State University of New York at Oswego

The School of Business at SUNY Oswego imbibes the student-centric ethos of SUNY Oswego and has a strong vision of becoming the most industry-connected business school in the SUNY system. It is large enough to offer diverse course offerings, yet faculty can work individually with students; this makes it an ideal learning environment. Our programs are a blend of academic rigor, learning by doing, and industry immersion. Our undergraduate majors, such as Accounting, Finance, and Human Resource Management prepare students for professional certifications such as the CPA, CFA, and the SHRM-CP. The active engagement of student business organizations provides entrepreneurial and leadership opportunities. From its founding in 1861, Oswego has emphasized a hands-on approach to learning. The School of Business continues that tradition with student projects, collaborative work, internships, co-ops, and directed research. Student projects include managing a $350,000 investment portfolio, offering free-income tax assistance to low-income households, and organizing a business start-up competition. We have strong international collaborations including a student research conference that alternates between Oswego and Shanghai. These and other projects serve as a vehicle for making a positive impact on the community we serve. Oswego has successful alumni that are eager to assist current students. A recent virtual leadership talk featured Oswego alumni Robert E. Moritz, Global Chairman of PwC International, and attracted hundreds of student attendees. Oswego has embraced online learning technology and offers a broad array of online courses, including an option to complete the MBA entirely online. It was one of the first pilot campuses of the recent launch of “SUNY Online” by the SUNY system. Professional instructional designers assist faculty in optimizing the online learning environment. Our faculty members are recognized for excellence in their fields (e.g., Prof. Mary Rodgers was selected for a Harvard Business School research fellowship, Prof. Andrea Pagano was named in the 40 under 40 by the New York State Society of CPAs, etc., and 4 winners of the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence Scholarship and Creative Activities). Whether classes are taken online, at our lakeside campus, or at the Syracuse branch campus, students will find SUNY Oswego faculty dedicated to a learning-centered environment.