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Teaching and learning at W. P. Carey
At the W. P. Carey School of Business, we believe that great teaching inspires great leaders. Our faculty members redefine what it means to teach and learn in a world that demands adaptability, creativity, and collaboration.
Our teaching and learning philosophy embraces cutting-edge research, immersive technologies, and hands-on application — all while empowering our students to think critically, lead boldly, and create meaningful change. The ASU Charter and W. P. Carey strategic plan are at the heart of everything we do.
460+ esteemed faculty members
60+ ways to earn a W. P. Carey degree
23,000+ total W. P. Carey students
Our community
At W. P Carey, we’re leading the way in business education — and we invite you to join us. Whether you’re a prospective faculty member, a corporate partner, or an academic peer, there’s a place for you here. We are proud to connect educators across disciplines to share best practices, pursue innovative approaches, and foster a vibrant teaching and learning community.
"We believe in fostering a space that allows us to learn, share, and innovate together. That is what we are trying to accomplish here."
Dan Gruber, Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning, Co-founder of the Teaching and Learning Leaders Alliance
W. P. Carey Council of Teaching Leads
Representing each of our academic units, these distinguished faculty members serve as champions of innovative and effective teaching at the W. P. Carey School of Business. Teaching Leads facilitate collaboration, share best practices, and ensure that our teaching standards remain among the best in business education. Teaching Leads are also responsible for the teaching awards across the school, teaching and learning workshops, and research grants focused on teaching and learning.
Chris Clark
Management and Entrepreneurship
John Eaton
Marketing
Reynold Byers
Supply Chain Management
W. P. Carey Instructional Designers
Instructional designers in the W. P. Carey School of Business partner closely with faculty in each of the academic units on the design, development, and support of courses across modalities. They fuse pedagogical expertise with a deep understanding of learning technologies.
Coffee, Tea, and ChatGPT
Bringing people together to learn and share has proven to be transformative at W. P. Carey. Our hands-on Coffee, Tea, and ChatGPT event series fosters collaboration among faculty, staff, and guest speakers on the impact of generative AI in education.
Rotating through the school's academic departments, each event sparks conversations on teaching and learning innovations and draws participation from across W. P. Carey, other ASU units, and the Office of the University Provost. The overall success of this series has inspired similar programming at other institutions.
Resources for faculty
The school maintains a range of resources and offers regular training events to champion our faculty as they champion our students. From technology assistance to collaborative workshops, advice on classroom challenges, and more, W. P. Carey faculty have dedicated access to relevant tools and support options.
Leaders Alliance
Connecting associate deans and other business school leaders to facilitate collaboration across the globe, the Teaching and Learning Leaders Alliance was created in 2019 and participants in the group have presented at several AACSB conferences together. Senior leaders from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois, the Ivey Business School, USC's Marshall School of Business, and several other top business schools from around the world have attended these monthly convenings.
>> If you are interested in learning more, contact W. P. Carey Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning Dan Gruber.
Learning experiences
Entrepreneurship and innovation are key to our curriculum and how we deliver it. We bring learning to life through experiences that intentionally engage, challenge, and inspire. From virtual reality simulations to AI-enhanced learning environments, our classrooms are dynamic spaces where students from all walks of life can thrive.
"Simulations turn theory into experience, making learning a dynamic journey where mistakes become stepping stones to understanding."
Hailee Griesenbrock (BS Business Entrepreneurship/Supply Chain Management ’24)
Featured stories
Imagine a learning experience where students tackle real-world problems, collaborate across disciplines, and engage with faculty at the forefront of education. That’s what makes W. P. Carey distinctive.
VR helps students learn about supply chain management
W. P. Coffee is an immersive, virtual reality experience powered by Dreamscape Learn. “I think VR has a lot of exciting applications, especially when you can instantly transfer students to places that otherwise may be impractical or impossible to visit,” says Antonios Printezis, clinical assistant professor of supply chain management.
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Generative AI tools enhance faculty connection with students
W. P. Carey educators are leveraging technology in and outside of the classroom to create inclusive learning environments and educational materials. "The students that do the work really love these live case studies because the content they're writing about is up to the minute: They're researching real problems in real time," says Roland Burgman, clinical associate professor of management and entrepreneurship.
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Pursuing excellence in digital marketing, professional sales, and sports business
Applied, experiential learning opportunities — including study abroad — ensure that W. P. Carey students are prepared to thrive in a variety of career paths. "After attending the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity in France, I realized that agency life was definitely for me,” says Lindsey Lavine (BS Marketing '24).
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SMB Lab boosts local small businesses and students
Since its founding, the SMB Lab has partnered with local businesses and provided hands-on internships for students. "SMBs allow students to experience a little bit of everything — an opportunity they don't always have at larger organizations. These experiences are instrumental for their learning,” says Hitendra Chaturvedi, professor of practice in supply chain management.
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Thought leadership
As trailblazers in business education, doing things differently is in our DNA. The school has a long history of creating forward-thinking programs that directly benefit and reflect the business community. Award-winning faculty push the frontier in our research and require world-class relevance and rigor in our classes, while expanding access to opportunity for all.
"The teachers I’ve learned the most from are those who care about the students and create lessons that draw them into the subject. I want to foster a lifetime of learning instead of just an hour spent in a classroom."
Eddie Davila, Teaching Professor/Undergraduate Program Director, Department of Supply Chain Management
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The AI revolution
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