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How-To Guide: Pursuing Business as a Major or Career

Questions:

  1. What is business? a) Overview of types of careers and diversity of careers b) Links on how to learn more c) How can I start learning if business is the right career for me?
  2. Can a liberal arts student be successful in business? a) Employer information: quotes, information on CEOs with liberal arts degrees b) What are the skills the employers want? c) Yes, you can gain admission to an MBA program with your liberal arts degree
  3. What about CSOM? a) A brief overview b) How do I prepare for CSOM? - Tool Courses - Student Organizations - CLA link information c) How do I apply to CSOM?
  4. What are the business-related majors at the U? a) Overview: all majors can lead to a business career when combined with internships, experience, etc. b) List of majors with links to each c) How do I learn more about the majors?
  5. What minors or electives relate to business?  (Business courses)
  6. What skills are required for a business career?
  7. How do I find internships or other relevant experience? a) Overview b) Internships c) Volunteer d) Jobs e) Service-learning classes f) Study abroad g) Campus Involvement Center
  8. How do I produce a resume and interview for a job?
  9. When are the Business Careers for CLA Majors Informational meetings?

 
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Career Development Center
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Graduate and Professional School Information (CCLC)
The Career and Community Learning Center has a collection of information for students interested in continuing their education.

How-To Guide: Going to graduate or professional school
A complete guide to the process of choosing and applying to grad schools of every kind

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