The 10th annual 'Best & Brightest Business Majors' list, recently released by Poets&Quants for Undergrads, spotlights 100 seniors from the nation's leading undergraduate business programs. These students are recognized for their outstanding contributions to entrepreneurial leadership, academic achievement, and community engagement. This year's cohort, described by senior writer Jeff Schmitt as uniquely proactive, demonstrates a remarkable ability to identify needs and take decisive action, setting a new standard for future business leaders.
Representing a wide array of business disciplines such as business administration, marketing, finance, and operations, the list includes notable individuals like David Elias Kurzmann from ESCP Business School, founder of vipi.education, a student-led tutoring service across Europe. Stephen Mitchell from Marquette University, honored as the Men's Basketball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, also stands out for his academic excellence in Finance and Information Systems. Skyler Mott from Lehigh University and Kassidy Allen from Texas Christian University's Neeley School further exemplify the blend of academic and entrepreneurial success, with Mott managing a realty business valued at $5 million and Allen dedicating over 200 hours as a consultative selling coach.
Compiled through nominations from the top 50 undergraduate business schools, the list achieves a balanced representation with 51 men and 49 women. Each profile offers a deep dive into the students' extracurricular activities, achievements, and personal insights, complemented by testimonials from faculty and administrators. This feature not only celebrates the individual accomplishments of these students but also highlights the evolving landscape of business education, where academic rigor meets innovative thinking and community leadership. For vendors and professionals in the human resources and talent management industry, this list serves as a valuable resource for identifying emerging talent and understanding the qualities that define the next generation of business leaders.
