Undergraduate Programs
Industry Immersion Program
From exploring industries to exceeding expectations.
This program, which is open to all majors, is designed to provide students hands-on, immersive learning in a specific industry, giving them the experience and knowledge to stand out in the marketplace. Students work with C-suite executives and faculty experts to work on real-world business projects that make an industry impact, all while earning credit hours towards graduation.
Application now closed. Application for 2025-2026 will open fall of 2024
Industry Immersion Experiences
Staggering amounts of data are being generated each hour of every day across the globe. This new information age requires high-level, high-demand business skills — and you will work with leading companies to dive deep into the world of “big data,” making critical connections, improving strategic decision making, and optimizing performance.
Faculty Coordinator:
Ralph Greco, M.S.
Director, Business Analytics Initiative
Introduction to the business decisions made by various departments/divisions of a sports business. Develop an understanding of the tools and techniques used by these businesses to make strategic data-driven decisions that will maximize business performance and efficiency.
Faculty Coordinator:
Ralph Greco, M.S.
Director, Business Analytics Initiative
In the world of consulting, strong skills in analytical and strategic thinking aren’t just important — they’re required. By engaging with executives in the field and academic experts, you’ll learn what it takes to specialize in this fast paced, highly relevant profession.
Faculty Coordinator:
Chip York
Lecturer, Management & Human Resources Department
Examine the business practices of companies that have created the strongest brands in the world — products that have been household names for generations. These organizations are renowned for their marketing, management development, and breakthrough innovation.
Faculty Coordinator:
Jon Quinn, M.S.
Senior Lecturer, Marketing & Logistics Department
“Going green” is great, but how does a company get from good idea to actually creating sustainable corporate models? Through action-based course work and out-of-the classroom experience, you learn and explore some of the most important issues facing companies today.
Faculty Coordinator:
Heidi Shull,
Senior Lecturer, Management and Human Resources
The Fintech Industry Immersion covers fundamental concepts and technological techniques applied in the sectors of finance. These concepts include topics such as:
- P2P lending
- Investment and payment apps
- Cryptocurrencies
- NFTs
- Insurtech
- Proptech
- Roboadvisors
- Blockchain
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
During autumn semester, students acquire an understanding of industry terminology, concepts, and technologies used and their applications. In spring semester, students apply their knowledge with a hands-on capstone project with some of the leading initiatives/companies in Fintech space.
Faculty Coordinator:
Taner Pirim, PhD.
Senior Lecturer, Finance Department
Dive into retail from a unique perspective. Gain in-depth knowledge about the industry–from raw material development to maximizing consumer experience
Faculty Coordinator:
Steve DeNunzio
Senior Lecturer, Academic Director-Working Professional WPMBA Program
"Participating in the Business of Sports Immersion Program has allowed me to gain a deeper knowledge into the sports industry. It's been valuable and eye opening to learn about data analytics and the financials of such a popular industry I've always had an interest in. "
"The Consulting Immersion Program allowed me to use concepts learned in class to work on hands-on projects. In these projects, I gained real-world experience by finding unique solutions to problems companies face and presenting the solutions to the executives. I used my experience in the program to secure a full-time job in consulting after graduation."
Student who participate in the Industry Immersion Program will:
- Receive a total 6 credit hours for year-long program (3 credit hours in autumn, 3 credit hours in spring semester)
- Participate on real world company partner projects.
- Have unique opportunity to interact with Industry Leaders as guest speakers and via company site visits
- Travel to major metropolitan city to network with companies
- Option to travel internationally to Milan, Italy with fellow Immersion students and become familiar with specific industry abroad.
Active Participation
Students are expected to actively participate in co-curricular opportunities to enhance their professional development, both inside and outside of the classroom.
Engage with Industry Partners
Active participation is expected of every Industry Immersion student. Company executives take time to guide students throughout projects and enlighten Industry Immersion students. Active participation is expected of every Industry Immersion student.
One-Year Program Commitment
Enrolling in activities that hinder the completion of the program is strongly discouraged. Students who are accepted should not enroll in an outside activity that would prevent you from completing both semesters of class (e.g. internship/study abroad).
Students who are interested in participating in the Industry Immersion Program must meet the following criteria by the start of the program in Autumn semester:
Minimum 3.0 cumulative OSU GPA
Open to all majors at OSU
Earn a minimum of 61 credit hours
Not enroll in an activity that prevents the student from completing the one-year program commitment
Application
Applications are now open through Thursday, February 8, 2024 by 11:59 p.m.
Questions:
Please explain your interest in your (3) RANKED immersion experiences, why you are interested in the program and summarize any experience you may have within specific industry. (3200 character maximum) *Lack of experience will NOT hinder your application*
Discuss how the Industry Immersion Program will support your college journey and career aspirations. (3200 character maximum)
Resume:
Resumes must be submitted as a PDF and the file MUST include your first name and last name. Resumes uploaded in other formats or without the appropriate file name will not be considered and your application will be considered incomplete.
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