivities at https://sustainability.wfu.edu/earth-month/
Explore Further
Considering a business program to strengthen your career prospects? Interested in the world-class research being done by our faculty? Or just want to speak with someone to learn more about the School of Business? Here are a few more areas to explore.
