ECU College of Business

ECU College of Business Preparing students for careers in business.

Expanding knowledge of business disciplines through theoretical and applied research, and serving practitioners with training and applied research.Social Media info https://business.ecu.edu/CONNECT

It didn’t turn out the way we wanted it to, but ECU was well represented in Bama. 💜🏴‍☠️💛I spy Dean Harris, Dr. Quick and...
09/05/2026

It didn’t turn out the way we wanted it to, but ECU was well represented in Bama. 💜🏴‍☠️💛

I spy Dean Harris, Dr. Quick and Prof. Slate — along with two all-star students, Ella and Maddie. 🏉

Safe travels home — we’ll see y’all on Tuesday!

The ECU COB experience not only builds leaders but also prepares students to thrive professionally even before graduatio...
09/04/2026

The ECU COB experience not only builds leaders but also prepares students to thrive professionally even before graduation. 💜🏴‍☠️💛

Last night was standing room only for a joint meeting with the Blacksail Fund, Financial Management Association (FMA) and the Investment Club. 📈👀

Finance is more than what students learn in the classroom. It is a career field built on applied skills, relationships and experience. These three student groups apply finance in practice, connect with ambitious peers and industry professionals, and build the skills and experience employers value. 💪💰

BTW… students from all majors are encouraged to get involved with these and other COB student groups. There is still time, so if you are considering finance as a major or simply want to understand where a finance degree can take you, these groups are an excellent place to start. 🤝

MEET THE FIRMS. 🧑‍🏫💼🏴‍☠️Last night, COB students had the opportunity to connect with employers at Meet the Firms — build...
09/03/2026

MEET THE FIRMS. 🧑‍🏫💼🏴‍☠️

Last night, COB students had the opportunity to connect with employers at Meet the Firms — building relationships, learning about companies, and exploring internship and career opportunities.

And we know firsthand that those connections can lead somewhere. 👉 Ella Slate landed her summer internship with Cherry Bekaert after meeting the firm at last year’s Meet the Firms!

From a conversation to a connection to an internship, Meet the Firms is all about putting students and employers in the same room and creating opportunities for what comes next.

Keep showing up. Keep making connections. Keep putting yourself out there.

Intern of the Week: Joshua Singer!Meet Joshua Singer, a COB student from Raleigh, NC, who spent his summer interning wit...
09/03/2026

Intern of the Week: Joshua Singer!

Meet Joshua Singer, a COB student from Raleigh, NC, who spent his summer interning with Forte Capital Group in the financial department!

Through this internship, Joshua gained hands-on experience across public and private company research, analyst reports, wealth management, financial planning software, and the day-to-day operations of a premier broker. 📈

💬 “This internship helped gain hands on experience in finance through analyst reports on public and private companies, high level research, wealth management and financial planning software, and exposure to the day-to-day operations of a premier broker/dealer. This opportunity will deepen my knowledge of capital markets, IPOs, security and portfolio analysis, financial planning, private equity, fund dynamics, and high-level deals and transactions, while strengthening my communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.”

We’re proud to celebrate Joshua and the skills he’s building through this internship experience! 🏴‍☠️

Employer in the Foyer is back! 💼🏴‍☠️The weekly Employer in the Foyer program kicked off today, giving COB students the o...
09/02/2026

Employer in the Foyer is back! 💼🏴‍☠️

The weekly Employer in the Foyer program kicked off today, giving COB students the opportunity to connect directly with companies about internships, careers, and what comes next.

Sponsored by the Cunanan Center for Professional Success, Employer in the Foyer takes place every Wednesday morning from 9:30AM –1 2:00PM on the first floor of the Bate Building, with different employers joining us each week.

Stop by, start a conversation, ask questions and see where the connection could take you. 🌎

This. Is. DECA. Student involvement across the COB is growing — and DECA is a great example of what happens when student...
09/02/2026

This. Is. DECA.

Student involvement across the COB is growing — and DECA is a great example of what happens when students see the opportunities waiting for them beyond the classroom. 🏆

With events like Anchors Down and Get A Clue highlighting our organizations, more students are finding their place, getting involved, and discovering opportunities. DECA brings students together to build their networks, strengthen their professional skills, connect with industry professionals, and open doors to travel and compete. And this is just the beginning! 🏙️🏅

Next meeting: September 14th at 5:00 p.m. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

Find your people. Build your network. Create opportunities.

Carson Fortune’s connection to ECU began long before he became a student. His parents met at ECU, and now he is continui...
09/01/2026

Carson Fortune’s connection to ECU began long before he became a student. His parents met at ECU, and now he is continuing that family tradition alongside his brother, who is also a fellow Pirate pursuing a minor in business. Growing up with season tickets to football games, Carson was surrounded by ECU pride long before he ever stepped foot on campus as a student!

Now, the Pittsboro, NC native is building a story of his own. A junior Finance major concentrating in Risk Management & Insurance and pursuing a Professional Selling Certificate, Carson is putting the COB formula for success into action. He's taking what he learns in the classroom and putting it to work as VP for Recruiting for Gamma Iota Sigma, while gaining valuable experience through internships.

Last summer, Carson interned with CRC Group in Atlanta. That experience led to an invitation to return next summer, this time for an internship in Charlotte.

For Carson, the lesson is simple: get involved.

“Get involved. There is a student group for every single major in the COB. Go on as many trips as you can to network,” Carson said. “And don't forget about your professors, as they have industry connections and they want you to succeed by getting that internship or obtaining a full-time offer before you graduate.”

Carson’s story is a reminder that sometimes showing up, getting involved, and saying yes to opportunities can take you further than you ever expected. ☠️🌇🛫

Employer in the Foyer 👋💼Looking for an internship? Searching for your first job? Or just want to start building your pro...
08/31/2026

Employer in the Foyer 👋💼

Looking for an internship? Searching for your first job? Or just want to start building your professional network?

Every Wednesday morning, the Cunanan Center for Professional Success brings employers directly to the first floor of Bate to meet with COB students!

From 9:30AM – 12:00PM, stop by to learn about companies, ask questions about internships and full-time opportunities, practice your networking skills, and even share your resume - all in a relaxed setting. And no professional dress required!

Pro tip: Come with a few questions, bring your resume, and take advantage of the opportunity to connect with recruiters face-to-face.

📍 First floor of Bate, by the elevators
🗓️ Wednesdays | 9:30AM – 12:00PM

Your next opportunity could be waiting in the foyer. 👀

Are leaders born or made? 💭🙋The Student Leadership Board kicked off the year with a conversation featuring two of ECU’s ...
08/31/2026

Are leaders born or made? 💭🙋

The Student Leadership Board kicked off the year with a conversation featuring two of ECU’s most prominent leaders: Chancellor Philip Rogers and ECU Health CEO Mike Waldrum.

Students had the opportunity to hear directly from both leaders about their journeys, the people who shaped them, how they build strong teams, and what it takes to make difficult decisions when there isn’t always an obvious answer.

The conversation also explored leadership through the lens of ECU’s own story, from the university’s recent R1 designation to the difficult decisions and changes that come with leading an institution through growth.

It was an honest, thought-provoking conversation that gave students a chance to ask questions, learn from experience, and think more deeply about what leadership really looks like.

Two leaders. Two different journeys. One room full of future Pirate leaders. 🏴‍☠️👏

How has it already been two weeks?! 🏴‍☠️Today marks the end of our second week of classes, and we’ve loved every minute ...
08/28/2026

How has it already been two weeks?! 🏴‍☠️

Today marks the end of our second week of classes, and we’ve loved every minute of being back on campus! We've been busy welcoming new faces and reconnecting with returning ones, it’s been so good to have our Pirates back in the COB. 💛📚👏

The first two weeks have been packed with events, opportunities, connections, and plenty of Pirate pride - and we’re just getting started!

Stay connected. Stay involved. And keep an eye out for what’s next! Here’s a look at our two-week recap 👆👆👆

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