Business

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How do I start a business? 10 tips for success

Are you wondering, how do I start a business? We've got tips from expert entrepreneurs to help you out!
Lee Beauchamp pointing to a billboard of themselves in Times Square

Up-and-coming advertising creative from UNI takes the Big Apple

In just a few short years, Lee Beauchamp has gone from a high school graduating class of 16 to being featured on a billboard in Times Square.
Three students win seed money to support their business solution

UNI students develop business solutions in 24 hours at Business Breakthrough

If you give a student 24 hours and a local business problem, chances are they’ll develop an innovative idea to solve it. That’s exactly what 10 student teams did at Business Breakthrough, an event hosted by the University of Northern Iowa’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center.
Is a Business Degree Worth It?

Is a business degree worth it?

If you’re a high schooler who’s been mulling over your future plans, you may have heard mixed information when you’ve asked “Is a business degree worth it?” While the cost of tuition can look intimidating, there’s so much more than the short-term expense to consider. If you’re selecting the right major at the right school, your degree will more than pay for itself over time. Here’s a guide to help you understand the true value of a business degree.
Frederico Liedtke holding a "most likely to" certificate

ChatGPT led this international student to choose the UNI Wilson College of Business

For his college search process, Frederico Liedtke was aided by a perhaps unlikely, though increasingly common, source: artificial intelligence.
Abigail Chyma wearing a Wilson College of Business shirt

Abigail Chyma discovers belonging at UNI through sports, business and community

Abigail Chyma found her true home at the University of Northern Iowa — joining women’s rugby and discovering the community that made Wilson College of Business feel like family.
Business student writing at desk

What are the top business skills employers want?

These are some of the top business skills employers want and where graduates have the greatest opportunity to make an impact.
A look inside the Finance & Real Estate Analytics Lab

Ready for business: New lab provides real-world learning, giving UNI students a competitive edge

The Wilson College of Business at the University of Northern Iowa is preparing tomorrow’s business professionals today with the help of cutting-edge technology and resources.