Leadership Development Program at the Owen Graduate School of Management

The Owen Graduate School of Management is the business school of Vanderbilt University, a prestigious private research university located in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Established in 1969, Owen is known for delivering high-impact business education with a strong focus on leadership, ethics, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. The school is named after Ralph Owen, an alumnus and former CEO of NCR Corporation, whose contributions helped shape its mission and growth. Owen is recognized for its small class sizes, which encourage close interaction between students and faculty and foster a collaborative learning environment. The school emphasizes a tight-knit community, personalized career support, and strong mentorship, helping students develop both analytical expertise and essential soft skills. Academically, Owen offers programs such as the Full-Time MBA, Executive MBA, MS in Finance, Master of Accountancy, and healthcare-focused degrees. The school is AACSB-accredited and enjoys strong recruitment outcomes across consulting, finance, healthcare, and technology industries.