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Rice University’s Undergraduate Business Major, offered through the Virani Undergraduate School of Business, delivers a rigorous and customizable business education grounded in analytical thinking, communication, and leadership. Taught by the same distinguished faculty who lead Rice’s MBA programs, the curriculum combines a solid foundation in business with opportunities to specialize in either Finance or Management. The program is designed to prepare students for impactful careers in a competitive business environment, providing small class sizes, personal mentorship, and integrated career support.
Students begin with core courses in finance, marketing, accounting, strategy, and business communications. As they progress, they select one of two concentrations—Finance or Management—allowing them to tailor their academic path to their professional interests. The close-knit community and high faculty engagement make Rice’s program ideal for high-achieving students seeking personalized support and intellectual challenge.
Core Business Curriculum:
All students complete foundational coursework in the following areas:
Accounting
Finance
Marketing
Strategy
Business Communications
Concentration Options (Select One):
Finance:
Corporate Finance
Investment Analysis
Asset Valuation
Management:
Strategic Management
Leadership and Teamwork
Negotiation and Decision-Making
Marketing Strategy
Faculty Research Projects: Opportunities for collaboration with MBA faculty
Mentorship: Close academic guidance through small cohorts
Team Projects: Practical application of theory to real business problems
Leadership Development: Embedded in management concentration
Student Community: Collaborative culture supported by Rice’s advising and academic support teams
Graduates are prepared for roles in consulting, finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship
Strong foundation for pursuing MBA or other graduate business programs
Access to Rice’s network of alumni and industry partners
Career support provided by Rice Business Career Development Office through internships, resume workshops, and employer networking events
School Report, Counselor Recommendation, Mid Year Report, Final Report and 2 Teachers Evaluation RequiredApplication to be done through Common App2 required Writing supplement questions. Depending on your answers to some questions you will be required to complete additional writing questions.Common App personal essay requiredSAT/ACT Update: Submitting SAT or ACT scores is recommended but not mandatory for applicants. Official Scores: Must be sent directly from testing organizations. Rice's codes: SAT/TOEFL – 6609; ACT – 4152. For detailed information, refer to Rice University's Office of Admission.English Language Proficiency: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by either: Completing at least two years of full-time study in an English-language curriculum prior to applying. Submitting official scores from one of the following English proficiency tests: MathWeb +1, Rice University CS +1, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Minimum score of 100 on the internet-based test (iBT). International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Minimum score of 7. Rice University Admissions Cambridge English Exams (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency): Minimum score of 185. Rice University Admissions Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 130. Official test scores must be sent directly from the testing organization. Rice's TOEFL code is 6609. Note: The TOEFL iBT Home Edition is accepted, but the TOEFL ITP Plus is not.SAT/ACT Superscoring: Rice considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates for both SAT and ACT. Rice University Admissions Essay Sections: SAT Essay and ACT Writing sections are neither required nor considered.SAT/ACT Score Reporting- Score Reporting: U.S. high school students may self-report test scores; official scores are required upon enrollment. ConsultantInvestment AnalystFinancial AnalystBusiness StrategistMarketing ManagerOperations ManagerProduct ManagerEntrepreneur
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