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 Degrees, Minors, & Programs
Nationally-ranked Bachelor of Science degree programs in Accountancy, Business and Enterprise Management, Finance and Decision Analytics. NEW FOR FALL 2026: Minor in Business, Minor in Accountancy
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.
School of Business Rankings
Our world-class programs are routinely recognized in major national and international rankings.
#1 and Top 30
Top 15
#2
#5
#2
#1 CPA Pass Rate
#1 in Big 4 Recruiting
Top 15
Top 10

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.
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
School of Business News
Justin Martin: The Real AI Threat Is Blind Trust
(Dark Reading)
Microtransit Fare Hikes May Hurt More Than Help, Study Finds
(METRO)
The Fun They Had: Why Talking To People Is Becoming A Career Skill
(Forbes)
Upcoming Events
Join the School of Business for a broad assortment of events and happenings that advance the practice of business.
Meet the Wake MBA Team: Drop-In Sessions
Stop by the Wake Forest MBA Charlotte campus to connect with the MBA Enrollment team, learn more about our MBA modalities and the admissions process, and get your questions answered. Attendees are welcome to drop in anytime during this two-hour windowno need to stay for the entire session.
School of Business Reception at Homecoming
Join us for a drop-in reception and reconnect with faculty, staff, and fellow alumni. Guests are welcome. This reception is hosted in the Founders Living Room in Farrell Hall prior to Party So Dear. Registration is required through the Homecoming website.
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
All alumni are invited back to celebrate the weekend at events such as Golden Deacs, Service of Rembrance, Party So Dear, Alumni Tailgate and so much more! Classes ending in a 1 or 6 will be celebrating milestone reunions on Friday night. For more information and a complete schedule of events, please visit https://homecoming.wfu.edu/
First Look Series: Accelerated Master’s Programs at Wake Forest School of Business
Explore our accelerated masters programs in Accountancy, Business Analytics, and Management. Hear what makes the Wake Forest experience different and how an accelerated masters can help you take your next step. Whether youre just starting to explore your options or already know which program interests you, First Look will give you a clearer picture of: The opportunities available to youThe Wake Forest experienceYour next steps
School of Business AI Workshop: AI Once, Automate Forever
AI Once, Automate Forever Using AI to Build Repeatable Business Solutions Wake Forest School of Business faculty share how they’re using AI todaypractical skills and workflows that go beyond prompting, which you can apply the next day! “AI Once, Automate Forever” will be led by Associate Teaching Professor Dr. Kyre Lahtinen. This workshop will be delivered in two formats: in-person and virtual. For those who prefer to attend in-person, the workshop will be held on the WFU Reynolda campus in Farrell Hall (room 151). For those who prefer virtual delivery, a Zoom link will be emailed the day prior to the workshop. You must select which format you prefer when registering. All workshops will be recorded and shared with registrants. No AI background is necessary to attend. Open to the WFU community and free to the public. Registration is required. You are welcome to register one guest. We hope you can join us! Additional workshops will be offered in this series. Check the School of Business calendar for details.
Lighting of the Quad
Join us for one of Wake Forests most cherished traditions, Lighting of the Quad! Gather on Hearn Plaza on Monday, November 30th, starting at 7:00 PM as we celebrate the holiday season with lights, music, and community spirit. Watch as the Quad glows with hundreds of lights, enjoy seasonal refreshments, and share in the joy of this beloved campus tradition with fellow Deacs.
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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.