Fuqua School of Business
Overview
The Fuqua School of Business is the business school of Duke University, located in Durham, North Carolina, United States. It currently enrolls more than 1,300 students in degree-seeking programs. These programs include the Daytime Master of Business Administration (MBA), the Global Executive MBA, the Weekend Executive MBA, the Cross Continent MBA, a Master of Management Studies and a Ph.D. program. Additionally, Duke Executive Education offers non-degree business education and professional development programs.
History
The Fuqua School of Business was founded in 1969 under the name "Duke University Graduate School of Business". It was renamed in 1980 following a donation from J.B. Fuqua, an industrialist, philanthropist, and self-made millionaire. Fuqua was a native of Virginia who began his career with a $25 investment in a small, bankrupt business, which he transformed into a national conglomerate.
Programs
Fuqua offers a range of programs to cater to the diverse needs of the global business community. These include full-time, part-time, and executive MBA programs, as well as a Ph.D. program and a Master of Management Studies program.
Daytime MBA
The Daytime MBA program is a full-time, two-year program that enrolls approximately 440 students each year. The program is known for its strong curriculum in strategy, decision sciences, and entrepreneurship.
Global Executive MBA
The Global Executive MBA program is a 15-month program that includes residency sessions in different international locations. It is designed for mid-to-senior level professionals who wish to gain a global perspective on business.
Weekend Executive MBA
The Weekend Executive MBA program is a 19-month program designed for working professionals. Classes are held on alternate weekends, allowing students to continue working while earning their degree.
Cross Continent MBA
The Cross Continent MBA program is a 16-month program that includes residency sessions in different international locations. It is designed for mid-level professionals who wish to gain a global perspective on business.
Master of Management Studies
The Master of Management Studies program is a one-year, pre-experience program that provides foundational business skills. It is designed for recent college graduates and early-career professionals.
Ph.D. Program
The Ph.D. program at Fuqua is a rigorous, research-oriented program that prepares students for careers in academia and research.
Rankings
The Fuqua School of Business consistently ranks among the top business schools in the world. It is known for its strong faculty, rigorous academic programs, and the high quality of its students and graduates.
Campus
The Fuqua School of Business is located on Duke University's West Campus. The school's facilities include classrooms, meeting rooms, a library, a dining hall, and a fitness center.
Notable Alumni
Fuqua has a strong network of alumni who have gone on to successful careers in a wide range of industries. Notable alumni include Apple CEO Tim Cook and former Chairman and CEO of General Motors, Rick Wagoner.