Business school dean on Comcast Newsmakers

Comcast Newsmakers spoke with Robert Forsythe, dean of the Mike Ilitch School of Business, about the business school’s $40 million gift from the Ilitch family. The Wayne State University Mike Ilitch School of Business’ gift is among the top 10 gifts made to a public business school. Forsythe said this contribution is an important step in moving the school forward. 
 
"We wanted to be closer to downtown, closer to where the action is," Forsythe said.
 
The dean discussed how the school plans to utilize being in the heart of the business community. The dean mentioned creating specialized educational programs for area organizations and building a sport and entertainment management program.
 
Check out the interview here.
 

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