The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business earned top rankings in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs, including No. 14 for Online MBA, with subcategory highlights in marketing (No. 6) and general management (No. 7).

New Smith School graduates heard keynote speakers highlight technology’s potential for positive change and shared wisdom on leading a fulfilling life. The ceremony honored 2,074 graduates, emphasizing resilience, the importance of truth, and the power of mentorship and service.

A Montgomery College student cohort has embarked this fall on a unique pathway to a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) degree from the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business to meet a growing demand for the likes of operations researchers, data analysts, business analysts, analytics directors and chief analytics officers.

The University of Maryland was named the top college in the nation for LGBTQ+ students by Campus Pride and BestColleges.It leads the list of 2023’s Top 25 LGBTQ+-Friendly Colleges, recognizing educational institutions that foster inclusive and supportive environments for LGBTQ+ students. Maryland was No. 1 in 2020 and appeared among the top 25 in 2021 and 2022.

University of Maryland's Smith School enhances AI and machine learning curricula, hiring Balaji Padmanabhan as full professor. With 25 years of expertise and a focus on AI ethics and implications, Padmanabhan strengthens programs, including STEM-designated MBAs. His arrival reflects Smith's commitment to AI-driven leadership in business education.

New graduates of the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business heard keynote testimonials on overcoming adversity and the life-changing benefits of a Smith degree during commencement exercises on May 24 at the XFINITY Center in College Park. The ceremony recognized 1,191 undergraduate students, 1,065 business master’s and MBA students, 10 PhD students and 32 EMBA students.

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business is relaunching its Online Master of Science in Business Analytics (OMSBA) program with increased flexibility for early-to mid-career working professionals from a wide array of academic and professional backgrounds, looking to make data-driven business decisions leveraging the power of analytics.