Neely Center Efforts Turn Design Codes into Policy
The Center’s upstream design solutions are propelling Minnesota legislation to improve social media platforms.
Spring 2024 Dean's Report
"With a rich suite of high-quality degree programs at all educational levels, we have a close-to-unique value proposition for our students: no matter where you are in your career journey, a Marshall education will vault you to the next level of success."
— Dean Geoff Garrett
ETHICS OF TECHNOLOGY
"Leaders are facing enormous expectations, not only to demonstrate competence in their understanding of how technology works and how to use it, but also to use it in ethical and responsible ways that benefit their companies, that benefit their workers, their customers, and society at large."
— Nathanael Fast, Director of the Neely Center for Ethical Leadership and Decision Making
Neely Center Efforts Turn Design Codes into Policy
The Center’s upstream design solutions are propelling Minnesota legislation to improve social media platforms.
VEDA Hosts Annual Blockchain Conference
Industry leaders discussed blockchain, AI advancements, and the next stage of the crypto revolution.
Experts Discuss Ethical Dimensions of AI
The Neely Center and the Initiative on Digital Competition gathered leading minds from industry and academia to discuss what’s now and what’s next in responsible AI.
New Bitcoin ETF Trading Drives Excitement for Marshall Experts
SEC rules changes allow firms to trade Bitcoin ETFs, igniting newfound accessibility, legitimacy, and record-high trading.
New Dynamic Duo? AI and People Skills Could Change Business
Associate Professor Nan Jia’s research demonstrates that AI and humans can foster a complementary relationship in the workplace.
Web3 Fall Forum Tackles New Technologies
Experts, academics, and students convened on USC’s campus for discussions about the future of blockchain technology.
AI for Business Major Kicks Off at Marshall and Viterbi
The program’s inaugural cohort of 47 students has inspired and impressed.
Neely Center Introduces First-of-its-Kind Artificial Intelligence Index
The Neely UAS Artificial Intelligence (AI) Index is the first longitudinal public tracking survey, with new data to be published monthly.
Cutting-Edge AI Arrives in Marshall Classrooms
Marshall instructors wasted no time incorporating new technology into the learning environment.
Digital Competition Initiative Searches for Ethics Within Innovation
Marshall's new digital competition initiative asks students create ethical regulations for new technology without stifling progress.
Neely Center Introduces First-of-its-Kind Social Media Index
By tracking usage and quality of experiences, the Social Media Index will allow the public, researchers, and policymakers to make meaningful comparisons across time, events, and platforms, for the first time.
Marshall Initiatives Keep USC on Cutting Edge of Computing Frontiers
Four new Marshall initiatives help students learn about new technology, digital competition, and the ethical ramifications of new advancements.
Psychology of Technology Conference Asks Difficult Questions About AI
The Neely Center hosted a conference for experts, policymakers, and academics to discuss the implications of the new technology.
BUSINESS OF SUSTAINABILITY
"What makes this field of study even more unique at USC is that we have a university-wide sustainability initiative which keeps sustainability on the top of mind for all of us. Every student, staff, and faculty at USC has an opportunity to make a big impact."
"What makes this field of study even more unique at USC is that we have a university-wide sustainability initiative which keeps sustainability on the top of mind for all of us. Every student, staff, and faculty at USC has an opportunity to make a big impact."
— Smrity Randhawa
Assistant Dean Leventhal Undergraduate Programs
Associate Professor of Clinical Accounting
"Identifying scalable solutions and deploying them successfully is not at all easy. Students have to grapple with highly unstructured problems in new contexts and cultures."
— Sriram Dasu, Professor of Data Sciences and Operations
Interview: Geoff Garrett in Poets & Quants
DEAN GARRETT sat down with P&Q to discuss Marshall's strategic plan and how focusing on opportunity and responsibility drive the school's business of sustainability committment.
Marshall Launches First Curriculum-Driven Sustainability Fellowship Program Across Campus
Rising sophomores across all USC schools are invited to apply to new Hayes Barnard Sustainability Fellowship.
Dean Garrett and Professor Adler Co-Lead New Sustainability Course
Supported by guest lecturers and industry experts, the course will explore the challenges and opportunities of the business of sustainability.
OpEd: Hovig Tchalian in The Conversation
Based on his research, TCHALIAN writes in The Conversation that EVs are an old new technology, but its widespread adoption has had a long road affected by technical, economic, and social factors.
USC Marshall Launches Business of Energy Transition Initiative
Gift supports new initiative to advance research, experiential learning, and strategic partnerships related to the role of business in transitioning to sustainable energy systems.
Sustainable Inclusive Growth: New Courses Provide Students Real-World Global Experience
Professor Sriram Dasu’s class aims to increase sustainable inclusive growth with hands-on application for honors students.
Sustainability and Geopolitics: The Global Supply Chain Institute Tackles The World’s Most Pressing Issues
Professors Nick Vyas and Greys Sošić believe the supply chain institute has more to teach than turning a profit.
Trojan Business Helps Feed a Nation
Across generations of a Trojan family tree, California-based farmers believe accounting is the language of business.
Accounting for Good
Faculty and students outline the numerous ways USC Leventhal pushes accounting programs beyond mere numbers, highlighting the schools' efforts in sustainability and other methods of giving back.
COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS EDUCATION
Integrated suite of the highest quality academic programs at all levels
Integrated suite of the highest quality academic programs at all levels
Undergraduate Joint Degree Programs
Offered in unique partnerships with other USC schools, joint degrees are a singular diploma with intentional curricular integration from two schools as a 128-unit, four-year program.
Undergraduate + Graduate Progressive Degree Programs (PDP)
USC’s PDP program provides students the opportunity to pursue master’s degrees in parallel to completing their undergraduate degree requirements.
Undergraduate Joint Degrees
"At Marshall, our goal is to provide the best undergraduate business education that's possible and to maximize what our students learn within four years."
— Vice Dean Ramandeep Randhawa
Progressive Degree Enrollment Soars
USC Marshall has seen a major uptick in enrollment for progressive degree programs among top undergraduate students.
USC-India Innovation Summit Strengthens Ties
President Folt, Dean Garrett, and USC leaders traveled to India to promote win-win opportunities for educational collaboration between the world’s two largest democracies.
USC Marshall and USC Price Announce Joint Degree in Real Estate
Undergraduate joint degree will build on the strengths of both schools to create a world-class real estate program.
USC Marshall and USC Leventhal Announce Joint Degree in Accounting and Finance
New joint degree combines finance education with accounting skills that are in high demand from employers.
BS Artificial Intelligence for Business (BUAI)
Innovating and Building a Cutting-Edge Curriculum: The degree continues Marshall’s mission to prepare the next generation of business leaders for a rapidly evolving tech environment.
Business of Cinematic Arts Joint Degree
First-of-its-kind four-year joint degree program with the USC School of Cinematic Arts for incoming freshmen.
California Business School Deans Annual Conference Explores Opportunities and Innovations
USC Marshall hosts 30+ deans from California’s top business schools for discussions on future challenges and goals.
Undergraduate Innovation
"Our faculty are constantly innovating and building curriculum to enable students to succeed in the dynamic and fluid world of today and tomorrow."
— Vice Dean Ramandeep Randhawa
Modern Comprehensive Business Education
Dean Garrett convened 15 deans from comprehensive business schools to discuss the future of business education.
STEM Designation for All Undergraduate Programs
STEM designation is a recognition of the strong technical and quantitative focus of the Marshall School’s undergraduate curriculum.
Business Emphases
The Emphases program gives our students the opportunity to discover their interests earlier rather than later and pursue them in depth, preparing them for the real world right now.
CAREER PATHWAYS
We believe that learning is lifelong and careers follow pathways. Meet some of our graduating students, recruit Marshall talent, and get inspired by Marshall alumni founder stories.
"I chose Marshall because of the unique blend of experiential learning opportunities it offers [such as] the Student Investment Fund, and the plethora of electives that allow me to customize my MBA."
—Renu Mulay MBA '23 Amazon Web Services Finance Manager
“[At USC] I am most proud of my time serving as the President of the Value Investing Group. I had the privilege of passing down all the knowledge I acquired from older members to two classes of new analysts as I tried to teach them how to invest.”
—Alfonso Aguilar Vazquez '24, Blackstone Analyst
"I'm going back to Deloitte for full-time in consulting. I'm hoping to do M&A consulting."
— Andrew Lung MBA '24
“Upon graduation, I am set to join Ernst & Young’s New York office as a technology consultant within their Data & Analytics practice. This role enables me to transition my passion for data & analytics into a full-time commitment, working alongside industry-leading experts."
Christian Ingul MS Business Analytics '24
“This summer, I’ll be starting a year-long fellowship at Nasdaq as an ESG Content Fellow, contributing directly to Nasdaq’s Metrio, a SaaS platform for ESG Reporting”
— Kyle Evenson MS Business Analytics '25
"After I graduate, I will be joining Deloitte's Audit and Assurance Practice."
— Maya Tompkins '23
"I will be working as an Associate Brand Manager for King’s Hawaiian! I couldn’t be more thrilled to join the team after such an incredible summer internship."
— Caroline Brown MBA '24
"After graduating from the MBA, I’ll be staying in LA to start work as a human capital consultant at Mercer."
— Yamile Bruzza MBA '23
"I plan to work at a startup named Polymer, building native interoperability infrastructure for blockchains."
— Gabriel Perez Carafa '24
"I was able to turn an opportunity to lead a student organization into my full-time job when I graduate. Reach, the first and only collegiate social media organization, was started at USC and we have since expanded it to 55+ universities."
— Dylan Huey '24
Recruiter Portals
GRADUATE RECRUITING
Join our 12TWENTY RECRUITING PORTAL to post jobs, download resume books, and set up interviews. See our PORTAL GUIDE and RESUME BOOK GUIDE or contact MBA.CRC@MARSHALL.USC.EDU.
UNDERGRADUATE RECRUITING
Get started on our HANDSHAKE RECRUITMENT PLATFORM to post jobs and events, see student profiles, and connect with candidates. See our RECRUITER HANDBOOK and join UPCOMING CAREER FAIRS or contact UGCAREERS@MARSHALL.USC.EDU.
ALUMNI FOUNDERS IN ACTION
"After graduating, I am deciding to do exactly what USC Marshall taught me — turn my entrepreneurial visions into a reality. In April, my co-founder (a fellow Trojan) and I will be launching Wholistic Renewal, a holistic health coaching business."
"I want to eventually be able to give away tens of thousands to each winner, so that winning the scholarship isn't just prestigious but meaningful in helping pay for an individual's education."
"At Marshall, there's marketing, there’s business operations, there's finance, accounting, all these things that are not only useful to help me build UpDonor, but to also understand the customers a little bit better."
"I think the two major communities I've had in my career have been the [Trojan Network], and then also the beauty community. So much of what has been important in my career has been other people helping me along the way."
"For anybody that is feeling like they're not in the right place, keep going because you'll know when you find that [special] place and that place for me was Marshall and entrepreneurship and innovation."
"USC Marshall has given me an ever-growing network of like-minded individuals who have inspired in my entrepreneurial journey. I continue to meet alumni all over the world, and it’s been amazing to be inspired by their diverse, global perspectives while I continue my entrepreneurial adventure."
MORE“I returned to USC in January to join the prestigious FIM program, where I focused on developing my skills and expanding my network to further grow my business, Bahamii."
MORE“My experience as an entrepreneur has been a practical extension of USC's emphasis on ethical and adaptive leadership, demonstrating the direct impact of Marshall's teachings on my professional endeavors.”
MORE"The MSSE program created the practical foundation of how to evaluate opportunities and learning from successful entrepreneurs on how they executed their vision that has given me the confidence to go after my own dreams."
MORE"I left USC feeling like I had a serious advantage when it came to launching and running my business. I have kept in touch with many of my professors, most of whom have now become brilliant mentors to me during my entrepreneurial journey.”
MORERESEARCH + TEACHING EXCELLENCE
2023 Highlights
Cutting-Edge Research Exhibited at Marshall Fair
From craft whiskey to financial crime, the Marshall Research Fair showcased groundbreaking studies in multiple subjects.
USC Marshall to Host 2024 Tenure Project
The 3rd annual conference focuses on important issues affecting Black, Latinx, and Native junior faculty obtaining tenure in U.S. business schools.
USC Marshall Announces Five New Teaching Chairs and Inaugural Appointees
Dean Garrett’s flagship teaching chair program ensures the school will attract and retain the most innovative, inspiring educators and mentors for Marshall and Leventhal students.
Associate Dean Fiss Offers an Overview of Research at Marshall
Associate Dean for Research Peer Fiss discusses the significance of research at USC Marshall, including its drive toward excellence, groundbreaking innovation, and positive environmental impact.
USC Marshall Faculty Hiring Initiative Advances Toward Goal of Gender Parity and Diversity
Marshall builds organizational diversity with focus on underrepresented scholars.
USC Marshall Teaching & Innovation
Dean Garrett and Vice Dean Patti Mills discuss Marshall's innovative educators and the school’s push to reward faculty members that leave a lasting impact in students' lives.
Awards + Honors
Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: May 2024 and Year-End Recognitions
We are thrilled to congratulate Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research, 2023–2024 awards, and other accolades.
For a complete list of Golden Apple and Golden Compass Awards, voted on by students, please visit HERE.
For a complete list of Faculty and Staff Awards, please visit HERE.
Edward E. Lawler Receives the USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award
Awarded to a select few, the prestigious award recognizes eminent careers and notable contributions by retired faculty.
K.R. Subramanyam Earns Prestigious 2024 Provost’s Mentoring Award
The Associate Dean of Marshall’s PhD program and accounting professor was recognized for his significant impact on mentees.
DSO Professor Receives USC Mentoring Award
The USC Provost awards Yingying Fan for her extraordinary mentorship.
Professor’s Research Named 2023 Winner by AMA
Stephanie Tully’s analysis of consumer spending earned recognition for contributing to the marketing practice.
Lan Luo Wins Prestigious Jagdish N. Sheth Award for Research
The Marshall professor was honored for her research into consumer behavior and market demand.
Professor’s Field Study Wins Research Award
Somya Singhvi’s analysis of India’s online agri-platform won a research-based competition.
Marshall Professor’s Book on Trust Earns Widespread Acclaim
Peter Kim’s book has received rave reviews in multiple media outlets.
Lottery Research Paper Wins Award for Marshall Professor
Cary D. Frydman’s research into perceived lottery payoffs earned him a prestigious award within the experimental finance field.
Marshall Professor Receives NIH Grant
Lorena Martin’s award-winning research explores how strenuous activity affects specific populations.
Greek Prime Minister Appoints Marshall Professor to AI Advisory Committee
Kimon Drakopoulos will serve as a key advisor to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on AI integration policy.
Finance Professor First USC Faculty Inducted into Prestigious Body
David Hirshleifer became the first USC professor to become an FMA Fellow.
Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: May 2023 and Year-End Roundup
We are thrilled to congratulate our faculty on recently accepted and published research, 2022-2023 teaching and research awards, and new chair appointments.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Marshall students hear firsthand from industry titans who share their expertise and insights.
"You can have a great idea, [but if] you don’t have good execution, it doesn’t really matter at the end of the day."
—Alli Webb, Founder, Drybar
"To work in women’s sports is to work in mission. The people that are going to do the best work are dedicating their lives to it."
— Kara Nortman, ACFC Co-founder, Monarch Collective Managing Partner
“We can fiercely defend what is ours, and also fiercely embrace our different roots and upbringings. We know too well what happens when we fail to do this the right way.”
— Katherine Tai, U.S. Trade Representative
“We identify projects that help to deal with climate change. But then, we don’t want to just keep focusing on climate change and ignore the fact that sometimes these great climate change projects can kill a lot of small business or hurt local communities. How do we create balance?”
— Dominic Ng, Chairman and CEO, East West Bank
Drybar Founder Alli Webb Talks Styling and Success at Greif Center
Alli Webb shared her story and entrepreneurial wisdom with a packed house of Marshall students.
Deans' Dialogue: Angel City FC Founders Discuss Changing the Game
Kara Nortman, Julie Uhrman, and Sophia Bush joined Deans Garrett and Bay for a discussion on progress in women’s sports.
US Trade Representative Katherine Tai: Trade is a 'Force for Good'
Ambassador Katherine Tai spoke before a crowd of hundreds at a recent Dean’s Dialogue with USC Marshall Dean Geoff Garrett and investor Jaeson Ma.
Dean's Dialogue: Economic Cooperation in the Pacific with Dominic Ng
East West Bank Chairman and CEO Dominic Ng joined Dean Garrett to discuss sustainability, AI, and his new role as chair of the APEC Business Advisory Council.
RANKINGS