The global business landscape is rapidly changing due to various factors, including the pandemic, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and the climate crisis. These changes have influenced how we work, what we do, and how our work impacts the world around us. In response to these challenges, business schools are also evolving to meet the demands of the new era.
One example of this is Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Business, which has recently introduced a new undergraduate program focused on creating leaders for issues like the energy transition. Similarly, Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business has a new dean with a strong vision, has introduced a minor in FinTech, and is incorporating AI into its curriculum. The Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota has also revamped its curriculum to focus on People & Planet, Data & Decisions, and Foundations & Impact.
These are just a few examples of how business schools across the country are adapting to the changing economy. In this compilation of the 10 business schools to watch, we highlight institutions that are innovating, differentiating themselves, and preparing future business leaders for the challenges and opportunities ahead. From established institutions to emerging schools, these 10 schools are poised to thrive in the face of new challenges.
Whether they are large and well-known or ambitious and overlooked, these schools are at the forefront of business education. As we look ahead to 2024, these institutions have caught our attention for their forward momentum and ability to adapt to the changing business landscape. Click through each to learn more about why they are ones to watch.
