University of Virginia Darden School of Business - MBA, EMBA, PTMBA, Executive Education, MSBA
In the age of AI, business must never be usual. It must continuously innovate and lead with integrity. The LaCross Institute for Ethical Artificial Intelligence in Business at Darden converges our core strengths—business ethics, stakeholder theory, enterprise-wide perspective, and cutting-edge data analytics—to equip leaders for the AI-driven world. Join us in leading the charge toward a responsible, inclusive AI future.
What You Need to Know
Darden spearheads the conversations impacting business and society in a fast-changing world and regularly publishes news, thought leadership and of course case studies. Read the latest.
Interview With David LaCross (MBA ’78)
The David LaCross Interview: Exploring AI’s Endless Possibilities and Darden’s Call to Action
The Darden Report
To Lead Is Human: What Does Responsible Leadership Mean in the Age of AI?
The Darden Report
Q&A With Dean Scott Beardsley on AI, Ethics and Well-Being
New Ways, Better Ways
We believe high performance in business is driven by a singular purpose: bringing people together to create value for business and society.
Find Your Darden Learning Pathway
No matter where you are in your career, we aim to develop in you the skills, smarts and sense of purpose and ethics to forge the future.
Inventing the Language of Business
Darden's faculty is routinely recognized as the best in the world for bringing out the best in you. Their ideas influence the way the world does business. The renowned learning experience they uniquely deliver will prepare you and your organization for enduring impact.
Words of Wisdom from a Non-traditional Dean
“Exponential technological growth is changing work as we know it forever, yet key values endure. Darden's forward thinkers and teachers unlock new knowledge and develop leaders for the transformative years ahead. We believe that learning must be continuous, and that business will always be a social endeavor."
Darden alumni call you back. Really.
The Powered by Purpose Campaign
Milestone II: 'Faculty Forward'
The Darden community completed the first milestone of its unprecedented campaign, raising $550 million in total impact two years ahead of schedule. The second milestone 'Faculty Forward,' now underway, seeks to support the world's best business school professors, while also prioritizing scholarships, the annual fund and the next phase of the master plan - all underpinned by the 'Darden Worldwide' strategic plan.
The Forum Hotel: One of a Kind
Located on the verdant Darden Grounds in Charlottesville and open to all, The Forum Hotel is the only university hotel operated by the stylish Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.
This modern boutique hotel is surrounded by the flourishing Tahija Arboretum and LaCross Botanical Gardens; it offers a good meal, a good night's sleep, and a special setting for learning, connection and community.