At Fredonia, the School of Business is a premier destination for aspiring leaders in commerce. We offer a diverse array of business degrees designed to propel you toward success in fields such as Accounting, Public Accountancy, Finance, Management, Marketing, Business Administration, Music Industry, Sport Management, and Economics. Our programs equip you with the latest technology while deepening your understanding of global and cultural business dynamics.
Experience hands-on learning through practical internships and experiential opportunities that prepare you for the competitive job market. Our curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, communication, business ethics, and professionalism, ensuring you are well-rounded and ready to make an impact. With small class sizes, you’ll enjoy close interactions with expert faculty and have the chance to engage in valuable undergraduate research. Internships are readily available at local, regional, and national levels, providing you with essential real-world experience.
The School of Business upholds Fredonia's legacy of excellence, consistently recognized among the top SUNY Schools of Business and ranked by the U.S. News & World Report and is consistently ranked among the finest public universities in the Northeast -- and among the most affordable options in higher education.
Our students have access to the Center for Innovation & Economic Development (CIED), which supports start-up companies committed to Western New York. Students work with entrepreneurs on market research, business plan development, operations and record keeping, and unique problem-solving initiatives. The incubator expands the entrepreneurial aspects of our curriculum, enhances internship and employment possibilities, and inspires students to start businesses of their own.
Fredonia maintains accelerated-MBA affiliations with a number of universities where students can obtain a M.B.A. degree in one year. Such 4+1 B.S./M.B.A. programs are currently available with Rochester Institute of Technology, St. Bonaventure University, Alfred University, Clarkson University, Canisius College, Niagara University, Long Island University, SUNY Oswego, and SUNY New Paltz.
Students have a choice of several organizations and clubs, including our award-winning ENACTUS Team, Accounting Society, American Marketing Association, American Society for Quality, Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society, Business Club, Business Students for Success, Music Industry Club, and the School Director's Student Advisory Council to hone their professional skills, build leadership capabilities, and forge friendships that will last a lifetime.
School of Business programs are accredited by the premier accrediting body, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Study abroad is always an option for those wishing to gain a global business perspective first hand, practice language skills, and see the world.
Our goal is to challenge our graduates to achieve excellence and to continue learning throughout their successful careers. Fredonia's School of Business welcomes all those ready to succeed into our unique learning community!