Endless Opportunities
It’s not enough to be trained in your field. You need real experience.
At the Lundquist College of Business, you’ll gain hands-on experience managing more than $1 million in real dollars through our UO Investment Group or by working directly with companies as a member of our student-run Oregon Consulting Group. And that’s just the beginning. From internships to class projects, study abroad, and more, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to explore career paths and build your resume.
Centers of Excellence
At the heart of the Lundquist College of Business's vision and mission are our four centers of excellence. Immersed in the college's "learning by doing" approach to business education, the centers set us apart and help advance the work of our talented research-productive faculty members.
Travel and Site Visits
At the Lundquist College of Business, we prepare our students to thrive in the world of global business. We offer several site visit and travel opportunities both locally and abroad to let students experience the culture, history, and politics of other economies.
Students tour companies and factories, participate in marketing events, attend lectures given by executives at leading firms, and network with top executives.
Join the Flock
Find out how studying business here can take you most anywhere you want to go.
Lauren Sims
Class of 2023
“It opens doors that I never would have thought about. You’ll meet people in business. You’ll learn a lot.”
Career and Professional Development
The Lundquist College offers several programs, groups, and projects for students to strengthen their career and professional development. Manage live money across several portfolios. Choose from a collection of short courses to develop cutting-edge essential skills. Participate in a student team that provides strategic recommendations to real companies. However you decide to expand your career and professional skills, we have the opportunities.
What's it like to be a Duck?
Find out what it's like to be a student at the Lundquist College by attending an info session or talking with a current student. Learn about our centers of excellence, study abroad opportunities, professional development offerings, and more.
Connor Bussey ’19
“The UO gave us an opportunity to start groups and network in an environment where it’s easier to connect because people want to help you on your career journey.”
Student Clubs and Organizations
The college actively supports and encourages student participation in clubs as a vital component of the college experience. Not only do clubs give students an opportunity to interact and learn from peers, but they also provide the opportunity to bring together and apply lessons learned from various courses in a hands-on setting. Club activities include everything from organizing events, seminars, fundraising for local nonprofits, guest speakers, field trips, site visits, and career development workshops to networking and managing real stock portfolios.
Guest Speakers and Executives
Hundreds of business leaders come to the UO campus every year to share their insights with students in workshops and lectures, via a guest speaker series, or as part of executive-in-residence programs. Students in both our Eugene and Portland programs benefit from these experiences as well as make important connections with business leaders and industry professionals.
Upcoming Events
5:00–8:00 p.m.
The School of Accounting and Beta Alpha Psi invite you to learn about the field of accounting and during our Meet the Professionals event (previously called Meet the Students). Explore the world of accounting with representatives from 20 different firms and specialties, ask any question to a panel of accounting professionals, and use your newfound knowledge when you talk to firms one-on-one after the panel.
The event will begin with the optional panel discussion in Lillis 282 at 5:00-6:00 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity to hear from associates and partners in the field. The panel will answer questions from you and your peers, providing a glimpse into the accounting field and calming any nerves.
Afterwards, you will join professionals for the remainder of the event in the Lillis Atrium. Meet representatives from firms ranging from the Big 4 to regional. With the end of recruiting season right around the corner, recruiters will be looking to fill positions!
There will be a raffle for students who are interested. To win prizes through our raffle, you must participate in the whole event (panel and career fair). More information about the raffle will be shared during the event itself.
Smart business attire is encouraged.
If you have any questions, check out our website and come to one of our weekly meetings (Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. in Lillis 212).
Are you ready to develop the analytical skills and strategic mindset of a top-tier consultant? Through hands-on activities and real-world case studies, you'll learn to break down complex business problems, conduct comprehensive market research, and apply analytical frameworks to develop strategic solutions. Led by experienced industry professionals, this Professional Edge training will equip you with the tools to structure and deliver impactful client presentations.
Why Participate?
In today's complex business environment, the ability to analyze problems and develop strategic solutions is crucial. This program will give you the tools and confidence to do just that. You'll learn how to approach business challenges systematically, conduct thorough analyses, and present compelling recommendations, setting you apart in any professional setting.
What You'll Gain
Analytical frameworks — Master key analytical tools like SWOT, Porter's Five Forces, and PESTEL to evaluate real-world business scenarios. Research skills — Learn to leverage various resources and techniques for conducting comprehensive market research and competitive analysis. Problem-Solving approaches — Develop a structured approach to breaking down and analyzing complex business cases. Professional presentations — Create and deliver impactful consulting presentations.
Current Training Offerings
Friday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (In person, Chiles 125) Friday, February 2, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (In person, Chiles 125)
Learning Spaces
Students at the Lundquist College have access to two on-site innovation labs, each providing students with hands-on experience using specialized equipment to develop business ideas, and design and test prototypes. The college is also home to the Business Research Institute, the hub for developing relationships between customers, researchers, businesses, and agencies.
Eugene Campus
- Business Academic Residential Community (BizARC) Innovation Lab
- Business Research Institute (BRI)
Portland Building
- Sports Product Management (SPM) Innovation Lab
Academic Learning Experiences
At the Lundquist College of Business, we offer students a range of academic experiences to help make connections, gain skills for a diverse world of business, and build a lifelong community so they can go on to do great things in the world.