What does The Wharton School do?

The Wharton School, established in 1881 at the University of Pennsylvania, is the first collegiate business school and a leader in business education and research. It offers a range of programs, including undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and doctoral degrees, serving over 5,000 students. Additionally, Wharton provides executive education to more than 13,000 professionals each year and has issued over 200,000 online certificates since 2015. Wharton emphasizes analytical rigor, global leadership, and real-world application in its curricula. The school has a diverse faculty of 241 members and is known for its research in finance, marketing analytics, and behavioral economics. With a strong alumni network of 105,000 across 153 countries, Wharton supports entrepreneurship through various initiatives, including funding and mentorship for student startups. Its campuses in Philadelphia and San Francisco foster interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing the educational experience.