Learning the New Economic Reality

Learning the New Economic Reality: The dean’s message on the website of Howard University’s School of Business imparts a clear message: “As we continue in our quest to maintain academic excellence, we must adjust to the changing economic environment. The recent downturn in the global economy continues to [have an] impact on opportunities for our students and many of our alumni,” Dr. Barron Harvey wrote, adding that the business school is taking “aggressive steps” to stay competitive, including increasing its focus on international programs and entrepreneurship.

Harvey’s candid assessment illustrates a proactive stance that many historically Black business schools have taken during this period of economic uncertainty.