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| name = Stanford Graduate School of Business
| name = Stanford Graduate School of Business
| image = Stanford GSB logo.svg
| image = Stanford GSB logo.png
| established = 1925
| established = 1925
| type = Private
| type = Private
| parent = [[Stanford University]]
| dean = Jonathan Levin
| dean = Jonathan Levin
| city = [[Stanford, California]]
| city = Stanford
| country = [[United States]]
| state = California
| students = 850 (MBA)
| country = United States
| faculty = 125
| campus = Suburban
| website = [https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/ gsb.stanford.edu]
| website = [https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/ gsb.stanford.edu]
}}
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The '''Stanford Graduate School of Business''' ('''GSB''') is the [[graduate business school]] of [[Stanford University]]. It is located in [[Stanford, California]]. The school offers a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA), the [[Stanford MSx Program]] (a one-year, full-time [[Master of Science]] program for mid-career professionals), and a [[PhD]] program, along with various joint degrees with other schools at Stanford including [[Stanford Law School]] and the [[Stanford School of Engineering]].
The '''Stanford Graduate School of Business''' ('''GSB''') is one of the leading business schools in the world, located at [[Stanford University]] in [[Stanford, California]]. Established in 1925, the school offers a variety of programs including the [[Master of Business Administration|MBA]], the [[Stanford MSx Program|MSx Program]], and a wide range of executive education programs.


== History ==
== History ==
The Stanford Graduate School of Business was established in 1925 when [[Herbert Hoover]], an alumnus of Stanford, encouraged the university to create a business school. The first dean was Willard Hotchkiss. The school has grown significantly since its inception and is now one of the most prestigious business schools in the world.
The Stanford Graduate School of Business was founded in 1925 with the goal of providing a rigorous business education that would prepare students for leadership roles in the business world. The school has grown significantly over the years, expanding its programs and facilities to accommodate a diverse student body and a wide range of academic interests.


== Academics ==
== Academic Programs ==
The GSB offers several academic programs:
* [[Master of Business Administration|MBA]]: A two-year, full-time program.
* [[Stanford MSx Program]]: A one-year, full-time program for experienced professionals.
* [[PhD]]: A doctoral program in various fields of business.
* Joint Degrees: Programs in collaboration with other Stanford schools, such as [[Stanford Law School]], [[Stanford School of Engineering]], and [[Stanford School of Medicine]].


== Research and Centers ==
=== MBA Program ===
The GSB is home to several research centers and initiatives, including:
The MBA program at Stanford GSB is a two-year, full-time program that emphasizes leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in general management principles while allowing for customization through electives and joint degree programs.
* [[Center for Entrepreneurial Studies]]
 
* [[Center for Social Innovation]]
=== MSx Program ===
* [[Corporate Governance Research Initiative]]
The Stanford MSx Program is a one-year, full-time program designed for mid-career professionals who wish to advance their careers or transition to new roles. The program offers a flexible curriculum that allows students to tailor their studies to their individual career goals.
* [[Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies]] (SEED)
 
=== Executive Education ===
Stanford GSB offers a variety of executive education programs for business leaders and executives. These programs are designed to provide advanced management training and leadership development.
 
== Research and Faculty ==
Stanford GSB is known for its cutting-edge research in various fields of business and management. The faculty at Stanford GSB includes renowned scholars and practitioners who contribute to the advancement of knowledge in areas such as finance, marketing, organizational behavior, and strategy.
 
== Campus and Facilities ==
The Stanford GSB campus is located on the Stanford University campus in the heart of Silicon Valley. The facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, research centers, and collaborative spaces designed to foster innovation and learning.


== Notable Alumni ==
== Notable Alumni ==
The GSB has produced many notable alumni, including:
Stanford GSB has a long list of notable alumni who have made significant contributions to business and society. These include [[Phil Knight]], co-founder of Nike, [[Mary Barra]], CEO of General Motors, and [[Jeffrey Skoll]], first president of eBay.
* [[Phil Knight]], co-founder of [[Nike, Inc.]]
* [[Charles Schwab]], founder of [[Charles Schwab Corporation]]
* [[Penny Pritzker]], former [[United States Secretary of Commerce]]
* [[Mary Barra]], CEO of [[General Motors]]


== Campus ==
== Admissions ==
The GSB is located on the [[Stanford University]] campus in [[Stanford, California]]. The Knight Management Center, which opened in 2011, is the main complex for the GSB and includes classrooms, faculty offices, and student facilities.
Admission to Stanford GSB is highly competitive, with a rigorous selection process that evaluates candidates based on their academic achievements, professional experience, leadership potential, and personal qualities.


== Related Pages ==
== Also see ==
* [[Stanford University]]
* [[Stanford University]]
* [[Stanford Law School]]
* [[Harvard Business School]]
* [[Stanford School of Engineering]]
* [[Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania]]
* [[Stanford School of Medicine]]
* [[MIT Sloan School of Management]]
* [[Master of Business Administration]]
* [[PhD]]


== See Also ==
{{Stanford University}}
* [[List of business schools in the United States]]
* [[List of Stanford University people]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


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The Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) is one of the leading business schools in the world, located at Stanford University in Stanford, California. Established in 1925, the school offers a variety of programs including the MBA, the MSx Program, and a wide range of executive education programs.

History

The Stanford Graduate School of Business was founded in 1925 with the goal of providing a rigorous business education that would prepare students for leadership roles in the business world. The school has grown significantly over the years, expanding its programs and facilities to accommodate a diverse student body and a wide range of academic interests.

Academic Programs

MBA Program

The MBA program at Stanford GSB is a two-year, full-time program that emphasizes leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in general management principles while allowing for customization through electives and joint degree programs.

MSx Program

The Stanford MSx Program is a one-year, full-time program designed for mid-career professionals who wish to advance their careers or transition to new roles. The program offers a flexible curriculum that allows students to tailor their studies to their individual career goals.

Executive Education

Stanford GSB offers a variety of executive education programs for business leaders and executives. These programs are designed to provide advanced management training and leadership development.

Research and Faculty

Stanford GSB is known for its cutting-edge research in various fields of business and management. The faculty at Stanford GSB includes renowned scholars and practitioners who contribute to the advancement of knowledge in areas such as finance, marketing, organizational behavior, and strategy.

Campus and Facilities

The Stanford GSB campus is located on the Stanford University campus in the heart of Silicon Valley. The facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, research centers, and collaborative spaces designed to foster innovation and learning.

Notable Alumni

Stanford GSB has a long list of notable alumni who have made significant contributions to business and society. These include Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, and Jeffrey Skoll, first president of eBay.

Admissions

Admission to Stanford GSB is highly competitive, with a rigorous selection process that evaluates candidates based on their academic achievements, professional experience, leadership potential, and personal qualities.

Also see