Saunders College of Business

We elevate students to make immediate and enduring contributions to organizations and the world through career-orientated experiences and our teaching and research, which integrate business, technology, and design thinking.

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First-year students can apply Early Decision by Jan. 1 to get an admissions and financial aid estimate by mid-January.

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Best online MBA program, U.S. News & World Report, 2023

Top 5

Undergraduate program in New York State, #73 nationally, U.S. News & World Report, 2023

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College Leadership

The Dean

Jacqueline Mozrall

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Mr. Saunders

Learn about Mr. E. Philip Saunders, his impressive accomplishments and generosity toward developing tomorrow’s leaders.

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State-of-the-art Facilities

Access state-of-the-art computer labs and active-learning classrooms. With integrated technology throughout the college, Saunders is part of one of the most wired campuses in the nation at RIT.

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Architectural rendering of Saunders College expansion

Saunders building expansion opens in fall 2023. Nearly doubling Saunders size, it is inspired by the latest technology and building features found in industry.

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The Spice of Life

Kate Ferguson

Finance and International Business

Variety is what Ferguson thrives on. And no day is ever the same for this double major who plays soccer and is involved in a range of activities at RIT.
Love What You Do

David Even MBA '18

Vice President, W.G. Arthur Co.

Growing to love the business he began working for at 15, Even is now a vice president at W.G. Arthur Co. With a passion for helping others, Even learned from his mentors that treating people right is always the best policy.
The Art of Negotiation

Shal Khazanchi

Department Chair and Professor, Department of Management

It’s more than mediating a good salary, negotiation is a predicter of success and a key life skill for all professionals.
Innate Happiness

Amanda DeVito EMBA '19

Vice President of Client Engagement, Butler/Till Media

Happiness of employees and driving business outcomes are DeVito's main focus at Butler Till Media and Communications. Knowing all the work and energy she puts into driving a client's business is satisfaction in itself.

Latest News

December 1, 2023

Distinguished Alumni Award winners named for 2023-2024

Twelve RIT alumni have been honored with Distinguished Alumni Awards for the 2023-2024 year. The Distinguished Alumni Awards are presented annually by each of RIT’s nine colleges, the School of Individualized Study, and the RIT Graduate School to alumni who have performed at the highest levels of their profession or who have contributed to the advancement and leadership of civic, philanthropic, or service organizations.
December 1, 2023

2023-24 Accomplishments from Saunders Students

If you are a student at Saunders College and have exciting news to share, email communications@saunders.rit.edu.
November 30, 2023

2023-24 Saunders Faculty and Staff Go Above and Beyond

Saunders College of Business recognizes the accomplishments of its outstanding employees throughout the 2023-24 academic year.
November 29, 2023

Saunders College of Business honors professor with dedication of Daniel D. Tessoni Business Center

Saunders College of Business faculty, alumni, and students—together with local business leaders—have recognized a popular, longtime professor with the dedication of a multifunctional space inside Max Lowenthal Hall. The Daniel D. Tessoni Business Center honors the esteemed RIT faculty member who served in several roles at the college from 1974 until his retirement last year.