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Belk College Concludes Its 50th Anniversary

Belk College Concludes Its 50th Anniversary

Here's a look back at the college's yearlong celebration.
   June 17, 2021

The Belk College of Business is thanking alumni and friends for their support as it concludes its yearlong 50th anniversary. 

“The global pandemic pushed us to look for new ways to celebrate our golden anniversary throughout the 2020-21 academic year,” said Jay Davis, executive director of external relations and chair of the...

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UNC Charlotte Launches Programs for Professionals Campaign

UNC Charlotte Launches Programs for Professionals Campaign

The summer marketing campaign encourages prospective students to “Invest in You.” and learn more.
   June 14, 2021

The Belk College of Business is partnering with other campus groups to help working professionals better understand the part-time programs offered through UNC Charlotte.

The marketing campaign, “Invest in You,” focuses on the more than 120 areas of study available to working professionals that are...

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Alumni Council Hosts Panel Discussion on Diversity

Alumni Council Hosts Panel Discussion on Diversity

Virtual program offered tips and resources for talking to children and family about diversity.
   June 3, 2021

The Belk College of Business Alumni Council co-hosted “Discussing Diversity: A Place to Begin,” a virtual panel discussion, on May 4. The event was a partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas and sponsored by Equitable Foundation.  ...

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N.C. Forecast: Economy at Critical Point

N.C. Forecast: Economy at Critical Point

Belk College Economist John Connaughton says economic growth should continue through 2022.
   May 26, 2021

North Carolina’s economy continues to rebound, but recent data show it may be some time before the economy is back to where it was prior to last year’s COVID-19 shutdowns, according to John Connaughton, director of the UNC Charlotte Economic Forecast. ...

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UNC Charlotte MBA Ranks as Tier One MBA for the Sixth Year in a Row

UNC Charlotte MBA Ranks as Tier One MBA for the Sixth Year in a Row

CEO Magazine recognizes UNC Charlotte’s MBA as one of the top in world.
   May 17, 2021

As graduates of UNC Charlotte MBA Class of 2021 accept their degrees during the 50th anniversary of the program, the program has once again been recognized among the top in the world by CEO Magazine.

The MBA through the Belk College of...

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Magazine: Four Belk College Alumni Among State's Most Influential

Magazine: Four Belk College Alumni Among State's Most Influential

Business North Carolina’s Power List features leaders across 18 disciplines.
   May 17, 2021

Four Belk College of Business alumni are among the most influential leaders in North Carolina, according to Business North Carolina.

The statewide publication’s inaugural Power List of most influential leaders in 18 industries features:

· Scott Carlton '97 MBA, president of Tokai...

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Graduating DBA Scholars Drive Charlotte Business Through Research

Graduating DBA Scholars Drive Charlotte Business Through Research

Doctorate in Business Administration graduates are leveraging research to support the community.
   May 13, 2021

The newest graduates of UNC Charlotte’s Doctorate in Business Administration program are levering their academic research to support business resilience in Charlotte. 

Nineteen scholars will earn their DBA degrees...

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M.S. in Economics: Celebrating 30 Years

M.S. in Economics: Celebrating 30 Years

The nationally ranked program has been providing students with the skills for success for 30 years.
   May 12, 2021

Shanyn Viars found her dream job in a nontraditional field.

After earning her Master of Science in Economics from UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business, Viars was hired as an economic and policy research associate and the only economist on staff at American Rivers, a conservation...

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Belk College Class of 2021 Ready to Make Their Mark

Belk College Class of 2021 Ready to Make Their Mark

873 May 2021 graduates join the Belk College alumni network.
   May 12, 2021

To recognize and celebrate the class of 2021, UNC Charlotte will hold three in-person ceremonies, with approximately 873 students from the Belk College of Business earning their degrees during the spring semester. 

Class of 2021 Belk College graduates will be honored at in-person...

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$2.5 million Gift Establishes Niblock Scholars Program

$2.5 million Gift Establishes Niblock Scholars Program

Belk College alumnus Robert A. Niblock ‘84 continues commitment to UNC Charlotte students.
   May 5, 2021

A $2.5 million gift from alumnus Robert A. Niblock ’84 will establish the Niblock Scholars Program, a unique scholarship program that will launch this fall to support Belk College of Business undergraduate students. 

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