About the school

The University of California Riverside (UCR) established the Graduate School of Administration in 1970. The School was later renamed twice, as the Graduate School of Management in 1982 and the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management in 1995. Now, it is known as the School of Business, housing the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management as a separate unit. University of California Riverside - The Association accredits the School of Business to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). In 2023, U.S. News & World Report ranked the School's MBA programme at 89 in the Top 100 MBA Programmes list. Notable graduates of the School of Business include Darin Anderson (CEO of Salas O’Brien) and Chris Lam (CEO and president of Pucci Foods). The University of California Riverside, located in Inland Southern California, is an eminent member of the world’s most prestigious public university system.

Where is the school located?

Life at the School of Business

The University of California Riverside’s School of Business is a globally recognised top-tier business school. Nearly 20,000 alumni call it home, and for almost 40 years, it has given students an excellent professional education in the extensive field of business. The University offers three on-campus housing options for students, including suite and traditional-style residence halls, campus apartments, and family housing. The off-campus housing website lists available rentals near the Campus. Students can use the meal plan they purchase to dine at any eatery located on the Campus, like the campus dining, Hub Plaza dining, residential dining, Emerbee’s, and more. They can grocery shop and buy beverages and meals from the markets at Glen Mor and Northern District and Scotty’s convenience stores. UCR students can travel on the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) buses for free. Bus stops are situated near the campus. The University provides bike facilities for students to commute inside the campus.

Additional benefits of studying at the School of Business

The UCR School of Business is a centre of excellence in teaching and research. In 2009, the School constructed a behavioural choice lab in response to the growing importance of experimental research across all business sectors. The lab has 32 modern, networked terminals and monitors for conducting experiments. Researchers and PhD students from the UCR School of Business test their hypotheses here. The lab is a classroom where students converse electronically.

Admissions criteria

International applicants applying to the graduate degree programmes at UCR School of Business should adhere to the following general admission criteria laid down by the School. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognised university A minimum of 3.0 undergraduate GPA or B equivalent Degree certificates and undergraduate transcripts, accompanied by their English translations Statement of Purpose is required Personal History Statement Three letters of recommendation in English are required A graduate admissions test result (GMAT, GRE) is required for specific programmes - Proof of proficiency in English is required: TOEFL: 80 (iBT), 550 (paper-based test) IELTS: A minimum overall score of 7 with a score of at least 6 in individual sections Estimated yearly expenses for international graduate students at the University of California’s Riverside School of Business are below. The prices listed are tentative. Campus fees: $1,100 Health insurance: $2,000 Books and course materials: $1,700 Housing and meal expenses: $18,000 Transportation: $925 to $2,300 For more information regarding tuition fees and other student expenses, please visit the website.

Job placements

The UCR Career Centre is committed to connecting, inspiring, and empowering current students and alums on their professional paths. Workshops, one-on-one consultations, and drop-in counselling are available physically and virtually. The UCR Handshake is a portal where students can begin their job hunt Employers post jobs, internships, and other opportunities on this site Students can schedule a session with the Graduate Student Career Specialist via Handshake to discuss career-related issues like job-hunting tactics, creating CVs, resumes or cover letters, interview preparation, and career decision-making