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The Merage School shapes the future of business by equipping leaders with the essential skills needed to thrive in a digitally driven world. Our AI infused curriculum continually adapts to address the ever-changing opportunities, ensuring our graduates are prepared to lead with innovation and confidence.

With a deep commitment to inclusive excellence—a foundational principle that defines every aspect of our academic and social environment—we strive to create an atmosphere where diversity, equity, and inclusion are woven into the very fabric of our culture. Our range of programs include MBA programs (Full-Time MBA, Flex MBA, and Executive MBA), two dual degrees (JD/MBA and MD/MBA), a Master of Professional Accountancy, Master of Finance, Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MS in Business Analytics, part-time Online MS in Business Analytics, MS in Biotechnology Management, PhD, and undergraduate business degrees. Each program emphasizes creative and critical thinking, strategic decision-making, leadership, and innovation through a blend of in-class, online, and experiential learning with real-world business challenges.

The Merage School consistently ranks among the top 10% of all AACSB-accredited programs because of exceptional student recruitment, world-class faculty and research, and a strong alumni network. Our close relationships with individual business executives, Fortune 500 companies, and global corporations further enhance our academic rigor and entrepreneurial spirit.

Located in the heart of Southern California’s Tech Coast, the Merage School uniquely blends the academic excellence of the University of California with the dynamic energy and innovation of Orange County. Our strategic location offers unparalleled access to leading industries, including FinTech, BioTech, HealthTech, and Digital Media, providing our students with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge companies and thought leaders. This proximity to industry hubs enables us to integrate real-world insights into our curriculum, ensuring that our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and experience to excel in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven marketplace.

Financial Times ranks the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business among the Top 30 business schools in the U.S.

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is ranked #10 among public universities by U.S. News & World Report in their most recent college rankings report. UC Irvine is also among the youngest research universities to gain membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.