Scott Beaulier

Scott Beaulier is the Dean of the College of Business at the University of Wyoming, a position he has held since July 2022.12 He is an economist with extensive experience in higher education leadership and administration.

Career Highlights

Academic Background: Scott Beaulier holds a Ph.D. and a master's degree in economics from George Mason University. He completed his bachelor's degree in economics and history at Northern Michigan University.1

Professional Experience:

• Prior to his current role, Beaulier served as the Ronald & Kaye Olson Dean of Business at North Dakota State University's College of Business from June 2016 to July 2022.2
• He was the Executive Director of the Center for the Study of Economic Liberty at Arizona State University from January 2015 to June 2016.2
• At Troy University, he chaired the Division of Economics and Finance and was the executive director of the Manuel H. Johnson Center for Political Economy from 2010 to 2014.12

Achievements and Expertise

During his tenure at North Dakota State University, Beaulier led significant improvements in the College of Business, including:

• Increased enrollment
• Improved six-year graduation rates
• Launch of a fully online business administration degree
• Raised over $50 million in private funding
• Established programs for entrepreneurs and female business students1

Beaulier is known for his skills in nonprofit organizations, leadership, strategic planning, higher education finance, fundraising, value creation, data analysis, and program evaluation.2

Current Role

As the Dean of the College of Business at the University of Wyoming, Beaulier aims to partner with the business community and play a leadership role in the state and across the nation.1 His appointment reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence and its goal to strengthen ties with alumni and the state's business community.