FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jan. 28, 2008
Moore School of Business Moves Up in Ranking
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The
Financial Times of London has ranked the Moore School of
Business at the University of South Carolina 55th in the world for its master's programs in
the 2008 ranking announced today - up from 72nd in the 2007 ranking.
The school's MBA programs rank 25th among U.S. universities, placing the Moore School ahead
of such institutions as George Washington University, the University of Texas-Austin, and the
University of Notre Dame.
The Moore School continues to be highly regarded on the world stage for its international
business education. The school placed 2nd in the
Financial Times' "Best in International Business" list,
behind only Thunderbird School of Global Management. That makes Moore School No. 1 among public
institutions in this category, based on alumni recommendations.
"We are very pleased with the Moore School's rankings, especially regarding the international
experience gained by our students," said Dean Hildy Teegen. "It is clear that our efforts to
maintain and to advance our place among business schools around the world are being recognized."
The
Times rankings take into account a number of criteria,
grouped into three main areas: alumni salaries and career development, the diversity and
international reach of the business school and its MBA programs, and the research capabilities of
each school. The newspaper surveys graduates three years after they have completed their degree to
assess the effect of the MBA on their subsequent career progression and salary growth.
To be eligible for the ranking, a business school must be internationally accredited by a
body such as the AACSB International - The Association for Advancement of Collegiate Schools of
Business. A total of 156 business schools met criteria for participation this year, of which, 100
were shown in final rankings.
Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina has more than 3,900 students in
its undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Founded in 1919, Moore School has achieved
international recognition through innovative program development and quality research conducted by
its faculty.
For more information contact:
Dr. Hildy Teegen, Dean
803-777-3176
Dr. Scott Koerwer, Deputy Dean
803-777-3176
Janet Katz. Director of Communication
803-777-2727