UMD's Sports Management Program, launched in 2023, connects students with top industry professionals and alumni from organizations like the NBA and ESPN. The 12-credit program combines practical coursework, site visits, and networking opportunities.

Smith Business Leadership Fellows, a prestigious program for freshmen and sophomores, offers mentorship and opportunities to explore career values, engage with industry leaders, and work on real-world challenges, fostering introspection and purposeful leadership.

At Smith, world-class faculty bring decades of research and expertise directly to undergraduate classrooms, offering students a unique opportunity to learn from top scholars, a rare practice among public universities.

Smith’s faculty are dedicated educators and influential thought leaders, consistently recognized among the best scholars in the world. Their groundbreaking work is helping to frame policy, guide industry and solve some of society’s most pressing challenges.Kyle Earns Prestigious Research Prize

A study co-authored by Aneesh Rai, assistant professor of management and organization at the Smith School, suggests breaking large career goals into smaller tasks boosts long-term commitment and performance.

Gregory Rosario ’24, a first-gen college student at Smith, values his education, recognized with top scholarships. He thrives as a leader and advocates for his community, inspired by supportive mentors.

Jeffrey Kyei-Asare, a Class of '25 student at Smith, proves his business acumen with StreetLoveDMV, winning $20,000 at Pitch Dingman Competition and earning recognition from Vice President Harris.

Albert "Ab" Krall '81, a dedicated supporter of Smith School since 1983, recently invested $750,000 for a new active learning classroom. Krall, an executive in residence, emphasizes experiential learning in his teaching.

Bill Boyle ’81 has donated $1M to fund a virtual teaching studio at Smith School, aiming to enhance global learning with advanced tech. Boyle previously launched the Terp Startup Fellows program to support student entrepreneurs.

The Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland is pioneering AI education to meet rising industry demand. The school's new AI center and specialized programs prepare students to address business challenges with AI, ensuring graduates' market relevance.