BARNEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
A DEGREE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
At the Barney School of Business, preparing the next generation of business leaders and change makers extends far beyond the classroom. Since our founding in 1958, we continue to be recognized for our ever-evolving curriculum, hands-on learning opportunities, close student-faculty interaction, personal and customized advising, and innovative Career Ready programs. From degree programs in highly sought-after fields to topranked faculty and facilities that inspire success, your career is our top priority.
WE ARE AMONG THE 5% OF BUSINESS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD THAT ARE AACSB ACCREDITED.
Whether you dream of Fortune 500 success, your own entrepreneurial venture, supporting a nonprofit, or something in between, there’s no denying the difference a Barney education makes.
OF OUR STUDENTS ARE EMPLOYED AFTER GRADUATION OR PURSUING ADVANCED DEGREES . 91% 2 |
LOCATED IN A TOP
HARTFORD IS ON MONEY
MAGAZINE’S LIST OF TOP 25
CITIES FOR JOB SEEKERS AND IS WITHIN 2 HOURS OF BOSTON AND NYC.
DAVID C. LINCOLN TRADING ROOM AND ANALYTICS LAB
Academic Programs
Our academic programs mirror the changing landscape of today’s fastpaced, evolving business world. A Barney degree isn’t standard—it’s designed with the needs and interests of our students in mind.
Faculty and Hands-On Learning Experiences
Our faculty are academic leaders and practitioners in their fields, bringing concepts and theories to life through case studies and innovative approaches to analytics, marketing, and more. Hands-on learning experiences are the cornerstone of our approach to business education, which is why all Barney students complete at least one internship in their field of study prior to graduation.
Facilities
Much like our ever-evolving curriculum, our facilities keep pace with the needs of our students. We provide stateof-the-art, high-tech learning spaces, such as a new Bloomberg Trading Lab and Hubbell Center for Innovation that match today’s modern world. We recently added 10,000 square feet of space—and renovated another 1,300 square feet—in Auerbach Hall, home of the Barney School of Business. This enhanced learning environment allows our students to gain understanding and familiarity with business through experiential learning that mirrors real-world business settings.
PREPARING INNOVATIVE LEADERS FOR ENGAGEMENT, IMPACT, AND SERVICE.
At the Barney School, we cultivate the curiosity and drive of each of our students into career success. Aligned with industry business models, the Barney School curriculum, expert faculty, and our Career Ready program prepare students to graduate with an agile skill set to lead the next generation of innovative thinkers and business professionals. Barney students graduate ready to hit the ground running.
PERCENT OF OUR STUDENTS COMPLETE AT LEAST ONE INTERNSHIP IN THEIR MAJOR.
Student Spotlight
ELIJAH FAUST ’25, M’26
Faust credits his success to the University’s combination of rigorous coursework and real-world experiences, including internships, which provide both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise.
The Barney School offers incredible career services and networking opportunities that have helped me grow professionally and personally.”
Faust emphasizes the support he received from the Allan Center for Career and Professional Development, where he enhanced his skills in résumé building , mock interviews , and networking strategies .
ALLAN CENTER FOR CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CREATE YOUR BARNEY PORTFOLIO:
Rigorous and Relevant Curriculum
• AACSB-Accredited Majors, Minors, Certificates, and Graduate Degrees
• GAC-Accredited Project Management Concentration
• Micro-credentials and stackable graduate certificates
Career Integrated Learning
• Mandatory Internship
• Client-Focused Consulting Projects
• Field Immersions: Corporate Visit Days, Guest Speakers
• Faculty-Led Research
• AI-Driven Insight
Career and Life Toolkit
Experiential Learning Starts Day One
At the Barney School of Business, you’ll hit the ground running with our Passport Program a hands-on experience designed to build your career edge from the start.
In-Demand Tools
• Excel
• Tableau
• R, Python
• Bloomberg Market Concepts
• Project Management
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Insights
Career Readiness (BAR Courses)
• Career Exploration
• Résumé and Interview Prep
• Business Communication
Personal & Professional Growth
• Industry Mentorship
• Life Skills Training
• Community Impact Projects
Find yourself career ready.
UNDER GRADUATE Programs
The Barney School of Business is recognized for its ever-evolving curriculum, tangible learning opportunities, and innovative Career Ready program.
OF STUDENTS FELT THAT THE CAREER READY CURRICULUM PREPARED THEM TO BE AN INDEPENDENT LEARNER . 97%
Undergraduate Programs
Accounting
Business Analytics and Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance
Finance and Technology
Management
Marketing
Sports Management
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Minors
For a list of our minors, scan the QR code or visit hartford.edu/barney
3+1 ACCELERATED BUSINESS PROGRAM
Fast-track your business career through the 3+1 accelerated business program . Earn an undergraduate degree and your MBA, MSBA, or MSAT in just four years.
You will be part of a learning community with other students in the 3+1 accelerated business program, and you’ll have a dedicated advisor to support you throughout the completion of your degrees.
The Barney 3+1 program helped me excel by developing my work ethic and time management skills. This is something many young professionals cannot bring to the table, and when you pair it with the advanced coursework UHart offers, it made me a strong candidate for jobs.”
Litin secured a role as senior analyst project manager for Aetna after he graduated. A marketing major during his undergraduate years, he went on to pursue his MBA with a concentration in management . He says the technology focus of his UHart courses helped prepare him for his new role—along with two internships.
Student
Spotlight
Accounting
Explore accounting’s interrelationship with other fields of business, including financial analysis, operations management, and information technology. The demand for professional accountants is predicted to grow over the next decade. Our students learn from industry experts, licensed CPAs, and faculty with expertise in industry-relevant tools, technology, and AI-driven insights in accounting.
Student Spotlight
ROBERT FREEMAN ’25
In his years at UHart, Robert Freeman ’25 traveled to Florida for a DECA conference, participated in the Men’s Ultimate Frisbee team, and completed an internship after his sophomore year—all while double majoring in accounting as well as business analytics and managerial economics
My professors are all good communicators and are very generous with their time. Their demeanor in the classroom and their willingness to help speak to how much they care about their students’ success.”
I had the guidance from professors, advisors, and friends that helped me succeed. I joined clubs, attended events, and found communities where I felt like I belonged. College, to me, was about growth, pushing beyond what I thought I was I’m capable of, and figuring my way through this unique time in my life.”
Montenegro, a business analytics and managerial economics major, started a full-time role at Cigna, working in underwriting and risk analysis. She says that UHart has prepared her for career development through opportunities to meet notable alumni, attend networking events, and make important connections.
Student Spotlight
Business Analytics & Managerial Economics
This program equips you with in-demand skills in data analysis, statistical modeling, and economic strategy—tools that drive decision making in today’s top companies. Learn how to turn complex data into actionable insights and become the analytical thinker and data-informed decision maker every organization needs.
Entrepreneurial Studies
Unlock your entrepreneurial potential in this program. Learn about the dynamic world of business and gain tools to help turn your ideas into action. Students participate in a Business Plan Challenge and develop and pitch ideas to a panel of faculty, alumni, and industry leaders.
Create valuable relationships with those around you; it is a small campus and small world. Go outside your comfort zone! You’ll discover more quickly what you enjoy or don’t enjoy, and what is most important to you when crafting your career options.”
Ho was an entrepreneurial studies major and project management minor at the Barney School. Not only was she able to balance her major- and minor-related studies, but she made time for extracurriculars as well. Working as a peer mentor at the Career Studio, honoring her commitment as a residential assistant, and representing Barney as a student ambassador enabled her to acquire exceptional time management skills and expand her network.
Student Spotlight
ALISON HO ’24
Finance
Our finance major gives you a foundation in corporate finance, investments, portfolio management, and international finance. Students manage a live investment portfolio through the student-managed Investment Fund, using our Bloomberg Lab for real-time market analysis.
Students have plenty of opportunities to collaborate and work on crossfunctional teams in our trading room and analytics lab, collaboration rooms, and a commons area.”
Vavrynkevych entered The Hartford’s finance leadership development program after graduation. As a finance major, her experiences at UHart helped her land a position just after graduation.
Student Spotlight
SOFIIA VAVRYNKEVYCH ’24
Finance and Technology
Unlock the future of finance with a degree in finance and technology (FinTech). This cutting-edge program seamlessly blends finance, data analytics, and technological innovation, empowering you to become a leader in the rapidly evolving FinTech sector. Prepare for a future where technology and finance converge—and position yourself at the forefront of industry innovation.
THE BARNEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS IS NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BUSINESS SCHOOLS IN THE NATION BY THE PRINCETON REVIEW, AND IS A BLOOMBERG EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PARTNER .
Management
Launch your leadership journey with a management major from the Barney School of Business. Build skills in strategic thinking, leadership, human resources, operations, and project management, with specialized classes and hands-on consulting experiences.
I truly believe that the Barney School was meant for me. My experiences in and out of the classroom have been invaluable lessons that have shaped me into the person I am today.”
Irwin-Parra, a student in the 3+1 program , who majored in management and minored in communication , started a fulltime role as an HR Coordinator at Hyatt-Regency. She will be graduating with her bachelor’s degree and her MBA at the end of her four years here at UHart.
Student Spotlight
GABRIELLA IRWIN-PARRA ’25, M’26
Marketing
Explore the dynamic world of marketing through core business courses and specialized topics like integrated marketing communication, strategy, analytics, and consumer behavior. Customize your path and prepare to lead in a fast-paced, creative industry. Tailor your career path with a concentration in:
International Marketing
— Marketing Communications
— Retailing
Digital Marketing
Student
Spotlight
MATTHEW ELWELL ’25
Matthew Elwell is a recent graduate who double majored in marketing and sports management . He took his talents to a summer internship for Special Olympics Connecticut, thanks to a Barney connection.
Being set up for my career was one of my biggest worries when choosing a college. No one wants to pay for a higher education to be left with a degree that does not land them a job. UHart quickly eased this concern.”
Sports Management
Build the analytical, technical, and leadership skills to thrive in the sports industry. Through specialized courses, industry speakers, and hands-on experience, you’ll gain the tools to manage teams, events, and organizations at every level of sport.
Barney helps prepare you from the second you step on campus for what is to come after graduation. They constantly put us in front of business professionals to learn how to handle those situations in real time.”
Keegan hit a home run with her summer internship —the Barney student spent her days at the Hartford Yard Goats stadium. As a student enrolled in the 3+1 program , she received both her bachelor’s degree and MBA in just four years.
Student Spotlight REILLY KEEGAN ’24, M’25
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
In today’s fast-moving global economy, this program prepares students to lead at every link of the supply chain. You’ll master the tools to streamline operations, optimize resources, and drive innovation across industries. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, realworld projects, and partnerships with industry leaders, you’ll graduate ready to solve complex logistical challenges and keep the world moving.
Not only did this prove to me that supply chain and logistics was the field I wanted to pursue, but it also encouraged my passion for the subject.”
Krupinski chose to change his major to supply chain and logistics management because he felt it was a focused application to complement his previous Barney studies, making it easier for him to visualize and conceptualize the data that he was analyzing. He says his favorite aspect of this major was the out-of-the-classroom project experience he received.
Student Spotlight
MASON KRUPINSKI ’25
GRADUATE Programs
Looking to advance your career with a graduate degree?
Barney offers flexible, accelerated graduate degrees designed to help you advance or pivot your career in high-demand fields. Whether you’re looking to specialize, upskill, or explore a new path, our programs are built for your lifestyle with in-person, online, and hybrid options.
Affordable, efficient, and customizable, you can even pursue dual degrees to maximize your impact.
Graduate Degree Programs
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation (MSAT)
Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)
Graduate Dual Degree Programs
MBA/MSAT
MBA/MSBA
MBA/Master of Engineering
MBA/Master of Architecture
MBA/MS in Organizational Psychology
All of our programs are AACSB accredited. Our expert faculty, hands-on professional experiences, and valuable networking opportunities will help you reach your full potential to meet your professional goals.
Certificates
For a list of our certificates, scan the QR code or visit hartford.edu/barney/academics
Upper Albany Main Street
A beacon of service and community impact
Founded in 2000, Upper Albany Main Street is an integral part of the Barney School of Business, serving as a hub for economic development and community revitalization. Each year, students gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience by consulting with local small businesses through supervised micro business incubator projects—turning classroom knowledge into real-world impact.
Barney’s strong network of partners , from Fortune 500s to startups and community organizations, gives students access to internships, hands-on projects, and career opportunities. Located in the “Insurance Capital of the World,” the University of Hartford connects you directly to top companies.
