Texas McCombs News
High Marks for Hildebrand MBA at Texas McCombs
The Hildebrand suite of MBA programs continues its strong performance and leads the nation in Information Systems in U.S. News & World Report ranking.
Leading Forward: Ty Henderson
Shapes the undergraduate experience for tomorrow’s business leaders
Scholarship Week
Texas McCombs Scholarship Week Provides Opportunities for Virtual and In-Person
Connection
Leading Forward: Jeff Hoskins
Ensures financial operations run smoothly and efficiently
Behaviors Behind High‑Impact AI Use
UT Austin and KPMG analysis of 1.4 million interactions show how employees achieve sophisticated AI collaboration
Equipping Physicians to Lead
First‑of‑its‑kind collaboration among three UT System institutions prepares physician leaders for a dynamic health care landscape
Leading Forward: David Harrison
Leads the charge for bold ideas and faculty-driven research
Leading Forward: Cory Wilburn
Powers innovation through technology and digital solutions
Leading Forward: Ethan Burris
Champions great teaching and student success
Leading Forward: Francesca Parodi
Shapes how the world sees McCombs
Leading Forward: Jade DeKinder
Builds market-relevant, career‑ready master’s programs
Leading Forward: Stefani Sereboff
Connects students and alumni to what’s next
Mentor Appreciation
Esteemed alumni pay it forward at the McCombs 13th annual Executive Mentorship Dinner
Leading Forward: Urooj Khan
Elevates the MBA experience
Leading Forward: Caitlin Mullaney
Keeps the school running and moving forward
Texas MBA Hits No. 15 in Fortune
McCombs again takes top 15 in Fortune’s ranking of full-time MBA programs
Building Homes Through Smart Finance
Joanie Hanlon Monaghan’s accounting degree has been invaluable as she shapes affordable housing nationwide
Top Rankings for McCombs in Financial Times
McCombs again takes top-20 status among U.S. MBA programs
McCombs Online M.S. in Business Analytics Hits Top 10
The working professional MSBA took No. 8 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of top online business programs in the nation
Competition Sharpens Startups for Success
Brain imaging device and routing program win top prizes at Texas Venture Labs pitch competition
What Matters Most in Wealth Management
Texas McCombs and Wealthtender collaborate on tool that measures financial advisor value
Houston Energy Event Feb. 12
Texas McCombs hosts Business Outlook panel on energy’s evolving risks and opportunities
Dallas Real Estate Event Feb. 18
Texas McCombs to host Business Outlook panel on the future of Texas cities
McCombs Students Help Insure a Healthy Austin
Volunteers assist low-income residents with Affordable Care Act signups
In Memory of Tom Hicks
Distinguished investor, sports leader, and McCombs School of Business alumnus leaves an enduring legacy of leadership and philanthropy
Sales Team ‘Rookie of the Year’
New UT competitors stun at international meet against students from 80 schools
Hildebrand MBA Takes Lucky 13 in Poets & Quants Ranking
For the second year running, McCombs’ Hildebrand MBA takes a historic high in the nation’s most comprehensive MBA ranking
Mills Ending Term as Dean in 2026
Award-winning educator and top-ranked scholar to return to faculty after a one-year sabbatical
Among the Top 50 Professors
Exemplary teaching and high-impact research propel McCombs’ Insiya Hussain onto Poets & Quants’ annual list
Leading Forward
A look at the leadership guiding McCombs through a moment of transition — and shaping what comes next
Hildebrand MBA Programs To Get New Leader
Joe Hahn is passing the torch to Urooj Khan
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Energy Production Drives U.S. Global Strength
Hutchison, geopolitical speakers agree that energy production is vital to the nation’s impact worldwide and security at home
Paper Wins Prestigious JAMS Award
Texas McCombs faculty member honored for article on AI for social good
Faculty Endowments
New appointments recognize faculty members’ outstanding contributions
Tops in Sports Analytics
MSM students awarded championship at national competition
In Memory of Jon Brumley
Distinguished Fort Worth entrepreneur and friend of Texas McCombs leaves indelible mark on UT community
McCombs Graduates Shine at Longhorn 100
Their businesses fill the top 10 and 46 slots overall in the Texas Exes awards
Hard Hats and High Hopes
Students representing McCombs’ Class of 2029 get the scoop on Mulva Hall
Summer Program Gives Students a Startup Mindset
Students pursuing an entrepreneurship minor through McCombs gain startup perspective during summer program
Marc Ross Named To NAA Hall Of FameNational Apartment Association Honoree
Marc Ross, BBA ’80, awarded for innovation in the fast-changing rental housing industry
McCombs Entrepreneurship Takes Top 3 for Undergrad and Grad
Undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurship both take stellar highs in the annual Princeton Review list
2 Coasts: 1 Mission
Bay Area for McCombs and New York for McCombs Foster Support and Opportunity for Alumni and Students
Harnessing AI To Enhance Critical Thinking
As AI advances, Teaching Fellow Bentzin helps evolve teaching at McCombs
Easing the Research-Teaching Juggle
Teaching Fellow De Simone finds ways to support colleagues by amplifying McCombs values
Sweat the Boardroom, Not the Exam
Leading simulated meetings builds students’ real-world skills, says Teaching Fellow Bill Peterson
Ripped From the Headlines
By bringing news into the classroom, Teaching Fellow Srinivasan students gain sought-after business skills
Data Doesn’t Stand on Its Own
Teaching Fellow Sury guides students in a critical competency: weaving research into persuasive stories
Texas Executive MBA Hits No. 10 in U.S.
McCombs lands at No. 10 in the U.S. and leads in alumni network in the Financial Times’ 2025 Executive MBA Ranking