College of Business News

Man in motion

What economist J. Barkley Rosser can teach us about how we adapt to a changing world.

In new financial landscape consider saving more

The new year can be a good time to take a fresh look at personal finances, money goals and spending habits. 

A born leader

Melvin Petty (’84) wins the Mid-Atlantic Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Retiring economics AUH saluted for efforts to promote economic literacy

Award crowns career of retiring professor.

A master class on the business of basketball

Hart school alumna is an NBA insider.

Learning how life looks from the corner office

Students provide input to local company, Pure Shenandoah.

Agility coach helps companies adapt to change

From catering to information technology to organizational design, Betsy Kauffman's ('97) career has taken a few twists and turns.

Fast-paced growth and gourmet toast

Hart school alumna makes dream a reality with trendy cafes.

Investments announced for student-led startups

The Bluestone Seed Fund announces its first investments deals. Three JMU startup companies will receive $5,000 each in seed capital.

An elected Duke

Jason Miyares ('98) will become Virginia’s first Latino attorney general.

With supply chain in flux, JMU expert urges patience while shopping, booking travel

JMU business professor and supply chain expert William Ritchie provides answers to some common questions to help consumers navigate holiday shopping this year. 

Beta Gamma Sigma welcomes newest inductees

Newest inductees of Beta Gamma Sigma are celebrated.

Donors and dignitaries toast formal opening of CoB Learning Complex

Festive Homecoming Weekend ceremony marks final completion of major capital project.

Retiring financial officer says complex surpasses expectations

Charlie King’s behind-the-scenes work helped take the project from concept to completion.

Simulating life on the front lines of business consulting

Teams sharpen critical thinking and communication skills by answering the ‘PwC Challenge.’

Banking industry veterans share insights borne of experience

Finance Department hosts panel discussion focusing on jobs and careers.

The GCFE named an “Outstanding Emerging Center” finalist

The GCFE makes its mark at the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers conference.

Alumna entrepreneur shares wisdom

JMU was her springboard to serial entrepreneurship in the wine business.

CoB hosts FBLA Xchange Regional Competition

FBLA partners with three centers from the College of Business.

OPDE hosts internship panel for inquiring students

The OPDE started the conversation of internships last week by holding a Q&A panel for CoB students.

Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship launches seed fund for student startups

The Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship at James Madison University is launching the Bluestone Seed Fund to support venture investing for student-led startups.

New name for student success resource office

The Academic Success Center is now called the Advising and Support Center (ASC), and its suite is located on the second floor of Zane Showker Hall where it meets with Hartman Hall.

Business honors society named Highest Honors Chapter

The JMU chapter of the Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) business education honor society has been named a Highest Honors Chapter.

Tasting success

Tassie Pippert ('11, '13M) has built a successful career as a chef, wine specialist, educator and TV personality.

Professor researches economics behind 1851 Indiana racial exclusion vote

Economics professor Scott Milliman is using quantitative methods to unlock the racial history of Indiana in a pioneering study that is the first of its kind.

CoB welcomes new major and program leadership

The new academic year brings new leadership to some areas of the College of Business.

Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship welcomes new director

The Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship (GCFE) is honored to welcome Suzanne Bergmeister as its next executive director.

College of Business President's List and Dean's List - Spring 2021

Join us in congratulating the students who have made the President's and Dean's lists for the spring 2020 semester.

CoB community welcomes return to in-person commencement

As JMU planned its commencement for Spring 2021, the community embraced the news that each college could celebrate with an in-person ceremony.

CoB celebrates excellence with student awards

Each year the College of Business honors students who establish themselves as dedicated, motivated and skilled at the core competencies of their chosen field with a series of student awards.

Marketing practicum a win/win for students and local businesses

Some motivated JMU marketing students gain real work experience while taking marketing professor Kelly Naletelich’s 477 Digital Marketing Practicum course for senior marketing majors.

CIS student team takes 2nd place in national competition

A team of JMU CIS majors took 2nd place in the HP Design Thinking Competition track at the Association for Information Systems (AIS) 2021 Student Chapter Leadership Conference Competitions.

Finance major brings great ROI to scholarship donors

Finance major Mya Baptiste has made the most of her Madison experience, which has been characterized by her motivation and her drive to be a doer.