SCHOOL NEWS
What We Mean When We Say ‘Darden’
In his state of the school address, Dean Scott Beardsley discussed progress at Darden. But Darden today includes more programs, research activity and infrastructure than most alumni experienced during their time on Grounds. Get familiar with what we mean when we say “Darden” and the pieces that help the School achieve its mission to improve the world by developing responsible leaders through unparalleled transformational learning experiences.
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Our rigorous and spontaneous yet deliberate learning experience cultivates confidence and resilience in the face of uncertainty. The collaborative, learner-centered culture fosters high intellectual and emotional engagement with faculty and peers. A dedication to honor, purpose and lifelong learning anchors Darden’s diverse and inclusive community. We are committed to inspire and shape modern business leadership worldwide through research, thought leadership and access to transformational learning solutions.
Degree Programs
Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning
• Full-Time MBA (includes the Future Year Scholars Program) • Executive MBA formats • New! Part-Time MBA • Master of Science in Business Analytics, delivered in collaboration with the UVA McIntire School of Commerce • Relaunched! Ph.D.
• The Executive Program: Strategic Leadership at the Top • Custom solutions for organizations • Open programs for individuals • Partnership for Leaders in Education, delivered with UVA School of Education and Human Development • Online courses
Who We Are The dean. Scott C. Beardsley serves as Darden's ninth dean. The faculty. Darden's 90-plus-member faculty is routinely recognized as the best in the world for their teaching excellence. The network. A dynamic, tightknit community of 18,000-plus responsible leaders spans 90 countries. The staff. 300 talented individuals steer our global and dynamic organization. The leadership. Darden School leadership and alumni volunteers work together to make the School the best it can be.
How You Can Participate Take an Executive Education course. Alumni receive a 30 percent discount. Attend alumni events. Volunteer, such as by joining your reunion committee. Refer a prospective student or host an event for them. Make a gift. Learn more ways to engage at www.darden.virginia.edu/alumni/engage-with-darden. SUMMER 2022
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