Simon Business School

Simon Business School is the graduate business school of the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York. Named for former U.S. Treasury Secretary William E. Simon, it is known for rigorous quantitative and analytical training, economics-based management education, and strong programs in finance, accounting, marketing, and business analytics. The school offers full-time and part-time MBA degrees, specialized master’s programs, PhD programs, and executive education. Located on the University of Rochester’s River Campus, Simon emphasizes data-driven decision making, research-active faculty, and close ties to industry. It is AACSB-accredited and attracts a sizable share of international students, particularly in its STEM-designated master’s and MBA pathways. Alumni work across consulting, finance, technology, healthcare, and other sectors worldwide. As part of a private research university, Simon students also have access to broader University of Rochester academic resources, libraries, and campus facilities while studying in a smaller, collaborative business-school setting.