About Rice Business
Building the Future of Business Together
Rice Business is home to the Jones Graduate School of Business and the Virani Undergraduate School of Business at Rice University. Our culture of innovation and diversity equips students with the skills, insights and resources needed to succeed as the next generation of leaders.
Mission
Developing principled, innovative thought leaders in global communities.
Vision
Rice Business will be widely recognized for its impact on the understanding of how individuals and organizations succeed and improve the world through their activities and for the capabilities of its graduates to lead or launch highly effective and innovative firms.
Our Reputation
Building the Future of Business
We are delighted to announce the unveiling of plans for a new school building. This impressive 112,000-square-foot structure has been designed to accommodate the evolving needs of our community and unprecedented growth, featuring state-of-the-art classrooms, modern office spaces and vibrant amenities such as dining areas, open gathering spaces and facilities for private events. The new building will seamlessly integrate with McNair Hall, enhancing our campus environment and ensuring we continue to cultivate a collaborative culture.
10,000+ Graduate Alumni All Over the World
Become part of our vibrant alumni family. By staying connected and engaging with the school, you'll foster lasting connections and professional growth.
Our Programs
The Rice MBA
- Full-Time MBA
- Professional MBA (Evening and Weekend options)
- Hybrid MBA
- Executive MBA
- MBA@Rice: Online MBA
Coordinated and Dual Degrees
- MD/MBA Program (in collaboration with the Baylor College of Medicine)
Graduate and Undergraduate Degree Programs
- Master of Accounting
- Ph.D. in Business
- Undergraduate Business Major, Business Minor and Entrepreneurship Minor
- Deferred Enrollment
Executive Education
- Open Enrollment Programs for Individuals
- Custom Programs for Organizations
- Online Programs
Celebrating 50 Years
This is a big year for Rice Business: 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of our founding. What started as a graduate school with just two degree options is now home to nine outstanding programs, including an undergraduate major, which has become one of the most popular majors at Rice.
Helpful Resources
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