SAN DIEGO, Nov. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Business Administration at San Diego State University (SDSU) announced today that, for the first time in the school's history, it has been ranked among the top business schools in all three major U.S. publications who conduct business school rankings surveys in 2013.

The three publications, U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and Bloomberg BusinessWeek, have recognized the college's part-time and full-time M.B.A. programs amongst the 50 best in the nation's public universities, with the full-time program ranked within the top 10 in the state of California.

In addition, Hispanic Network Magazine and Professional Woman's Magazine named SDSU's M.B.A. programs as "The Best of the Best" and, for the third year in a row, Financial Planning Magazine recognized the college as one of "30 Great Schools for Financial Planning" in their November 2013 issue.

"We have known for some time that our college has a very solid curriculum, top researchers and dedicated support systems in place," said Dr. Gangaram Singh, interim dean of SDSU's College of Business Administration. "I am delighted that we have now received national recognition for our outstanding M.B.A. programs. We are already planning and implementing the next set of innovations to continue this upward trajectory – building on excellence."

SDSU's College of Business Administration was the only business school in the San Diego region to be ranked in all three publications.

About the College of Business AdministrationWith nearly 5,000 students, SDSU's College of Business Administration is one of the largest business schools in the U.S. For over 50 years, the College has produced some of the most successful and influential business leaders in the world. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu/business.

About SDSUSan Diego State University is a major public research institution offering bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. The university provides transformative experiences, both inside and outside of the classroom, for its 34,000 students. Students participate in research, international experiences, sustainability and entrepreneurship initiatives, and a broad range of student life and leadership opportunities. The university's rich campus life features opportunities for students to participate in, and engage with, the creative and performing arts, a Division I athletics program and the vibrant cultural life of the San Diego region. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.

Contact: Suzanne FinchChief Communications OfficerSDSU College of Business Administration(619) 594-0206 sfinch@mail.sdsu.edu

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