[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/Bates with students.jpg” caption=”The DeGroote School of Business earned a spot on the Princeton Review Best Business Schools list. File photo. “]McMaster University's DeGroote School of Business has been named one of the world's best business schools, earning a first-ever spot on the prestigious Princeton Review Best Business Schools list.

The Princeton Review — known for its college rankings based on how students rate their schools — surveyed DeGroote MBA students about academics, campus life and career preparation and planning opportunities. Based on the survey results, DeGroote earns a place on the Best 290 Business Schools list.

“Our faculty and staff work hard to provide a high quality, well-rounded experience for our MBA students,” says Paul Bates, dean and industry professor, DeGroote School of Business. “The Princeton Review results affirm we're on the right track as we build a better DeGroote.”

Among the survey results, DeGroote gets high marks for its career preparation, academic experience and faculty accessibility. The students also commended the School's leadership, including the dean, for bringing “a practical perspective to the school and its courses.”

The Princeton Review Best 290 Business Schools publication is available at bookstores.