On February 17, 2026, as the world ushered in the Lunar New Year, San José State University welcomed something new of its own: a new ranking among Fortune’s Best MBA programs for 2026. 

March 2026

This semester has been marked by remarkable achievements, including our MBA program’s ascent in the Fortune 2026 rankings and our Online MBA securing the #1 spot among California public universities. From the launch of SpartUp: Silicon Valley Center for Entrepreneurship to our 20th year of partnership with the Pebble Beach Special Events Management Team, we are expanding the immersive, experiential learning that prepares our students to thrive in a global economy. Whether through the leadership of alumni like Minal Gupta, ’12 MBA, or the community impact of student-athletes and researchers, our college remains at the forefront of business education. I am proud to share these highlights that demonstrate our growing momentum!

With gratitude,
Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan, Ph.D.
Dean, Lucas College & Graduate School of Business

Artificial intelligence can do many things, but providing next-level hospitality at the world’s most desirable pro-am golf tournament? Leave that to the hard-working humans from The Pebble Beach Company and SJSU's Pebble Beach Special Events Management Team (SEMT), who work in collaboration to help make the annual event a success. This dynamic pairing marked its 20th year of partnership as they prepared for the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am held in February.

This year, LCoB earned the #1 spot among public universities in California, a jump from its #2 ranking in the previous two years. Overall, it is ranked #40 among all public and private universities nationally.

Mineta Transportation Institute highlighted the voices of four student researchers who, under the guidance of MTI Research Associate Dr. Kezban Yagci Sokat, are working on two research projects centered on human trafficking.

Congratulations to Minal Gupta, '12 MBA, on being named CEO of Star One Credit Union, one of the nation’s largest credit unions. She credits a research project with In-N-Out Burger, done during her time at SJSU, with helping shape her leadership philosophy.

From devastating injury to dazzling comeback, student-athlete Maya Anderson, ’27 Business Marketing, is using her platform to effect change. She hopes her actions contribute toward people thinking of student-athletes, and Black student-athletes in particular, in a positive way. 

As a freshman, Ki’donyae Bell, ’28 Management Information Systems, sought to find his community. Now, in his second year, he is the vice president of engagement of the Residence Hall Organization and director of outreach for the Black Student Union, helping other students achieve a sense of belonging. 

On February 12, we hosted the SJSU Lucas College of Business Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Launch, which unveiled SpartUp: Silicon Valley Center for Entrepreneurship, a merger that combines two forward-thinking entities into a singular source for entrepreneurial and innovative Spartans.

The 9th Annual Women in Leadership League (WILL) Conference will take place on Fri., Apr. 17, 2026 in Student Union ballrooms A and B. The day is a mix of an inspirational fireside chat and breakout group discussions. Registration opens soon.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Consider enrolling in one of our graduate business programs. Learn more an an upcoming information session. Applications for Fall 2026 admission close May 1.

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