A. Gary Anderson
Graduate School of Management

Blue plastic shopping bags

Plastic Bag Bans Have Lingering Impacts, Even After Repeals

Regulations imposed to protect the environment may continue to have impacts even after they are repealed. And those lingering impacts include some that run contrary to the goals of the policies.
By David Danelski (david.danelski@ucr.edu) | UCR News |
New Business Building Exterior

Open for Business

UCR MBA students gain a home in the new state-of-the-art School of Business building—highlighting our status as one of the best business schools.
Woman gets splashed with water

Mind Over Market

Thomas Kramer, UCR MBA professor and associate dean, studies behavioral psychology and marketing at one of California’s best business schools.
By David Danelski | UCR Magazine |
WACSB 2024 Group

UCR Business Hosts 2024 WACSB Deans Conference

More than 60 deans, associate deans, and industry partners came to Riverside, Calif. for the 2024 Western Association of Collegiate Schools of Business (WACSB) Deans Conference in October.
The China Program 2024 - Opening Ceremony at Shaghai Ocean University

On the Ground in China

In July 2024, 13 UCR MBA students visited Shanghai Ocean University for immersive business learning in China—showcasing a best business school experience.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Executive Fellow Jeff Paul ’92

Executive Fellow Jeff Paul ’92 Is Back on Campus

Executive Fellow Jeff Paul ’92 returns to campus to mentor UCR MBA students—through lectures and roundtables—continuing excellence at one of the best business schools.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Fist bump artwork by Robert Almanzar/UCR

Manliness Concerns Impede Forgiveness of Coworkers

UCR research finds men concerned with appearing masculine are less likely to forgive co-workers, seeing forgiveness as a feminine trait.
By David Danelski (david.danelski@ucr.edu) | UCR News |
Ribbon Cutting in front of the new School of Business Building

School of Business Celebrates New Building

UCR School of Business celebrates its new state-of-the-art building with community, faculty, and alumni supporters.
By Imran Ghori | Inside UCR |
New School of Business building with students on front terrace

School of Business Opens New Building

UCR MBA students get a home-base in the new UCR School of Business building—modern classrooms, auditorium, café, and lounge at one of the best business schools.
By Imran Ghori | Inside UCR |
UCR Campus at Night

Back on Top: U.S. News Names UCR No. 1 for Social Mobility

UC Riverside has again been named the No. 1 university in the nation for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report.
By John D Warren | UCR News |
Jordie Katcher, alumna and Nike Executive

Finding Her Footing

Following clothing trends has been a lifelong passion for UCR Business alumna Jordie Katcher — one that led to her becoming vice president of Women’s Global Sport Apparel at Nike.
By J.D. Mathes |
Kane Polakoff

This Is How You Do It: Journey to the Top of the Firm

Kane Polakoff, UCR alumnus, built a global consulting career—leveraging networks, mentoring, and UCR MBA values from one of the best business schools.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Professor Raj Singh headshot

Professor Raj Singh Establishes Endowed Scholarship

Remembering his own financial struggles in college, Professor Raj Singh helps undergrad students with expenses.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Sonal Agrawal UC Davis

Q&A: How To Get the Most Out of Grad School

UCR MBA student shares how she maximized her AGSM experience abroad—discover strategies for success at one of the best business schools.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Badminton Rackets and Feather

Speed. Agility. Performance.

For Akshay Are ’24 MBA, coaching budding badminton players has been a way to share his love for the sport while helping others reach their hidden potential—on and off the court.
By Aurora Abt |
Rational Choice Theory

Expert Insights on Rational Choice Theory

UCR Business expert discusses Rational Choice Theory and its impact on decision-making. Stay informed with the latest faculty research insights.
By Nathan Paulus | MoneyGeek |
Woman Thinking with Question Marks

Expert Insights on Herd Instinct

Learn how herd instinct influences consumer behavior in expert commentary from UCR School of Business faculty.
By Nathan Paulus | MoneyGeek |
Pious Khemka Award

Immense Personal Growth

At UCR’s 2024 AGSM commencement, MSBA grad Pious Khemka carried the banner for her cohort—showcasing pride at one of the best business schools.
By Laurie Mclaughlin |
2024 SIEML Group with UCR Team

UCR AGSM Co-hosts Successful SIEML Conference

UC Riverside’s A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM) is proud to have co-hosted the recent University of California SIEML Conference alongside the six fellow UC business schools in May 2024.
Jinnatul Raihan with Radhika Shah at the WiDS conference

Jinnatul Mumu ’24 MBA: Anti-Abuse Analyst at Snap Inc.

UCR MBA graduate Jinnatul Raihan Mumu ’24, anti-abuse analyst at Snap Inc., uses data to stop hackers and boost security at a best business school alum level.
By Kiana Sardari and Laurie McLaughlin |