A. Gary Anderson
Graduate School of Management

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California Carries Hefty Share of U.S. Job Growth

California’s labor market continued to expand at a steady pace in latest numbers, with total nonfarm employment in the state growing by 138,100 positions in February.
By Victoria Pike Bond |
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Making History for a Better Future

When she was growing up, Victoria Guidry never heard much encouragement about going to college. And she didn’t learn anything in high school about financial literacy.
By Darin Estep |
Employment growth chart March 2022

Locally, More Jobs Now Than Lost During Pandemic

Inland Empire’s labor market exceeds pre-pandemic peak, per UCR business economic forecast—insights from one of the best business schools in California.
By Victoria Pike Bond | UCR News |
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Supporting Fellow Latinas in Business School

Stephanie Moya, UCR MBA student, blends academics, service, and advocacy for first-generation Mexican American women at one of the best business schools.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Angelina Chavez ’23

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going

Firsthand experience helping her mother run a business laid the foundation of Angelina Chavez's passion and drive in business.
By Elias Almarez-Herrera ’23 |
Lynette Lee ’22 portrait

Future Business Leaders Look Forward

Becoming a business leader takes discipline and determination.
By Elias Almarez-Herrera ’23 |
Poets & Quants UC Riverside School of Business MBA Class of 2023

Meet the UCR School of Business MBA Class of 2023

They’ve closed million dollar deals. Started companies. Spearheaded multi-national projects.
By Jeff Schmitt | Poets & Quants |
Poets & Quants UC Riverside School of Business MBA Class of 2023

Poets & Quants Q&A: Dean Wang, Assoc. Dean Zwick

There is a saying that UCR stands for “U Can Reach” — whether it is landing a job at a dream employer or transitioning to a different career. And the MBA program caters to the strivers who think big and work hard.
By Jeff Schmitt | Poets & Quants |
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Annual Benchmark Revision: California Numbers Up

EDD’s 2021 job growth revised up, reports UCR School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting—analysis from one of California’s best business schools.
By Victoria Pike Bond |
Maria Anguleova, Executive Fellow 2021

Take Risks Early in Your Career

Maria Anguelova ’03 made a bold move right at the beginning, when she decided to leave Bulgaria in pursuit of a strong education. She found it in the MBA program at UCR.
By Darin Estep |
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Planting Seeds of Educational Opportunity

UCR MBA students bond at Knott’s Berry Farm, sharing experiences and building lasting connections at one of California’s best business schools.
By Elias Almarez-Herrera ’23 |
MBA student Chiree Rice

A Mission to Help Small Businesses Grow

Meet UCR MBA student Chiree Rice—former transfer to UCR Business, ABLE program alum, and future leader at one of the nation’s best business schools.
David Cooper ’23 MBA

Taking Calculated Risks

Albert T. Cooper moved from Louisiana to South Los Angeles, and in 1965, he opened his own accounting firm, AT Cooper Enterprises, providing services to the immediate community.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
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‘What It Looks Like to Dream and Fly’

Hal McKinley ’19 began UCR MBA studies focused on finance, but his journey at one of the best business schools led him to a career in human resources.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Tyson Avery, Starbucks Ethics Officer

Find Work You Love and Make a Difference

For every student wondering how they are going to find their place in the world, Tyson Avery ’96 wants them to know they have a superpower available to them as they pursue their degrees.
By Darin Estep |
Brandy Taylor ’13, ’20 (MBA)

Journey to Wetzel’s Pretzels

When Brandy Taylor ’13, ’20 (MBA) headed back to college to earn a master’s degree, she was ready for a career change.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Angela Marcel-Gavin, UCR School of Business student

A World of Rocks Waiting to be Turned Over

Before graduating in management information systems, Angela Marcel-Gavin ’21 focused on career goals—now thriving from her UCR MBA at a best business school.
By Elias Almarez-Herrera ’23 |
Tim Siegel, Executive Fellow 2021-2022

Working Hard in Pursuit of an Idea

In 1998, Tim Siegel ’91 co-founded LS Capital, a fully integrated private equity firm, with a friend he had known since they played T-ball together.
By Darin Estep |
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Mass Customization Makes Fashion More Sustainable

The fashion industry overproduces, driving 10% of global emissions, wasting resources, and sending excess inventory to landfills or incineration.
By Holly Ober | UCR News |
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In New Economic Index, UCR is No. 18 Nationally

UCR ranks No. 18 nationally on the Economic Mobility Index, highlighting the UCR MBA and best business school’s role in driving economic growth.
By John Warren | UCR News |