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2024 Montreal trip

From Maine to Montreal: Expanding Perspectives Beyond the Classroom

In November, 15 students from the Maine Business School embarked on an unforgettable journey to Vermont and Montréal, gaining firsthand insights into the worlds of sport management and international business. This experiential learning trip, led by Dr. Nick Swim, Associate Professor of Sport Management, and Dr. Stefano Tijerina, Senior Lecturer in Management, blended educational exploration […]

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MBS Sales and Sponsorship Class

MBS Students Tackle Real-World Sports Sales, Scoring Big for Athletics and Academics

Dr. Nick Swim’s Sport Sales and Sponsorship class is gaining invaluable real-world experience while supporting the university’s athletic programs. The course, developed in partnership with the athletics ticket office, immerses students in the challenging and fast-paced world of sports sales. Over eight sessions, students called past ticket buyers to pitch packages for events like women’s […]

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December 2024 Award Winners

2024 Winter Recognition Ceremony Award Recipients

Each year at the end of the fall semester, the Maine Business School and Graduate School of Business honor December graduates for their achievements. Each honoree receives a certificate, blue cords to wear at graduation, and a locally crafted paddle to commemorate their award. We’re elated to announce the honorees of our Fall 2024 awards: […]

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Winter Recognition Logo

12/6 Winter Recognition Ceremony

Day: Friday, December 6 Time: 3 pm Location: DPC 100 This annual celebratory event honors our December graduates and inducts new members into Beta Gamma Sigma, the international honor society […]

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11/20 MBS Friendsgiving

Day: Wednesday, November 20 Time: 5 pm Location: DPC Atrium This fun annual gathering is open to all MBS students. Join in for a free meal catered by Moe’s BBQ […]

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11/19 Resume Workshop with Wex

Day: Tuesday, November 19 Time: 5-6 pm Location: DPC 217 The MBS American Marketing Association is hosting a resume workshop with Morgan Bouchard, Talent Acquisition Specialist at Wex, Inc. Bring […]

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NEOC 2024

Bridging Success: How Business Bridge Week Prepares First-Year Students at MBS

Nearly 300 first-year students moved onto campus a week before classes began to participate in our Business Bridge Week. This six-day event is designed to build connections, foster community, and ease new students’ transition into college life. From 9 am to 5 pm daily, students are immersed in various activities that blend academic and social […]

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Dr. Alexandru Roman

Welcoming Alexandru Roman to MBS

Dr. Alexandru Roman relocated across the country from California to join the Maine Business School this fall. An Assistant Professor of Strategic Management, Dr. Roman earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Riverside. What inspired you to become a professor? My father was a professor. He was the one who inspired me to join […]

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Josh Francoeur Internship Story

Internship Story: Josh Francoeur at Boston Beer Company

Josh Francoeur, a senior from Marblehead, MA, channeled his interest in craft beer into a summer internship with the Boston Beer Company.  How did you hear about this internship? I found different internships the company was offering on LinkedIn and applied for the sales and marketing internships in the Boston office. Why did you choose […]

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Doing Business at Dinner

MBS Students Hone Professional Skills at ‘Doing Business at Dinner’ Event

On September 25, 60 Maine Business School students gathered at the Penobscot Valley Country Club to practice their professional skills during the annual MBS Doing Business at Dinner event. This engaging evening is part of the college’s Doing Business At series, which helps students master essential business skills in a variety of non-traditional settings. The […]

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