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Our graduate and lifelong learning business programs blend applied learning, analytics and leadership skills. Ready to grow? Start here.

Poole Business Magazine

Our Fall 2025 digital issue is packed with stories about innovation, engagement and impact across Poole College. Check it out.

Spotlights

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Linking Research and Industry Practices for Classroom Impact

Poole College professor Charlie Clarke’s real-world, investor-oriented research engages students and enhances their career preparation. 

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Poole College of Management Launches Free Financial Literacy Program

The research-based program is designed to help adults build financial knowledge and confidence for everyday decision-making. It is open to the public, regardless of affiliation with NC State University.

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Leaders in Business Analytics, AI and Entrepreneurship

U.S. News & World Report ranks our undergraduate and graduate business analytics programs among the top 10 nationwide, and Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine rank our entrepreneurship programs No. 4 in the Southeast.

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Poole Thought Leadership

As a business school at a Research I and land-grant university, our goal is to put applied research in people’s hands — and use what we know for the good of all. Get the latest trends and predictions stemming from our research and teaching.

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Poole College News

Explore Degree and Non-Degree Programs

Through our active integration of research, innovation and education, the Poole College of Management drives excellence – in our classrooms and in business and industry. Our emphasis on experiential learning, corporate partnerships, international and honors programs, and research opportunities are designed to enable you to make an immediate impact in the working world.

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Graduate Programs Overview

Undergraduate Programs

Choose to major in accounting, business administration or economics. We focus on providing students with high-impact experiences, including practicum projects and global programs, leading to preparing more career-ready graduates.

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Pursue a high-value top-ranked MBA that fits your lifestyle––in person, online or by mixing the two. Our MBA is STEM-designated, accredited by AACSB and has a strong focus on business analytics, innovation and leadership.

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Master of Management, Risk and Analytics

Our new market-driven online flexible program equips students to proactively identify emerging risks and strategically position the organization for success.

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Master of Management, Marketing Analytics

This fully online program will prepare you for trending job openings – marketing analysts, market research analysts, business analysts and more.

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Master of Accounting (MAC)

With a 100% employment rate, our AACSB-accredited on-campus and online programs are designed to prepare you for both the CPA exam and a lifetime career success in accounting. Open to non-accounting majors.

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Economics Graduate Program

Partnering with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, we offer the PhD degree as well as two master’s degree options in economics.

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Graduate Certificates

Featuring a selective mix of courses, a certificate program is an outstanding way to differentiate yourself in your field. 

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Executive Education

We teach professionals to lead, drive innovation and leverage analytics via open programs, online offerings and custom-designed solutions.

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Global Programs

Prepare to thrive in today’s highly interconnected marketplace by participating in our global learning opportunities.

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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A Poole Student’s Path from Internship to Full-Time Role at Siemens

Nina Magee’s high-impact internship with Siemens shows how adaptability can turn an unexpected pivot into real-world experience.

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No. 10
Online MBA in Employability Globally

The NC State Online MBA, recognized for its excellence in employability, is ranked No. 18 overall and No. 10 in employability (QS World University Rankings, 2026).

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No. 3
Online Master of Accounting Program

Our career-focused online MAC program is taught by senior accounting faculty who bring real-world expertise and mentor students (University HQ, 2025).

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Feb 25

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Jenkins Grad Programs Information Session and Q&A
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