About the College of Business
Centered in the heart of San José and Silicon Valley, the College of Business has been serving the business educational needs of our community and the global marketplace since 1928. The College is one of the 500 institutions worldwide that are accredited by the prestigious AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. In addition, the College of Business is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the California State Board of Education.
Mission
The College of Business is the institution of opportunity, providing innovative business education and applied research for the Silicon Valley Region.
Shared Values
The mission is supported by shared core values that respect:
- Individual efforts and contributions
- Inclusiveness and collaboration
- Lifelong learning and professional development
- Responsiveness and accountability to our community
- Risk-taking and innovation
- Environments supportive of learning
Meaning of Our Mission
Institution of Opportunity
The College of Business offers an accessible, high value education that empowers people of all ages and backgrounds to transform their lives. Our faculty and staff are strongly committed to the College’s mission, maintain a collegial, inclusive teaching and learning environment, and are dedicated to continuous improvement in all areas of academic achievement, scholarship, teaching and service. The College is an active member of the Silicon Valley community and provides a talent pool, thought leadership and service that supports the region’s growth in the global marketplace.
Innovative Business Education
In partnership with our community, the College seeks to create and continuously improve programs that add value by assuring relevance, convenience and overall quality.
Applied Research
We conduct research that provides organizations within the Silicon Valley region and beyond the opportunity to further their goals.
Strategic Initiatives
These priorities and initiatives are undertaken to accomplish our mission.
ETAR – Excellent Teaching and Applied Research
Excellent teaching underpins all of our activities. The College is committed to providing high quality, high value, and accessible education for the Silicon Valley region and beyond. We focus on producing research that helps organizations solve their problems. The faculty engages in research that enriches the knowledge base relevant to Silicon Valley and contributes to the vibrancy of our educational programs.
Enriching Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
The College is dedicated to equipping our graduates with the tools, work ethic and skills necessary to succeed in the every changing global economy. We seek to facilitate, recognize and celebrate the achievements of our students.
Community Alliances and Partnerships
The College of Business is centered in San José – the tenth largest city nationally – and fuels the local workforce with our alumni who make up a large percentage of the workers in the Silicon Valley corporations.
Leadership Through Innovation – Pursuing Thought Leadership
The College is building upon our existing expertise in entrepreneurship, management, global finance and leadership and organization change to create a multi-track Center for Global Business Competition and Innovation.
GEE – Global Education Experience
The College recognizes that business education necessitates a global mindset. We seek to develop robust partnerships with professional associations and corporations that encompass research, education and outreach for both students and faculty.
Brand Visibility and Differentiation
We seek to communicate the mission and values of the College of Business and highlight its unique contributions to the Silicon Valley and global communities.
Expanding the Financial Base
While State funding provides an important financial foundation, we acknowledge that our programs and activities require additional financial resources. We are committed to seeking these resources in ways that support our mission and advance the needs of the University of which we are a part.