Centers at Lee Business School

The centers within the Lee Business School provide opportunities for faculty and students to interact with business and industry, enabling the college to maintain a strong grasp on the trends affecting corporate America. They bring together faculty experts from across functional areas to create and deliver knowledge on issues core to our mission and encourage partnerships that are the key to our success in building our students' futures.
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Center for Business and Economic Research

The Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) provides access to cutting-edge research and analysis to understand market dynamics and economic trends. Equip yourself with valuable insights to make informed business decisions in an ever-changing global economy and attend CBER events that are tailored to students, business professionals, and industry members.

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Lied Center for Real Estate

Whether you're interested in development, investment, or management, the Lied Center for Real Estate offers the knowledge and connections to excel in this dynamic field. The center can help you delve into the world of real estate through expert insights, networking opportunities, on-site interviewing for paid internships and employment, and their Annual Real Estate Career Expo.

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Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management

From assessing financial vulnerabilities to implementing risk mitigation strategies, the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management provides the expertise to safeguard your business interests. Explore strategies for managing risk and optimizing insurance solutions. The center also collaborates with leading insurance companies, risk management firms, and regulatory bodies to offer internships, externships, and mentorship programs for students that bridge the gap between academia and industry.

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Troesh Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

The Troesh Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation provides the tools and expertise to navigate the startup landscape. They provide resources and guidance to fuel your entrepreneurial ambitions from idea conception to venture scaling, as well as their well-known Troesh Entrepreneurship Bootcamp that’s designed for students from all disciplines who are interested in learning basic concepts and techniques to develop their entrepreneurial skills.