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The Virani Undergraduate School of Business
Our undergraduate programs empower future leaders and innovators, equipping them with the business fundamentals to drive change and shape the world.
Introducing the Virani Undergraduate School of Business
We’re excited to announce the naming of the undergraduate business programs, thanks to a generous gift from Houston leaders Farid and Asha Virani. This historic contribution will support the continued growth of our undergraduate business community through curricular and co-curricular advancement and a new associate dean position. Let’s celebrate this milestone!
Business Major
Looking for a robust foundation in leadership and business fundamentals, including finance, economics, accounting, marketing and communications along with additional advanced courses to earn a concentration in finance and management? Then the undergraduate business major is for you.
Business Minor
By offering the opportunity to complement your major field of study, the undergraduate business minor helps you develop a critical understanding of business concepts, decision-making frameworks and practical skills in communications, teamwork and organizational effectiveness.
Entrepreneurship Minor
The Entrepreneurship minor, a joint offering with the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing, provides Rice students with a pathway to pursue rigorous and interdisciplinary study in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship. The minor is administered by the Liu Idea Lab for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
MBA Deferred Enrollment
Secure your spot at a top-ranked Full-Time MBA program in the most diverse city in the U.S. before you graduate from college. International students and all majors are welcome to apply.
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