Business Buzz

The School of Business Office of Student Success and Academic Services Donut Stress event. Stop by Enterprise Hall 008 to grab a free donut and coffee to fuel you for finals May 1 through May 5 (while supplies last).

The School of Business is now accepting applications for the Student Leadership Council. The Student Leadership Council (SLC) is to serve as a voice of students' needs, thoughts, and innovative ideas within the School of Business (SBUS). Applications due by April 30, 2023.

Macro-economic conditions, supply chain disruptions, and tightening consumer spending are causing headwinds for retailers. In response, the Center for Retail Transformation will host a half-day, virtual summit on April 20th, from Noon to 4 p.m. explaining how retailers can thrive in today’s environment.

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George Mason University's Real Estate Association and Washington Commander's Vice President for Public Affairs, Joe Maloney, team up to talk about Washington's NFL Team and their process of building a new stadium and facilities.  Learn about the intersection of the commercial real estate business and professional sports on April 21 at 10 a.m. at Horizon Hall 3010.

Graduates are encouraged to attend both the official university commencement ceremony and their school's degree celebration ceremony. The University Spring Commencement will take place Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 10 am in the EagleBank Arena. The School of Business Degree Celebration will take place May 20 at 6 pm in the EagleBank Arena.

Scott will introduce project management and the value of PMI (Project Management Institute) Certification for building a professional career.

Scott Hine will provide invaluable insights into what it is like to work in government contracting – it is much more than contracts – and how your academic interests and career can be used to serve the public good.

The Scholarship Fund of the Greater Washington Society of CPAs is accepting applications for the 2023 Scholarship Awards Program. Students who meet the application criteria are invited to apply for a scholarship award from the Scholarship Fund. Students must complete the online application by the deadline--April 23, 2023.

The Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE) is pleased to announce the establishment of the CREE Advisory Board Undergraduate Scholarships which will award $2,500 scholarships to students who are in the Minor in Real Estate Development program. The scholarships will be awarded starting in the Fall 2023 semester.