College of Business News

CoB HR program aligns with SHRM

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has acknowledged that JMU’s B.B.A. with a concentration in human resource management is now aligned with SHRM’s HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.

College of Business President's List and Dean's List - Spring 2019

Join us in congratulating the students who have made the President's and Dean's lists for the spring 2019 semester.

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.

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.

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.

New JMU minor is cause for collaboration

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

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.

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.

JMU in DoE wind power competitions

James Madison University has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to participate in the 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition.

Scholarship buys time for professional growth

From a young age, graduating CIS major Austin Crouch knew that he wanted to go to college, but he also knew that paying for it was going to be challenging.

SSLS launches regional Leading Change Conference

The School of Strategic Leadership Studies on Feb. 21 launched the inaugural Leading Change Conference, a regional academic event designed to showcase leadership research of graduate students and faculty.

CoB faculty and staff gather for Town Hall

In its first Town Hall of 2019, the faculty and staff of the College Of Business gathered for an update on the Learning Complex construction progress and to learn more about “blind spots.”

College of Business President's List and Dean's List - Fall 2018

Join us in congratulating the students who have made the President's and Dean's lists for the fall 2018 semester.

Tax season kicks off with community program

February 1 saw the start of the annual James Madison University Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA), where students provide tax services for community members with a household income of less than $65,000.

Engaging the community in a day of service

On a brisk day that tied record low temperatures, students, volunteers, faculty and staff came out to honor Martin Luther King Jr. as the College of Business hosted its 4th annual Day of Service.

JMU's InfoSec MBA program again ranked best-in-state

In the 2019 U.S. News and World Report rankings, the Information Security online MBA program remains the highest ranked in the state, with its overall score climbing five points from 75 out of 100 to 80 out of 100.

Dr. Michael Busing named dean of the College of Business

After a national search, James Madison University is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Busing will become the next dean of JMU’s College of Business.

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.

Holiday food drive benefits Salvation Army

The College of Business Diversity Council organizes a charity event in time for the holiday season.

JMU's InfoSec MBA, a safe bet for 2019

JMU lands on Princeton Review's “Top 25 Online MBA Programs” list for 2019

Hart School unveils new culinary teaching space

After decades of making do with makeshift cooking spaces, the hospitality management program has a new teaching kitchen and lab.

CFE holds fireside chat celebrating WEW

The newly renamed Leslie Flanary Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE) hosted a fireside chat on Oct. 16 featuring three successful women from a variety of business backgrounds.

Looking to leave her mark

A data whiz with a lively sense of humor, Kristina Truong managed to squeeze two internships into her time at JMU, and secured a job with a commercial consulting firm focusing on technology.

Student MIF Members 'Pay it Forward'

Madison Investment Fund group brings in almost 50 high-school students to teach them how to invest in their future.

CoB Students Work to ReStore Music City USA

Alternative spring break (ASB) group travels to Nashville and volunteers time to serve low-income family housing needs.

Finding her brave

Jennifer Marshall ('01) transformed her battle with mental illness into triumph and galvanized a movement