UC Berkeley Haas School of Business - Comprehensive Report

Leadership Overview

Interim Dean: Jennifer A. Chatman

Role: Interim Dean, Haas School of Business; Paul J. Cortese Distinguished Professor of Management.

Contact: [chatman@haas.berkeley.edu](mailto:chatman@haas.berkeley.edu)

Background: Previously served as Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Acting Dean from October to December 2023.

Achievements: Oversees academic policy and direction. Engages in research focusing on organizational culture and leadership.

Management Team:

Howie Avery: Vice Dean and Chief Development Officer ([howieavery@berkeley.edu](mailto:howieavery@berkeley.edu))

Élida Bautista: Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer ([elida_bautista@berkeley.edu](mailto:elida_bautista@berkeley.edu))

Charles Cannon: Interim Chief Operating Officer ([cgcannon@berkeley.edu](mailto:cgcannon@berkeley.edu))

Monica Colombo: Chief of Staff ([monica.colombo@berkeley.edu](mailto:monica.colombo@berkeley.edu))

Loretta Ezeiffe: Vice Dean and Chief Financial Officer ([lnezeife@berkeley.edu](mailto:lnezeife@berkeley.edu))

Wendy Guild: Vice Dean, MBA Programs ([wguild@berkeley.edu](mailto:wguild@berkeley.edu))

Therese Madden: Interim Chief Administrative Officer ([theresemadden@berkeley.edu](mailto:theresemadden@berkeley.edu))

Alexandre Mas: Co-Associate Dean for Academic Affairs ([amas@berkeley.edu](mailto:amas@berkeley.edu))

Mike Rielly: CEO, Berkeley Executive Education ([mikerielly@berkeley.edu](mailto:mikerielly@berkeley.edu))

Joey Schmit: Chief Marketing Officer ([joey.schmit@berkeley.edu](mailto:joey.schmit@berkeley.edu))

Terry Taylor: Co-Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Milton W. Terrill Chaired Professor of Business Administration ([taylor@haas.berkeley.edu](mailto:taylor@haas.berkeley.edu))

Erika Walker: Senior Vice Dean for Instruction ([ewalker@berkeley.edu](mailto:ewalker@berkeley.edu))

Organizational and Academic Excellence

The Haas School of Business is recognized globally for its rigorous academic programs, including full-time, evening & weekend, and executive MBA programs. It adheres to four guiding principles: "Confidence without attitude," "Beyond yourself," "Question the status quo," and "Students always," framing its identity and educational approach.

Rankings:

Ranked No. 7 among top business schools and No. 2 in Part-time MBA by U.S. News & World Report.

Holds the second position in direct-admit BBA programs as of July 2022.

Recent Developments and Strategic Initiatives

Expansion: The largest historical gift enables the extension of the undergraduate business program from two to four years.

New Initiatives: Establishment of Haas Entrepreneurship Hub (eHub) promoting entrepreneurship with collaborative spaces and resources.

DEI Efforts: Under Élida Bautista’s leadership, the school advances diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging initiatives.

Program Transformations: Enhancing core programs for greater competitiveness and student accessibility on a national and international scale.

Research and Insights

Haas excels in research focused on organizational culture, leadership, and market strategy, exploring contemporary issues like digital biology innovations and carbon pricing effectiveness.

Peer Comparisons and Competitive Positioning

Haas faces competitive challenges from top-tier institutions including Columbia University, Duke University, and Harvard Business School. It differentiates through its emphasis on ethical leadership and diversity initiatives.

MIT Sloan: Competes closely with Haas on leadership and innovation in management education.

Stanford Graduate School of Business: Proximity and top ranking present significant competition, although Haas's broader access and diversity efforts balance the scale.

Industry and Market Impact

Graduates of Haas are aptly prepared for leadership roles across various sectors, notably in consulting, technology, and finance, known for their "confident yet humble" leadership style.

Notable Alumni

John Burris, MBA 70, is a notable civil rights attorney recognized for contributions against discrimination and part of Rodney King’s legal team leading to a landmark settlement.