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Riordan Programs
The Riordan Programs provide a pathway for underrepresented students to excel in business and leadership.
The Riordan Programs provide leadership and management training to diverse individuals all over the country. The Scholars Program, College-to-Career Program and MBA Fellows Program develop tomorrow's leaders by providing a transformational experience through the use of mentors, educational workshops and community service.
Transition from college to a career in management
Ready yourself for a top-tier MBA program
“The Riordan MBA Fellows Program taught me many leadership and management principles that have helped me be effective.”
The Honorable Alex Padilla
United States Senator for California
Riordan MBA Fellow ’97
The Riordan Programs Experience
The Riordan Programs’ Dynamic 30-Year History
Heroes Among Us
Riordan Recorder Podcast
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Making a Career at the Intersection of Politics and Business
UCLA MBA student Valeria Sandoval (’25) also leads the charge to increase diversity
UCLA Anderson-Incubated EdTech Company Secures $5.3MM
Michael Vilardo (’21) met his co-founder through the Riordan Programs
Riordan Programs Pave the Way from the Classroom to the Boardroom
The programs produce leaders like California Senator Alex Padilla
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Riordan Programs Alumni are Essential Workers
Professionals and college students alike lift up their communities
Alex Padilla (Riordan Fellow ‘97) to become California’s first Latino US senator
The California Secretary of State replaces Kamala Harris
First Service
Henry Brandon (’89) is committed to UCLA Anderson Riordan Programs
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Celebrating at Full Speed
The Riordan Programs’ 32nd anniversary gala was the “Ride of a Lifetime”
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Encouraging Prospects for a Diverse Student Body
UCLA Anderson MBA Class of 2019 helps applicants find their b-school fit
The Riordan Programs are deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved namesake, co-founder and benefactor, former L.A. Mayor Richard J. Riordan. Mayor Riordan improved the lives of thousands of young people when he established the Riordan Programs 36 years ago at UCLA Anderson. His commitment to our programs never wavered and we are profoundly grateful.
