Out for Undergrad Business Conference

Are you an LGBTQ+ undergraduate interested in Business? Apply to the Out for Undergrad Business conference and join us for a weekend of education, opportunity, and inspiration!

O4U holds an annual conference for LGBTQ+ undergraduates who are interested in pursuing careers in business. Students learn about careers in their field of choice, meet mentors who are LGBTQ+ professionals in that field, build a supportive professional network, and connect with top employers in business, such as Goldman Sachs, BCG, EY, Microsoft, and more!

To be eligible, attendees must 1) be a current undergraduate student at a college/university and 2) self-identify as LGBTQ+

Apply today here!​ ​To learn ​more, come to one of our information sessions on 12/02 at 8:00 pm (EST) or 12/10 at 8:00 pm (EST). To secure your spot, make sure to ​RSVP​ ​here!

Application: ​www.outforundergrad.org/apply

Info Session RSVP: ​https://forms.gle/Xvk3GBgSjRbyjcPG9

Peer Advisor Spotlight: Taylor Cox

 

Hi! My name is Taylor Cox and I am a senior double majoring in Business Analytics and MIS. I am also in an Early Entry Graduate program here at the Belk College of Business. I am involved and serve on the executive board for the Business Honors and Belk Scholars Program. My advice to students is to make the most out of your four years here. Work hard and have fun while doing it. One way I was able to do this was by studying abroad in my junior year. 

The opportunities are endless and you get to choose your own path. College is all about what you make it and here in the Belk College of Business, you can do countless things that sound interesting to you personally. Step out of your comfort zone and meet someone new, you never know what may come of it!

PA's are a great way to get connected to current students who have had many of the same experiences you have. We have all taken the same classes you are in right now and have developed study habits to get through those classes. Being involved leaders means we can help connect you to organizations and resources across campus you may not have known about. Plus, we make a great resource in choosing your major and all things academics! 

Women in Business: Final Fall Coffee Hour

Women in Business has their next and final Coffee Hour of the semester on Mental Health on Monday, November 30, 2020 from 5:30pm- 6:30pm.

Women in Business will welcome professionals from Wells Fargo, Northwestern Mutual, and Jennifer Burnham (alum/ entrepreneur). Register here!

Lunch and Learn Recap: Authenticity in the Job Search

On Tuesday, November 17th, we had our Authenticity in the Job Search Lunch & Learn! We were so excited to have the following professionals join us for this Lunch & Learn: 

• Dr. Natasha Randle (Director of the Belk Scholars and Business Honors Programs and a Clinical Professor in the Belk College of Business)
• Dr. Janaki Gooty (Associate Professor of Management in the Belk College of Business)
• Camille Stuart (HR Business Partner for SPX Flow) 
• Mitchelle Lyle (Senior Purchasing Manager for SPX Flow)

During this event, participants received advice on how to best showcase their identity during a job interview and how to make the best first impression possible when meeting with recruiters. Panelists also spoke about how to stand out in the virtual environment while also maintaining academic obligations. 

To find out when our next Professional Development event is, head on over to the Niblock Student Center calendar, linked here. 

We hope you all have a very Happy Thanksgiving break! Stay safe! 

First Year Friday: Spotlight - Owen Smith

This week hear from Owen Smith and about his first year (Fall 2019 start) at UNC Charlotte. It is important to get involved as a new student! Don't forget to check out tips from Dave and Ayanna too.

Name: Owen Smith  

Hometown: Greensboro, North Carolina

Chose UNC Charlotte because... The Belk Scholars program and the unique opportunity to earn an acclerated master's degree in a field as prominent as Business Analytics stood out to me. Also, the many networking opportunities with Charlotte companies through the BCOB 

Major: Business Analytics and Finance

Student Involvement: Class Representative on the Business Honors Program Executive Board, Student Leader for Niner United Campus Ministry, Patron Services Assistant for UREC, Sports Analytics Club, Intramural Sports

Tips or things you wish you knew as a new student? I wish I knew that the college experience would only reward me as much as I was willing to put into it. Specifically, finding clubs and organizations that I was passionate about was difficult at first, but rewarding once I was able to find a good group of people to collaborate with. In the classroom, I wish I knew that procrastination would be my worst enemy. When on campus, I wanted to go out and have fun with friends, which led to mismanagement of my free time occasionally

Most beneficial class I've taken thus far... Business Practicum, a course in the BHP curriculum which provided me with substantial knowledge about the corporate social responsibility aspect of running a business. It showed that there is more to a business than making profits and paying employees.

Name a resource that's helped you be successful: DegreeWorks, along with my Academic and Career Coach. With DegreeWorks, I was able to plan out my coursework at UNCC and determine that there was room in my schedule to pick up a second major. My ACC was also able to point me in the right direction to what specific semesters I should take certain courses, which helped free up hours in my junior and senior years at UNCC. 

Awesome tips, Owen! Thanks for sharing with us!

Lunch and Learn: Authenticity in the Job Search

 

This week, the Niblock Student Center is hosting a Lunch and Learn focused on presenting your true, authentic self in the job and internship search process. This is a great opportunity for students who may be preparing for or are already in the internship or job search. 

The theme of the Lunch and Learn is "Authenticity in the Job Search." It is being offered both virtually and in-person in FRI 302 (with a free boxed lunch for you to take with you if you come in-person). 

When: Tuesday, November 17

Time: 11:45am-12:45pm

Where: Hybrid (Zoom and In-Person in FRI 302, depending on your need)

Sign Up: Register Here

Guest speakers include (their bios are linked below):

• Dr. Janaki Gooty, Belk College of Business, Associate Professor of Management
• Dr. Natasha Randle, Belk College of Business, Director, Belk Scholars and Business Honors Program, Clinical Professor of Management 
• Camille Stuart, HR Business Partner, SPX Flow
• Mitchelle Lyle, Sr. Purchasing Manager, SPX Flow

To sign up, please navigate here: Register Here

Peer Advisor Spotlight: Amy Kidder

"Hi, my name is Amy! I’m a junior majoring in accounting and I am a Peer Advisor in the Niblock Student Center. I also currently serve as the President of Future Leaders of Accounting, an Ambassador for the Women in Business initiative, and a Class Representative, Mentor, and Ambassador for the Business Honors Program. I enjoy getting involved on campus and in my community and it has played a huge role in enjoying my college experience. If you ever have questions about how to get more involved, feel free to ask me! 

My favorite thing about the Belk College of Business is how much everyone cares about helping students be successful. Everyone is always willing to have conversations with you about their experiences and give you advice and helpful resources. They will even just listen if you feel like you need to talk. They want students to feel confident and empowered during their journey through college and into a future career. As a Peer Advisor I get to use my passion for helping others to try and do the same for students. This is why I recommend making an appointment with a Peer Advisor. All of them have had amazing experiences during college and want to help other students find ways to have similar experiences." 

AIS + LPL Financial: Invitation to Join

AIS welcomes you to join the organization to chat with Scott Lieberman from LPL Financial on November 18, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM via Zoom. In this session, you will learn how to professionally compete as a candidate from the perspective of LPL Financial. 

Register here!

Spring 2021 Registration is Coming! Reminders and Tips

The Spring 2021 schedule of classes is available for viewing in banner self service. Registration will begin on November, 30th, 2020 after Thanksgiving break. Check your registration time here!

The Niblock Student Center is providing services virtually. For working hours, events, and to meet the team, click here.

Need help choosing classes?

• Students under 30 earned hours and/or enrolled in BUSN 1101 must complete MAPS modules and group coaching!
• Pre-Major students can make an appointment with a Peer Advisor
• Pre-Major and Declared students can make an appointment with an Academic and Career Coach
• Speak with an Academic and Career Coach on drop in hours

*Appointments are currently available. The Niblock Student Center will offer DROP INS ONLY during Registration Week, November 30th - December 4th. We will be closed November 26th & 27th.*

Do I have a registration hold?

Double check you are ready to register by going to banner self-service; student services/student accounts; student records; view holds. Holds placed by other departments (admissions, dean of students, other majors/minors) cannot be removed by the Belk College of Business. Contact that department directly!

When does the Spring 2021 semester begin? When do I register for Summer 2021 classes? Always check the academic calendar for important dates.

• Spring 2021 courses begin January 20th, 2021
• Summer schedule released January 6th
• Fall schedule released March 1st
• Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 Registration begins April 5th

What do I do if I need to repeat a course? What is the grade replacement policy?
To repeat a course you've earned a D or above in, submit the repeat authorization form. Once approved, you can re-register for the course. Repeat authorizations for currently enrolled courses will be issued December 7th.
You have two grade replacements to use per your time at UNC Charlotte. See the policy information and process to apply here.

How do I declare my major? Will the system let me register for a class if I'm currently enrolled in the prerequisite?

To move from a pre-major to upper level major you must meet the following: have 60 earned hours, all progression completed with grades posted, and a 2.5 progression and cumulative GPA. Once grades are in and you meet these requirements, fill out the declaration form here.

The system will assume you will successfully complete prerequisites and allow future registration. Example: Enrolled in ACCT 2121, can register for ACCT 2122.

What should I do about the Pass/No Credit policy for this semester?

Electing Pass/ No Credit Grading Not Recommended in Many Cases for Business Students

The Pass/No Credit Grading Policy Exception for Fall 2020 through Summer 2021 is significantly different from the Policy Exception for Spring 2020. You should read the policy and FAQ page. Contact your Academic and Career Coach if you have questions or concerns about electing Pass/No Credit. 

The Real Estate Club at UNC Charlotte is hosting CCIM Chief Economist KC Conway

The Real Estate Club at UNC Charlotte is hosting renowned CCIM Chief Economist KC Conway Tuesday, November 10 at 6 p.m. This is an amazing opportunity to hear from a top economist about the current uncertainty in the financial world.

Topics: Real Estate forecast projections, trends to watch as we head into 2021, recapping disruptors in the major product types, and opportunities/threats to Charlotte and North Carolina.

Event: UNC Charlotte Real Estate Club Economic Market Forecast- CCIM Chief Economist KC Conway

Date: Tuesday, November 10.

Time: 6 - 7:15 p.m.

WebEx link: https://uncc.webex.com/uncc/j.php?MTID=mf5e66878babcd460a155630f8440f06f

Prize: Two attendees will win a $50 visa gift card 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Real Estate Club President: Savena Mushinge at Smushing@uncc.edu. 

Peer Talk: Navigating the Internship Process

Happy Recruiting Season! Despite our virtual format, it is always a great time to get well acquainted with the internship search process. Internships are an amazing way for students to get professional experience while still in school, and can serve as a starting point when looking for full time jobs. 

Our Peer Guides will be holding their first Peer Talk of the semester, Navigating The Internship Process, on Thursday, November 19th, at 1:00! Come join us to learn about our experiences with searching for internships and how these roles have helped us grow as professionals. We will also be answering any questions about our experiences and the overall internship search process. 

Click to Register!

We look forward to seeing you there! 

Do you want to learn more about Salary Negotiaton?

Join the Belk College of Business and College of Computing and Informatics on November 10 to learn about salary negotiation from Latesha Byrd, who has worked with Forbes, The New York Times, Black Enterprise, Vogue, and Essence and was the 2019 Belk College of Business Young Alumni Award winner. 

The following day on November 11, professionals from RSM and their partners will be providing the opportunity to participate in mock salary negotiation. This unique event is a can't miss; so register here.