Central Connecticut State University’s School of Business equips students from diverse backgrounds to achieve career success and drive positive change through affordable, high-quality, and transformative educational experiences.
The Central School of Business is an accredited member of AACSB International- the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Get Career-Ready from Day One
Your career journey begins before graduation. Through career-focused Career Accelerator Program and the Access to Industry Mentorship programming, professional development sessions, employer engagement, internships, and experiential learning, you'll have opportunities to build the skills employers are looking for—and learn how to communicate those skills with confidence.
Learn by Doing
Business isn't just something you study, it's something you experience. Apply what you learn through internships, projects, case studies, student organizations, competitions, and other opportunities that connect the classroom to the real world.
Connect with Employers and Business Professionals
Build your professional network while you're still a student. Meet employers, alumni, and business leaders through career events, networking opportunities, mentoring, job-shadow experiences, and School of Business programs.
Develop the Skills Employers Want
Our curriculum goes beyond technical business knowledge. You'll develop communication, teamwork, critical thinking, ethical decision-making, data-informed problem solving, leadership, and professional skills that can help you stand out in a changing workplace.
Find Your Business Path
Whether you're interested in accounting, finance, management, marketing, information systems, business analytics, entrepreneurship, or another area of business, you'll find programs and opportunities designed to help you pursue your goals. Central offers seven undergraduate business degree options, along with minors, certificates, and Accelerate Central with a 5th year MBA.
At Central, students experience a vibrant academic community with undergraduate and graduate programs, hands-on learning opportunities, research, internships, global experiences, and meaningful connections with faculty and the surrounding community. From a welcoming campus in New Britain to opportunities that extend across Connecticut and around the world, Central helps students turn their interests and ideas into real-world experiences.
Less than 6% of business schools worldwide are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)!
“I chose the Central Finance program with a Personal Financial Planning Concentration because I knew I was going to receive the best possible education that would help me prepare to excel in the world of financial planning. Dr. Chen has passion and care for her students like no other and made this experience all the more worth it!”
—Tomas R. Santos
