Stanford Graduate School of Business
| File:Stanford GSB logo.svg | |
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 1925 |
Parent institution | Stanford University |
| Dean | Jonathan Levin |
Academic staff | 125 |
| Students | 850 (MBA) |
| Location | , |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Website | gsb.stanford.edu |
The Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) is the graduate business school of Stanford University. It is located in Stanford, California. The school offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA), the Stanford MSx Program (a one-year, full-time Master of Science program for mid-career professionals), and a PhD program, along with various joint degrees with other schools at Stanford including Stanford Law School and the Stanford School of Engineering.
History[edit | edit source]
The Stanford Graduate School of Business was established in 1925 when Herbert Hoover, an alumnus of Stanford, encouraged the university to create a business school. The first dean was Willard Hotchkiss. The school has grown significantly since its inception and is now one of the most prestigious business schools in the world.
Academics[edit | edit source]
The GSB offers several academic programs:
- MBA: A two-year, full-time program.
- Stanford MSx Program: A one-year, full-time program for experienced professionals.
- PhD: A doctoral program in various fields of business.
- Joint Degrees: Programs in collaboration with other Stanford schools, such as Stanford Law School, Stanford School of Engineering, and Stanford School of Medicine.
Research and Centers[edit | edit source]
The GSB is home to several research centers and initiatives, including:
- Center for Entrepreneurial Studies
- Center for Social Innovation
- Corporate Governance Research Initiative
- Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies (SEED)
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The GSB has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, Inc.
- Charles Schwab, founder of Charles Schwab Corporation
- Penny Pritzker, former United States Secretary of Commerce
- Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
Campus[edit | edit source]
The GSB is located on the Stanford University campus in Stanford, California. The Knight Management Center, which opened in 2011, is the main complex for the GSB and includes classrooms, faculty offices, and student facilities.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Stanford University
- Stanford Law School
- Stanford School of Engineering
- Stanford School of Medicine
- Master of Business Administration
- PhD
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References[edit | edit source]
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