News Topic: Business

An econ fan's guide to sports

An experimental CoB summer class called “Sports Economics for Fans” is educating students on the economic side of sports.

CoB honors outstanding students

On Thursday, May 2nd, the College of Business honored outstanding students throughout the college.

Highlighting the Organization

Many of the educational activities that students participate in at JMU are designed to provide experience in complex problem solving.

CoB valedictorian’s journey to graduation

For econ and math double major Abolfazl ‘Arash’ Sodagartojgi, graduation is a time for excitement—and nervousness.

Long-time college of business professor receives special award

Just in time for his retirement, professor of accounting and of hospitality Brad Roof was chosen to receive the JMU All Together One award.

Accounting senior follows passion down less-traveled path

While many seniors are agonizing over decisions on offers of post-graduation employment, accounting major and business Spanish minor Jeannine Rossi has known her next steps since last summer.

Bill Grant wins 1st place in 2019 Madison Vision Awards

Associate professor of economics Bill Grant has been chosen as the 1st place winner of the 2019 Madison Vision Teaching Awards.

First ever Madison Venture Cup a success

On April 6, 2019, the Madison Venture Group’s efforts came to fruition during the first annual Madison Venture Cup.

JMU team takes first in international ethics competition

A team of five JMU students competed against nearly 30 universities around the world, in the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition.

JMU AMA earns 20th consecutive "Top Chapter of the Year" recognition

AMA JMU brings home their 20th consecutive recognition as a "Top Chapter of the Year" recognition.

Updating the Gaglioti Capital Markets Lab

The Gaglioti Capital Markets Lab was established in 2011 through a generous gift from Enrico Gaglioti (’94), and is one of the areas that will receive a comprehensive makeover in its new location.

College of Business departments launch new executive advisory boards

Three College of Business departments have recently launched new executive advisory boards.

2019 Pay-it-Forward scholarship winners announced

The Department of Finance and Business Law Executive Advisory Board have selected the two recipients for the second year Finance Pay-it-forward Scholarship.

New JMU minor is cause for collaboration

The Global Supply Chain Management minor made its debut in the Fall 2018 semester.

Finance Advisory Board Members offer panel discussion

The Department of Finance and Business Law Executive Advisory Board held its first panel on Business Careers in Finance on March 29, 2019 in Zane Showker Hall, Room 105.

New marketing scholarship debuts

The Department of Marketing has launched a new scholarship initiative in conjunction with its Executive Advisory Council (EAC), which is funding the scholarship.

Collaborative symposium tackles the diverse real estate marketplace

The Department of Finance and Business Law, the JMU Society of Real Estate and the Development Office partnered to sponsor a symposium on March 26, designed to provide an insider’s look at the real estate industry.

Alternative spring break, country-style

CoB students spent spring break helping the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Nashville, TN.

Economics Executive Advisory Board holds inaugural meeting

The economics department at JMU held its inaugural Executive Advisory Council meeting on March 15.

COB300 students shine at Jackson-Rainey Business Plan Comp

The annual Jackson-Rainey Business Plan Competition (J-R) was held on March 15—and this time, it included some special guests in the audience. 

Steering the CoB

After 23 years as a professor in the College of Business at JMU, Dean Mike Busing is prepared to lead the college to new heights.

QFIN major lands scholarship

For junior Heather Caminske, the roots of her quantitative finance major may be in her blood.

Simulated international marketplace held at JMU

A simulated international marketplace for more than 200 local elementary and middle school students was held March 6 at 10 a.m. at JMU's Festival Conference Center.

Timing was key to alum's success

When the idea for the wildly successful Watch Ya Mouth party game came like a flash to Peter Denbigh (’02, ’11M) in 2016, he did what most people don’t—he acted on it.

Gaining traction

Students were challenged to transform their ideas into pitch-ready business models.

Accepting the opportunity: Jordan Roth ('07)

Being the Change for Jordan Roth means accepting the opportunity you've been given.

Being the Change: Bryan Bostic ('83)

With over 30 years of experience as a business leader and entrepreneur, Bryan Bostic ('83) is committed to helping others launch their own successful ventures.