Four students walk together outside the Tepper School of Business building at Carnegie Mellon, smiling and talking on a sunny day.

Engagement at the Tepper School of Business

At the Tepper School of Business, engagement is central to how we learn, lead, and innovate. Our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and corporate partners—brings together unique experiences and perspectives that strengthen every aspect of business education and research.

Commitment to Engagement

The Engagement Initiative reflects the Tepper School’s values: respect, collaboration, and innovation. We believe the most effective solutions are created when people with different lived experiences work together. By cultivating an environment where all voices are heard and valued, we prepare leaders who can navigate complexity and drive meaningful change in business and society.

Building Community

Engagement is woven into every aspect of the Tepper School experience. From the classroom to student organizations, and from faculty research to executive education, we create spaces where ideas are shared and connections are built. Our community-building efforts extend beyond Pittsburgh to online learners, alumni across the globe, and corporate partners who collaborate with us to advance innovation.

For Students

You will join a community that values your perspective and supports your goals. Engagement at the Tepper School fosters collaboration across disciplines, industries, and identities, giving you the tools to lead with empathy and agility.

For Faculty and Staff

Engagement means contributing to a culture of openness and collaboration. Faculty research benefits from interdisciplinary perspectives, while staff shape the daily experience of learning, teaching, and discovery.

For Alumni and Partners

Our graduates carry forward the values of the Tepper School into their organizations and communities. Engagement continues beyond graduation, offering opportunities to connect, mentor, and collaborate with future leaders. Corporate and nonprofit partners benefit from these connections and play a role in advancing innovative solutions.

Innovation Through Inclusion

At Carnegie Mellon, innovation is stronger when built on a foundation of inclusion. The Tepper School’s Engagement team creates opportunities to connect across differences, challenge assumptions, and approach problem-solving with a broader lens. By doing so, we prepare leaders who are ready to shape the future of business.

“Engaging with diverse groups has broadened my perspective and fostered a greater sense of connection. Achieving a unique balance of global perspective, people-centric leadership and data-driven decision-making has been at the heart of my Tepper School experience.”
Rebekah Hughey, M.D. | Online Hybrid MBA 2026
Vice President, Alumni Affairs for the Black Business Association