Simon Business School: Excellence through innovation and research

Adopting a management science approach based on analytics and economics 

When it comes to choosing the right business school, Simon Business School at the University of Rochester stands out as a beacon of innovation, research and community. Established 70 years ago, the academic institution has consistently evolved to meet the changing demands of the business world, offering MBAs and specialized master’s and doctoral degree programs designed to equip students with foundational and advanced skills.

“We don’t teach students what they would do day to day but how to analyze data to understand how markets work, design strategies and solve problems,” says Sevin Yeltekin, dean and frontier professor of business administration at Simon Business School at the University of Rochester. “We teach them foundational knowledge and skills that are timeless and position- and industry-agnostic so they can carry and apply them wherever they go.”

Simon Business School caters to a wide range of educational needs. The school offers a full-time MBA program for those seeking an immersive experience. For working professionals, there are part-time options, including executive and professional MBA programs. Simon Business School also provides specialized master’s degrees, including finance, medical management, marketing analytics, business analytics, AI in business and accountancy, and an online MS program in business analytics and applied AI. With this diverse array of programs, Simon Business School ensures there is an educational path for everyone, regardless of their specific career goals or interests.

One key factor that sets the school apart is its strong emphasis on research. With 75 full-time and 25 part-time faculty members, most of whom are research-based, the school ensures that students learn from experts at the forefront of their fields.

Simon Business School constantly refreshes courses to incorporate the latest advancements, including AI. It was also the first business school to designate its entire MBA program as STEM, setting a trend that many other top schools have followed.

Beyond academics, Simon Business School emphasizes experiential learning, with students engaging in internships, immersions and real-world projects that bridge the gap between theory and practice. The school’s supportive and tight-knit community fosters strong professional networks and lifelong friendships, enhancing students’ educational and personal experiences.

Located in beautiful and affordable Upstate New York, Simon Business School offers an exceptional quality of life, making it an ideal place to live and study. This vibrant environment, coupled with the school’s rigorous and forward-thinking education, makes it a top choice for aspiring business leaders.

“Come and learn at a school that is innovative and research-based, nimble, community-centered and highly customized to your needs,” says Yeltekin. “We want to be top of mind for academically curious and professionally ambitious people.”

Learn more about Simon Business School at simon.rochester.edu.