University of Baltimore's Merrick School of Business

Check out alumna Shelby Blondell’s story in the Baltimore Banner.

An Anne Arundel County singer invented a tool for the art of crab picking Shelby Blondell, a singer and songwriter in Anne Arundel County, invented and patented The Sheller, a 3-in-1 seafood mallet, picker and bottle opener.

The global landscape is evolving rapidly. You need to become the bridge between business strategy and technological innovation. Our STEM-focused Master of Science programs empower you to stay ahead of the curve. At UBalt, you’ll develop critical thinking skills, leverage cutting-edge tools and gain the expertise to translate business goals into actionable technical solutions.

MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREES
Accounting and Business Advisory Services
Artificial Intelligence for Business
Business-Finance
Cybersecurity Leadership
Learn more at ubalt.edu/gradbusiness.

Don't miss out! The first information session is TODAY via zoom at 2pm. Join us virtually to hear all the details. If you can't make it today, we will have a second information session on September 17th at 5pm.

https://ubalt.zoom.us/j/98755076516

Meeting ID: 987 5507 6516
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Here's your chance to learn more about our 2025 Global Field Study courses. Come to campus for our information session scheduled for Monday, Sept. 9 from 2-3 p.m. Visit ubalt.edu/merrickglobal for details.

Spend a week in Austria in 2025. Our Summer Term Global Field Study in Business will travel to Vienna in May. Visit ubalt.edu/merrickglobal to learn more.

Raise your hand if you can envision yourself studying in Hanoi, Vietnam during Spring Break. Learn more at an upcoming information session. Visit ubalt.edu/merrickglobal to learn more.

How does Panama City, Panama sound for your 2025 Winter Break Global Field Study in Business destination? Learn more at an upcoming information session. Visit ubalt.edu/merrickglobal to learn more.

The publication "Washington Monthly" featured Merrick School of Business Associate Professor of Information Systems Danielle Fowler in their July issue. She answered some Q&A about "Women in STEM." When asked how can educational institutions and employers work together to ensure access to STEM education and opportunities for women" she said:

"One key area in which educational institutions and employers can collaborate is building strong mentorship programs. These programs should connect experienced professionals, particularly women in STEM, with early career women. Formal training for mentors and regular interaction are crucial for success. Ideally, these programs can start with students during internships, fostering relationships that bridge the gap between academia and the workforce.

Another important aspect is fostering inclusive spaces for networking. Universities can champion diversity in panels, workshops, and conferences, ensuring that women see themselves represented in these spaces. Collaboration is key—the industry can work with universities and research institutions to create joint mentorship and networking initiatives. This creates a powerful support system for women in STEM throughout their careers.

Finally, encouraging a culture that values mentorship and networking is essential. Organizations should have policies that support these activities, recognizing and rewarding mentors for their time and investment. Providing resources for networking events allows women to connect with a broader range of professionals, further propelling their success. By working together, educational institutions and employers can create a pipeline that empowers women to thrive in STEM fields.

Get ready for a big year in UBalt’s story.

Want to start celebrating our 2025 Centennial a little early?
We are calling on all students, alumni, friends, faculty and staff to share what makes you proud to be part of our University community for a chance to win Centennial prizes!
Get ready: Our campaign starts Sept. 3.

Each year the Merrick School of Business honors the work of our faculty through endowed professorship and chairs. Check out this year's faculty awardees: https://ow.ly/yMuU50T7TBO

Visit https://ow.ly/5sV550T4mbJ to learn where we'll be going for our 2025 Global Field Study courses. Join us for one of our September information sessions to learn more about these opportunities.

Welcome Back! Have a great semester!

Happy World Honey Bee Day! Eubie the Bee, The University of Baltimore mascot, celebrates all those incredible pollinators out there. They remind us of our hardworking students and alumni that make an impact where they work and live.

“The diversity of our faculty of the Merrick School of Business is an asset to our students. It allows for our faculty to provide a worldwide view of business that is relevant and allows for and allows for an education that helps students not only build practical skills but provides opportunities for critical reasoning and problem solving. All these techniques help equip our students for the next role in their professional careers.” | Praneet Randhawa

Dr. Randhawa is an associate professor of marketing and J. William Middendorf Distinguished Professor for The University of Baltimore’s Merrick School of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in business administration and a master’s in hospitality business from Michigan State University. Her research centers on understanding customer and managerial issues in services marketing, innovation and new product development. She teaches marketing strategy and management, and consumer behavior courses. Learn more about the UBalt MBA program at ubalt.edu/mba.

"Tracking pandemic recovery across Baltimore's neighborhoods." Listen to WYPR's interview with Amanda Phillips de Lucas, director of the Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance, part of the University of Baltimore's Jacob France Institute. She'll talk about BNIA's "Vital Signs" report, which brings together more than 100 indicators - like household size or unemployment rate - to create a snapshot of the quality of life in Baltimore’s neighborhoods.

Tracking pandemic recovery across Baltimore's neighborhoods We’ll go On the Record with the head of the Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance. It tracks thousands of data points that show ways different parts of the city have rebounded from the pandemic -- and ways they haven't.

Wor-Wic Community College has a new degree program focused on risk management and insurance and they are partnering with The University of Baltimore's Merrick School of Business for transfer opportunities and bachelor degree completion. Video:

Good Morning Delmarva discusses Wor-Wic's new degree program - 47abc WMDT – Wor-Wic Community College has a new degree program focused on risk management and insurance. Matthew Geel, head of the business department, stopped by to tell us more about the program and how it prepares you for a career. Geel says that this new associate degree program is for people inter...

The Importance of Accounting and STEM. Read more in the Merrick Exchange: https://ow.ly/fusb50SMwvj

Dean Balakrishnan recently shared some thought la about the importance of AI with the The Daily Record. The new M.S. in Artificial Intelligence for Business program is accepting applications now.

“AI is an area that has a tremendous potential, not just for Baltimore, but for the state of Maryland,” Balakrishnan said. “We want to be a definite partner in ensuring that we are preparing the right kind of talent to meet that need.”

How MD universities are investing in the expanding AI workforce Across Maryland, many higher education institutions have launched new programs to help students learn about the expanding AI workforce.

UBalt Business School Aligns MBA with UMBC's College of Engineering. Learn more in the Merrick Exchange: https://ow.ly/PosB50SMv52

Happy ! Did you know that the University of Baltimore is surrounded by accessible bike lanes? Join us in promoting sustainable transportation and a healthier lifestyle.

"Pitch for A Million" goes to MBA alumna Phaedra Stewart. This year's real estate development competition was an exciting event that showcased the ambitions and talents of Baltimore’s brightest up-and-coming real estate minds. Read more in the Merrick Exchange: https://ow.ly/3B3450SMvSQ

Inc Magazine and other media outlets feature MBA alum's company and the FSK Bridge Relief efforts it supports. Learn more in the Merrick Exchange. https://ow.ly/F1bA50SMuMa

Where did the summer go? The University of Baltimore's fall classes begin on Monday, Aug. 26. Be sure to meet with your academic advisor and finalized your class schedule.

"Alumni Spotlight" featuring Tanyeka Alexander, a 2014 accounting graduate who is embracing every opportunity that comes her way. Read more in the Merrick Exchange e-newsletter: https://ow.ly/oEUo50SMtF8

Happy World Wide Web Day! Today we celebrate the power of the internet to connect people, businesses, & ideas. We're grateful for the impact it's had on our faculty's ability to offer excellent online business education to our students since 1999.

Did you check out the latest edition of the the school's e-newsletter? Dean Balakrishnan reflects on his first year at the helm. Check out the full message. https://ow.ly/1tRp50SMt9H

“We are training the next generation of business leaders to be experts in AI." That is what Dean Balakrishnan recently said in the special education section of The Baltimore Sun. Read an excerpt from the full article. https://ow.ly/W0Kr50SNkUy

Happy International Day of Friendship!

In 2011, the United Nations proclaimed this day to propitiate friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. UBalt is a community that lives this idea.

It's Monday and the Artscape 2024 set up has begun. From August 2-4, the UBalt campus will welcome thousands of people to one of the country's largest, free, outdoor arts festivals.

Check out the summer issue of The Merrick Exchange e-newsletter. https://ow.ly/FFyR50SHrea