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Academic Calendar

Academic Dates dates may be found at: https://registrar.unl.edu/academic-calendar

 

Major of the Week: Economics

Study how people, businesses and governments make choices under scarcity. Think Critically and make informed decisions.

 

Major of the Week: International Business

Explore the world in business or work with global teams here. Study and intern abroad to become a global business leader.

 

Study Abroad at a Glance: Japan

Learn more about the Japan Study Abroad opportunities, enjoy free refreshments and swag, and bring your questions to DIGS on Tuesday October 15 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

Law Degrees in Action

Exploring legal careers with Nebraska Law Alumni on Tuesday October 15 at 3:30 p.m. in Chimney Rock Room at the Nebraska Union. Register with the link below. Continue reading…

More details at: https://law.unl.edu/law-degrees-action/

 

Open House: Supply Chain Management and Analytics

Learn about the new Business Analytics Major at the Supply Chain Management and Analytics Open house on Wednesday October 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the catwalk outside HLH 511. Get to know your professors and learn about the Nebraska Supply Chain Club!

 

Business Administration and International Business Info Session

Attend an info session on Thursday October 17 from 4-5 p.m. in HLH 111 to learn more about the versatility, career opportunities and curriculum of the BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION and INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS majors. Snack will be served!

 

Clifton Builders Program, Apply Now!

The Clifton Strengths Institute is currently recruiting our next cohort of Builders. The application is open to first- & second-year students of all majors. The Builders Program gives students with high leadership, entrepreneurial energy, and developer talents a unique, hands-on opportunity to grow. Continue reading…

More details at: https://business.unl.edu/current-students/clifton-strengths-institute/clifton-builders-program/

 

Tenaska Business Challenge

Team competitions are open to all UNL undergraduate students, and prizes are up to $3,000! Sign up by Friday October 18 with the link below!

More details at: http://business.unl.edu/UNLTenaskaChallenge

 

Business & Law Panel

You are invited to a Business and Law Panel on Thursday, October 24, 3:15-4:45 p.m. in HLH 202. Come learn more about law-related careers in business with or without a Juris Doctor degree. RSVP is encouraged but not required and you can pre-submit questions to our panelists with the link below: Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/BLAWevent

 

Join the College of Business Student Advisory Board for 2025!

As a member, you will have the opportunity to meet with the Dean to voice your thoughts and ideas as a business student, market, plan, and host exciting events and giveaways for fellow students and drive real change within the College of Business!
The application deadline is 11:59 PM on October 31. Continue reading…

 

Harvest Week

Get Ready for Harvest Week! This year’s Harvest week is October 28 – 31.
We look forward to you joining us in a week filled with some great activities!
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The 2025-2026 Scholarship Application is open in MyRed!

Log into your MyRed account and check your messages for the 2025-2026 scholarship application. All students are encouraged to apply!

 

Nebraska Business Hall of Fame Scholarship

The NE Chamber is also proud to honor those deserving young adults that will be the business leaders of the future. Each year, students who meet the established criteria will be awarded scholarship assistance. Click the link below to access the application! The deadline to apply is November 15, 2024

More details at: http://nechamber.com/Nebraska-business-hall-of-fame-scholarship-program.html

 

Enrollment for spring classes continues

Classes are available to view and you can see you priority date/time assignment in MyRED
Oct. 28-30: Seniors enroll
Oct. 31, Nov. 1, 4: Juniors enroll
Nov. 5-7: Sophomores enroll
Nov. 8, 11-12: First year students enroll

January 2-17: Spring 3-week pre-session
January 21: Regular spring semester starts

Schedule with an academic advisor to discuss degree and academic planning – go.unl.edu/BizAdvising

Keep scrolling for a few course highlights - ENTR 425 Franchising, MNGT 411 Philanthropy and Leadership, MNGT 342 Intro to Sports Management, MRKT 490 Special Projects with Ameritas

 

Pre-Session Classes Available

BSAD 391 - R: Learn the popular programming language for analyzing data. No experience with R needed.
SCMA 391 - The Role of Business in Sustainability: Analyze real-world examples of sustainable business practices.

 

MNGT 411 Philanthropy and Leadership

Do you want to make an impact in the community and award real money to a local nonprofit? You are looking for MNGT 411 Philanthropy and Leadership. Get a code to register for the Spring 2025 class at http://go.unl.edu/mngt411

 

Gain Internship Experience During Class Time

No books or tests in this class! Work on real projects with the Ameritas innovation hub, all during class time! Email rsimon2@unl.edu to apply for MRKT 490: Ameritas Special Projects (3 credits) with built-in internship experience on Wednesday mornings 8-10:50 a.m. Open to all majors.

 

MNGT 342 Intro to Sports Management

Intro to Sports Management is back! Do you have sophomore standing and MNGT 301? Learn the sports industry and the factors that make it unique to other industries. You will hear from guest speakers and complete a project to solve a real sports problem.

 

MNGT 398 HR Analytics Class

Solve real HR challenges for a local organization with real data! You'll learn statistical techniques often used to interpret HR-relevant organizational situations and communicate empirically-based solutions to decision makers.

 

ENTR 425 Franchising

Have you considered a franchise? What is a franchise? How does it differ from the traditional business model? Answer these questions and more through traditional lectures and many guest speakers. *This course is only offered in the spring so plan accordingly.

 

Employment Readiness Certificate for International Students

Gain Skills for U.S. job opportunities, and learn to succeed in American culture. Tuesdays starting February 4 to April 15 from 2-3:15 p.m. in HLH 204. Visit http://business.unl.edu/erc for more information.

More details at: http://business.unl.edu/erc