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.
Connect with an Admissions Officer
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
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Whether you're contemplating a career in sales, embarking on your first professional role, or looking to improve your communication skills to establish trust with others, the Sales Essentials Training program is your foundation for success. This is a two-part series occurring April 12 and 19 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. both days, with an anticipated 2 hours of additional independent work outside of the training. Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a Sales Essentials microcredential from the Lundquist College of Business. Enrollment Deadline: April 10, 2024 During this 8-hour program, you will learn the art of relationship-based selling throughout the entire sales cycle from a seasoned professional. Through engaging activities, practical exercises, and interactive sessions, you'll not only refine your sales approach but also create an individual development plan for continuous improvement. Designed for participants across all majors and disciplines, our Sales Essentials Training Program offers invaluable insights and skills for aspiring sales professionals, future entrepreneurs, marketers, and business leaders. Why Participate?
Earn a Marketable Skills Microcredential: Enhance your resume and LinkedIn profile when you earn the Sales Essentials Microcredential from the Lundquist College of Business. Develop Core Sales Skills: Gain proficiency in relationship-based selling techniques across key areas essential for sales success, including prospecting, effective communication, overcoming objections, and closing the sale. Create an Individual Development Plan: Leave the program with a tailored development plan, reviewed by an industry expert, to showcase your self-awareness and commitment to continuously improve your sales skills.This program isn't just about mastering sales techniques; It's an opportunity to develop a versatile skill set that includes effective communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to understand and meet customer needs—qualities that are invaluable in any career path. Enroll by April 10 to secure your spot!
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Join us for a comprehensive training program designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively navigate business continuity planning. This is a two-part series occurring April 19 and May 3 with an anticipated 2 hours of additional independent work outside of the training. Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a Business Continuity Essentials microcredential from the Lundquist College of Business. Enrollment Deadline: April 17 With the unpredictable nature of today’s business landscape, being prepared for unexpected disruptions is more critical than ever. Through a blend of interactive sessions, real-world case studies, simulation exercises, and expert-led discussions, participants will learn how to develop robust continuity plans, identify critical business functions, and gain practical insights into risk assessment and crisis management in the dynamic world of business! Whether you're aiming to enhance your resume or simply interested in gaining a deeper understanding of business continuity planning, this program is an excellent opportunity to develop marketable skills and earn a Business Continuity Essentials microcredential upon meeting all requirements. Enroll today to take the first step towards becoming a proactive and prepared business leader. About the Presenters: Krista Dillon currently serves as the chief of staff and senior director of operations for Safety and Risk Services at the University of Oregon. In her role, she manages the Emergency Management and Continuity program as well as a number of interdepartmental teams including the Incident Management Team, Campus Vulnerability Assessment Team, and Behavioral Evaluation and Threat Assessment Team, and Demonstration Team. Ms. Dillon has held several roles within the Emergency Management program at the University of Oregon since 2004. Ms. Dillon is a former current chair of the International Association of Emergency Manager’s Universities and Colleges Caucus. Ms. Dillon serves as both an incident commander and a planning section chief on the University of Oregon’s Incident Management Team. Ms. Dillon has a master's in community and regional planning from the University of Oregon. Sierra Schlegelmann Administrative Program Assistant, Safety and Risk Services University of Oregon alumni ‘23, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration Jackie Kamstra, Global Business Continuity Director, MBA, CBCI, ARM, works for a global, fortune 500 corporation based in Oregon. University of Oregon alumni ‘08, Bachelor of Science, Public Relations. Enroll by the April 12th deadline to reserve your spot!
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.