School of Business Professors Among Most Influential Researchers Worldwide
The research of professors Sean Hannah, Stacie Petter, and Julie Wayne have earned them the recognition of being named among the top 1 percent of the most impactful researchers worldwide, according to a recent Stanford University study.
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Helping businesses and organizations
create a better world
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 25
Top 25
#2
#5
Highest CPA Pass Rate
#1 in Big 4 Recruiting
#4
#5
#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.
Our People Make a Difference
School of Business faculty, staff, alumni, students, and partners each have an important role in helping to make the world a better place.
Analyzing Innovation
Empowering Entrepreneurs
Embracing AI
Shaping the Future
Giving a Voice to the Voiceless
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
Our Community
We are friends to all humanity, teaching, helping, and serving, with friendship and honor.
Supporting NC Families in Need
Paul Griggs (’96)
MSA, Class of ’97
Ashley Wilcox (Director of Sustainability Initiatives)
Isra Al Hashimi (B.S., Business and Enterprise Management, MSBA)
Pelin Pekgun (Thomas H. Davis Professor in Business and Professor of Analytics)
School of Business News
An Anthropologist Explains What Millennials and Gen Z Really Think about Sharing Personal Opinions at Work
(Fast Company)
How to Emphasize Academic Strengths On MBA Applications
(U.S. News & World Report)
The Era of One-Stop Grocery Shopping Is Over
(Wall Street Journal)
Upcoming Events
Join the School of Business for a broad assortment of events and happenings that advance the practice of business.
MBA Financial Aid Webinar
Join us for a webinar to learn about MBA financial aid options and the return on investment (ROI) you can expect when earning your MBA at Wake Forest. This 30-minute session will be hosted by Financial Aid and MBA staff. It will include a presentation exploring the various ways students fund their MBA, how to apply for funding, strategies for maximizing your investment, and plenty of time for live Q&A. Register here.
Virtual – Alumni Industry Panel: Careers in Technology
If you want to learn more about high-demand industry opportunities, please join us for the “Alumni in Action” Career Industry Panel Series. Hear directly from Wake Foresters about their career trajectory and trends in the industry. This is an excellent way to build your network with Demon Deacons who want to help you be successful. The zoom link will be sent closer to the date once you have registered for the event. Note: This panel is specific to careers in technology. The primary audience for these panels is current Wake Forest students. However, alumni are encouraged to attend and learn about the industry and make meaningful connections to the market. Led by Sharron Vogler, director of career development for alumni and MBA programs at the WFU School of Business.
Virtual – Alumni Industry Panel: Careers in Analytics
If you want to learn more about high-demand industry opportunities, please join us for the “Alumni in Action” Career Industry Panel Series. Hear directly from Wake Foresters about their career trajectory and trends in the industry. This is an excellent way to build your network with Demon Deacons who want to help you be successful. The zoom link will be sent closer to the date once you have registered for the event. Note: This panel is specific to careers in analytics. The primary audience for these panels is current Wake Forest students. However, alumni are encouraged to attend and learn about the industry and make meaningful connections to the market. Led by Sharron Vogler, director of career development for alumni and MBA programs at the WFU School of Business.
TEDxWakeForestU 2025
On February 20th, 2025, TEDxWakeForestU will inspire and ignite curiosity with innovative ideas and impactful stories from speakers around the country. Join us for an unforgettable day of thought-provoking talks and meaningful conversations at Broyhill Auditorium in Farrell Hall!
Belonging and Inclusion Leadership Summit
The Belonging & Inclusion Leadership Summit 2025 is designed to empower leaders across industries to create environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and positioned to drive innovation and achieve high performance.
Ethical AI Use
Do you want to know more about Generative AI? Join us for the next session of the Building AI Fluency Learning Series hosted by the Wake Forest School of Business. This series provides a collaborative learning environment aimed at enhancing our understanding of Generative AI and how it can be effectively utilized within your respective teams and departments.
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.
