About the David Eccles School of Business
The Eccles experience provides a world-class business education with a unique, entrepreneurial focus on real-world scenarios where students put what they learn into practice long before graduation.
Founded in 1917 on a rich tradition of business success and leadership, the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah offers an experiential learning environment for students. We’re home to several institutes and centers that deliver academic research and support an ecosystem of entrepreneurship, technology and innovation. The University of Utah in Salt Lake City is nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, just 30 minutes from seven ski resorts and less than five hours from five national parks. Salt Lake City is an urban hub of diverse nightlife, dining, art, and music, and boasts a top-ranked business environment for U.S. job growth and economic prowess.
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Our Mission
The David Eccles School of Business shapes the future of business. We prepare students with the knowledge, integrity, and entrepreneurial mindset to create meaningful impact on business and society. We advance innovation through transformative research.
- Nine comprehensive undergraduate programs allow you to find the perfect place to grow your talents and interests
- Four MBA programs tailored to whatever stage you are at in your career
- Eight Graduate Programs in Business that prepare students for high-paying jobs in emerging fields
- Dedicated career coaches and trusted relationships with employers to help you launch your career upon graduation
- Travel opportunities across the globe through Eccles Global allow you to see new places while understanding how the world does business
- Institutes, centers, and initiatives that give students the opportunity to make their impact on the world in fields like strategic leadership, impact investing, ethics, entrepreneurship, and public policy
- Launch your own company or build your prototype at Lassonde Studios
- More than 25 student organizations allow students to meet new friends, challenge their preconceived notions, and find a place to belong
Who We Are
The David Eccles School of Business focused on the imprint we have on the business world and the influence for good our students and faculty can have on our community. We forge ethical foundations as students pursue their dreams. We create world-class business education that is more accessible, more attainable, and more achievable.
Entrepreneurial Grit
We embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic of David Eccles and our pioneer founders to drive the innovation of tomorrow. We encourage our students to be unafraid of failure and tenaciously pursue experiential learning at every level of business.
Continuous Curiosity
We as a community encourage learning at every stage of life, constantly questioning the status quo as we seek to improve ourselves, our organizations, our communities and our world. We instill that curiosity, cultivate it and embrace it throughout lifetimes.
Empathetic Global Citizenship
We are committed to a culture of belonging. As we explore the world, we seek to think beyond our own experiences and find shared, ethical solutions that benefit humankind.
Confidence to Impact Your World
We empower students to become the next generation of strategic leaders who will transform the business landscape as they make their impact. Our world-renowned faculty and their research build new foundations of business thought across the globe.
Strategic Priorities
Student Success
Help every student seek and reach their peak via personal, academic, and professional growth.
We are committed to helping every student grow personally, academically, and professionally. Through immersive learning experiences and holistic support, we will guide every student from classroom to career, helping them build confidence and preparing them to lead with integrity and resilience.
Creating Societal Impact
Expand impact to help our people, businesses, and economy thrive.
The Eccles School is uniquely positioned to drive positive change — locally and nationally. Through groundbreaking research, innovative programs, strong industry partnerships, and graduates who lead with purpose, we will expand our impact and help our people, businesses, and economy thrive — across the Mountain West and beyond.
Building Legacy
Drive lasting influence through purposeful growth and enduring excellence.
We are advancing the legacy for the students and alumni that reflects the spirit, strength, and ambition of our school. By cultivating lifelong engagement, elevating our brand, and ensuring financial strength, we will build an enduring legacy driven by purposeful growth and excellence.
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