University of Hartford Barney School of Business

University of Hartford Barney School of Business Barney offers 9 undergraduate programs as well as MBA, MSAT, MHA, MSBA, & postgraduate 8certificates.

This page provides an opportunity to connect with Barney faculty members, staff, current and prospective students both undergraduate and graduate and alumni. Please connect with us to network, share ideas and know more about Barney School of Business. The Barney School is among the list of 607 business schools worldwide accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). This places us in the top 5 percent of all business schools. AACSB-International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. With over 12,000 business schools around the world, we are now among the top business schools in 38 countries that are accredited to the highest possible standards. The undergraduate and graduate degree programs of the Barney School of Business all reflect our mission to prepare “leaders and decision makers who are globally aware and socially responsible.”

The Barney School of Business is committed to assurance of learning program. The purpose of this process is to examine the degree to which students are achieving the learning goals of the program in which they are enrolled and/or to identify changes that will lead to their success in achieving the learning goals. The School distinguishes itself through its Career Focused Business Education program. We prepare students to be successful business leaders and to apply their knowledge in their field. In addition to classroom knowledge, we have distinct programs for undergraduates, graduates, and executive students. The programs include workshops, networking opportunities, speaker series, mentoring opportunities, and more. The Barney School of Business takes pride in the fact that our full time faculty members hold a doctoral degree (PhD). The faculty specializes in variety of areas including the Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Insurance, Marketing, Management, Tax and much more. In addition, adjunct faculty members integrate real world work experiences in their classroom teaching, along with incorporating the text book applications. The Barney School, in pursuit of its mission to prepare leaders and decision makers who are globally aware, offers several different study-abroad courses and strongly encourages faculty and student participation in international activities. The school has a strong international presence with students, faculty and guests coming from more than 60 countries around the globe.

09/14/2026

The Barney School of Business welcomed its newest students with a special tradition on Friday, Sept. 11 as first-year students gathered for Barney’s Opening Bell Ceremony, “Ring the Bell,” in the Auerbach Stanley Black & Decker Commons.

Designed to mark the beginning of their Barney experience, the ceremony gave first-year students an opportunity to come together as a class, celebrate the start of their college careers, and officially ring in what promises to be an exciting journey at the University of Hartford.

The event also highlighted the many opportunities for involvement beyond the classroom. Representatives from Barney’s student clubs and organizations were on hand to introduce students to the communities, activities, and leadership opportunities available throughout the school.

Following the ceremony, students had the chance to connect with their classmates, faculty, staff, and student organization leaders while enjoying pizza together.

With the bell officially rung, Barney’s newest students are ready to begin their journey—building connections, discovering their interests, and putting their purpose to work from day one.

The Barney School of Business is proud to be selected as an Innovation Grant recipient in the Connecticut Tech Talent Ac...
09/10/2026

The Barney School of Business is proud to be selected as an Innovation Grant recipient in the Connecticut Tech Talent Accelerator 3.0, a statewide AI workforce initiative supported by the Office of Workforce Strategy. Our team looks forward to partnering with the Business-Higher Education Forum, the New England Board of Higher Education, and our business partners, HSB-Hartford Steam Boiler, Synchrony Bank, and Berkeley Financial Specialists to launch the AI in Business Pathways program, which is aimed at building an effective career-ready talent pool. The program will include many innovative components such as AI-centered coursework, targeted badges, graduate certificates or certifications, and real-world learning at partner workplaces.



Read the full story: https://www.hartford.edu/news/press-releases/2026/09/ns-barney-ai-pathways-grant.aspx

Top-tier business education starts here. 🎓💼 The Barney School of Business has been recognized among the top business sch...
09/01/2026

Top-tier business education starts here. 🎓💼 The Barney School of Business has been recognized among the top business schools in the country by The Princeton Reviewand U.S. News & World Report.

Plus, our AACSB accreditation places Barney among the top 6% of business schools worldwide, a distinction that reflects our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and preparing students for what’s next.

Barney welcomes Catherine Ribeiro as the new Director of Career Planning and Development, bringing extensive experience ...
08/27/2026

Barney welcomes Catherine Ribeiro as the new Director of Career Planning and Development, bringing extensive experience in communications, government, business and entrepreneurship to her role supporting student career success.

Ribeiro has worked in both the federal government and private industry. She also previously served with the University of Hartford’s Entrepreneurial Center and Women’s Business Center, where she helped female- and minority-owned businesses launch and grow throughout Greater Hartford.

She holds two bachelor’s degrees from Penn State University and a master’s degree from the London School of Economics. Through her diverse professional background, Ribeiro brings a broad perspective to career development and helping students prepare for meaningful professional opportunities.

Happy first day of classes, Barney Hawks! 📚 A new semester means new opportunities to learn, connect, grow and put your ...
08/24/2026

Happy first day of classes, Barney Hawks! 📚 A new semester means new opportunities to learn, connect, grow and put your purpose to work. Here’s to a successful year ahead - we’re so glad you’re here!

Please join us in welcoming Professor Anae Sobhani as the new Program Director for the Master of Business Analytics (MSB...
08/10/2026

Please join us in welcoming Professor Anae Sobhani as the new Program Director for the Master of Business Analytics (MSBA) program!

With her expertise and passion for business analytics, Professor Sobhani will help lead the MSBA program as students develop the skills to turn data into meaningful business insights.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Ibrahim Onur Oz as the interim chair of the Barney School of Business’s Accounting & Fin...
08/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Ibrahim Onur Oz as the interim chair of the Barney School of Business’s Accounting & Finance Department! 👏

An associate professor of accounting and Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Dr. Oz brings extensive teaching and research experience to the role. His expertise spans financial distress, earnings management, audit quality, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

We’re excited to see his leadership and expertise continue to strengthen the Barney School of Business!

Inspired by classroom experience at the Barney School of Business, Justin Beal ’27 turned a creative passion into a thri...
07/31/2026

Inspired by classroom experience at the Barney School of Business, Justin Beal ’27 turned a creative passion into a thriving business. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and entrepreneurial support, she's building the skills and confidence to grow Origa-Me into a successful venture.

Read Justin's story: https://www.hartford.edu/success-stories/2027/ss-barney-justin-beal-27.aspx

From internships to leadership roles and now a full-time marketing career, Aubrie Lloyd ’25, M’26 made the most of every...
07/25/2026

From internships to leadership roles and now a full-time marketing career, Aubrie Lloyd ’25, M’26 made the most of every opportunity at Barney.

As a marketing student in UHart’s accelerated 3+1 program, Aubrie gained hands-on experience through internships with Lynn Welding, built leadership skills as a resident assistant, and made an impact as PR chair for Best Buddies. With her MBA, concentrating in marketing, she’s preparing to begin her full-time career in the aerospace and manufacturing industry.

“Take advantage of everything available to you,” Aubrie says. “There are so many opportunities for advancement, growth, and professional development if you’re willing to get involved.”

https://www.hartford.edu/success-stories/2026/ss-barney-aubrie-lloyd-25-m26.aspx

🎉 Congratulations to Jiesalea Pagan ’26!Through internships, leadership opportunities, and meaningful networking, Jiesal...
07/21/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Jiesalea Pagan ’26!

Through internships, leadership opportunities, and meaningful networking, Jiesalea turned her UHart experience into a full-time career opportunity with USI Insurance Services—before graduation. Her journey is a testament to how hands-on learning, mentorship, and professional connections at the Barney School of Business prepare students to succeed from day one.

We're proud to celebrate Jiesalea's accomplishments and can't wait to see what's next! Read her full story: https://www.hartford.edu/success-stories/2026/ss-barney-jiesalea-pagan-26.aspx

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