Why the Carlos Alvarez College of Business?

AACSB Accreditation LogoThe Carlos Alvarez College of Business transforms business students into business professionals by providing students with skills that can be implemented immediately in the workplace.

Nationally ranked and recognized, the college offers innovative programming at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. A Tier One and Hispanic Serving Institution, the college is accredited by AACSB International, placing us in the top 6% of business schools worldwide.

~5,100

Students

13

Undergraduate Majors

9

Master's Degrees

4

Doctoral Degrees

Dean Halbesleben with seven students in front of UTSA Business Building

College Priorities

Learn more about three strategic priorities in our college.

Alper Arslan, assistant professor of economics at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business.

February 9, 2026

Marriage Prospects May Influence College Major

Published by Alvarez College of Business

What drives a student’s choice of college major? For some, it’s passion. For others, it’s job prospects. But what if marriage expectations also played a role?

Ann Janson, '97

February 2, 2026

Priceless Interactions

Published by Alvarez College of Business

Recognizing that she wouldn’t be where she is now in life without the help of UT San Antonio, Ann Janson, ’97 began her journey of giving back to the university that helped shape her.

Retiree Elaine Sanders is pictured with Dean Halbesleben and Senior Associate Dean Juan Manuel Sanchez

January 30, 2026

Carlos Alvarez College of Business Honors Faculty and Staff

Published by Alvarez College of Business

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business celebrated outstanding faculty and staff achievements at its annual Faculty and Staff Awards Ceremony this month. The event recognized 12 faculty and staff members for their exemplary contributions.

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Alvarez College of Business Events

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2026

Coffee & Career Conversations

Meet with a representative from Sol Schwartz & Associates

Feb

12

2026

Elevator Pitch Basics

Career Compass Workshop: Elevator Pitch Basics

Feb

12

2026

Career Coaching Drop In

Drop In for Career Coaching

Feb

12

2026

Rowdy Recruiting Info Session

Meet with representatives from City of San Antonio Summer Internship Program

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Inside Alvarez Business Podcast

Hosted by Jonathon Halbesleben, dean of the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at The University of Texas at San Antonio, this podcast explores the people, ideas and insights shaping today’s business landscape.