University of Richmond Robins School of Business

Undergraduate Business

Our students have their fingers on the pulse of our constantly changing world, but their foundations are in the broad perspectives of the liberal arts. They learn from teacher-scholars in intimate classes. Equipped with 21st century skills, our students become world-ready graduates who are exhilarated by the global marketplace and enthusiastic about making an impact.

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Feature Stories

Richmond professor survives climbing accident, brings experience to the classroom

In January 2018, DeJarnette was running his own rock climbing company, about to start a new consulting project with CapTech, and gearing up to teach MBA students about leadership and foresight. Then, everything changed.

MBA alumni friendship expands across continents

While in the program, she met her two best friends, Sam Chin and Adam Tate, GB’14. Since graduating, they have traveled to Spain, Morocco, and Peru together.

The Richmond MBA teams with VACEOs for second Future-Proofing Your Career event

The 2019 theme focused on the importance of mentoring and connected RVA women through roundtable discussions facilitated by VACEO members and sponsors.

Marketing students win big in conferences, scholarships

The executive board of the University of Richmond chapter of the American Marketing Association (URAMA) traveled to New Orleans, La. For the AMA International Collegiate Conference this month, competing in the marketing strategy competition.

Alumna joins Latin America marketing team at BlackRock

“I never would have imagined myself at a financial firm. But there’s been so much that I’ve been able to do here and leverage what I learned at the business school,” said Joanna Herrera, ’15.

Dean dedicates EY Innovation Lab at the Robins School of Business

The iLab, which opened in fall of 2017, was constructed as an environment to inspire Robins students to explore new ideas and foster innovation and collaboration.

Sarah Olivia Hipwell, '19

Entrepreneur parlays lessons learned from leadership studies and marketing majors into start-up business.

Amanda Russell, '07, on breaking down barriers every step of the way

She's a serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker, brand ambassador, and creator of a groundbreaking new marketing curriculum and book series focused on the power of influence.

Strategic Marketing students consulting for two RVA companies

The course, specifically for seniors concentrating in marketing, integrates learning from prior courses through hands-on application.

Financially independent alumnus retires at 35

Imagine what you could do if you didn’t have to work. For Brad Barrett, ’01, that dream is a reality.

Meet Susan Quinn, a Richmond MBA Super Mentor

“When people know that you care deeply, relationships form, and last,” Quinn said.

Morgan Owdom, GB'18, Capstone Project helps Mid-Atlantic Energy prepare for severe weather

“I’ve always been good with numbers,” Owdom said. “I knew I wanted to pursue an analytical topic with my project.”

MBA Capstone collaborates with The Health Wagon

“I knew my work would have a significant impact on the future of an organization,” Manuse said.

Bobby Ukrop, B'69, inducted into the Robins School of Business Alumni Hall of Fame

“My heart is filled with gratitude for so many in this room who have played a role in my mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional leadership and growth,” Ukrop said.

Kim VanHuss, B'83, leading CPAs in RVA

Kim VanHuss knew she wanted to be an accountant when she was 16 years old.

Q-camp Process

The Q-camp Process introduces business students to practical career skills through progressive exercises that meet the needs of sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Q-camp

Sophomore students refine career goals, identify job search resources, practice networking skills, and craft a personal brand.

Q2

Focused on summer internships, juniors learn to differentiate themselves as employees, manage their network, and evaluate their fit in an organization.

Q3

Seniors unsure about their plans evaluate their summer experiences, refresh their personal brand, and navigate corporate networking events.

Faculty & Staff Highlights

Robins School named in Money Magazine's Top 10
Money Magazine named the Robins School #6 in its ranking of best colleges for business majors for the second year in a row.
Ashley Austin awarded research award by American Institute of CPAs
Assistant professor of accounting focuses research on blockchain technology.
International Programs Associate Dean named to IES Abroad Curriculum Committee
Tom Cosse will serve a three-year term for the Institute for the International Education of Students Abroad Curriculum Committee, which reviews all of the syllabi that are taught by IES faculty around the world.
Accounting Professor awarded Foundation for Audit Research Grant
Marshall Geiger, CSX Chair in Management and Accounting, was awarded a grant from the Foundation for Audit Research in the Netherlands to review the global academic literature on auditor reporting on financially distressed companies in order to identify best practices and areas in need of further research.
Governor's Administration Appointee Nancy Bagranoff, dean of the Robins School, was named to Governor Northam's Advisory Council on Revenue Estimates.
Changing Face of Retail
With bankruptcy news from two major retailers -- Toys R Us and Sears -- brick and mortar retail continues to face challenges while online and pop-up shops soar. Finance professor and retail expert Tom Arnold can discuss the changes we’ve seen in 2018 and trends for the upcoming holiday shopping season.
Money Magazine names UR in Top 10 Colleges for Business Majors University of Richmond ranked 6th on the list for best colleges for business majors. The article highlighted the signature program Q-camp, which provides programming outside of the classroom focused on networking and being competitive for top jobs.
Dean Named Co-Chair of the Business Accreditation Task Force (BATF)
Bagranoff will co-chair the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business' effort to re-imagine business accreditation.
UR Advising Excellence Award
Laura Thompson, assistant dean for undergraduate student services, was awarded the Advising Excellence Award by The Academic Advising Resource Center.
Fellowship will fund UR professor's project

Monika Kukar-Kinney, professor of marketing, was awarded a Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges Mednick Memorial Fellowship.

Video

Q-camp Process

A look into the Q-camp Process, The Robins School of Business' landmark professional skill-building program, named for alumnus and key University donor Paul Queally B'86. (2015)

Professor and Student Ties (Robins School of Business)

Professors and their students reflect on the memories they have shared and the relationships they have developed with each other while at the Robins School of Business.

Robins School: Study Abroad

A closer look at the Robins School's Study Abroad program through the perspectives of students who spent an entire semester engaged in international study.

International Business: Studying Abroad at the University of Richmond (2013)

Hear as our exchange students tell about their experience studying abroad at the University of Richmond.

Class of 2013 Reflections (Robins School of Business)

Class of 2013 graduates reflect on their memories from the Robins School of Business while at the annual graduation reception celebrating their accomplishments.

Deconstructing Wall Street: Career Opportunities in Finance

Deconstructing Wall Street: Opportunities in Finance is a program sponsored by the University of Richmond Alumni Association and the Office of Alumni and Career Services. (2013)

Innovation and CUIBE Case Competitions

Spring 2013