<p>It seems like they are about to expand its program to NYC. I don’t know how much $$$ they spent on renovating Sage, but I would bet it’s a lot less than NYC Tech Campus (over $2 billion). As Gorges’ link says, “courses in entrepreneurship, innovation, commercialization, and others are planned,” which are HUGE. I agree with you that it’s a long term project but it specifically mentions about the accelerated MBA program as its initial phase.</p>
<p>Yes, it is a “tech campus” but a tech campus needs a business school/program. The main purpose of this initiative is to create start-ups in NYC and start-ups need business skills and knowledge. Even Stanford’s proposal included its plan of building Stanford GSB on Roosevelt Island. They are trying to build interdisciplinary “hubs”.
That’s why having Weill Cornell Medical College right across RI was a huge advantage for Cornell in winning its bid; each school can work together and create synergy.</p>
<p>We will have to wait and see for more detailed plans…</p>