The Lam Family College of Business

Your Future is Brighter with a Business Degree from SF State!  

We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2026 enrollment.

Future students are invited to explore our business programs at SF State's Lam Family College of Business. When you choose a business program, you're selecting a quality business education of unmatched value in San Francisco. Our business programs equip you with the latest business knowledge, in-demand skills and hands-on experiences to help you succeed in a global economy, forge a strong, supportive network, and lead the way to a more prosperous and equitable world.  Learn more about our business programs and apply today.

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For Future Students

For Admitted Students

If you've been admitted to San Francisco State University, congratulations, you're a Gator! We can’t wait to welcome you to the Lam Family College of Business, a place where ideas turn into opportunities and students develop into future leaders.

Watch the video below to hear directly from our students about why they chose one of the business programs at the Lam Family College of Business.  From small, supportive classes and dedicated faculty and staff to hands-on learning and real-world experiences in the heart of San Francisco, you'll discover how your education connects directly to rewarding career opportunities. Accept your admission offer today! 

LFCoB Graduation Celebrations

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2026! Below are the departmental graduation celebrations for the Lam Family College of Business.

  • Accounting: Saturday, May 17, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Student Life Center / Annex 1
  • Economics: Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. HSS Courtyard
  • Information Systems: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Student Life Center / Annex 1
  • Marketing: Monday, May 19, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Herbst Theater, 401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco CA-94102
  • LFCoB Undergraduate Graduation Celebration: Monday, May 19, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. GYM 100. This celebration is open to students in the following majors:

    • Decision Sciences
    • Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management
    • Finance
    • International Business
    • Labor and Employment Studies
    • Management.
    • Contact the LFCoB main office — cobus@sfsu.edu 

     

    Learn more about the LFCoB Undergraduate Graduation Celebration.

  • Graduate Business Programs Graduation Celebration: Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. SF State Downtown Campus, 160 Spear St, Rooms 505/506, San Francisco.  All eligible students received an email invitation on April 15. The deadline to RSVP is April 30. Space will be very limited, so interested students need to RSVP themselves and up to two guests by the April 30th deadline. This celebration is open to students in the following majors:
    • Master of Business Administration
    • Master of Science in Accountancy
    • Master of Science in Accounting and Analytics
    • Master of Science in Business Analytics
    • Master of Science in Quantitative Economics
    • Contact: Christopher Kingston — cak@sfsu.edu

 

Events

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Thu, April 23, 05:30 pm
Humanities 133
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Thu, May 21, 01:00 pm
Oracle Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco

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Featured Undergraduate Programs

B.S. in Business Administration Concentration in Business Analytics

Business analytics in one of the fastest growing fields in business! A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Analytics can help open a wide range of in-demand and cutting-edge career opportunities for students. You can also easily complete a double-concentration with Decision Sciences or Information Systems, or a double-major with Economics.

SF State Scholars Programs (Blended Bachelor's + Master's)

Students enrolled in one of these programs pursue a bachelor’s and master’s degree simultaneously, earning graduate credit while in their junior and/or senior year, and thereby reducing the number of semesters required for completion of a master’s degree. Our college offers SF State Scholars Programs in Accounting (with an MS in Accounting & Analytics), Business Analytics (with an MS in Business Analytics) Decision Sciences (with an MS in Business Analytics), Economics (with an MS in Quantitative Economics), and Information Systems (with an MS in Business Analytics).

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 

Provides students majoring in business administration with a foundation in the basic concepts and practices of the business community, and with particular expertise in one or more of the 10 fields of practice, to prepare them to think creatively and to exercise critical judgment when making business decisions. Students may also choose to minor in a field of practice within the B.S. in Business Administration.

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management

Prepares students to become exceptional hospitality and tourism industry business leaders through experiential and personalized learning. This program is designed to provide students with a core of business education and professional hospitality, tourism and event management knowledge. Students can choose an elective emphasis, including: hotel operations management; food and beverage management; conventions, meetings and event management, or tourism management. 

Featured Graduate Programs

Graduate Certificate Programs

Learn about our 11 different Graduate Certificate programs, including Decision SciencesEthics & ComplianceInternational Business & Global Leadership, Enterprise Cybersecurity, Marketing in the Digital Economy, Finance, and more! These certificates are designed for working professionals and graduate students looking to deepen their knowledge and develop sought-after skills in specialized, growing fields.

Center for Ethical & Sustainable Business

The Center for Ethical and Sustainable Business - Integrating ethics, corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability beyond the classroom.