Established in 1897, San Diego State University (SDSU) is one of the oldest universities in California and has been designated "Research University" with high research activity by the Carnegie Foundation.

Renowned for its academic excellence, the university has been ranked among the nation's best national universities according to U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges 2009 Guide."

MBS bachelor and master students have the opportunity to spend their semester at SDSU taking classes alongside degree-seeking students in the university’s school of business which is AACSB accredited.