Romain College of Business

Today's business students are tomorrow's professionals.

Our value proposition is leveraging technology in unique ways to build market-leading competencies in our students in a personalized, co-created learning environment. All undergraduate business students, starting from the Fall 2024 cohort, will have the opportunity to build two market-leading competencies involving Artificial Intelligence: AI-based neuromarketing and AI-based textual analytics.

We are the only business school with four state-of-the-art labs. Anchoring our value proposition are these cutting edge facilities, where we:

- Study human behavior in the Experimental Economics Lab
- Explore cutting-edge biometrics research in the Biometrix Discovery Lab
- Conduct sentiment and thematic research in the Textual Analytics and Publishing Lab
- Detect and isolate cyber threats in the Cybersecurity Operations Center

We are an exceptional partner within our business communities, co-creating solutions to their business problems by leveraging unique technologies.

Top 2% Globally

The Romain College of Business is among the top 2% of business schools globally to have earned AACSB accreditation in both its business and accounting programs.

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RCOB Students Excel on CPA Exam

The first-time CPA Exam pass rates for USI students exceeded both the national and state averages in 2024 - higher than Purdue, Butler, Indiana State, Ball State and University of Evansville. USI grads outperformed national and state averages on Audit, FAR, REG and TCP.

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USI Romain College of Business constructing Center for Applied Business Technologies

The University of Southern Indiana Romain College of Business has announced the construction of a Center for Applied Business Technologies, a state-of-the-art facility designed to prepare students for careers at the intersection of business and emerging technologies, specifically Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Center, which will be located on the first floor of the Business and Engineering Center, is scheduled to open fall 2026.

Romain College of Business alum Alex Perry explores the United States before launching finance career

Before beginning his finance career, Romain College of Business alum Alex Perry ’25 took time to explore the United States on a 9,000+ mile van trip after graduating magna cum laude with degrees in finance and accounting.

USI to offer new MBA concentration in Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence concentration develops proficiency in AI-driven business strategies, decision-making processes and AI tools for business innovation and efficiency. The program offers cutting-edge AI skills tailored to today's business landscape, enabling professionals to stay competitive by mastering tools and techniques in high demand. Students can start taking classes for the AI concentration during the Summer 2025 term, which begins May 19.

USI online Master of Business Administration Program earns top 20 ranking by Fortune Education

The University of Southern Indiana Romain College of Business Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program has been ranked 20th in Fortune Education’s Best Online MBA Programs for 2024.

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USI Romain College of Business Accounting Program receives extension of AACSB accreditation

The University of Southern Indiana Romain College of Business has received a five-year extension on its accreditation for its Accounting Program, placing it among the top 2% of business schools, globally, to have earned AACSB accreditation for its Business and Accounting Programs.

Why choose USI Romain College of Business?

Our value proposition: Leveraging technology in unique ways to build market-leading competencies in a personalized, co-created learning environment.

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Certificates

Already have a degree but want to upgrade your skills? From supply chain management to CIS to sales, check out our eight certificate programs.

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The USI Online MBA program has earned Top 20 ranking by Fortune Education. It has earned consistent accolades for its online program and affordability by Fortune, U.S. News & World Report and multiple other outlets.

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Romain College Advising Center

The Center assists schedule planning and career exploration in business, academic planning and helping you achieve your goals.

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Award Spring / USI Foundation Scholarships

View the many scholarships available through Award Spring, and apply for eligible opportunities.

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Romain Speaker Series

Romain College hosts many innovative and engaging speakers throughout the year.

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Upcoming Events

‘Aya Rodriguez-Izumi: Signals’ | ‘Light and Form: Prints and Sculpture’ by Deborah Hutchinson-Hagedorn and Bernard Hagedorn

Event time: July 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm

Event location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St., New Harmony, IN 47631

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Event time: July 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Event location: Liberal Arts Center (LA)

‘Aya Rodriguez-Izumi: Signals’ | ‘Light and Form: Prints and Sculpture’ by Deborah Hutchinson-Hagedorn and Bernard Hagedorn

Event time: July 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm

Event location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St., New Harmony, IN 47631

feminine (isms)

Event time: July 22, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Event location: Liberal Arts Center (LA)

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Accreditation

The Romain College of Business at the University of Southern Indiana is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 6% of business schools worldwide granting business degrees have earned AACSB Accreditation.

The USI Accounting program has earned a separate accreditation from the AACSB International, a distinction shared by only select accredited institutions. Currently fewer than 200 business schools worldwide have earned AACSB accreditation in both their business and accounting programs.

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