Centers and Institutes

Some of the most important learning happens outside your classes.

Across our college, centers and institutes create opportunities to gain experience, build your network, test ideas and apply what you're learning in real-world settings. Whether you're preparing for your first internship, exploring entrepreneurship or working with the same business technology used by global organizations, these programs help you move from learning about business to doing it.

You don't have to figure it out alone. Each center connects you with people, experiences and opportunities that help you grow with purpose.

Find the experience that's right for you

The HUB

Your starting point for involvement, experiential learning and career preparation.

The HUB helps you connect with internships, student organizations, competitions, leadership opportunities and the experiences that shape your college journey. If you're not sure where to begin, start here.

Explore The HUB

SAP University Alliance

Build experience with the enterprise technology used by organizations around the world.

Through hands-on coursework, simulations and industry-connected learning experiences, you'll work with business systems that power finance, operations, supply chains and decision-making across global companies.

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Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship

Turn ideas into action.

Whether you want to launch a business, solve problems inside an existing organization or develop an entrepreneurial mindset, the institute provides mentorship, competitions, resources and hands-on opportunities to help you move forward.

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Why these hands-on experiences matter

Classroom learning builds knowledge, experiences build confidence.

Employers consistently look for graduates who can communicate, solve problems, work with others and adapt to new challenges. The opportunities offered through our centers and institutes help you practice those skills before graduation.

You'll be challenged. You'll be supported. And you'll gain experiences that help you stand out long after you graduate.

The College of Business Community

Some of the most meaningful parts of your college experience happen through the people you meet and the communities you join.

Whether you're looking for guidance, a place to belong or opportunities to get involved outside the classroom, these resources can help you build connections that last well beyond graduation.