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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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Jenny Lerman in front of the Pulichino Tong Business Center.
Jenny Lerman '24
Business Administration (Entrepreneurship Concentration)

Jenny Lerman hit reset during the pandemic, transferred home to UML and earned a business degree.

UMass Lowell has some kind of energy that’s different from other schools.
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Emily Lara
Emily Lara '20
Business Administration

Manning School of Business grad Emily Lara ’20 has been California dreamin’ for some time. Now her dream is coming true.

One of the biggest things UMass Lowell has helped me with is learning how to work in teams with other people.
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Tan Nhat Huynh
Tan Nhat Huynh '18
Marketing, International Business

UMass Lowell was love at first sight for business major Tan Nhat Nuynh, a native of Vietnam, who is making the most of his opportunities in and out of the classroom.

I immediately loved the environment and atmosphere here ... The whole town felt like the university, which interested me.
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Twisha Mohapatra in the audience during Oprah Winfrey's visit to UMass Lowell.
Twisha Mohapatra '21
Business

Twisha Mohapatra says her experiences in the River Hawk Scholars Academy and the Honors College have boosted her confidence, taught her leadership skills and set her up for academic success.

My self-esteem has skyrocketed. I’m a leader now. Before, I never thought of myself as a leader.
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Victor Souza skydiving with a friend
Victor Souza '21
Accounting

Accounting student Victor Souza knew all about hard work when he arrived at UMass Lowell. His focus was on getting involved during his undergraduate career — while also gaining valuable professional experience through internships.

Graduating college and going out in the real world, ... I’m not going to stress about it. I’m excited. I’m ready to take it on.
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