Departments

Join a collaborative, forward-looking academic environment at the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics. Through interdisciplinary teaching, pioneering research and experiential learning, Lerner prepares future business leaders while supporting faculty scholarship across emerging and established business disciplines.

Guided by a commitment to inspirational education and innovative scholarship, Lerner fosters an inclusive academic community dedicated to advancing knowledge, transforming business and creating positive societal impact.

Accounting

Build accounting and business skills through AACSB-accredited programs from UD’s accounting department. CPA and CMA preparation available.

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Business Analytics, Operations & Information Technology

Develop AI, data and cutting-edge business technology skills through UD’s Department of Business Analytics, Operations and Information Technology.

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Economics

Study economics at UD and shape a degree around your goals. Choose from options in policy, teaching and data analytics.

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Finance

Prepare for careers in finance, fintech and financial planning with industry-connected learning and specialized finance centers at UD.

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Hospitality & Sport Business Management

Launch a career in hospitality or sport management with an analytics-focused education and real-world experience at UD.

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Marketing, Management and Global Business

Explore marketing, management and global business programs at UD. Build the leadership and strategic skills employers value.

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Neil Book School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Gain hands-on leadership and venture development experience at UD’s Neil Book School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

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