Management
The Nebraska Difference
1 of 37 SHRM-Aligned undergraduate business degree programs in the U.S.
#38 Best Public Undergraduate Business Program, according to U.S. News & World Report
Unique Professional Enhancement Program offers hands-on career development
Free 1-to-1 tutoring, academic advising and career coaching
Program Features
Invest in Your Strengths and in Others’
As a strengths-based business school, we teach you how to use your unique talents to succeed while recognizing and developing the strengths of others to help businesses succeed.
Develop Skills to Take a Business to the Next Level
Through your coursework, you will develop communication and analytical skills needed to create and implement future business strategies in all types of organizations.
SHRM-Aligned Program
Your coursework, in combination with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), prepares you to take the SHRM-CP exam your senior year. This professional designation signals to others you are a recognized expert in the HR field and makes you more competitive in the job market.
Notable Courses
Foundations of Entrepreneurship (ENTR 321)
Take your first steps into the world of entrepreneurship management and marketing, where you’ll get an insider’s view of entrepreneurial creativity, innovation and value creation.
Managing Behavior in Organizations (MNGT 360)
Examine the many factors that affect people in organizations, such as employee engagement, communication and decision-making, to help organizations thrive.
Talent Acquisition and Staffing (MNGT 464)
Understand how to forecast employment needs, recruit, train and evaluate employees. Assess and suggest improvements to real recruiting and selection systems.
Managing Diversity in Organizations (MNGT 365)
Learn to manage a diverse workforce and maximize its power through different techniques, strategies and best practices.
Philanthropy and Leadership (MNGT 411)
Collaborate with students to select the nonprofit recipients of $10,000 in real grant funding through Strive to Thrive. Explore the role of philanthropy and nonprofits.
Business Plan Development and Decision Making (ENTR 423)
Create a business plan after analyzing case studies and networking with business professionals. Pitch it at the New Venture Competition to compete for funding.
Huskers Do Big Things
From day one, you’ll have access to a career coach and potential employers at Hawks Hall. Your career development will feature hands-on learning experiences, like a resume review, networking and a practice interview with an employer. These opportunities are part of the Professional Enhancement Program, which is unique to Nebraska Business.
Internships
- Events and entertainment intern, Chicago Bears
- Human resources intern, EnviroLogix
- Group sales intern, Indiana Pacers Sports & Entertainment
- Business development intern, NRC Health
- Senate intern, Office of U.S. Senator
Careers
- Human resources assistant, Amazon
- Inbound sales representative, Groupon, Inc.
- Business development manager, National Research Corporation
- Accounting systems specialist, Southwest Airlines
- Executive team leader, Target
Graduate Schools
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Master of Human Resources and Industrial Relations, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Master of Arts in Educational Administration, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Juris Doctor, University of Kansas
Outside the Classroom
Get the most out of your collegiate experience by taking advantage of opportunities to get involved. Challenge yourself and make meaningful connections along the way.
Elevate your leadership and entrepreneurship talents in the Clifton Builders Program. Innovate business practices and challenge the status quo to create positive change in the world.
Join the SHRM Student Chapter
Join the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) club as early as your first year. Connect with professionals to explore paths in HR, from staffing and analytics to employee culture.
Participate in one of our Nebraska Business Abroad programs to travel to places like Rwanda. Meet people leading the local startup community and explore the country’s growth in entrepreneurship.
Make your startup a reality through events and competitions hosted by the Center for Entrepreneurship. The events will help you evolve an idea into a pitch for cash prizes.
Featured Faculty
Brett Neely, Assistant Professor of Management
Brett Neely teaches Foundations of Organizational Behavior. His research interests include leadership and diversity in organizations and advancing organizational research methods. Neely volunteers on campus with his therapy dog, Marko.
Academics & Experiential Learning
- Learn about effective leadership and communication by completing an outdoor challenge course with classmates.
- Learn about management theories and concepts through interactive class activities, like making salsa or building towers out of everyday items.
Career Preparedness
- Lead with confidence as you learn how to work best with and manage teams.
- Critically examine situations and provide clear communication of choices and conclusions.
Community
- Engage with like-minded students who have high leadership and entrepreneurial potential in the Clifton Builders Program.
- Join the Society for Human Resource Management student organization to learn more about the HR field, travel to conferences and network with other management professionals.
- Compete in one of the Center for Entrepreneurship competitions, where you can win cash prizes and network with other business students.
Have Questions? We're Here to Help
If you have questions about the Management major or navigating the application process, contact us.
- Contact Name
- Kendra Ritchie
- Contact Title
- Associate Director of Recruitment
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