College of Business

Tomorrow’s leaders have turned to us to be successful in the business world. Our faculty brings global knowledge and our Leadership and Professional Development program builds character and resilience. Our students are thriving, and their achievements are a direct result of the mentorship and guidance they receive from our dedicated faculty, staff, and alumni.

Student success is our priority and it is found throughout our programs and activities. It’s found in our classrooms where experiential learning projects challenge students to solve real-world problems and help transform our region. It’s in the high-impact travel experiences that broaden their perspectives. It’s also in the award-winning programs led by our student organizations that foster leadership, innovation, and community. Our graduates are transforming the region and beyond.

The College of Business Delivers

$118M+

Economic Impact

372%

Return on Investment

Across North Carolina

COB News

Leadership conference builds business leaders

Aman Challenge showcases ECU student entrepreneurs

ECU student named top Spencer scholar in the nation

Accounting conference showcases career opportunities

Networking competition allows students to make connections

College of Business celebrates record $1.2 million in scholarships

More News

Leader Profiles

Student: Whitley McCoy

Taillon’s research makes mark in classroom and with consumers

Faculty: Dr. Erik Taylor

Student: Sarah Maisto

Important Dates

Fall Break - classes resume at 8:00 am Wednesday, October 7.

Oct

7

Fall 2026 Block 1 Grades Deadline

All Day

Fall 2026 Block 1 grades are due at 8:00 am.

Oct

7

Fall 2026 Block 2 classes begin

All Day

Classes begin for Block 2; schedule adjustments.

Oct

7

Beyond the Professoriate - The Key Difference Between Academic and Nonacademic Hiring — and What It Means for Your Job Search

Virtual

12:00 am to 12:45 pm

As a PhD exploring your career options, one of the most important things to understand is that academic and nonacademic employers value very different aspects of your PhD training and experience. This means that to job search effectively — in academia or beyond — you need to understand what each type of employer is looking for and adopt a strategy accordingly. This webinar is designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs from all academic disciplines who are wondering: How is academic hiring different from nonacademic hiring?What do nonacademic employers look for in a candidate, and how will that affect my job search?Why do I need to focus my job search on a specific career pathway?

Ways to Stay Involved

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Alumni Update

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The Business Advisory Council provides expertise and guidance, and supports the continuing development of high quality business programs at ECU. Its role is to advise the dean and faculty and to foster ongoing relationships with the business community.

The Young Alumni Council provides external perspectives and personal attributes that build both the reputation and capacity of the COB. These emerging leaders serve as a link between the COB and the business community

The College of Business Delivers

$118M+

372%

COB News

Leader Profiles

Important Dates

Ways to Stay Involved

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