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

Strategic Milestones

We have identified three key milestones to guide and accelerate our next phase of growth and distinction, over the next five years:
Students studying in the graduate business commons.

August 26, 2026

Princeton Review Names the College One of the Best On-Campus MBA Programs

Published by Alvarez College of Business

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business was named one of the Best On-Campus MBA Programs by the Princeton Review in their 2027 rankings.

Jorge Cruz

August 26, 2026

PhD Student Jorge Cruz Selected for Fulbright Fellowship

Published by Alvarez College of Business

Jorge Cruz, a PhD student in management and organization studies in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, was selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

Student studying outside on a computer.

August 25, 2026

College Offers New Graduate Degree in Business Analytics

Published by Alvarez College of Business

Starting this fall, the Carlos Alvarez College of Business is offering a new master's degree in business analytics.

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Alvarez College of Business Events

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Sep

2

2026

Coffee & Career Conversations

Meet with a representative from KPMG

Sep

2

2026

Beyond the Classroom: The Power of Experiential Learning

Take your education beyond the classroom and into the real world

Sep

8

2026

Study Abroad Fair - Experiential Learning Week

Explore the world through study abroad!

Sep

9

2026

Honors Unlocked - Experiential Learning Week

Your Guide to the Honors College & Business Honors 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.