Business Education at
Wake Forest University
Explore our undergraduate and graduate business programs, where students from widely diverse backgrounds and interests learn to use business to make a difference.

Undergraduate Programs
Nationally-ranked Bachelor of Science degree programs in Accountancy, Business and Enterprise Management, Finance and Decision Analytics.

Master of Business Administration
Offered in Winston-Salem and Charlotte across three program formats, the #1 part-time MBA program in North Carolina is designed specifically for working professionals.

Master of Science in Accounting
Open to any major, kickstart your accounting career with world-class faculty, premier internship opportunities and unmatched CPA pass rate success.

Master of Science in Business Analytics
Explore advanced methodologies for taking data from insight to impact across a range of functions, including finance, marketing, operations and human resources.

Master of Science in Management
A 10-month, STEM certified/OPT eligible program designed specifically for non-business majors and business minors who want to excel in today’s marketplace.

Pathways with Business
Explore how you can amplify any major with our diverse array of business program options.
School of Business Rankings
Our world-class programs are routinely recognized in major national and international rankings.
#1 and Top 20

Top 25

Top 20

#2

#5

#1 CPA Pass Rate

#1 in Big 4 Recruiting

Top 10

#36


Thought Leadership
We create a vibrant culture of inquiry, embracing interdisciplinary and discipline-based research and providing thought leadership to address business and organizational issues and key societal challenges.
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Featured
Research
Explore a few of the groundbreaking ways our faculty uses research to address business and organizational issues and key societal challenges.
Journal of Medical Internet Research
Journal of Medical Internet Research
Harvard Business Review
Harvard Business Review
Journal of Business Research
Journal of Business Research
Research Policy
Research Policy
Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting
Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting
Business & Professional Ethics Journal
Business & Professional Ethics Journal

Our academic centers drive thought leadership and create an unrivaled connection to the market.
At the cutting edge of academic research & impact
School of Business News
Walmart Shoppers Come More Often Than Target’s — and Stay Longer
(Quartz)
Are You a Sucker for ‘Free Gift With Purchase’?
(HuffPost)

‘Jekyll and Hyde Leadership’ Can Hurt Performance. Here’s How to Fix It
(Inc.)
Upcoming Events
Join the School of Business for a broad assortment of events and happenings that advance the practice of business.
International Excellence Symposium
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 12, 2025, and join us for an inspiring one-day event designed to equip international students for success at Wake Forest University! The International Excellence Symposium is a new initiative focused on fostering development, leadership, and cultural connections for our international student community. This inaugural conference will provide essential skills and insights to help you thrive at Wake Forest and beyond whether youre navigating academic life, building professional networks, or exploring cultural connections. International students are an integral part of our campus community, bringing valuable perspectives that enhance the learning environment for everyone. This symposium offers a dedicated space to support your success and recognize the important contributions you make to campus life. Dont miss this opportunity to: Connect with fellow international students from around the world. Gain valuable insights to enhance your academic and professional journey. Celebrate the cultures and global perspectives that enrich our campus and the world beyond. Together, lets build a brighter future and create lasting connections that transcend borders. While this event is created for international students, domestic students interested in global perspectives and cultural exchange are welcome to attend. Come ready to learn, engage, and build lasting connections! We cant wait to see you there!
MBA Virtual Information Session
Are you a working professional and considering an MBA from the Wake Forest School of Business? Meet with the Enrollment Management team and Recruiting via Zoom, to learn more about our MBA programs in Charlotte and Winston-Salem. If you have questions about the admissions process, curriculum and/or student life, this is a great opportunity to get answers. Please join us and see why Wake Forest may be a good fit for you! Register here.
2025 Student Impact Awards
Join the Office of Civic & Community Engagement, Office of Fraternity and Sorority Engagement, and Office of Student Engagement, as we come together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of student leaders, organizations, and initiatives that have made a lasting impact on both our campus and greater Winston-Salem community. This evening of recognition will honor the creativity, dedication, and leadership that embody the Pro Humanitate spirit. Submit a Student Impact Nomination on The Link through Monday, March 17 EOD. RSVP to attend the ceremony on Paperless Post by Tuesday, April 8. Dress Code: Business Casual Attire
Wake Forest Spring Football Showcase/Tailgate
It’s going to be sun’s-out, fun on Saturday, April 19 for the 2025 Wake Forest Football Spring Showcase. The event will begin at 3 p.m. Admission is FREE and open to the public. Designed to be an interactive, high-energy experience for students, families, and Demon Deacon fans of all ages, the Spring Showcase will feature an exciting mix of on-field action and fan engagement. Fans in attendance will enjoy a Wake Forest Football Team Showcase, where the team will hit the field in a practice/scrimmage format. Additionally, fans and students alike will have the chance to compete alongside Wake Forest football players in a Punt, Pass & Kick Competition. Throughout the event, attendees can also enter to win exclusive giveaways, including Nike Team gear, autographed items, gift cards and more! Before the event, Wake Forest students are invited to tailgate outside of Gate 5 at Allegacy Stadium, free food and (non-acholic) beverages will be provided!
Champions of Change Campus Sustainability Awards
Each year, the Office of Sustainability recognizes campus change agents who work as Champions of Change to create a more adaptable and resilient Wake Forest community. The Champions of Change are honored at our annual Campus Sustainability Awards Ceremony during our campus-wide Earth Month. The 12th annual Champions of Change award winners will be announced by Michele Gillespie and Jackie Travisano on April 30 in the Green Room of Reynolda Hall; please, join us for the announcement and open reception! All Wake Forest students, faculty, and staff are welcome and invited to celebrate this years award winners and nominees. **This event is part of Wake Forest Universitys annual Earth Month celebration. Learn more about the month of festivities at https://sustainability.wfu.edu/earth-month/
Executive Education – Leveraging a Growth Mindset for Personal, Team, and Organizational Success
Fostering Agility, Innovation, and Performance for Lasting Impact Our view of the skills and capabilities we possess has a tremendous impact on our performance, happiness, and ability to learn. By believing in our potential for personal and professional growth, and pursuing each through communication, collaboration, innovation, and openly addressing challenges and stumbling blocks, we create new opportunities to grow and develop. This one-day workshop will focus on the principles of growth mindset, using the research of Carol Dweck and her colleagues as a foundation. This interactive program is designed to help you embrace challenges as opportunities, to be more resilient in the face of adversity, to pursue your goals with reckless abandon, and to help others do so as well. We will focus on your own development of a growth mindset as well as ways to influence your workplace and team to adopt this way of thinking. The program will be highly interactive, focusing not only on understanding growth mindset and related concepts, but on exercises and discussions to actively develop these skillsets. You will apply program learnings to your real-world environment in consultation with other like-minded participants, as well as develop a personal action plan to take you forward. Deadline for registration: May 8, 2025

Explore Further
Considering a business program to strengthen your career prospects? Interested in the world-class research being done by our faculty? Or just want to speak with someone to learn more about the School of Business? Here are a few more areas to explore.