The School of Business Administration at The University of Vermont prepares students for careers in management in a dynamic global economy and fosters recognition of the importance of ethical, social, and environmental responsibility.  The School cultivates and supports a Faculty that excels in management education, research, and practice.  The School also commits itself to a special obligation to serve the citizens of Vermont.  It strives to be the best business program of its size.

The School contributes to the mission of the University by pursuing seven objectives:

1. To become nationally known for excellence in undergraduate education that integrates forward-looking professional studies with rigorous studies in the liberal arts and sciences by graduating bachelors' candidates who:
   • know how to think critically, learn independently, and search for and integrate new information;
   • understand what managers do, how businesses operate, and how markets behave;
   • understand how knowledge is created;
   • use knowledge, creative abilities, and analytical skills to frame and solve management problems;
   • have strong communication skills;
   • use information technologies to improve individual and organizational performance;
   • have a sense of history, familiarity with the great world literature and an understanding of global economic, political and technological developments;
   • appreciate the diversity of cultures, values, and ideas.
2. To offer a high quality MBA degree that serves in-career, part-time students and their employers in the Vermont region as well as select full-time students. Graduate MBA candidates who are able to build on previous educational and professional experiences in developing knowledge to address significant management issues of the whole organization as well as the functional parts.
3. To provide students with an environment that fosters intellectual and professional development through academic and career advising.
4. To recruit, retain, reward and reinforce the continuing scholarly and professional development of a faculty and staff that achieves high standards of quality, innovation and productivity in teaching, research and service.
5. To engage in research and publication that enhance the scholarly reputation of the University and enrich the School's educational programs.
6. To conduct public service programs that increase the intellectual capital and leadership capabilities of Vermont's and the nation's business, public sector and not-for-profit organizations.
7. To develop and strengthen cooperative relationships and programs with other colleges, schools and departments at The University of Vermont, that capitalize on institutional strengths and resources to advance the mission of the University.