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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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David Levine, UMass Lowell accounting student, seated in an office cubicle
David Levine '23
Accounting

A lost internship during the pandemic led David Levine to a promising career path at accounting firm LGA.

UMass Lowell provides a ton of opportunities for students, but you have to be paying attention when they come.
Read More About David Levine 
Drew Epperson crouches on an athletic field at UMass Lowell
Drew Epperson ’21
Management

Drew Epperson ’21 landed a two-year player development trainee internship with the Kansas City Royals.

It's definitely a dream come true. I’m lucky to be around something I love to do every day.
Read More About Drew Epperson 
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Julia Marino ’24
Finance and Marketing

Transfer business student Julia Marino discovered a passion for sales at UML.

With my real-world internship experience, I’m able to apply what I’m learning in school and put it all together.
Read More About Julia Marino 
Davood Dashti takes a selfie in the Pulichino Tong Business Center
Davood Dashti '19
International Business

Davood Dashti’s love of photography helped him transition from home in Iran to college life in the United States. Now, the Manning School of Business student is focused on a professional photography career.

My business degree can definitely help me become a professional photographer. It teaches you how to deal with customers, promote your product, find your location or manage your money.
Read More About Davood Dashti 
Rupal Trivedi poses with her family at UMass Lowell commencement
Rupal Trivedi ’94, ’95, ’22
Computer Science, MBA

Software engineer Rupal Trivedi returned to her college roots when the time came to get an MBA.

An MBA is the key. It has opened my eyes to a world I didn’t know about before.
Read More About Rupal Trivedi 
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Named a Best Online Bachelor's Business

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A Best Online Master's in Business

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A Best Online MBA
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A Best Online Master's in Business for Veterans
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A Best Online MBA for Veterans
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    Executive Decision: Alum Returns to Mentor Business Students New

    David Laurello ’81, ’88, former CEO of Stratus Technologies, has returned to his alma mater as executive in residence at the Manning School of Business, mentoring students, teaching courses and bridging the gap between academia and industry.
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    Business Professor Breaks Down Grocery Price Disparity

    JM Song, an associate professor of operations and information systems, explains how factors like price discrimination, operational costs and market demand contribute to grocery price disparities, following a report on Stop & Shop’s higher prices in an urban Boston location.
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    At Ethics Fest, Students Look Beyond the Bottom Line

    Ethics Fest, hosted by the Donahue Center for Business Ethics & Social Responsibility, invited nearly 300 students to explore a range of ethical dilemmas through interactive stations, discussions and real-life scenarios.
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