Empowering the Principled Leaders of Tomorrow
The Daniels College of Business is at a pivotal moment. Building on its legacy of developing principled leaders, Daniels aims to elevate its national presence through a named Graduate School of Business—creating a clear home for advanced business education and executive development.
The Graduate School of Business will unify the Daniels full-time Denver MBA, Part-time Professional MBA, Executive MBA and specialized master’s programs under one identity, expanding its reach to professionals, executives and emerging leaders.
The Graduate School will serve as a nexus of innovation in graduate business education, where rigorous academic preparation is integrated with practical leadership development and meaningful engagement with industry. The new graduate school will strengthen Daniels MBA portfolio while creating space for new programs that meet evolving market needs and prepare purpose-driven leaders.
Philanthropic Giving Opportunities
By consolidating its efforts within a single strategic entity, Daniels will deepen industry engagement, expand experiential learning and better connect scholarship, practice and leadership. Philanthropic investment is critical to launching and sustaining this vision.
Named Graduate School
Goal: $20 Million
A named graduate school represents a defining step forward—enhancing reputation, attracting top faculty and expanding program impact to prepare leaders who advance business and society.
Distinct Spaces for Graduate Students
Goal: $50,000 – $10 Million
Philanthropic investment in Margery Reed Hall will transform this historic campus landmark into a dedicated home for Daniels graduate and executive programs. It will be equipped with technology and spaces designed for advanced learning, executive engagement and meaningful connection.
Academic Leaders Who Shape Daniels
Endowed leadership roles and faculty positions will ensure we maintain the academic rigor, innovation and global impact our graduate programs are known for.
Endowed Director of the Daniels Graduate School of Business
Goal: $3+ Million
This endowed leadership role will guide the strategic direction of Daniels graduate programs, drive innovation and strengthen partnerships while maintaining academic excellence.
Endowed Program Directors for the EMBA, MBA and Specialized Master’s
Goal: $1–3 Million
Dedicated program directors will strengthen the national visibility and distinct identity of Daniels graduate programs, while ensuring programs stay relevant in a rapidly changing global market.
Graduate Professorships
Goal: $1–4 Million
Endowed professorships enable Daniels to recruit and retain top scholars and practitioners who elevate teaching, research and thought leadership.
Executives in Residence
Goal: $250,000 – $2.5 Million
Accomplished business leaders will provide student mentorship, guest teaching and strategic advising, growing the connection between Daniels and the industries our graduates will lead.
The Graduate Student Experience
Daniels delivers a personalized and collaborative learning experience, where students engage with local and global industry and technology. Graduates leave with the perspective, integrity and leadership required to navigate complexity and create lasting impact.
Graduate Scholarship Support
Goal: $100,000 – $10 Million
Scholarships expand access to a Daniels graduate education and help attract high-potential students who strengthen the Daniels community.
Graduate Fellowships
Goal: $100,000 – $10 Million
Fellowships allow exceptional students to participate in a rigorous program that includes executive coaching, exposure to thought leadership and direct engagement with industry leaders.
Global Immersions
Goal: $450,000 Annual Support
Global immersion experiences are a defining part of Daniels' graduate business programs. They build strategic thinking and cultural fluency through real-world business challenges and global market exposure.
Executive Leadership Coaching, Advising and Mentorship
Goal: $1 Million
Daniels will create an integrated ecosystem that supports EMBA students and alumni throughout their leadership journey, including coaching, advising and alumni mentorship.
AI Tools and Technology Access Fund
Goal: $150,000 Annual Support
This funding will provide access to cutting-edge tools and technologies that support modern business education and innovation.
Invest in the Graduate School at the Daniels College of Business
For more information, contact: Shira Moffatt, Executive Director of Development and Alumni Engagement | shira.moffatt@du.edu | 303.871.7668
