A world-class education
Business is more than a series of transactions, and a Heider College of Business education strives to be more than a degree. We are a community driven by our values and committed to service in the world of business.
Our namesake, Creighton alumnus Charles “Charlie” Heider, BSC’49, HON’10, and his wife, Mary, valued ethical leadership — a responsibility we’ve held close since 1920.
As our alumni know, our students receive a transformative education from a Jesuit university renowned for developing ethical and socially responsible leaders.
- 99% of recent graduates employed or enrolled in graduate school or a volunteer program within 6 months of graduation.
- Top 2% of business schools worldwide accredited in both business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International
- Most Heider College of Business students (70%+) who complete more than one internship receive 3 to 5 job offers on average.
Want to connect with other alumni, plan a visit to campus, mentor a student or get involved? Contact alumni@creighton.edu today!
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Heider College of Business News
How a recent grad prepared for a career in equity research
Equity Research Analyst Will Kaatz, BSBA’24, shares how Creighton’s Portfolio Practicum and faculty mentorship prepared him for the fast-paced world of equity research at Baird.
How a Creighton connection saved an alumna’s life
In 2023, a Facebook post from an Iowa meteorologist led alumna Emily Belden Bond to discover she had Stage II breast cancer.
How an alumna turned a canceled internship into her Creighton legacy
When her internship plans fell apart, Betsy Tanner, BSBA’21, built something even better: a student-run analytics team changing how nonprofits serve the community. She started Creighton’s Community Analytics Consulting Team, a club that’s providing students with real-world experience.
A stronger network
“Through your words, recommendations and contributions of time, expertise and investment, you not only strengthen the impact our students, alumni and faculty can make in the world; you continue to provide the connections that make our network stronger.”
— Anthony R. Hendrickson, PhD, Dean of the Heider College of Business
Heider College of Business Board Members
Gary R. Batenhorst, BSBA’73
David E. Black, BSBA’05
Dana C. Bradford IV, MBA’13
Mary Jo Burke, BSBA’75
Richard M. Coffey, BSBA’60
Daniel J. Davis, BSBA’92
David S. Erker, BSBA’80
John J. Griffith
Mark Hasebroock, MBA’88
Lisa Rater Johnson BSBA’88
W. Todd Johnson
Kevin R. Loberg, MBA’95
John L. Maginn, BSBA’61
Thomas P. McCarthy, BSBA’76
Jeffrey A. McCroy, BSBA’84
Terry J. McClain
William L. McQuillan, BSBA’73
Michael C. Meyer, BSBA’81, MBA’02
Mark Mowat, BSBA’86
John W. Neppl, BSBA’88
Thomas K. Nichting, BSBA’83
Michael J. Remmes, BSBA’84
Patrick J. Riordan, BSBA’84
Gerrit J. Schutte III
Robert T. Slezak, MBA’89
Timothy P. Sullivan, MBA’97
Michael A. Summers, BSBA’87
Paul J. Thompson, BSBA’84
Patricia Greco Wiederholt, BSBA’74
Jennifer Wede Tippins, BSBA’04
Richard A. Witt, BSBA’74
Gary K. Witt
Lyn Wallin Ziegenbein, JD’77
Fundraising Priorities
Here are a few great ways you can support the Heider College of Business. To learn more, contact MikeOMalley@creighton.edu., or KatrinaSpiess@creighton.edu.
Scholarships
The Heider College of Business is connected to a network of Fortune 500 companies in Omaha and beyond. Scholarships empower our students to tap into this network and take up the torch in the world of business.
Faculty Development
Endowed faculty positions elevate student learning and ensure that Creighton retains the best instructors in all business disciplines. Those who hold endowed positions influence generations of students in classrooms, boardrooms and beyond.
The Heider Mindsets
Creighton business students excel because we reinforce our curriculum with a service-focused mission. Our donors’ generosity allows us to nourish both the hearts and minds of future business leaders.
Entrepreneurship and Student-run Business Support
The Heider College of Business has a strong entrepreneurial culture — with such initiatives as the 3-Day Startup event, IDEA Hub and iJay Store. Funding for dedicated resources and guidance will help even more students pursue their innovative ideas.
Wharton Research Data Services Subscription Endowment
Creighton subscribes to Wharton Research Data Services, a platform providing more than 250 terabytes of research data. We require endowed funds for this tool, which enhances our research and assists in recruiting top faculty.
Big Data Initiative
Our world generates an overwhelming amount of data. To meet this challenge, we collaborate with local businesses and organizations. Together, we develop the technical skills to harness and wrangle this data into useful industry insights.
Heider College of Business Global Initiative
A smart business student is a globally aware citizen. Scholarships enable our students to take an annual trip to the New York Stock Exchange and broaden their perspectives by learning the lessons of other global financial centers and emerging markets.
Health Care Graduate Programs
An endowment to this area will support the continued growth of a specialized graduate program focusing on the business management of today’s complex health care environment.