The Business School Experience

Innovating Today, Leading Tomorrow

What’s it like to attend our forward-thinking business school designed for STEM students like you?

At The Business School at WPI, you can expect a holistic student experience that bridges STEM and business, helping you future-proof your career in an increasingly competitive field.

As a business student here, you will…

Build your dream career by designing a custom curriculum and developing practical, in-demand skills.
Gain robust professional experience managing people and projects through internships, co-ops, and corporate partnerships.
Grow invaluable, lifelong business connections with enterprising peers and industry-leading mentors.
Receive hands-on career support and academic advising from our caring faculty and administrators.
Combine your business acumen and STEM expertise to be a force for good in the world.

In other words, being a student at The Business School will give you an undeniable edge as you enter the job market or move up the ladder.

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Zulean Cruz-Diaz ’17

Management coach and consultant; founder and CEO at Z Conecta

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Lailah Thompson and her family on a beach

Lailah Thompson ’16, ’16 (MS)

Operations department leader at Coty

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Suraj Patil standing on the Earle Bridge at WPI

Suraj Patil ’19 (MS)

Senior engineering program manager at Dell Technologies

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Ron Welter ’87, ’02 (MS), ’14 (MBA)

Director of customer success at Zifo RnD Solutions; Executive PhD candidate at The Business School

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David Brown '12

Strategic account manager at Nordson Medical

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Meet Our World-Class Faculty

Have a front-row seat with our esteemed faculty, who are widely respected leaders in both academia and industry.

See what our faculty are up to

Faculty Spotlight

Kwamie Dunbar

Interim Dean of the Business School, The Business School

Dr. Kwamie Dunbar is the Interim Dean and Professor of Finance in the WPI Business School. In addition to his extensive experience in teaching and research, he has a wealth of industry experience working with several fortune 500 companies in various capacities. Professor Dunbar’s [...]

Soussan Djamasbi

Professor, The Business School

I specialize in user experience and decision-making research, focusing on uncovering the intricacies of human cognition to understand the factors that enhance or impede the effective use of information technologies. Since people predominantly use their eyes to process information [...]

Purvi Shah

Associate Professor, The Business School

Professor Shah has ’done’ marketing and now she ’teaches’ marketing at the WPI Business School. She has a diverse industry experience in the marketing/brand management function of mid-size to large corporations across consumer goods, retail, and real estate verticals. In academic [...]

Steve Taylor

PR - Professor, The Business School

My research is focused in two areas: Organizational aesthetics takes seriously the idea that management is as much an art as it is a science, and applies art-based scholarship and practice to management and organizations. Reflective practice is the ability to analyze our own acti [...]

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MentorLink Program

Grow a Network of Alumni and Experts in Your Field

Reap the benefits of this exclusive mentorship program. Attend group discussions and panels led by industry experts. Receive real-world advice and insights during 1:1 sessions with a mentor who aligns with your studies or career interests. Meet alumni and professionals in your field through networking events sponsored by The Business School.

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Programs Team

Become a Business Leader and Innovator

Advisors and student engagement experts build long-term advising relationships with students, ensuring you're gaining the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to achieve your goals. Through one-on-one advising, small group sessions, and cohort-based activities, the Programs team provides academic, co-curricular, and social engagement opportunities that enrich your experience in The Business School.

Meet the programs team, serving as the first point of contact for all WPI Business students

Sandhya Balasubramanian, PhD

As the assistant dean of business programs, Sandhya is the driving force behind strengthening all aspects of the business student lifecycle.

Learn more about Sandhya

Lorelle Tross

Lorelle is the initial point of contact for most non-admissions related inquiries. A long-time administrative assistant at The Business School, she organizes Programs team meetings and events.

Learn more about Lorelle

Laurie Stokes

As associate director of business programs, Laurie is the primary contact for undergraduate business programs and directs open houses and other programming for undergraduates.

Learn more about Laurie

Connect with the Programs Team to:

Review your course selections, assess your academic progression, evaluate choices for minors and concentrations, and firm up your tracking sheets/curriculum plans.
Learn more about co-curricular and career support tools that are available to Business School students.
Explore opportunities to engage in Business School-based student clubs, research labs, and other opportunities to be a student ambassador.

Whether you’re moving to Worcester from another corner of the world or becoming a student again after a decade in the workforce, you’ll get one-on-one help with the kinds of problems you can’t solve on a calculator.

Find support and resources for academic planning, community engagement, health & wellness, financial aid, and more.

Navigate School, Work, and Life With More Confidence

Every graduate student at WPI has access to a unique benefit: the Student Success team. As your first point of contact on campus, your Student Success manager is here to help with any nonacademic issue you might have: balancing school and life as a working professional, navigating the world of online learning, connecting to wellness resources, and much more.

→ Meet your Student Success team

Access resources for graduate students.

Make Your Transition Here Easier

Need help finding housing before you arrive? Missing your friends and family back home? Whether it’s about employment, housing, or adjusting to a new environment, you’ll find the practical answers and cultural support you need in the Office of International Student Life (ISL).

→ See international student resources

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Career Readiness

Map Out Your Career—or Explore an Uncharted Path

Ready to build the career of the future? When you’re a student at The Business School at WPI, not only will you develop a well-rounded skillset that top companies are demanding—but you’ll also get the expert career support you need to turn opportunity into reality.

Take a look at some of the ways we help you prepare for your next move.

The HCDC helps students explore possible career paths, connect with employers and alumni, gain insights into the labor market, prepare for interviews and salary negotiations, and much more. Think of the HCDC as your collaborator, consultant, and coach all in one.

→ Check out career resources

WPI students have access to Handshake, a career platform for college students. There, you can apply to internships, co-ops, and jobs that match your career goals and interests. You can also register for upcoming career fairs, workshops, networking events, and more.

→ Explore Handshake

International students who crave admissions and career support tailored to their specific needs have access to Interstride, a portal for job searching, networking, and career building. Interstride helps alleviate the many practical and social hurdles international students experience when transitioning to the US.

→ Find out more about Interstride

Through The Business School at WPI, you can access a curated course catalog on Coursera to supplement your studies or level-up your skills. You can enroll in any course of your choice, work on projects with real-world applications, and earn a shareable certificate that you can add to your LinkedIn profile or resume.

→ View the course catalog

Entrepreneurship

Develop Your Startup Idea

Do you have an idea for a business that could benefit people, society, or the environment?

If your product or innovation has gone through testing, apply to join the Business Development Lab at WPI. A place for student entrepreneurs to gain real-world experience while working on their passions, its structured setting and enviable resources will empower you to lift your startup off the ground.

Explore the Business Development Lab

Research

Deep-Dive Into Innovative Research Projects

The Business School faculty promote hands-on learning by bringing their research into the classroom. You’ll see firsthand how our research labs create value through innovation, leaving a lasting impact on the world around us. You may even get the exciting opportunity to assist a faculty member at the top of their field with a groundbreaking study—one that inspires a future innovation of your own.

Get inspired by cutting-edge research

Access the latest business news

WPI students receive free access to the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal through the Gordon Library. Students can also sign up for impactful business news alerts through The Business Journals' national newsletters.

NYT and WSJ access

National Newsletters

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Community

Be Inspired by Brilliant, Likeminded Peers

When you study and collaborate with fellow STEM-oriented students at The Business School, you’ll be challenged by your equals, make lifelong friends—and maybe even meet your future business partner.

Find out more about life on campus

Worcester, Massachusetts

Join 38,000+ Students in Worcester, Where Business Is Booming

The second-largest city in New England, Worcester is not only a college town—it’s also a growing hub for industries like bioengineering, drug manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. Take advantage of networking and internship opportunities, the resources of other colleges and universities, and the expanding international community. Easily travel to nearby Boston, Providence, and New York City.