Programs

Management students are provided with the tools to manage organizational resources, effectively develop and lead people, and identify, diagnose, and solve organizational problems and challenges. Similarly, Human Resource Management students are equipped with the skills to manage human resources, strategize talent acquisition and retention, and understand employment laws and regulations. International Business students explore the complexities of operating in diverse cultural, economic, and regulatory environments, gaining insight into global strategy and cross-border collaboration. Entrepreneurship students learn to identify opportunities, assess risk, and apply creative solutions to build value in both new ventures and existing organizations. Discover more about our programs and see why we’re ranked among the best.

Management Concentration

This program prepares students for successful and innovative careers in diverse organizations. Students learn the fundamentals of management, leadership, and organizational behavior through a variety of courses and experiential learning opportunities.

Human Resource Management Concentration

This program qualifies graduates for positions in private sector, non-profit and public sector organizations. Students develop strategic talent acquisition and retention plans, understand employment laws and regulations, and manage human resources effectively.

International Business Concentration

This program prepares students for professional and administrative positions with organizations engaged in conducting, regulating or monitoring global business operations across national borders.

Entrepreneurship Concentration

This program is designed to prepare students for starting their careers with an international perspective. We focus on creating innovative thinkers, and those who want to start new businesses and become entrepreneurs.

Honors Program

This program offers a unique learning opportunity combining rigor with practical experience. Students work with a team of highly motivated students on a challenge proposed by a nonprofit organization.

Thompson Global Internship Program

The Thompson Global Internship Program is a unique opportunity for business students to live abroad while completing a project for Crown Worldwide Group, a renowned international organization with operations in many sectors and locations.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification

By becoming SHRM certified, you prove your knowledge, competency and value to colleagues and to employers looking for a competitive edge in today's global economy.

Real Estate Certificate

This certificate prepares students who are interested in understanding the business of real estate and its pivotal role in the economy, focusing on the principles of real estate, real estate law, real estate finance, and management.

Business Law Certificate

This certificate focuses on core topics in which every manager should have competence: legal environment of business, labor law, real estate law, and the intersection of law, technology, and policy.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate

This 9-unit (3 course) program offers hands-on training in innovation & entrepreneurship with low barriers to entry.

Undergraduate and Graduate Course List

Explore the wide range of courses offered by our school across from the Lucas Collge and Graduate School of Business in our concentrations.

Rankings

Western Regional Rankings

#1
Best Value among Public Universities

#3
Best Colleges for Veterans

#3
Most Innovative School

#3
Top Public Schools

#3
Campus Ethnic Diversity among Public Universities

#7
Top Performers for Social Mobility

National Rankings

#1
Public University for Accounting Salaries for Graduates

#2
Public University for Marketing Salaries for Graduates

#4
Public University for Data Science Salaries for Graduates

#19
Public University in California

National Rankings

#1 Most Transformative University

4.5 / 5 stars for Best Colleges

Listed in Best Public Colleges

Listed in Best Colleges in the West

Listed in Best Colleges with High Acceptance Rates