This is the preliminary (or launch) version of the 2025-2026 VCU Bulletin. Courses that expose students to cutting-edge content and transformative learning may be added and notification of additional program approvals may be received prior to finalization. General education program content is also subject to change. The final edition and full PDF version will include these updates and will be available in August prior to the beginning of the fall semester.

Since 1937, the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business has offered accessible, high-quality business education as part of a leading public research university in Richmond, Virginia. Today, the school enrolls more than 3,700 students across bachelor’s, master’s, certificate and doctoral programs, and ranks among the top 6 percent of business schools worldwide through AACSB accreditation.

With a network of more than 40,000 alumni, School of Business graduates have gone on to build careers and lead across sectors, including Fortune 500 companies and startups to nonprofits and government agencies worldwide.

Our Vision

A world where life-changing access to business education is available to all – leading to the creation of world-changing opportunities for all.

Our Mission

To catalyze opportunity creation for students, faculty, staff and the organizations and communities served.

Strategic Direction: Opportunity 2030

Opportunity 2030 is the VCU School of Business’ long-term strategic focus. Centered on the theme of unlimited opportunity creation, Opportunity 2030 is building a thriving academic community where students and alumni are equipped to recognize and create business opportunities throughout their lives.

Key Areas of Focus:

  • Exposing students to the opportunities of a business education
  • Developing students into well-rounded professionals
  • Innovative and impactful transdisciplinary research excellence
  • Staying connected with alumni and business partners

For more information, see the VCU School of Business website and strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.