University of California, Irvine

UC Irvine’s Paul Merage School of Business, as part of the prestigious University of California system, is a world-class research institution with an accomplished and highly acclaimed faculty renowned for their ability to inspire and equip leaders to leverage emerging technologies that will shape the future of business. As a core principle, inclusive excellence drives our innovation and transformation of the business landscape giving access to diverse individuals from all communities.

We offer three dynamic MBA programs, a Master of Professional Accountancy, Master of Finance, Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MS in Business Analytics, MS in Biotechnology Management, MS in Engineering Management, PhD, and undergraduate business degrees that focus on creative and critical thinking skills, strategic decision-making, leadership, innovation, and collaboration through in-class and on-site experiences with real-world business problems.

While the Merage School is relatively young (established in 1965), it has quickly grown to consistently rank among the top 5% of all AACSB-accredited programs through exceptional student recruitment, world-class faculty, a strong alumni network and close relationships with both individual business executives and global corporations. We combine the academic strengths, diversity and best traditions of the University of California with the cutting-edge, entrepreneurial spirit of Orange County in the heart of Southern California’s Tech Coast.