Drexel University's LeBow College of Business

Real-World Experiences That Deliver Real‑World Solutions

At Drexel LeBow, our rigorous and experience-based business education is custom built for the driven and determined. Propelled by an over 100-year history of uniting academia and industry, we connect passionate students, expert faculty and leading organizations to ignite the potential in all.

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Undergraduate Programs

Learn the latest industry trends and solutions to real business problems, experimenting with new knowledge and honing skills through hands-on learning.

Graduate Programs

Through our customizable, market-driven programs, learn to think strategically from expert faculty and industry leaders in an inclusive, rigorous environment.

Executive Degree Programs

Taught by leading faculty and industry experts, our Executive MBA and DBA programs equip leaders with the knowledge, skills and network to inspire and lead.

PhD Programs

Focused on developing new theories, PhD candidates are prepared for careers in academia and as senior practitioners conducting highly-specialized research.

Certificate Programs

LeBow's certificate programs allow professionals to advance their careers and gain real-world skills to successfully lead in today’s dynamic business world.

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Pre-College Programs

Pre-college programs expose high-achieving high school students to the world of business, where they learn from LeBow faculty on our campus in Philadelphia.

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Best co-op program

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

92%

Master’s/MBA students employed

12 months after graduation

40K

LeBow alumni in your future global network

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Schools at Drexel LeBow

LeBow College of Business is home to two distinct academic schools that prepare students to lead, innovate and solve complex challenges in business and society. The Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship and the School of Economics offer specialized programs, experiential learning and research opportunities that reflect Drexel’s commitment to real-world education.

Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship

Discover how the Close School of Entrepreneurship empowers Drexel students with the mindset, skills and resources to launch and lead ventures in any field.

Drexel's School of Economics

Drexel's School of Economics is home to innovative programs taught by outstanding faculty who conduct cutting-edge research.

H. Adam Holt

I was an artistic environmentalist preparing to run a financial planning company. The Executive MBA program helped me to realize it was all about people.

Adam Holt ’04

CEO

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Experiential Learning is at the Core of Everything We Do

Drexel LeBow students have access to various real-world learning opportunities beyond the classroom to gain hands-on experience, broad perspectives, and the essential skills necessary to succeed in business and life.

Drexel Co-op

Undergraduate students can graduate with up to 18 months of hands-on, professional experience on their resume and set themselves apart from other students.

Entrepreneurship Co-op

Access funding, mentoring and insights into what it takes to build your company, all while expanding your entrepreneurial mindset.

Graduate Experiential Learning

From residencies to industry consulting and business simulations, students gain insider knowledge and influential networks in real-world business environments.

Learn more at the Dornsife Office for Experiential Learning

We want our students to graduate not just with a credential, but with the ability to make thoughtful decisions in a world shaped by technology, uncertainty and change. Business education should prepare you to think clearly, act ethically and lead with purpose — that’s what we’re building here.

Vibhas Madan, Dean and R. John Chapel, Jr. Dean’s Chair, LeBow College of Business

Experienced Faculty

LeBow faculty are experts in diverse areas spanning leadership, teamwork, business analytics, international trade and more. They serve as experienced mentors to support students’ growth as business leaders.

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Research-Driven Solutions

As part of a global R1 research university, our students and faculty design game-changing solutions for business and beyond. Cutting-edge research flows to the classroom and the boardroom through our custom programming for organizations or employees; executive education programs; consulting engagements; and collaborative research projects uniting faculty, industry leaders and students.

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Redefining Education Through Partnership

Diverse perspectives lead to comprehensive solutions that neither academia nor industry could accomplish alone. Our partnerships with leading organizations drive innovation, provide thought leadership and infuse our academics with of-the-moment insights gained through real-world experience.

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A Global Campus, in the Heart of Philadelphia

In a world-class city like Philadelphia, Drexel LeBow students embrace change and innovation.

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Academic Integration

The Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship has joined the LeBow College of Business as part of Drexel’s Academic Transformation. This integration brings together two strengths — Close’s hands-on entrepreneurship education and LeBow’s business expertise — to expand access to resources, support collaboration and create new opportunities for students and alumni alike.

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Latest LeBow News

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A Private Equity Talent Pipeline Within LeBow’s MBA Program

Private-equity firm Adelphi Capital Partners, founded and staffed by LeBow alumni, will hire more interns from the Lawrie Advanced Global Leadership Program.

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Framing the Future: Board Oversight of Digital Transformation

Digital transformation is essential for nonprofits to modernize systems, engage stakeholders and measure impact effectively.

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ParkEz: Real-Time Smart Parking Solution for Urban Cities

Remon Youssef, MBA ‘24 uses the Lawrie model to detail how ParkEz can achieve sustainable competitive advantage and revolutionize eco-friendly urban parking.

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Upcoming LeBow Events

Financing Your LeBow Graduate Education with Drexel Central

Understand your financial options, billing procedures and key resources to confidently prepare for your Drexel LeBow graduate education.

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Inauguration Week Proving Ground Pop Up

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Sun, Skills, Success: Turning Summer into a Career Advantage

No co-op or internship? No problem. Learn how to build skills, grow your network and gain experience that employers care about — before fall recruiting begins.

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