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"We Are GSM" - Meet Assistant Professor Sebastian Calonico
When hospitals face uncertainty, Sebastian Calonico turns data into direction. From dementia prevention research to MBA classrooms, he builds tools that help leaders allocate resources wisely and make evidence-based decisions.
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News
Dean H. Rao Unnava: February 2026 Big 3 Video
Dean H. Rao Unnava’s latest Big 3 highlights airline industry leader Maury Gallagher as Dean’s Distinguished Speaker, national recognition for the UC Davis Online MBA and faculty research advancing health care through machine learning.
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Insights into Incentive Architecture in Marketing
Marketing is ultimately about creating value, which requires managing relationships across customers, channel partners, agencies, and platforms. Yet behind every successful interorganizational relationship lies something less visible but far more powerful: incentives.
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Beyond ChatGPT: A Professor-Built AI for Business School
Artificial intelligence has moved from campus curiosity to classroom co-pilot in record time. The early adopters aren’t using AI to replace rigor; they’re using it to scale access to it. Professor Prasad Naik has been on the forefront of doing exactly that.
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Upcoming Events
MBA Class Visit in Davis: Sustainable Energy Industry Immersion
Mar 13, 2026 9:30am - 1:30pm
MBA Class Visit in Davis: Biotechnology Industry Immersion
Mar 13, 2026 9:30am - 1:30pm
MBA Class Visit in Davis: Biotechnology Industry Immersion
Mar 13, 2026 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Mar 11, 2026
Women's Day Celebration
Hosted by GSM Women in Leadership & Allies (WiLA)
WiLA’s Biggest Event of the Year—Open for All! Join us for the WiLA Women’s Day Celebration 2026, an inspiring evening of confidence-building...
Mar 12, 2026
Discover UC Davis MPAc: Student Stories & Success Tips
Join us for an interactive webinar featuring current MPAc students as they share their experiences and insights. Learn what life is like in the...
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The Power of Paying It Forward with Mentorship
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Alumni Video Spotlight: Sonic Prabhudesai MSBA 18
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No. 1 MSBA Globally for Return on Investment
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No. 20 Public Full-Time MBA in U.S.
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No. 9 Online MBA in North America
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No. 29 Public Part-Time MBA in U.S.
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