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Here’s what to watch for, according to UNC Charlotte’s North Carolina Economic Forecast A recession is unlikely in 2024, but the risk of inflation still looms. Consumers who indulged in a spending fling during the second half of the summer fueled economic growth for the North Carolina and U.S. economies, and spending shows signs of […]

Meg Ryan shares insights at the WIB Leadership Development Summit Powered by Ally Financial Rather than a traditional keynote speech, students engaged in a fireside chat with Meg Ryan – Executive Director and CFO of consumer and commercial banking at Ally Financial Inc. – at the recent Belk College of Business Women in Business Leadership […]

Coley spoke at the Belk College of Business CONNECT Leadership Development Summit powered by MSC Industrial Supply. Growing up in rural, eastern North Carolina, Malcolm Coley sometimes had limited resources. With the help of the community, he found ways to navigate the challenges, developing a drive that has taken him to a leadership role at […]

The Insight Into Diversity 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business award recognizes the Doctorate in Business Administration’s successes. UNC Charlotte has received the 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, for the Doctorate in Business Administration in the Belk College of Business. Charlotte is one of only two universities in North Carolina to receive the recognition […]

The Belk College of Business study abroad program at the iaelyon School of Management featured immersive opportunities. As he joined other commuters on the Lyon tram on brisk winter mornings, UNC Charlotte graduate student Thomas Landis felt immersed in the daily life of the French city. Strolling in historic settings, Christine Langenfeld sensed the significance […]

Christensen spoke at the Belk College of Business’s C-Suite Speaker Series. Under Bill Christensen’s leadership as CEO, global building products manufacturer JELD-WEN has embarked on a transformation journey to accelerate business performance across its operations in 15 countries. The Charlotte headquartered company, which primarily manufactures windows and doors, is focused on reenergizing the family-oriented culture […]

MBA student ambassador Destini Bankhead ’25 shines a light on the challenges of social anxiety during graduate school, and why vulnerability can be a student’s greatest strength. As a student ambassador for UNC Charlotte’s MBA program, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with numerous prospective students, each with their own unique concerns and aspirations. One topic […]

M.S. in Economics student ambassador Isabel Nieto Fernandez ’24 examines the importance of being an involved graduate student outside the classroom.   Transitioning to graduate school marks a shift in mindset. While undergraduate studies focus on laying the groundwork and teaching fundamental concepts, graduate school is about equipping students with the tools for continuous learning and […]

UNC Charlotte achieves No. 2 national ranking. Belk College of Business Professor Franz W. Kellermanns ranks first in the nation and fourth worldwide for family business research, according to a new ranking. Additionally, UNC Charlotte ranks second nationally and fifth among universities worldwide. Texas State University released the Family Business Research Productivity Ranking University in December 2023. The annual […]

Belk College students earned degrees in varied majors. On Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15-16, 493 Belk College of Business students received undergraduate and graduate degrees and graduate certificates from UNC Charlotte in ceremonies in Dale F. Halton Arena. Interim Dean Dolly King joined other University dignitaries on the stage on Friday to congratulate students. Friday’s […]