The UC DavisGraduate School of Management is a graduatebusiness school at the University of California, Davis. Established in 1981, its degree programs include MBA, MPAc and MSBA. The GSM offers Master of Business Administration degrees in three locations: The two-year, Full-Time MBA program is offered at the main campus in Davis. Two working professional programs are offered in Sacramento and San Ramon in the San Francisco Bay Area. The school also offers an Online MBA program with the same standards and credit hours as the in-person programs. The UC Davis Full-Time MBA is ranked 37th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. The in-person working professional programs are designed to be completed in three years, but may be "accelerated" to finish in two by taking additional classes. The Graduate School of Management began a 9-month MPAc program in 2012. In 2017, the school launched a 10-month MSBA program in San Francisco. UC Davis undergraduates can minor in technology management or accounting. GSM's executive programs include the Wine Executive program, jointly managed with the Department of Viticulture & Enology. The school's teaching model combines case study, experiential learning, lecture and team projects. The school's LEED Platinum certified facility, Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr. Hall, opened in September 2009.
In 2012 UC Davis became the first University of California school to offer a master's degree in professional accountancy—a response to major changes in educational requirements and the resulting need for improved training of certified public accountants in California. The MPAc program requires students to pass an examination after advancing to candidacy, and at the end of all coursework, in order to receive the degree.
With its inaugurating class in Fall of 2017, the school launched a master's degree in Business Analytics, at its UC Hastings extension campus in San Francisco.
Research centers
Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship - Under the direction of Professor Andrew Hargadon.
Center for Investor Welfare and Corporate Responsibility - Under the direction of Professor Brad M. Barber, engaged in research related to investor welfare, corporate fraud, white-collar crime, corporate ethics and social responsibility. The Center advocates for improved corporate practices, educates investors through research and outreach.
Student life
Associated Students of Management provides the framework for incorporating student ideas into the MBA program, networking with alumni, engaging in philanthropic activities, and coordinating extracurricular and social events.
Big Bang! is the annual UC Davis Business Plan Competition organized by MBA students. The competition promotes new business development, technology transfer and entrepreneurship on campus and in Northern California. Over 20 thousand dollars are awarded to the winners of the competition each year.
MBA Challenge for Charity supports the Special Olympics and family-related local charities.
Net Impact offers programs to help its members broaden their business education, refine leadership skills, pursue professional goals and build their network.
