School of Applied Economics and Management | Cornell Dyson
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School of Applied Economics and Management | Cornell Dyson
Programs
Why Dyson
Industry Advantages
Undergraduate Program
Our undergraduate business program, offered with the
Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)
, emphasizes ethical and sustainable business practices through a rigorous business curriculum and service-learning experiences. The Dyson School undergraduate degree is foundational in preparing you for professional success.
Explore Undergraduate Business
Professional Graduate Programs
Our suite of professional graduate programs connect deep academic knowledge with skills you can put to work from day one. Students develop expertise in applied economics and related fields, preparing them for successful careers as analysts, consultants, and industry leaders.
View Professional Degree Programs
Research Degrees
Our highly-ranked
MS degree
and
PhD program
offer rigorous, STEM-designated research-focused training in applied economics and management. Students collaborate with faculty on practical challenges and build the skills needed for impactful careers in academia, policy, and industry.
Discover Research Program Details
A Leader in Academic Excellence and Selectivity
The Dyson School is nationally recognized for excellence. Our undergraduate business degree is among the most selective programs in the country, while research-driven graduate programs in applied economics consistently rank at the top—earning a reputation for innovation and outstanding graduate placement in academia and industry.
Cornell’s Unmatched Academic Breadth
As part of the
SC Johnson College
, CALS, and Cornell University, Dyson School students can choose from more than 4,000 courses and electives. This broad access, combined with co-curricular opportunities, allows you to tailor your education and build deep expertise across disciplines and industries.
Advancing Lives Through Business
Guided by
Cornell’s land-grant mission
, the Dyson School is rooted in using business for a better world. Through teaching, research, and public engagement—including our
Grand Challenges program
— we share knowledge and practical solutions that support sustainable progress in New York and around the globe.
Leading Dyson with Insight, Skill, and Global Vision
Dean Jinhua Zhao brings vision and deep knowledge of applied economics to the Dyson School—and leads with a thoughtful, approachable style. Under his leadership, the school promotes rigorous teaching, impactful research, and actionable solutions in agriculture, business, and sustainability with a focus on
our business is a better world
.
Learn More About Dean Zhao
Faculty Shaping Business and Policy Worldwide
Dyson School faculty are top experts in public, environmental, food, and development policy. As award-winning educators and researchers, they mentor business students and shape solutions for industry, government, and society—bringing real-world insight into every classroom.
Explore College Faculty
Engaged Alumni Driving Student Success and Lifelong Connections
Dyson School alumni actively support the school by mentoring students, returning to campus as guest speakers, hiring graduates, and contributing financially. Their engagement strengthens the Dyson School community and extends its impact across industries and generations.
Discover Dyson Alumni
April 22, 2026
The murky business of clean air: Creating a transparent carbon market
Cornell students in the Dyson School's SMART program created a dashboard to track and verify carbon market data in Kenya.
April 17, 2026
Northeast farmers could profit from grass-fed beef if they expand, join forces
Dyson researchers find that grass-fed beef can compete with grain-fed beef in New York state and New England if production scales up
April 7, 2026
Tech That Matters: EBT Cards Increase SNAP Participation
The study is the first to combine monthly state-level EBT information with monthly household SNAP participation data.
On and Around Campus: Dyson’s Community
With its stunning scenery, historic buildings, and steady stream of activity, Cornell University is the heartbeat of Ithaca, New York. Our college town is nestled in one of the country’s most spectacular regions. We’d love to show you around, whether you meet us in person on the Ag Quad or explore our campus from home.
EXPERIENCE OUR CAMPUS
Change the World with Us: Join the Dyson Community
The Dyson School’s applied economics and management (AEM) programs give you the skills to succeed in many different fields and careers.
Undergraduate AEM majors
tailor their academic path to fit career goals through
concentrations
, minors, or
a second major
; and
graduate students
delve into faculty-mentored research projects that match their professional interests.
APPLY TO UNDERGRAD
APPLY TO GRADuate
Explore Programs
Programs
Why Dyson
Industry Advantages
Undergraduate Program
Our undergraduate business program, offered with the
Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)
, emphasizes ethical and sustainable business practices through a rigorous business curriculum and service-learning experiences. The Dyson School undergraduate degree is foundational in preparing you for professional success.
Explore Undergraduate Business
Professional Graduate Programs
Our suite of professional graduate programs connect deep academic knowledge with skills you can put to work from day one. Students develop expertise in applied economics and related fields, preparing them for successful careers as analysts, consultants, and industry leaders.
View Professional Degree Programs
Research Degrees
Our highly-ranked
MS degree
and
PhD program
offer rigorous, STEM-designated research-focused training in applied economics and management. Students collaborate with faculty on practical challenges and build the skills needed for impactful careers in academia, policy, and industry.
Discover Research Program Details
A Leader in Academic Excellence and Selectivity
The Dyson School is nationally recognized for excellence. Our undergraduate business degree is among the most selective programs in the country, while research-driven graduate programs in applied economics consistently rank at the top—earning a reputation for innovation and outstanding graduate placement in academia and industry.
Cornell’s Unmatched Academic Breadth
As part of the
SC Johnson College
, CALS, and Cornell University, Dyson School students can choose from more than 4,000 courses and electives. This broad access, combined with co-curricular opportunities, allows you to tailor your education and build deep expertise across disciplines and industries.
Advancing Lives Through Business
Guided by
Cornell’s land-grant mission
, the Dyson School is rooted in using business for a better world. Through teaching, research, and public engagement—including our
Grand Challenges program
— we share knowledge and practical solutions that support sustainable progress in New York and around the globe.
Leading Dyson with Insight, Skill, and Global Vision
Dean Jinhua Zhao brings vision and deep knowledge of applied economics to the Dyson School—and leads with a thoughtful, approachable style. Under his leadership, the school promotes rigorous teaching, impactful research, and actionable solutions in agriculture, business, and sustainability with a focus on
our business is a better world
.
Learn More About Dean Zhao
Faculty Shaping Business and Policy Worldwide
Dyson School faculty are top experts in public, environmental, food, and development policy. As award-winning educators and researchers, they mentor business students and shape solutions for industry, government, and society—bringing real-world insight into every classroom.
Explore College Faculty
Engaged Alumni Driving Student Success and Lifelong Connections
Dyson School alumni actively support the school by mentoring students, returning to campus as guest speakers, hiring graduates, and contributing financially. Their engagement strengthens the Dyson School community and extends its impact across industries and generations.
Discover Dyson Alumni
April 22, 2026
The murky business of clean air: Creating a transparent carbon market
Cornell students in the Dyson School's SMART program created a dashboard to track and verify carbon market data in Kenya.
April 17, 2026
Northeast farmers could profit from grass-fed beef if they expand, join forces
Dyson researchers find that grass-fed beef can compete with grain-fed beef in New York state and New England if production scales up
April 7, 2026
Tech That Matters: EBT Cards Increase SNAP Participation
The study is the first to combine monthly state-level EBT information with monthly household SNAP participation data.
On and Around Campus: Dyson’s Community
With its stunning scenery, historic buildings, and steady stream of activity, Cornell University is the heartbeat of Ithaca, New York. Our college town is nestled in one of the country’s most spectacular regions. We’d love to show you around, whether you meet us in person on the Ag Quad or explore our campus from home.
EXPERIENCE OUR CAMPUS
Change the World with Us: Join the Dyson Community
The Dyson School’s applied economics and management (AEM) programs give you the skills to succeed in many different fields and careers.
Undergraduate AEM majors
tailor their academic path to fit career goals through
concentrations
, minors, or
a second major
; and
graduate students
delve into faculty-mentored research projects that match their professional interests.
APPLY TO UNDERGRAD
APPLY TO GRADuate
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