Aloha from the Dean!
Allison J. Gough, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Business
Aloha and Welcome!
It is my honor to serve as Acting Dean of the College of Business at Hawai’i Pacific University. In the College of Business, we are committed to providing you with the skills necessary to thrive in today’s and tomorrow’s business world. Our programs cultivate the adaptability and flexibility necessary to excel in a fast-paced and fluid business environment, to respond to and anticipate change, meet challenges and innovate.
Our programs and curricula focus on connecting classroom learning with real-world experience and application. Project-based and experiential learning are at the heart of all of our degrees. From internships with leading corporations to consulting projects with local businesses, we offer invaluable experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice. Through our partnerships with industry leaders, you will have access to cutting-edge resources and mentorship from seasoned professionals. Our internationally renowned faculty, who blend academic expertise with a wealth of industry experience, are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of business leaders with the skills and confidence to make an immediate impact in their careers and communities.
Our ethos in the College of Business is to make success accessible to everyone. We offer undergraduate and graduate programs in person and online, seeking to meet the needs of the moment and the future. Whether you are a traditional undergraduate, a working professional seeking to advance your career, or someone returning to education after a break, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Thank you for considering Hawai’i Pacific University. I hope to welcome you to the community soon!
College of Business
DISCOVER YOUR PATH TO A MEANINGFUL CAREER IN BUSINESS
At ¸£Àû¼§, we know there is no single path to a successful career in business. We understand students need the flexibility to explore different areas of business while acquiring real-world skills that are directly applicable to whatever path they choose.
We are committed to offering business students the experiential learning opportunities we believe are key to translating what they learn in the classroom into their individual careers. That’s why ¸£Àû¼§ became the first university in the world to partner with Coursera’s Career Academy, providing students at the undergraduate and graduate levels access to Career Academy certificates that complement business students