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The UMass Lowell Robert J. Manning School of Business delivers high quality, accessible undergraduate and graduate education. We produce influential research and provide an inclusive learning environment that offers rigorous, transformative experiences. Our students engage in entrepreneurial opportunities to explore innovation and the power of inter-disciplinary collaboration. Manning graduates are work ready and prepared to contribute to the global business community.

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Shaymus Dunn pictured with master of science in accounting student, Nam Dinh, who both work at EverQuote, visit NASDAQ as company files IPO
Shaymus Dunn '20
Accounting

Business student Shaymus Dunn got hands-on accounting experience – and an unexpected visit to the NASDAQ stock exchange – during his summer internship at EverQuote.

I’ve always been interested in the stock market, but to experience it firsthand is something I never expected I’d get to do.
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UMass Lowell business student Kristin Kihara holds a tablet displaying the cover of her magazine Black.
Kristin Kihara '24
Business Administration, Entrepreneurship

Kristin Kihara started her own digital magazine, Black, highlighting creators who “aren’t really seen.”

There’s a big African population here, and I wanted to go somewhere where I’d feel comfortable.
Read More About Kristin Kihara 
Robert Leonard sits at a laptop and microphone with headphones around his neck ready to record his podcast, "Millennial Investing"
Robert Leonard '16, '18
Business Administration

In addition to his day job as a finance manager, Manning School of Business alumnus Robert Leonard ’16, ’18 hosts the “Millennial Investing” podcast, runs his own real estate investment firm and is about to launch an interactive online platform for real estate investors.

I have a lot of things going on, but I’m entrepreneurial because I want to work. I love it. I would do it even if I didn’t have to.
Read More About Robert Leonard 
Jason McKeon poses for photo in front of Pulichino Tong building.
Jason McKeon '24
International Business and Finance

Class of 2024 Vice President Jason McKeon has made the most of every minute at UML.

Ever since I was young, I knew I was going to go to UMass Lowell. It’s a quality education at an affordable cost.
Read More About Jason McKeon 
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Anna Kouadio '23
Marketing and Management

After living through civil war in her native Ivory Coast, Senior Class President Anna Kouadio is grateful for her opportunities at UML.

I fell in love with this school. I don’t know if people say that, but I did.
Read More About Anna Kouadio 
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    Country Roads Lead Back to UML for Jilly Martin ’09

    UMass Lowell alum Jilly Martin ’09 has built a successful country music career with the duo Martin and Kelly by applying the skills she learned as a business student to thrive as an independent artist and entrepreneur.
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    Business Students Close the Deal at Sales Challenge

    Manning School of Business students put their skills to the test at the inaugural UMass Lowell Sales Challenge, part of a growing sales curriculum and new Sales Hub initiative.
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    Persistence Pays Off for DifferenceMaker Winners

    Team Pawva’s Smart Pet Bed, which tracks the weight, body temperature and sleeping patterns of a dog or cat, took the top prize at the Rist DifferenceMaker Institute’s 13th annual $50,000 Idea Challenge.
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    Show and Tell: Student Researchers Take Center Stage

    More than 200 students showcased their research work and academic endeavors at the 28th annual Student Research and Community Engagement Symposium at University Crossing.
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