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Centers

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JOHN S. AND MARLENE J. BRINZO CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Students posing on stairs for Pitch competition

The mission of the Brinzo Center is to proactively promote entrepreneurial spirit throughout the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship and lend support to students through community engagement, mentoring and research.

The Brinzo Center is open to all, especially those who: 

  • Have an idea;
  • Are attempting a new venture;
  • Wish to incorporate their entrepreneurial mindset within a corporation.

Services include:

  • Funding opportunities
  • Open, collaborative working spaces and conference lab
  • Mentoring sessions with our Entrepreneurs-In-Residence (E-I-R) and business owners
  • Networking with top local entrepreneurial organizations...and many more!

Learn more about the Brinzo Center


THE CENTER FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS  (CIS)

 

A group of students sit in a Management and Information Systems Association meeting.

The Center for Information Systems (CIS) is dedicated to improving the development, application and management of information systems through quality instruction, internationally recognized research and service to area businesses and other profit and non-profit organizations. Student success and participation are rewarded through scholarships, facilitation of internships, venues for public speaking and interaction with corporate members. The ultimate goal of CIS is to produce confident, intelligent and well-prepared IS graduates who are highly sought by a broad range of hiring organizations.

Learn more about CIS


GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CENTER (GMC)

Skyline photo of Florence

The Global Management Center (GMC) strives to advance international business education opportunities, advance global research through industry partnerships and provide an international stage for students, faculty and the public to learn and engage in best global business practices. The center provides students with the opportunity to learn from international speakers, study abroad and support faculty research internationally. GMC is committed to increasing awareness of the global business environment, providing innovative learning experiences and preparing students to compete in global business.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GMC