Go Beyond the Classroom

Travel to conferences, gain hands-on experience in real-world investing, participate in study abroad programs, and discover a variety of transformative opportunities that will shape your future!

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Student Success

Ready to Take Your Learning Outside the Four Walls?

The Monfort College of Business听 is your gateway to exploring how global business, cultural diversity, and real-world strategies shape our interconnected world. Dive into opportunities that turn theory into practice, giving you the edge to think globally and act confidently.

Let鈥檚 expand horizons and make your education an adventure, because the world is waiting for you to go beyond!

At Monfort, we don鈥檛 just teach business 鈥� we immerse you in it

From managing millions of real investment dollars to partnering with NASA on space-age innovations, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 step beyond the classroom and into experiences that most professionals spend years working toward. These aren't simulations or case studies. They're high-stakes experiences where you'll build confidence, forge industry connections and develop expertise that sets you apart from day one of your career.

Sales Competitions

Our sales club, led by an advisor with more than 30 years of industry experience, prepares 测辞耻听 to compete in national and international sales competitions. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 sharpen your confidence, enhance your professionalism and master the art of performing under pressure while building strategic relationships that last a lifetime.听听

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National Retail Federation (NRF) Student Conference

Each year, we send a select group of students听 to attend the NRF 鈥淏ig Show鈥� in New York City 鈥� retail鈥檚 most influential event. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 attend student-focused sessions, network with industry leaders and hear directly from top executives shaping the world of commerce. 听

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Student and Foundation Fund (SAFE) Class in Finance

In this immersive course, you 飞辞苍鈥檛 just study investment theory, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 manage a multi-million dollar investment portfolio for the UNC Foundation. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒听 develop and execute actual investment strategies, then present your results to stakeholders at the end of the semester. 滨迟鈥檚 the kind of hands-on financial experience that transforms听r茅sum茅s and careers.听

NASA Technology Transfer Program Classes

Imagine taking patented NASA technologies and turning them into tomorrow鈥檚 products. In this class, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 partner with NASA to develop commercial applications, and entrepreneurial strategies that bring space technology down to earth.听听

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Partner with leading organizations in defense, aerospace and technology to tackle real-world business challenges using cutting-edge data analytics. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 develop the data-driven decision-making skills that employers are seeking, positioning yourself as leader听ready to drive innovation and economic growth in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.听
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Beyond the Books: Our Students Thriving in Real-World Experiences

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National Retail Federation NYC

11 MCB students had an incredible experience at the National Retail Federation (NRF) student program in NYC, where they toured leading retailers, interviewed for internships with Kohl's and Walmart, and networked at the dynamic "Big Show."

Monfort College of Business Students

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Oregon State Sales Competition

Our MCB Competition Sales Team competed at the Oregon State Sales Competition. We are so proud of their hard work and professionalism!

Sales Club Members

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Five-member sales team in Oregon standing indoors in front of a large window with a brick office building visible outside; four young professionals in business attire and one older man in a sweater, all smiling and posing for a group photo.

Study Abroad Opportunities & Locations for MCB Students

Discover the power of strategic international partnerships with our premier MCB program! We have exclusive, direct collaborations with top universities worldwide, opening doors to world-class courses that are fully preapproved for transfer鈥攎aking your academic journey seamless and future-focused.

University of Trieste, Italy

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VSE, Prague University of Economics and Business, Prague, Czech Republic

VSE, Prague University of Economics and Business, Prague, Czech Republic

ISM University of Management and Economics, Vilnius, Lithuania

ISM University of Management and Economics, Vilnius, Lithuania

Discover the World: Unlock Your Future Through Study Abroad

Business is global, and you need to be too.

At MCB you can study abroad, earn credits toward your degree and make contact that will last a lifetime.

Expand Your Career Opportunities: Build valuable skills and enhance your resume while earning credits toward your UNC degree. Scholarships are available to help with travel costs for partner university courses offered in English.

Elevate Your Career: Build skills, strengthen your resume, and earn UNC degree credits through our partner university programs. English-taught courses offer direct credit transfer, and scholarships can help offset travel expenses.

Career-Boosting Opportunities: Gain skills, build your resume, and earn UNC credits through partner university programs with English-taught courses. Travel scholarships available.

Empowering Global Business Students: MCB Scholarships

MCB offers competitive scholarships for Business Majors and Minors pursuing study abroad opportunities. Typically valued at $1,000 or more, these scholarships help support your international educational journey.

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  1. Approve Your Study Abroad Plan
    Coordinate with the Office of Global Engagements to approve your Study Abroad plan.
  2. Complete the Scholarship Application
    After approval, contact Constantin Gurdgiev, Director of International Partnerships and Engagements.
    1. Access the application and more details here: MCB-Study-Abroad-Scholarship
  3. We’ll Take Care of the Rest
    Once your application is submitted, our team will handle the rest to assist you through the process.

Global Minds, Local Actions: Embracing the International Business Edge

In today鈥檚 interconnected world, a global perspective is essential for making informed decisions and gaining a competitive edge鈥攑ursuing a minor in global business can turn you into a confident player on the world stage. Think globally, act confidently!

MCB Students: Breaking Boundaries and Going Beyond the Classroom

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