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Sixty Years
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the Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
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n the fall of 1949, the University of Hawai‘i College of Business Administration opened its doors to a small group of business students in the historic Hawai‘i Hall building. The curriculum at that time was limited to accounting, economics and industrial relations. As Hawai‘i’s economy grew, so did the College and its curriculum. Through the years, the College gained worldwide recognition for its excellence in international business education and became a leader among U.S. business schools in its focus on the Asia-Pacific region. On Sept. 6, 2006, the school was changed forever. The University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents voted to accept a $25 million donation from Jay H. Shidler. The school’s name is now the Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Today, the College offers eight undergraduatedegree programs, 15 graduate degree programs and
a wide selection of certificate and high-impact executive programs. Shidler’s graduate and undergraduate programs are consistently ranked among the best in international business by U.S. News & World Report and the College has the only AACSB accredited graduate program in Hawai‘i. For more information about the College, visit www.shidler.hawaii.edu.
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2006
In September 2006, the college is named after alumnus Jay Shidler, founder and managing partner of The Shidler Group. Shidler’s transformational gift of $25 million sets in motion many changes which will help transform the College into a top-ranked public business school.
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C l e me n t J udd 1949
The First Class
1992
Business Night Debuts An opportunity for students to network with business professionals, Business Night grants more than $40,000 in student awards each year.
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1971
1984
New Building
Lum Yip Kee Reading Room Opens The Lum Yip Kee Graduate Reading Room is dedicated on Sept. 9, 1976, in memory of Lum Yip Kee (18661943), one of Hawai‘i’s pioneers in agriculture, merchandising, banking and land development.
1977
Executive MBA Launched
1998
1989
Japan-focused MBA Launched
The first country-specific MBA program – the Japan-focused MBA – is launched in partnership with the Japan-America Institute of Management Science (JAIMS). The China-focused and Vietnam Executive MBA are added in 1998 and 2001, building on the College’s international expertise in Asia-Pacific business.
1998
The diverse background and the warm, open-minded approach of the professors, staff and students taught me to adapt to different cultures and leverage networks. UH has greatly contributed to my success in the banking industry.” —Cecilia Ho,
BBA 1981
Executive Director, Private Wealth Management, Investment Management Division, Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C. Hong Kong
International PhD Program Thrives
Alumni Groups Merge
BBA, MBA and the School of Accountancy alumni groups merge to form CBA Alumni and Friends. Today, the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association is the university’s largest and most active alumni chapter. 2000
PAMI Established Establishment of the Pacific Asian Management Institute (PAMI), by Prof. N.H. Paul Chung. Today, PAMI is considered one of the top U.S. providers of international business programs with an Asia-Pacific focus.
Leader in International Business
The establishment of the PhD program in International Management provides opportunities for students to develop high-level research and teaching skills in international business with an Asia-Pacific focus.
Asian Field Study Recognized Worldwide
Created by Professor K.K. Seo, the Asian Field Study program is the first of its kind. It has provided more than 550 students with first-hand knowledge of Asian business and culture.
In the fall of 1971, classes are moved from Hawai‘i Hall to the brand-new Business Administration Building located on the corner of University Avenue and Maile Way. 1976
Hall of Honor
The graduate program is ranked as a leader in International Business by U.S. News & World Report. In 2003, the undergraduate program also reaches the top 25.
Forty-one students are enrolled in the first EMBA class.
Accreditation
The College receives accreditation by AACSB International, the premier accreditation body for business and accounting institutions. In 1996, the MBA program also receives accreditation.
M a n n y S y lv est e r
The Hall of Honor inducts prominent business alumni Clement Judd, Dudley Pratt and Manny Sylvester. Since then, more than 50 accomplished business leaders have been presented with this prestigious award.
The College of Business Administration opens its doors for the first time. Three years later, in 1952, the first class graduates. 1962
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College Renamed
2001
Entrepreneurship
The Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship is established at the College to offer programs that spur entrepreneurial activity throughout UH and the greater Hawai‘i community.
Executive MBA in Vietnam
The Executive MBA program expands to Vietnam, through a partnership with the Hanoi School of Business. Since 2001, the program has graduated more than 120 students. In 2007, a second site, in Ho Chi Minh City, is established.
2007
New & Improved
New look, new programs, new upgrades. The College completes a curriculum reform of its graduate programs and adds several new programs including a new Full-Time MBA, China International MBA with Sun Yat-Sen University, U.S. International MBA, MBA/Nursing, Master of Financial Engineering, and a Vietnam Executive MBA in Ho Chi Minh City. Thanks to donations from Jay Shidler, major campus renovations, landscaping and upgrades to the business building improve student life.
As a trained physician turned entrepreneur, I enjoyed the courses delivered by worldclass faculty from Hawai‘i. I am fortunate to have received such a high quality education while continuing to run my businesses in Vietnam.” —Kien Tran Trong, MD
vietnam executive mBA (hanoi), 2003 CEO, Buffalo Tours Hanoi, Vietnam
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2009
60 Years of International Excellence
In the fall of 2009, the college kicks off its 60th anniversary celebration. Throughout the year, special anniversary activities and events will be held for alumni and friends of the college.
Shidler60: Celebrating 60 years of international excellence
Relive our history: Scroll through the college’s collection of photos and read more about important events, people and milestones from 1949 to 2009.
eginning this fall, the Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa. will launch its 60th anniversary celebration. The yearlong event will allow the college to showcase its role in developing Hawai‘i’s business leaders, delivering quality education and contributing to Hawai‘i’s economic growth through its people, programs and research.
Visit www.shidler60.com.
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For more information on Shidler60 events, visit www.shidler60.com.
Shidler College of Business 60th Anniversary Steering Committee Members Jay Shidler (BBA ’68) Founding & Managing Partner The Shidler Group Robin Campaniano (EMBA ’83) President & Chief Executive Officer AIG Hawaii Insurance Company Howard H. Hamamoto (BBA ’53) President Quarters, Inc. Barbara Tanabe (EMBA ’83) Owner & Partner Ho‘akea Communications
60 Years Strong: See How Our Graduating Classes Have Grown.
While the curriculum provided me with the requisite background, discipline and training, it was the dedication and aloha of the people who shared their time and energy to help me develop the confidence to aim high. That sense of community is what makes Shidler so special and unique.” —Earl E. Fry, BBA 1980 Executive Vice President, CFO and Secretary, Informatica Corporation Redwood City, CA
1949-59 Undergraduates: 973 Graduates: 12
1980-89 Undergraduates: 6,103 Graduates: 920
1960-69 Undergraduates: 2,142 Graduates: 269
1990-99 Undergraduates: 4,479 Graduates: 1,102
1970-79 Undergraduates: 5,924 Graduates: 933
2000 to date Undergraduates: 4,693 Graduates: 1,763
Total Alumni: 29,313