BUS 598 - Business Internship

1-3 Credit(s)

This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to obtain practical experience by applying the knowledge gained through their coursework in a business environment. Students work in a position relevant to their major field of study for a minimum of 24 hours per week for 10 weeks. Documentation for the internship includes learning objectives, term paper on employer and/or current issues in the industry, weekly journal entries, and an end of internship evaluation. Students can complete a maximum of two internships, each with its own distinct learning experience. This course is meant to complement and enrich the academic experience. It can only be taken pass/no pass and cannot be applied to graduation requirements.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have completed 9 credits in the graduate program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.