About the Greehey School of Business
Since 1923, the Greehey School of Business (GSB) has provided students with an excellent business education grounded in faith, values and service. Located at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, the accredited School prepares students for meaningful careers through ethical leadership, industry engagement and real-world learning.
Vision
Transforming lives and building a better world through an excellent business education grounded in faith, values and service.
Mission of the Greehey School of Business
The Greehey School provides future leaders with a business education grounded in faith, values and service within a learning community committed to the Catholic and Marianist ideals of education.
We produce graduates who are skilled, ethical, professional, globally aware, committed to responsible business practices and prepared for careers of meaning and purpose.
Why Students Choose the Greehey School of Business at St. Mary’s
A powerful force in the state of Texas that has awarded more than 10,000 degrees, the Greehey School of Business has educated some of the finest business leaders anywhere. As an Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International-accredited School of Business, our prestigious accreditation places us in the top 7% of business schools worldwide. We have instilled in our students a sense of integrity and a firmly held belief in the power of business to improve humankind. Our graduates have created billions of dollars in value for our economy, while at the same time being an unstoppable force for good.
Ethics and real-world experiences are at the heart of our approach to business education. Our students travel the globe to serve the underprivileged. They volunteer thousands of hours in our community to help those in need. They manage more than $5.5 million of our endowment in a real trading room, being careful to invest only in ethical companies. They have won many national and international competitions and they engage frequently with exceptional business leaders in their classrooms.
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Join a business school where students build strong academic foundations, professional confidence and career connections. At St. Mary’s University, you will learn in a values-driven community while preparing for success in San Antonio, Texas, and beyond.
Scholarships
St. Mary’s University offers several scholarships and awards to support students with an outstanding academic record and demonstrated financial need.
These scholarships are provided by gracious benefactors who wish to assist deserving students in their journey of achieving a quality education from an institution of higher learning.
St. Mary’s strives to make college affordable. Nearly 100% of incoming undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or institutional grants.
Career Preparation and Leadership Development
The Greehey School of Business presented me with endless opportunities to develop myself academically, personally and professionally. My professors mentored me and helped me to make the most of my education. I gained the knowledge and skills needed to be successful after graduation. Most importantly, I was able to develop into a well-rounded, ethical leader fully prepared to go out and face the challenges of today’s evolving business world.”
Leanne Fuentes B.B.A. ’16
Business Education Focused on Ethics and Community Impact
Mindful of our Catholic and Marianist identity and the Characteristics of Marianist Education, the Greehey School of Business works to transform lives and build a better world by fostering increased economic prosperity, particularly within marginalized groups.
We do this by:
- Providing our students, the majority of whom are from marginalized groups (low income, first generation and/or Hispanic), with access to high-quality education and professional development opportunities that motivate and empower them to increase economic prosperity for themselves, their families and their communities;
- Offering free programs and services that support increased economic prosperity among marginalized groups in the greater San Antonio area and beyond; and
- Encouraging faculty production of scholarship that promotes improvements to business pedagogy, theory and practice, thereby increasing economic prosperity
Creating Future Leaders
Greehey School of Business Core Values
Community
We are a caring, vibrant, diverse and inclusive learning community that treats all members with respect.
Integrity
We are a community committed to professional and ethical conduct.
Opportunity
We empower students with skills, knowledge and opportunities to transform their lives and create positive social change.
Service
We serve God and humanity by preparing our students to serve others.
Partner with Purpose
Partner with the Greehey School of Business in San Antonio to connect with career-ready student talent, internships and employer collaboration opportunities.
Why Study Business in San Antonio?
San Antonio offers students a powerful setting to study business through corporate, nonprofit, public-sector and entrepreneurial opportunities. At St. Mary’s, students benefit from a value-based education while gaining access to internships, networking, community engagement and professional experiences connected to the San Antonio economy.
About the GSB Faculty
At the AACSB International–accredited Greehey School of Business, our faculty uphold the highest standards in teaching, student engagement, industry connection and subject-matter expertise. They serve on prestigious boards and think tanks, consult with corporate, nonprofit and government leaders, hold leadership roles in professional associations, publish in top journals and present at leading conferences worldwide. Many also serve as visiting faculty at top international universities and actively contribute to their communities.
Our Approach to Research
As part of a teaching-focused institution committed to the Catholic and Marianist ideals of education, the Greehey School’s faculty produce intellectual contributions that advance the teaching and practice of business and make a positive contribution to society, especially in the areas of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Pedagogy and Emerging Technologies. Consistent with our mission, we encourage teaching- and practice-focused activities and contributions, while also valuing discipline-based research.
About Bill Greehey
We are proud to be known as the Greehey School of Business. Our alumnus and benefactor, Bill Greehey (B.B.A. ’60), is one of America’s most successful business leaders and generous philanthropists. Named by the Harvard Business Review as among the Top 50 CEOs in the world, Greehey led Valero Energy Corporation to become North America’s largest independent refiner.
In 2005, Greehey’s transformational $25 million gift to St. Mary’s University resulted in the naming of the business school in his honor. To date, his gifts and pledges to the university total in excess of $40 million. Our School has benefited immeasurably because of his example and generosity. We are forever grateful to him and his family for their incredible support.
Greehey Scholars Program
The Greehey Scholars Program is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for incoming freshmen who are exceptional scholars committed to excellence in every aspect of their lives. Thanks to the generosity of alumnus Bill Greehey, this renewable, four-year scholarship and leadership development program guarantees funding for tuition. The Program gives students the opportunity to visit companies around the U.S., study abroad and intern at some of America’s most prestigious corporations.
Students who apply to the Greehey School of Business and meet the Program’s requirements will be invited to apply for the Greehey Scholars Program.
Business Fellows Program
The Business Fellows Program is an exceptional opportunity for high-achieving incoming freshmen. The Program focuses on leadership development and preparing students for professional and personal success.
Business Fellows have the opportunity to work closely with the Dean and the Advisory Council of Executives for the Greehey School of Business. The Program provides students with the resources, skills and support necessary for rewarding careers in business.
Students who apply to the Greehey School of Business and meet the Program’s requirements will be invited to apply for the Business Fellows Program.
Message from the Dean
You will find an academically rigorous environment that will challenge you intellectually to be your very best.”
Rowena Ortiz-Walters, Ph.D.
Dean of the Greehey School of Business
Faces of Success
The Greehey School of Business is proud of our students and alumni who, by their talents and hard work, have helped shape the world. View Presidential Award Winners and notable alumni.
Dean’s Advisory Council
To ensure the excellence of our programs and high levels of industry connectivity, we have created an exceptional Dean’s Advisory Council.
These outstanding individuals volunteer their time to advise the dean and the leadership team of the Greehey School of Business, provide financial support, speak in classes, attend School functions and so much more.
Office of Admission
Location: Chaminade Tower, Room 200
Text: 210-526-0796
Call: 210-436-3126
Email: uadm@stmarytx.edu
Dean of the Greehey Scool of Business
Rowena Ortiz-Walters
210-436-2045
rortizwalters@stmarytx.edu