For more than a century, the Darla Moore School has provided an outstanding education to students who have become leaders in every business sector. The school is committed to educating leaders in global business and to playing a central role in the economic growth of the state by both bringing the world to South Carolina and South Carolina to the world. The school's identity combines global reach, research strength, experiential learning, corporate engagement, and a practical commitment to student success. The school holds AACSB accreditation, which is a globally recognized quality indicator that its business programs meet rigorous standards for faculty expertise, curriculum, student learning, research, and continuous improvement.
The Moore School's scale and momentum are significant. The school is comprised of over 7,000 students and fields. This past year, the school awarded 938 scholarships and fellowships to undergraduates and 351 graduate fellowships.
The Moore School is known worldwide for international business. Its undergraduate international business program is ranked No. 1 for the 27th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report, and the International MBA has been ranked in the top three for 37 years. Other areas of distinction include supply chain, professional MBA education, human resources, risk management and insurance, behavioral accounting, and entrepreneurship, as well as centers that connect research, experiential learning and corporate engagement.
The school's global reach is substantial. Over 1,000 Moore School students studied abroad in the past year, supported by 98 international partner schools across 51 countries and numerous exchange programs and cohort-based global programs. These assets give the next dean a strong platform from which to deepen the school's signature global identity.
The School is also moving deliberately toward leadership in AI and emerging technologies. The school hosted its first AI Summit in April 2026, appointed a faculty director for AI initiatives, is incorporating AI into courses, and is emphasizing communication, leadership, adaptability and ethical judgment alongside technical fluency.
Moore School at a Glance
| Area | Selected facts and strategic implications |
|---|---|
| Global distinction | No. 1 undergraduate international business for 27 consecutive years; International MBA top three for 37 years; extensive international partnerships and study abroad activity. |
| Research and centers | World-class faculty and a network of major research and outreach centers that support scholarship, experiential learning, corporate partnerships and state economic impact. |
| AI and future skills | AI at Moore emphasizes judgment, fundamentals, applied learning, research, executive engagement and student readiness for AI-enabled roles. |
| Graduate portfolio | One-year MBA program has grown substantially; International MBA, Professional MBA programs, and MHR are highly ranked. |
| External engagement | Development, alumni engagement, career management, executive education, corporate relations and advisory boards are central to the school's next stage of growth. |