UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business

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The UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business shapes the future of business by equipping leaders with the essential skills needed to thrive in a digitally driven world. Our AI infused curriculum continually adapts to address the ever-changing opportunities, ensuring our graduates are prepared to lead with innovation and confidence. With a deep commitment to inclusive excellence—a foundational princ

iple that defines every aspect of our academic and social environment—we strive to create an atmosphere where diversity, equity, and inclusion are woven into the very fabric of our culture. Our range of programs include MBA programs (Full-Time MBA, Flex MBA, and Executive MBA), two dual degrees (JD/MBA and MD/MBA), a Master of Professional Accountancy, Master of Finance, Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MS in Business Analytics, MS in Biotechnology Management, PhD, and undergraduate business degrees. Each program emphasizes creative and critical thinking, strategic decision-making, leadership, and innovation through a blend of in-class, online, and experiential learning with real-world business challenges. The Merage School consistently ranks among the top 10% of all AACSB-accredited programs because of exceptional student recruitment, world-class faculty and research, and a strong alumni network. Our close relationships with individual business executives, Fortune 500 companies, and global corporations further enhance our academic rigor and entrepreneurial spirit. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Tech Coast, the Merage School uniquely blends the academic excellence of the University of California with the dynamic energy and innovation of Orange County. Our strategic location offers unparalleled access to leading industries, including FinTech, BioTech, HealthTech, and Digital Media, providing our students with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge companies and thought leaders. This proximity to industry hubs enables us to integrate real-world insights into our curriculum, ensuring that our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and experience to excel in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven marketplace.

09/03/2026

Ready to take your finance skills to the next level? 📈 Meet Nimsy, a Master of Finance (MFin) student at the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business, who shares how the program helped her dive deeper into the technical and analytical side of finance.

From financial statement analysis to building skills in Python and Excel, Nimsy highlights how the MFin program has helped prepare her for a career in financial analysis. She also shares how support from the Merage Career Center, alumni and her peers has created a close-knit community throughout her experience. Watch Nimsy’s story to discover how Merage can help you think differently, speak differently and show up differently! 🎓

Ready to take the next step? Apply to the Master of Finance program here: https://merage.uci.edu/programs/masters/master-finance/admissions.html?utum

Watch Nimsy’s story to learn more! 🎓 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7XuLBgDrf4

The Pacific Life LIFEvest Financial Literacy Program is celebrating its 16th successful summer. 💼This year, LIFEvest wel...
08/29/2026

The Pacific Life LIFEvest Financial Literacy Program is celebrating its 16th successful summer. 💼

This year, LIFEvest welcomed more than 130 high school students to UC Irvine for a week-long residential college experience, bringing our total to more than 1,600 students served since the program began. Participants lived in the dorms alongside student RAs, attended daily financial literacy instruction and visited leading financial and business firms across Orange County to see career pathways firsthand.

The week culminated in students presenting their LIFEplan projects to our partner organizations, with industry volunteers coaching each team through practice rounds and final presentations.

Thank you to our funders, Pacific Life Foundation and Capital Group, for making this work possible.

We're grateful for Experian, Hyundai Capital, PIMCO, Pacific Life and Capital Group for hosting our students on site, and to the volunteers from Apriem Advisors, First Citizens Bank, Farmers & Merchants Trust, D.A. Davidson, Wiederman & Madurowic and Pinnacle Consulting Group for investing their time in the next generation.

The Paul Merage School of Business celebrates Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu festival honoring the bond between brothers and si...
08/28/2026

The Paul Merage School of Business celebrates Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu festival honoring the bond between brothers and sisters.

Through the tradition of tying a rakhi, the holiday celebrates love, care, and the enduring commitment siblings share to support and protect one another.

UC Irvine entrepreneurship is making its mark! 💡 Meet Burton Liu, a UC Irvine Business Economics student and founder of ...
08/28/2026

UC Irvine entrepreneurship is making its mark! 💡 Meet Burton Liu, a UC Irvine Business Economics student and founder of KRUCE, recently featured by Alumni Emporium alongside entrepreneurs from top business schools. Burton created KRUCE, the world’s first Phone + Wallet + Keys solution, inspired by his passion for entrepreneurship and solving everyday problems.

From navigating challenges to learning to trust the process, Burton’s journey reflects the determination and innovative thinking of UC Irvine’s business community. Discover his story and learn more about the inspiration behind KRUCE through his Alumni Emporium spotlight! 🚀

Visit Alumni Emporium to explore Burton’s feature and other UC Irvine entrepreneurs 🚀: https://alumni-emporium.com/

08/27/2026

Ready to build the technical skills and confidence to launch your career in finance? 📈 Meet Cameron, a recent graduate of the Master of Finance (MFin) program at the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business, who shares how the program helped him bridge his business economics background with the advanced technical skills needed in the finance industry.

Discover how the MFin program helped Cameron explore areas like mergers and acquisitions, refine his career goals and prepare for the next step in his professional journey. Watch Cameron’s story to learn how Merage can help turn your interest in finance into an industry-ready skill set! 🎓
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4wVGeLmmj8

08/21/2026

Ready to turn your innovative ideas into reality? 💡 Meet Claire, a graduate of the Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MIE) program at the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business, who shares how cross-disciplinary collaboration, from PhD computer science students to MFin and MBA peers, helped her build rapid pitching skills and the confidence to connect with diverse minds.

Discover how MIE's collaborative community can help you master the art of networking and pitching to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey.
Watch Claire's story now! 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urASG7FxF5A

Orange County is quietly becoming one of the top spots in the country for income growth, and UC Irvine is at the heart o...
08/18/2026

Orange County is quietly becoming one of the top spots in the country for income growth, and UC Irvine is at the heart of it. 📈 A new SmartAsset study found Irvine ranked seventh nationally in real income growth for 2024, with economist Raymond Sfeir crediting the university's research park for drawing highly paid researchers and startups to the city.

As the region's business hub grows, the Paul Merage School of Business continues to prepare the leaders and innovators driving that momentum, from the tech and healthcare companies expanding here to the startups shaping Orange County's future. Read the full LA Times story to see how Irvine stacks up nationally.

Read more here: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-08-12/orange-county-has-some-of-highest-income-growth-in-america-survey-shows

08/17/2026

Discover how the Master in Management (MiM) program at the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business transforms careers! 🚀 In this testimonial, Liliia shares her experience with the program, highlighting the networking opportunities, the supportive campus environment and the guidance provided by the Career Center.

From strategic decision-making to technology and collaborative leadership, Merage prepares students to build meaningful connections and grow both personally and professionally.

Watch Liliia's story now! 🎥

Say hello to the newest addition to our Anteater community! 🏀 Olivier Rioux, a 7'9" center and Florida transfer, has sig...
08/14/2026

Say hello to the newest addition to our Anteater community! 🏀 Olivier Rioux, a 7'9" center and Florida transfer, has signed with UC Irvine Men's Basketball, becoming one of the most recognizable student-athletes in the country. A native of Terrebonne, Quebec, Rioux redshirted on Florida's 2025 national championship team and brings a unique blend of size, skill and character to Southern California.
As Rioux begins his journey as an Anteater on and off the court, we're proud to welcome him into the larger UC Irvine community that the Paul Merage School of Business calls home. Welcome to Irvine, Olivier — we can't wait to cheer you on this season! 💙💛


Read more here: https://ucirvinesports.com/news/2026/4/30/mens-basketball-uc-irvine-mens-basketball-signs-7-9-olivier-rioux

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