The ABC's of SBS

A primer on the Sawyer Business School (SBS)

Designer: Kely Maloney, BA '24, MSM '25

Because of our location in the heart of downtown, there are so many connections between Boston and the Sawyer Business School. Indeed, they run the gamut from A to Z.

Aerial view of the Mass State House: "Did you we're the only US business school to hold accreditation in business, healthcare, and public administration?

We've been accredited by AACSB (business schools), CAHME (healthcare), and NASPAA (public administration). Learn more. 

Image of students walking through DTX: "Did you know were are the only business school in the heart of downtown Boston?"
Just steps away from the State House, Boston City Hall, world-class hospitals, the Financial District, and more, we're located at the intersection of the city's private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
Image of students walking through Boston Celtics headquarters: "Did you know we have a partnership with the Boston Celtics that anchors our new sports management major?"
Students have visited Boston Celtics headquarters, engaged with senior executives, and come up with ideas for how the team can strengthen its partnerships. Learn more. 
Image of students talking in our Career Center: "Did you know our Center for Career Equity, Development & Success is a vibrant hub for career planning, advising, networking, and interviewing?"
In fact, 98% of graduating Suffolk students have landed a job or decided to pursue their education. Learn more. 
Image of student speaking to a group of fellow entrepreneurs: "Did you know many students have used our Center for Entrepreneurship to launch successful business ventures?"
Feeling entrepreneurial and startup-y? Want to see your idea come to life? Check out our Center for Entrepreneurship. Learn more.
Image of first-generation students at a First Gen celebration: "Did you know more than 30% of our current undergraduates are first-generation students?"
Every year we celebrate our first-generation students, faculty, and staff with a weeklong event series—including a first-gen national honor society ceremony. Learn more. 
[Aerial view of the Boston Common on a late autumn afternoon] Did you know: just steps from our campus, the Boston Common is our college Green?
In the winter you can skate on the Frog Pond...in the summer watch a Shakespeare play. 
H: [image of honors accounting students in a discussion group]: Did you know that the Sawyer Business School's undergraduate Honors is a community of high achievers that focuses on academic enrichment and building connections?
As a first-year student, you’re invited to join the Honors Living Learning Community (LLC). Learn more.
I: [Image of a professor speaking to other professors in a lecture hall] Did you know the Integrated Expertise of our faculty means we can offer programs that cross disciplinary boundaries?
Our programs, faculty, and long heritage of invovlement are steeped in three areas vital to a thriving society: private enterprise, public administration, and nonprofit activity. Learn more.
J: [image of students chatting at a job fair] Did you know that 98% of Suffolk graduates have landed a job or decided to continue their education?
In fact, 87% of them acquired full-time employment within just three months.
K: [image of Kings Chapel on Tremont St] King's Chapel. The Old State House. The Granary Burial Ground. Did you know 400 years of Boston history is all around our campus?
There's also the Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill, the Park Street Church, and the Black Heritage Trail.
L: [image of two students on the Green Monster of Fenway Park]: Did you know that Immersive Learning is an essential part of the Sawyer Business School experience?
Our location plus faculty practitioners and broad partnerships enable you to take advantage of a wealth of real-world experiences. The goal? To ensure you're prepared to launch your career after graduation.
M: [image of graduate students in a study group]: MBA, MPA, MSA, MHA...did you know those are just a few of the master's degrees we offer in our graduate programs?
With our 4+1 program, you can earn your master's in just five years with some of our graduate programs.
N: [image of women's hockey team on the ice when they won the 2022-23 CCC championship]: Did you know Suffolk is an NCAA Division Ill school, fielding 9 men's and 11 women's teams?
Our women's hockey team won the 2023 CCC championship! Learn more about our athletic programs. 
O: [image of One Court Street building]: Did you know One Court Street is our newest residence hall, just across from the Old State House, at one of the most historic intersections in Boston.
It was once the tallest building in Boston, by the way.
P: [image of two graduate students standing by the Boston Children's Hospital sign]: Did you know our focus on Business With Purpose shows students they can use their business skills to help change the world.

We believe business education is a force for good in society. Our learners come her seeking purpose beyond profit. Learn more.

Q: [aerial view of Quincy Market] Boston favorites like Quincy Market, Boston Common, the North End, and the Charles River are all a 10-minute walk from campus.

And Fenway Park is a quick ride on the T!

R: [image of Rammy in front of 73 Tremont] Did you know that Rammy is our mascot. (He was named after our founder's brother, Hiram, in case you were wondering.)
Watch Rammy make his way through Boston on the way to Commencement!
S: [image of the Mass. State House dome] Did you know that many students do internships or get jobs in the Massachusetts State House, which is right next to our campus?
Many alumni have been elected as state representatives or senators, or have worked in the executive branch.
T: [image of students taking selfie in Madrid] Did you know our many Travel Seminars show students how business works around the globe?
Recent destinations have included the United Kingdom, Brazil, Singapore, Italy, Switzerland, and Rwanda.
U: [aerial image of Suffolk campus] Did you know in U.S. News rankings, the Sawyer Business School has jumped almost 100 spots in four years?
Plus, The Princeton Review has put us on their "Best Business Schools" list for four consecutive years.
V: [image of skyline from Miller Hall] Did you know this is the view from one of our residence halls?
W: [image of theatre marquees on Washington Street] Did you know that Washington Street is where you'll find our Modern Theatre and one of our residence halls?
You'll also find lots of coffee shops, restaurants, stores, and much more.
X: [image of student wearing funky glasses in our X-Lab] Did you know that our X-Lab gives students and faculty cutting-edge tools to understand consumer behavior?
The lab uses equipment and software from iMotions.
Y: [image of graduate pointing at the camera from the Commencement stage] Did you know a Sawyer Business School education is all about you: what you want to learn, to do, and to be.
Z: [image of Dean Zeng talking to a student] Did you know that Dr. Amy Zeng is our dean and invites you to watch this video to learn more about the Sawyer Business School
Learn more about the Sawyer Business School--watch this video now.

Contact

Greg Gatlin
Office of Public Affairs
617-573-8428

Ben Hall
Office of Public Affairs
617-573-8092