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Department of Business Administration, Graduate School, Korea University Recruiting New Students

Department of Business Administration, Graduate School, Korea University Recruiting New Students for Fall 2026… Applications Open Until April 9 A new opportunity is opening for those seeking to advance both their research direction and career development. The Department of Business Administration at the Graduate School of Korea University has begun accepting applications for domestic students for the Fall 2026 intake, with the application deadline set for 5:00 PM on Thursday, April 9. As the business environment continues to evolve rapidly, the criteria for selecting a graduate program are also shifting. Beyond the name of the major, the strength of the research environment and academic network has become an increasingly important factor. ▲ A group of full-time faculty members at Korea University Business School pose for a commemorative photo. Korea University Business School boasts one of the largest research infrastructures in the country, supported by 95 full-time faculty members. This is considered a key strength, as it enables applicants to choose academic advisors who closely align with their research interests and topics. The faculty’s diverse expertise, spanning a wide range of subfields and research areas, provides a strong foundation for graduate students to conduct rigorous and advanced research. As a research-oriented graduate school, Korea University Business School is also strengthening its interdisciplinary research environment to reflect rapidly evolving industries and societal needs. With a focus on the so-called “4Tech” fields—AI, semiconductors, robotics, and energy—the school is expanding the scope of business research beyond traditional boundaries and fostering the exploration of emerging challenges. Through this approach, students are able to analyze business phenomena from a more multidimensional perspective and develop their research questions into independent scholarly work. Its research infrastructure is another key strength. Graduate students are provided with dedicated research spaces, including offices, seminar rooms, and lockers, along with access to data analysis software such as SAS, SPSS, STATA, and MATLAB. In addition, Korea University Library houses approximately 3.31 million volumes and 86,000 non-book materials, offering a comprehensive foundation for academic research. In particular, students have access to major databases such as Bloomberg, Compustat, CRSP, WRDS, and LSEG Workspace. Recently, thanks to a donation from Eugene Investment & Securities, the number of Bloomberg terminals has been expanded to 12, further enhancing the research environment in finance and related fields. Korea University Business School also offers a range of scholarship programs to support students in focusing on their research. These include full tuition coverage through research and teaching assistantships, as well as research scholarships under the BK21 program and merit-based scholarships. Approximately KRW 2.3 billion in scholarships are awarded annually, along with programs that encourage research activities, such as support for participation in international academic conferences. For the Fall intake, the department will admit students to master’s, doctoral, and integrated master’s–doctoral programs in the following fields: Management, Global Business, Strategy, Finance, Information Systems (IS), and LSOM. The Marketing field will recruit only for doctoral and integrated programs, while Accounting and Business Analytics are excluded from this round of admissions. The Fall admissions cycle is particularly meaningful as it provides another opportunity for applicants who have reassessed their academic or career paths following the Spring admissions cycle. For those who have further refined their research interests or career goals, this can serve as a strategic opportunity to select a research environment that best fits their needs. Daeil Nam, Associate Dean for Research at Korea University Business School, stated, “As business studies become increasingly interconnected with industry, the importance of research environments and networks continues to grow,” adding, “We support our students in expanding their research and connecting it to real-world applications.” ▶ Apply for Fall 2026 Domestic Graduate Admissions at Korea University ◀

2026.04.13 Views 42

"A Five-Day Journey" … ESADE International Study Tour in KUBS Successfully Concluded

"A Five-Day Journey" … ESADE International Study Tour in KUBS Successfully Concluded The Executive Education Center (Director: Seokkyun Kim) of the Graduate School of Business Administration at Korea University Business School (KUBS) (Dean: Eonsoo Kim) hosted the 2025 ESADE International Study Tour: Digital Transformation & Business Analytics in Asia (hereafter "the program") in collaboration with ESADE Business School (hereafter "ESADE") from January 6 to 10. ESADE, affiliated with Ramon Llull University in Barcelona, Spain, is one of the country’s top business schools alongside IESE and IE. As a member of the CEMS Global Alliance in Management Education, ESADE actively collaborates with over 100 academic institutions worldwide. CEMS membership is limited to the most prestigious business schools in each country, including KUBS, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business (USA), The London School of Economics and Political Science (UK), and HEC Paris (France), among a total of 33 institutions. A total of 52 participants visited the Graduate School of Business, including 50 Master of Science students from ESADE, along with two faculty and staff members. Throughout their stay, ESADE students attended six Digital Transformation lectures held in Room 303 of the Hyundai Motor Hall. Beyond academics, the students also explored Korean businesses and culture. They visited two leading domestic companies, Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang and Amorepacific, and toured the National Museum of Korea, where they enjoyed a docent-guided exhibition of cultural artifacts. Reflecting on the visit, one student remarked, "The scale of Korea’s national museum was impressive, and the advanced development of Korean companies left a lasting impression." On the final day, a farewell dinner was held at a traditional Korean restaurant in Anam-dong to mark the conclusion of the program. The dinner was attended by Associate Dean Byung Cho Kim, Professor Kyuhong Han, and Professor Jeunghyun Kim. Associate Dean Byung Cho Kim shared farewell remarks, stating, "I hope this program has been a meaningful experience for all students."

2025.03.04 Views 2516

"You Are Already Winners" The 118th Graduation Ceremony of the Business School and Graduate

"You Are Already Winners" … The 118th Graduation Ceremony of the Business School and Graduate School of Business Successfully Concluded The 118th graduation ceremony of Korea University Business School (KUBS) and the Graduate School of Business Administration (Dean: Eonsoo Kim) was held on Tuesday, February 25, at Inchon Memorial Hall. The event was attended by graduates, faculty members, family, and friends, all sharing in the joy of this milestone. During the ceremony, Dean Eonsoo Kim reflected, "Looking back on the past few years, there must have been challenging times, but you have overcome them. No one knows what the future holds, but in the end, you will emerge victorious." Following this, Dongseop Lee, President of the Korea University Business School Alumni Association, encouraged graduates with the words, "Focus on your goals, challenge yourself without fear, and strive to be someone others admire—this will lead you to success." Sunhwa Shin, CEO of UCK Partners and a KUBS alumna, also delivered congratulatory remarks and advice to the graduates. Representing the graduating class, Seonwoong Yoon (Business Administration, Class of 2019) shared, "Looking back now, my university years have passed by in the blink of an eye. Moving forward, I will continue to take pride in my alma mater, Korea University Business School." The ceremony concluded with the presentation of the President’s Award, Dean’s Award, and degrees. As the final moment of celebration, graduates stood together, tossing their caps into the air, marking the joyous end of the ceremony.

2025.02.27 Views 2548

“CEOs Who Are Now Fellow Alumni” … AMP 98th Graduation Ceremony Held

“CEOs Who Are Now Fellow Alumni” … AMP 98th Graduation Ceremony Held The graduation ceremony for the 98th class of the Advanced Management Program (AMP) at the Graduate School of Business, Korea University (Dean: Eonsoo Kim), was held on February 17 at the LP-POSCO Hall, Supex Hall. Attendees included Dean Eonsoo Kim, Associate Dean Gangseog Ryu, Academic Director Seokkyun Kim, Senior Vice President Hyun-Ki Kim, members of the alumni association, graduates, and their families, all gathered to celebrate the achievement. Dean Eonsoo Kim was the first to congratulate the graduates, who dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to reaching this milestone despite their busy lives. He said, “I believe you will become the model of entrepreneurial spirit that will lead our society in a better direction,” and added, “I wish you endless glory in your future.” Senior Vice President Hyun-Ki Kim of AMP mentioned, “More than 5,000 AMP alumni are already active in leading positions in our society,” and urged, “Please help AMP to grow even further in the future.” Chief Professor Seokkyun Kim of AMP commented, “Balancing work and academics must have been really challenging,” and shared, “A semester passed by so quickly.” The ceremony continued with a speech by Eung-Do Lee, the President of the 98th class alumni association, who represented the graduates. He expressed gratitude by saying, “I thank our respected professors, seniors, and all the cherished classmates,” and added, “Although we come from diverse backgrounds, the time we spent together under the name of Korea University AMP will be eternal.” Next, an award ceremony for the graduates and a merit award presentation by the alumni association took place. Afterward, the graduates stood up to sing the school anthem and concluded the ceremony with the traditional cap toss.

2025.02.26 Views 2352

The 2024 Fall Semester Best English Thesis Award Ceremony was held

The 2024 Fall Semester Best English Thesis Award Ceremony was held On February 17th, the Best English Thesis Award Ceremony for the 2024-2 semester was held at the Dean's Office of KUBS (Dean: Eonsoo Kim). The Best English Thesis Award is selected each semester to encourage excellent English papers and to recognize the hard work of graduate students who write outstanding theses. To celebrate the awardees, Dean Eonsoo Kim and Associate Dean for Research Dae Il Nam attended the ceremony. A total of seven graduate students were selected for the 2024 Fall semester's Best English Thesis Award. The recipients and their thesis titles are as follows: Yu Dam (PhD student, Global Business): Essays on Performance Feedback and Corporate Strategies of MNEs Park So-Yeon (Master's student, Management): Narrative Tone and Facial Emotion Management of Risk Disclosure in Crowdfunding Nam Myung-Yeon (Master's student, Marketing): Green Waves in the Market: Linking Environmental Brand Activism to Consumer and Investor Behavior Kim Su-Ji (Master's student, Finance): Time to Innovate Gwak Ah-Young (Master's student, Accounting): Assessing GPT’s Usefulness in Analyzing Tone and Sentiment of the MD&A Section of 10-K Reports; Can GPT Summaries Better Detect Earnings Management? Kim Kyu-Min (Master's student, LSOM): Stockout-Based Spillover Effect in Apparel and The Moderating Role of Fitting Room Shim Ho-Seong (Master's student, IS): Know Your Enemy: Leveraging Principles of Persuasion for Prompt-Learning-Based Data Augmentation in Smishing Detection

2025.02.26 Views 2421

Successful Completion of the 2025 E-MBA New Student Off-Campus Orientation

Successful Completion of the 2025 E-MBA New Student Off-Campus Orientation The Executive MBA (E-MBA) New Student Off-Campus Orientation at Korea University Business School (Dean: Eonsoo Kim) was held on February 7th at the Four Seasons Hotel. The E-MBA program is a Master of Business Administration program designed for senior managers and executives. Korea University launched Korea’s first E-MBA program in 2003, aiming to cultivate creative global CEOs who lead sustainable growth and innovation. The event was attended by all 51 new students of the 23rd E-MBA class, as well as distinguished guests including Associate Dean Gangseog Ryu, Associate Dean Byung Cho Kim, E-MBA Academic Director Daeki Kim, and Professor Shijin Yoo, who graced the occasion. In his congratulatory speech, Associate Dean Gangseog Ryu remarked, " There may be challenges along the way while pursuing the E-MBA, but it will be a time filled with the joy of learning and the pleasure of forming meaningful friendships. We, as faculty and staff, will strive to ensure that your choice exceeds satisfaction and becomes a truly rewarding experience." Kwang-Sun Kim, the 17th President of the Graduate School of Business Alumni Association, added, "The E-MBA program is a journey to redesign your vision and future in the middle of your professional career. We will support you on your path." The first session of the event proceeded in the following order: greetings from the E-MBA academic director and program manager, an introduction to the E-MBA program and campus life, self-introductions by the 23rd cohort, and an introduction to the 22nd student association. The second session continued with a welcome speech by the Dean of the Graduate School of Business, remarks from the Alumni Association President, remarks from the 22nd Student Association President, a fellowship festival, and Korea University Culture Night. During the ‘Eoulrim Hanmadang’ (Fellowship Festival), performances by the Alumni Association Choir (KUBS EMBA CHORUS) and the dance club ‘Rhythm Tiger’ enlivened the atmosphere. The Korea University Cultural Night allowed students to immerse themselves in the university’s traditions, including singing the school cheer songs. The event concluded with remarks from the E-MBA 22nd cohort's Public Relations Director. New E-MBA student Kyung-Sun Kwon shared, "I have learned a lot within my organization, but I wanted to explore new knowledge, which led me to apply for the E-MBA. I am delighted to meet such outstanding professors and classmates, and I look forward to growing together over the next two years." Another new student, Seung-Min Lee, remarked, "As I navigated various management challenges in today’s rapidly changing industry, I wanted to study in a structured way, which led me to enroll in the E-MBA. I look forward to expanding my network by meeting professionals from diverse fields." Meanwhile, the 2025 E-MBA New Student On-Campus Orientation is scheduled to take place on February 22nd.

2025.02.24 Views 3781

2024 Fall Management Studies Program (MSP) 105th Completion Ceremony Held… `Wishing You All the Best

2024 Fall Management Studies Program (MSP) 105th Completion Ceremony Held… 'Wishing You All the Best for the Future.' The 105th class completion ceremony of the Management Research Program (MSP) at Korea University Graduate School of Business (Dean: Eonsoo Kim) was held on February 7 at Young-Il Ahn Hall on the 6th floor of the LG POSCO Building. The event was attended by MBA Associate Dean Gangseog Ryu, Academic Director Seokkyun Kim, Alumni Association President Hwan Ki Son, as well as honorary advisors of the MSP Alumni Association and the graduating students. The ceremony began with a video summarizing the activities of the past four months. The MSP program is a mini MBA program aimed at cultivating innovative business leaders equipped with specialized knowledge and leadership skills. Associate Dean Gangseog Ryu stated, "Korea University's MSP was the first of its kind in Korea, launched in 1963, and has produced over 10,000 alumni." He further explained that the program helps develop rational and strategic thinking in various fields such as finance, marketing, and big data. He added, "This program must have provided you with an opportunity to experience and prepare for an MBA course in advance. I hope that what you have learned will serve as a foundation not only for your personal growth but also for the growth of your organizations." Speaking on behalf of the 10 graduating students, MSP 105th student Semi Yoo expressed her gratitude, saying, “I was able to apply the knowledge and theories I learned here to real-world situations, and I am also grateful to have met fellow students from diverse backgrounds.” Following this, the ceremony proceeded with the awarding of completion certificates and honors. The graduates then stood to sing the school anthem and concluded the ceremony with a group photo session.

2025.02.24 Views 2126