School of Management
Preparing leaders in business
Since 1974, the School of Management has been preparing women to be exceptional leaders in business.
In the School of Management, we don’t just talk about gender equity and social justice — they are embedded into the values of every course.
Meet the Dean
“If you are looking for a place where you can safely and authentically discover your passions and talents, build community, and establish a firm footing for the future, Simmons School of Management might just be the right fit for you.” — Astrid Sheil, Dean
Embrace Our Mission
The School of Management, through gender-equity-based principled education, will prepare you to be a consequential business leader who can excel in a dynamic global economy, drive meaningful change, and contribute positively to an interconnected world.
Take the Next Step
Join a women-centric program that will equip you with the skills, knowledge, perspective, and confidence you'll need to become a bold and principled leader.
Tap into Your Potential
At Simmons, you’ll develop the confidence to lead boldly and serve as a positive agent of change. We will help you succeed at every stage of your professional journey — providing continuous opportunities for learning and development.
Get Involved, Get Inspired
Through ECONnect — our alumni-student networking program — you’ll receive mentorship, develop interviewing and other essential skills, and engage in lifelong career development.
Receive funding to enrich your academic and professional interests beyond the classroom.
Explore the Institute's suite of Executive Education programs and the world-renowned Simmons Leadership Conference.
What Makes Us Different?
Our students testify that a Simmons education is transformational. They credit Simmons with helping them develop the skills, confidence, and connections to advance their careers. We take great pride in their success.
“The faculty are so understanding and helpful. They care about me as an individual.”
Amarachukwu Iyke-Uzonwa
BA, Economics and B.Cs in Information Technology and Cybersecurity
“There is power in the Simmons community and in networking and putting yourself out there for any opportunity... People are striving to help others, you just have to ask.”
Madeleine Mulroney
BSBA, Marketing and Retail Management
"Simmons offers opportunities to intern at more than one major corporation thanks to its Boston location."
Spotlight on Our Students and Alums
Simmons Students Support Local Women Experiencing Homelessness
Student Story
Teaching and learning are not only bound to textbooks; they can be hands-on and immediate, and Simmons encourages this. Through Social Action Leaders, we emerge with a more holistic perspective on leadership.
School of Management Highlights
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Recent Graduates Land Jobs at ‘Big 4’ Firms
The majority of graduates in the Accounting program have joined 'Big 4' firms. Others do well at smaller companies.
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Complete an Internship
Every student in a School of Management program completes at least one internship before they graduate.
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Employed or Enrolled in Graduate School
100% of our most recent graduates started graduate school or were employed within three months of graduation.
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Programs of Study
The School of Management offers a variety of on-campus and online programs.
School of Management in the News
Applying Classroom Skills to Simmons Leadership Conference
Students in the course “Applied Inclusive Leadership: Project Management for Real-World Impact” used a real-time model for learning successful project management: the Simmons Leadership Conference 2025.
Simmons School of Management Welcomes New Faculty
Justine Pouravelis is a 15-time Emmy-Award Winning sports media executive with 17 years of industry experience. Christina Ramey specializes in program development and operational excellence in higher education and professional learning.
What Can You Do With an Accounting Degree?
If you love math and business — and job security — a degree in accounting may be worth exploring. An accountant’s role is preparing and examining financial documents and performing risk management — identifying, assessing, and addressing financial risks in a company or organization. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the field will grow 6% from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.
The Simmons Six: Meet the Deans
Meet the new deans of Simmons’ School of Library and Information Science; School of Sciences and Health Professions; Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities, and Social Sciences; School of Social Work; School of Management; and School of Nursing.
SOM Dean Honors the Past and Prepares for the Future
Alumnae/i and faculty of the Simmons School of Management gathered at the UMass Club on Beacon Street to celebrate the new School of Management Dean, Dr. Astrid Sheil. The event, co-hosted by Trustees Denise Coll ’95MBA and April Evans ’91MBA, included Anne Jardim '13HD, who founded Simmons University School of Business in 1974.
Students and Alumnae/i Network Through ECONnect
Associate Professor Masato Aoki collaborates with faculty in the BA in Economics Degree and the Economics Student Liaison to organize ECONnect, a career preparation program which integrates a loyal and enthusiastic Economic alumnae/i community.
Honoring the National Day of Racial Healing
January 21, 2025 — the day after Martin Luther King Jr. Day — is the ninth annual National Day of Racial Healing (NDORH). Created by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, NDORH "is an opportunity to engage in collective action to create a more just and equitable world."
Women in Leadership and Social Justice
Local leaders recently gathered at Simmons University to discuss what it means to lead in today’s world. The event was part of the Unpacking Series and was hosted by the Simmons Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in collaboration with the Institute for Inclusive Leadership, the School of Management, the School of Social Work, and the Stephen D. London Center for Community Engagement and Social Justice.
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School of Management
With a firm foundation in finance, marketing, and management, students in the School of Management hone their business abilities and succeed in the globally competitive and multicultural world. We offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and Executive Education programs that position our students as leaders in their organizations and communities.