Looking to impress a potential employer? A recruiter? Better make it quick–a few seconds is all you have. A good resume can open new doors; a bad one is likely to be tossed into that infamous “file.” “Your resume is your selling point,” said Alsu Zinnatullina, an FIU senior majoring in accounting and finance. “Companies […]
In real estate, they say the only thing that matters is location, location, location. Jorge P. Montoya, with enormous retail leadership success behind him, says only one thing counts in proving your effective leadership skills. “You have to deliver results,” Montoya says emphatically. “A good leader can pay attention to ‘other matters’ but ultimately he […]
The college experience demands many transitions, moments where students need guidance and practical knowledge to achieve their ultimate goal – a college degree that will form their professional career. That’s where the College of Business’ mentoring program aims to make a mark. Through one-on-one relationships with students, mentors share career advice, industry-specific insights and real-world […]
High-profile South Florida business leaders filled the FIU Arena to celebrate successful alumni during the College of Business’ 2014 Hall of Fame induction ceremony on September 12. The gala honored dynamic individuals who through their vision and leadership have made lasting contributions to their companies, their communities, and the FIU College of Business. “Each one […]
Music, networking and lunch greeted FIU College of Business students at “Welcome To The BizLife,” which showcased in-school resources including advising, career management, international studies, and student organizations. Shaila Jaime and María Martínez, seniors in the Finance and International Business programs, looked into internships and study abroad opportunities – including opportunities in Barcelona, Doha, Dubai, […]
Florida International University’s (FIU) College of Business continues to maintain its leading role in the development of new global business leaders, tying for eighth among the best undergraduate international programs in the country in U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 edition of Best Colleges. It is the second time in three years that the COB […]
Analytics, business intelligence, data management, and other Management of Information Systems (MIS) specialties rank among the fastest growing fields, and the most in-demand, secure jobs, in today’s career marketplace. To learn more about opportunities in these fields, FIU students can attend the Association for Information Systems (AIS) at FIU’s Open Meet and Greet for the […]
Conchy Bretos has seen firsthand the difficulties that aging seniors living in public housing face when trying to access services, often becoming “older and invisible” while trying to retain some sense of independence. She launched Mia Senior Living Solutions in 1995 as a consulting firm that aimed to help low-income elderly and disabled adults stay […]
College of Business students will be received next week with a start-of-semester tradition – “Welcome to the BizLife,” shining the spotlight on a celebration of education. The event is sponsored for the first time ever by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Ileana Cañizares, special events coordinator, describes this year’s event as a “carnival-pep rally-barbecue all rolled into one.” […]
The founder of a home-grown global fashion brand, a popular Miami artist-entrepreneur, and the manager of a top New York asset management fund are among five FIU College of Business alumni who will be inducted into the 2014 FIU Hall of Fame. In addition, philanthropist R. Kirk Landon will receive the 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award. […]
