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UAB Business students gain valuable real-world experience to complement their academic background and put them ahead of their competition. Hear from Daniel Wilson, UAB finance and accounting double major and CIO of the UAB Green and Gold Fund, how UAB is preparing him to succeed- with several full-time job offers already under his belt- by combining theoretical knowledge with real-world experience. Community Service- Whether offering free tax preparation services to the Birmingham community, partnering with local businesses to help them develop management and marketing strategies, or teaching business principles to elementary or middle and high school students, the chance for students to serve as community leaders and network within their industries of choice boosts their already notable classroom experience. more info Internships- Through our internship programs, students gain valuable hands-on experience and skills, make important personal contacts within their field of interest, and receive academic credit. Numerous internships are available to both undergraduate and graduate students. Internships often lead to full time positions for students upon graduation. more info Business Analysis Lab Student Scholar- The Marketing & Industrial Distribution department secures funding from business and government to fund research and student support for semester-long applied research projects. Faculty work one-on-one with students to solve real business problems. Faculty guide all projects, provide hands-on technical expertise, ensure a high level of quality from the student teams, and coach students in their presentations to clients. In addition, Lab Faculty delivers instructional sessions to students dealing with research methods and data analysis. Students receive professional experience and academic credit. more info Green & Gold Fund- The UAB Green and Gold Fund, a student-managed investment portfolio venture sponsored by the UAB Finance Department, has over $425,000 in assets and provides students with valuable real-world experience through an exciting, hands-on learning opportunity. more info The School of Business Honors Program- Students receive enhanced credentials and outstanding opportunities in career development and networking through a specially designed curriculum focused on leadership, strategy, and business ethics. Current and former CEOs and senior executives from prominent companies participate in the program by visiting the School of Business to discuss corporate strategy with students. Some of these CEOs and senior executives have represented the companies listed below. more info
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