About the program
dedicated to helping students grow
The Multicultural Business Program (MBP) at the Orfalea College of Business is a student services program dedicated to helping students grow both personally and professionally during their time at Cal Poly. MBP strives to create an environment where all students can be academically successful. Traditionally underserved, historically underrepresented and marginalized students may find our resources particularly helpful for fostering student success.
MBP supports first-year students through specialized sections of BUS 100 and BUS 206 and welcomes students who connect with our mission and values to be part of the MBP community. While designed with a specialized student population in mind, MBP’s resources and events are open to all Cal Poly students.
MBP is a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural community where individuals Matter, Belong, and are connected to the support and resources they need to Persist through graduation and beyond.
Mission
MBP seeks to increase the enrollment, retention, and graduation of traditionally underserved, historically underrepresented and marginalized students in higher education and business.
Vision
MBP envisions an Orfalea experience where all students are prepared for personal, academic, and professional success in a diverse and multicultural world.
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MBP students are equipped with skills and abilities needed to succeed in a multicultural business environment.