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The UNC Charlotte Belk College of Business Presents the Distinguished Scholars of the Doctorate in Business Administration Program

This inaugural class is nothing short of exceptional
   May 30, 2018

UNC Charlotte’s Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program is proud to present the scholars of its inaugural cohort. Exclusively comprised of 16 doctoral candidates, each with a master’s degree and more than five years of business experience, UNC Charlotte’s DBA has fostered a concentrated network of powerful thought leaders. “This inaugural class is nothing short of exceptional,” said...

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Belk College of Business Alumni Leaders featured at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

UNC Charlotte Features Influential Business Leaders

   May 1, 2018

Once a small business college, UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business is now a well-known name in Charlotte, growing in its role as a vital intellectual resource to the business community. Currently, 18,000 Belk College of Business graduates are working in the Charlotte region, placing the college’s alumni network among the city’s four largest corporations in scale.

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Professor ranked among top entrepreneurship scholars worldwide

   March 21, 2018

Franz Kellermanns, the Addison H. and Gertrude C. Reese Endowed Chair in International Business, is among the leading scholars worldwide in entrepreneurship, according to the Journal of Small Business Management.

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Metro areas of Charlotte and Raleigh lead the continued N.C. economic expansion

The North Carolina economy will continue to grow in 2018, especially in metro areas along the I-85
   December 5, 2017

The North Carolina economy will continue to grow in 2018, especially in metro areas along the I-85 corridor, UNC Charlotte professor and economist John Connaughton says. Connaughton said that one-quarter of the counties represent the majority of the economic recovery in the state. In particular, the Metropolitan Statistical Areas of Charlotte and Raleigh represent around 85 percent of the state’...

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Four honored at 2017 Belk College Alumni Awards

   October 17, 2017

As part of UNC Charlotte’s Homecoming celebrations, the Belk College of Business honored four alumni and friends for their accomplishments, service and dedication to the college on Oct. 17 during its second annual Alumni Awards celebration. View the images from the Belk College Alumni Awards The UNC Charlotte Belk College Alumni Awards recognize alumni and advocates who have demonstrated...

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Slow economic growth expected to continue for North Carolina

   September 7, 2017

The North Carolina economy is expected to continue the slow growth pattern of the past eight years, with strong indicators from low unemployment rates and long-term projections for GDP growth, UNC Charlotte professor and economist John Connaughton says. In 2017, the North Carolina economy is expected to increase by an inflation-adjusted rate of 1.9 percent over the 2016 level, said Connaughton...

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Developing your personal brand as a millennial

   March 6, 2017

While navigating the murky waters of career development, being able to express one’s personal brand is important. Millennial job seekers need to ask themselves, “What sets me apart?” This differentiation piece is vital. Thinking that you’re too early in your career to have a personal brand is a mistake. In fact, most millennials are already marketing themselves, whether they know it or not.

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John Connaughton gives Economic Forecast

Professor: Slow Economic Growth Expected to Continue in 2017

   December 7, 2016

The economy is continuing to grow, albeit slowly. Post-election and throughout 2017, the economic forecast pattern will continue, said UNC Charlotte economist John Connaughton today during the Barings/UNC Charlotte Economic Forecast.

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​How to succeed as a millennial woman in business

   October 14, 2016

I had the opportunity to attend the recent #NextGenCLT event and I was not disappointed. As a woman millennial finishing my dissertation and studying business, I was excited to hear the four female panelists discuss strategies for success and how to take advantage of opportunities for growth for millennial women in business. The discussion was multifaceted, thoughtful, and sparked future...

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Five honored at first Belk College Alumni Awards

   October 13, 2016

As part of UNC Charlotte’s Homecoming celebrations, the Belk College of Business honored five alumni and friends for their accomplishments, service and dedication to the college today during its first Alumni Awards.

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