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Blending a multi-cultural, global perspective with the Silicon Valley’s historic foundation of technological innovation, our programs are a reflection of our esteemed, local heritage. With over 80% of our students working in the Valley, our business students and alumni are truly Powering Silicon Valley.

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Poets&Quants Badge for Best Undergraduate Business School

Ranked #1 Among Public Undergraduate Business Schools in California, Top 100 in the US

Top Public University for High Paying Jobs in Accounting

SJSU Tops WSJ List of Top Public Universities for High-Paying Jobs in Accounting 

#2 Public University for High Paying Jobs in Marketing

SJSU is #2 Among Public Universities on WSJ List for High-Paying Jobs in Marketing 

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We provide the resources, skills, and opportunities for students to succeed in the Silicon Valley—one of the most thriving, competitive and innovative economic regions in the world—and beyond.

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Whether it’s strengthening your negotiating skills, working as a team to run a company or gaining hands-on experience through internships, we provide the best of all worlds: cutting-edge, world-class degree programs that offer convenience and flexibility—all at an affordable price. 

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The central advisement office for all undergraduate business majors.  We help with academic planning (includes general education and major course requirements), the graduation application process, understanding college and university policies and procedures, career coaching, and advice for students on academic probation or those disqualified.

Why SJSU’s MBA Program With The Silicon Valley Experience Is The Ultimate Career Boost

Why SJSU’s MBA Program With The Silicon Valley Experience Is The Ultimate Career Boost

Using a multifaceted approach, the Silicon Valley Experience elevates beyond four classroom walls and extends beyond one brief semester.

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Empowering First-Gen Students: How SJSU’s MBA Programs Propel Students

Discover how our MBA programs are transforming the lives of first-gen students, turning aspirations into achievements and paving new paths toward technological innovation and academic excellence.

Discover how our MBA Programs empower first-gen students

The MBA Advantage

Guest Speakers And Networking In Silicon Valley: The SJSU MBA Advantage

With the privilege of being located in Silicon Valley, our faculty are able to draw on a landscape fertile with industry experts for the benefit of their students.

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Undergraduate and graduate programs at the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business are accredited by AACSB International. Less than 5% of business programs worldwide have earned this distinguished hallmark of excellence in business education. AACSB standards relate to curriculum, faculty resources, admissions, degree requirements, computer facilities, financial resources and intellectual climate.

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  • Photo from @sjsulucasbusiness on LinkedIn on Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU at 3/15/25 at 3:25AM

    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    At next week’s Women in Leadership League (WILL) Conference on March 21, students will have the chance to partake in engaging discussions facilitated by more than 20 industry mentors!

    We are thrilled to present an outstanding group of mentors from a variety of successful companies. Let’s take a moment to recognize and celebrate our remarkable mentors who will be joining us for the table discussions: Debbie Abbott, Usha Andra, Sunita Arora, Cynthia Broderick, Gabrielle Capolupo, Annie Chen, Jacqueline Craig, Lisa Etherington, Lisa Hall, Carin Kaltschmidt, MBA, PMP, Joy K., Inyong Kim, Becky Marques, Alvina Nishimoto, Amanda Sandoval, Neelam Vijay, Madhu Vohra, David Wilde, Min Wang, Sandy Yu, and Tao Zhang.👏 👏 👏

    It's not too late to register for the 2025 WILL Conference at San José State University! Learn more and register at go.sjsu.edu/WILL 💫


    #sjsubusiness #sjsuWILL #WHM | SJSU LILAC | Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan | Meghna Virick | David Czerwinski

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    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    Get to know our incredible speakers for the 2025 Women in Leadership League (WILL) Conference!✨

    With 25+ years of experience, Hydra Mendoza has transformed education and community engagement. From leading Parents for Public Schools to serving as a senior advisor to mayors and a Deputy Chancellor in NYC, she's a force for positive change. Now at Salesforce, she continues to build impactful relationships as the Chief of Strategic Relationships for the Chairman and CEO of Salesforce. Read her full bio at https://ow.ly/mT1850VgVJr

    Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson is the President of San José State University, and a nationally recognized leader in higher education. With a focus on student success, she's driven impactful initiatives at SJSU and beyond, earning prestigious recognitions like the Seal of Excelencia. Read her full bio at https://ow.ly/mT1850VgVJr

    Don't miss their powerful insights at WILL 2025! Register today: https://ow.ly/GJp150VgVJq


    #sjsubusiness #WILLsjsu #WHM | SJSU LILAC | Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan | Meghna Virick | David Czerwinski

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    Over 90% of business honors graduates secure job positions after they graduate. If you're an undergraduate #sjsubusiness student looking for a program that will give you real-world work experience while earning college credit, you should consider applying to the Business Honors Program!

    Join us for an info session next week to learn more about this signature program and how it can benefit you!

    🗓 Monday, March 17 at 6:00PM
    📍 Student Union Theater
    🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and RSVP.

    #sjsubusiness #sjsubusinesshonors #LCOB

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    We have great news – the LCoB scholarship application deadline has been extended! Submit your application today to make sure you are in the running for all LCoB and SJSU scholarships! If you haven’t already applied, don’t wait! New Deadline: Saturday, March 15th at 11:59pm Find the application link in our IG bio! #sjsubusiness #sjsu #scholarship #sanjosestate @SJSU @College of Graduate Studies

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    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    Start your day with generosity! If 100 donors give to any campaign before 10 AM on March 12, we unlock a special morning match of $66,000 from Scott Daugherty, Lucas College of Business’ Dean’s Advisory member and alum!

    Your support will help fund key initiatives that directly impact San José State University students, employers, and the broader business community: The Dean's Excellence Fund and the Business Honors Program. Act now! Visit https://ow.ly/sXxE50VfgyJ to share your support.

    #sjsubusiness #SJSU1857 #DayOfGiving | Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan | David Czerwinski | Meghna Virick

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    The 3rd Ignite and Inspire Series with Dean Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan and Cara Harbor, Executive PR Consultant & CEO of AMP Marketing and PR, was amazing! ✨

    Our students learned how to level up their personal brand and style, and even got to try on professional attire from the SJSU Career Closet! Thank you, Cara, for sharing your incredible insights on how to refine your personal style, brand, and confidence to land career opportunities. And thank you to SJSU LILAC, SJSU Career Center and our partnering clubs for joining us!

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    Still thinking about joining us at the 2025 WILL Conference? Here's a glimpse of what to expect: transformative talks, powerful networking, and career-advancing knowledge! ⭐️ 📍Student Union Ballroom 🗓️ Friday, March 21 🕗 8:15 AM - 12:45 PM Register now at the link in our bio! #sjsubusiness #sjsu #WHM #sjsuWILL @SJSU

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    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    Spartan family, it's time to participate in SJSU's 1857 Minutes of Giving, March 11-12! We are raising funds for initiatives that directly impact students, employers, and the broader business community, such as our Honors Program.

    The Lucas College of Business Honors Program is a highly selective, career-focused initiative that provides students with real-world work experience while earning college credit through practicum courses.

    Funding this program will allow to expand access to meet student demand, enhance experiential learning through internships, certifications, and industry collaborations, and strengthen career pathways in sustainability, technology innovation, and social entrepreneurship.

    If we have over a 100 donors in the next 48 hours we will receive an additional $15,000 from two anonymous donors. Even $1 makes a difference. Act now! https://ow.ly/LzPY50Vfl6P

    #SJSU1857 #DayOfGiving #sjsubusiness #sjsu

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    Make a difference during @SJSU’s 1857 Minutes of Giving campaign by supporting a crowdfunding project! If we have 100+ donors in the next 72 hours we'll receive additional $15K from two anonymous donors. Even $1 makes a difference. Act now! #SJSU1857 ow.ly/CAtS50VfgBz https://t.co/kZRjxQGKPr

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    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    Get to know our incredible speakers for the 2025 Women in Leadership League (WILL) Conference!✨

    With 25+ years of experience, Hydra Mendoza has transformed education and community engagement. From leading Parents for Public Schools to serving as a senior advisor to mayors and a Deputy Chancellor in NYC, she's a force for positive change. Now at Salesforce, she continues to build impactful relationships as the Chief of Strategic Relationships for the Chairman and CEO of Salesforce. Read her full bio at https://ow.ly/mT1850VgVJr

    Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson is the President of San José State University, and a nationally recognized leader in higher education. With a focus on student success, she's driven impactful initiatives at SJSU and beyond, earning prestigious recognitions like the Seal of Excelencia. Read her full bio at https://ow.ly/mT1850VgVJr

    Don't miss their powerful insights at WILL 2025 on March 21st! Register today: https://ow.ly/GJp150VgVJq


    #sjsubusiness #WILLsjsu #WHM | SJSU LILAC | Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan | Meghna Virick | David Czerwinski

  • Photo from @sjsulucasbusiness on LinkedIn on Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU at 3/12/25 at 2:58AM

    Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU

    Calling all Spartans! It's time to participate in San José State University's 1857 Minutes of Giving, March 11-12! We are raising funds for initiatives that directly impact students, employers, and the broader business community, such as the Dean's Excellence Fund.

    The Dean’s Excellence Fund fuels strategic initiatives that elevate educational excellence and create lasting impact. Your contributions support experiential learning programs like the Career Launch Initiative, Ignite & Inspire series, Silicon Valley Experience, faculty research that keeps our curriculum on the cutting edge of business innovation, and fostering alumni connections that provide mentorships, internships, and career growth opportunities for our students and alumni.

    How can you make a difference? Supporting these initiatives means investing in the next generation of inclusive and innovative business leaders. Whether through scholarships, mentorship, or direct donations, your support ensures that SJSU continues to produce top-tier graduates who are prepared to lead and innovate from day one.

    If we have over a 100 donors in the next 48 hours we will receive an additional $15,000 from two anonymous donors. Even $1 makes a difference. Act now! https://ow.ly/H4Y450Vflu8

    #SJSU1857 #DayOfGiving #sjsubusiness #sjsu

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    Happy International Women's Day! Looking back at the inspiring moments from last year's Women in Leadership League (WILL) Conference, where our community of students, alumni, and mentors came together to share their empowering stories.

    Join us March 21st for the 2025 WILL Conference! Visit the link in our bio to register. 🔗

    #WHM #sjsuwill #internationalwomensday

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