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Sustainable Impact Academy connects students, faculty, staff, and community leaders , articleA pilot program within the College of Natural Resources and Environment is using projects on the Blacksburg campus to help students learn how to confront everyday sustainability challenges.
Date: Jun 25, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech faculty member named National President of Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE) , articleThe Department of Management at Virginia Tech is proud to announce that Ron Poff, Assistant Department Head and Associate Professor of Practice, has been named National President of Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE)—the only national co-ed professional fraternity in sales, marketing, and management. In March, Poff was officially installed during the PSE National Convention held in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Date: May 09, 2025 - -
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Pamplin College of Business Hosts Delegation from Xidian University , redirectPamplin College of Business welcomed a distinguished delegation from Xidian University (XDU) in China at the beginning of April. This visit provided an excellent opportunity for faculty and staff to engage with key representatives from XDU, explore future collaborations, and discuss preparations for the arrival of XDU students this fall.
Date: May 07, 2025 - -
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Inaugural winners of new research awards named , articleEstablished by the Office of Research and Innovation and Office of Faculty Affairs and funded by the Virginia Tech Alumni Association, the new awards were created to complement the Jacob A Lutz Award for Eminent Scholars.
Date: May 05, 2025 - -
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Flip Flop Friends: How Pamplin Students Helped a Hokie Alum’s Nonprofit Expand Its Global Footprint , articleIn the hills of Nyakach, Kenya, a grassroots nonprofit is changing the lives of hundreds of children through simple, local solutions—like providing shoes, school supplies, and access to education. Flip Flop Friends, founded by Pamplin alum Carl M. Mazzan (Finance ’88), works to break the cycle of poverty by improving conditions at Magunga Primary School. Now, thanks to a semester-long partnership with students in Virginia Tech’s Management Consulting Capstone course (MGT 4084), the organization is preparing for its next five years of growth.
Date: May 01, 2025 - -
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Congratulations to Dr. Judy Rady on the Successful Defense of Her Dissertation , articleThe Department of Management is proud to announce that Judy Rady has successfully defended her dissertation.
Date: Apr 25, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech PSE Chapter Earns National Recognition at 2025 Pi Sigma Epsilon Convention , articleThe Virginia Tech chapter of Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE), the nation’s premier professional business fraternity, made an unforgettable mark at the 2025 PSE National Convention recently held in the greater Cincinnati area.
Date: Apr 25, 2025 - -
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Publication Alert - Dr. Kiran Awate , articleWe’re thrilled to share that the paper “Big Shoes to Fill: Star Exit, Search Behavior, and Innovation Outcomes” has been accepted for publication in Organization Science, a top-tier journal in the field and Pamplin Elite Journal.
Date: Apr 24, 2025 - -
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Richard A. Hunt appointed Dorothy Hottel Digges Professorship in Entrepreneurship , articleHunt’s scholarship has been widely recognized in top-tier journals, including the Academy of Management Review and Journal of Business Venturing. His work addresses critical issues in entrepreneurial action, uncertainty, and innovation.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Trey Lewis appointed to Union Junior Faculty Fellowship in Entrepreneurship , articleLewis has made substantial contributions to research, teaching, and service in entrepreneurship, including new venture formation, entrepreneurial action and inaction, and dynamics surrounding how startups compete for talent in the labor market.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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David Townsend appointed as Digges Family Professorship of Entrepreneurship , articleTownsend's research has significantly shaped scholars’ and practitioners’ understanding of venture formation, financing, and decision-making in uncertain environments.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Kids Can Write: A Peer-Led Collaboration Through the Department of Management class MGT4084 , articleAt the intersection of creativity and community, Kids Can Write is on a mission to help children—and learners of all ages—become authors of their own stories. Founded by Virginia Tech student Elea Abisamra, the nonprofit teaches storytelling and writing skills through in-school and virtual programs, helping children publish their very own books.
Date: Apr 21, 2025 - -
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Pamplin College of Business Honors Scholars at Inaugural Research Awards Ceremony , articleOn April 9, the Pamplin College of Business hosted its inaugural Research Awards Ceremony, honoring six faculty members with the Research Impact Award for their outstanding scholarly achievements and impactful contributions to academia, industry, and beyond.
Date: Apr 16, 2025 - -
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Campus CoLab: Virginia Tech Student Launches Platform to Empower Student Entrepreneurs , articleThe entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well at Virginia Tech, where student Fernando A. Figueroa, who is studying Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology, has launched Campus CoLab, a groundbreaking platform designed to connect student entrepreneurs, foster collaboration, and bring ideas to life.
Date: Apr 11, 2025 - -
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Stephen J. Skripak Named Professor of Practice Emeritus of Management , articleThe Department of Management at the Pamplin College of Business congratulates Stephen J. Skripak on his appointment as Professor of Practice Emeritus of Management at Virginia Tech.
Date: Apr 09, 2025 - -
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Reed B. Kennedy named associate professor of practice emeritus of Management , articleThe Department of Management at the Pamplin College of Business congratulates Reed B. Kennedy on his appointment as Associate Professor of Practice Emeritus of Management at Virginia Tech.
Date: Apr 09, 2025 - -
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Pamplin College of Business Honors Seniors at Students of Distinction Ceremony , articleOn March 30, the Pamplin College of Business honored recipients of both college-level and departmental senior awards during the Students of Distinction Ceremony. This prestigious event recognized a total of 55 awards and celebrated the exceptional academic achievements, leadership, and contributions of undergraduate students within the Pamplin community.
Date: Apr 07, 2025 - -
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Dr. Christopher Porter Receives Pamplin Research Impact Award , articleWe are proud to recognize Dr. Christopher Porter as the recipient of the Pamplin College of Business Research Impact Award.
Date: Apr 02, 2025 - -
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Professional roles in Student Affairs offer students immersive learning opportunities , articleJobs and internships in Student Affairs provide students on-campus opportunities to gain experience in their respective fields.
Date: Mar 28, 2025 - -
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Blobi: A Game-Changing App for Educators, Co-Founded by Virginia Tech Sophomore , articleAt Virginia Tech, Natalia Polo, a sophomore majoring in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Management, is putting her education into action. With a passion for innovation and problem-solving, she co-founded Blobi, an app designed to give educators a seamless, personal workspace to organize, create, and share their work.
Date: Mar 20, 2025 - -
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A Hokie-dipped partnership , articleFounded by alumnus Marion Smith '61 and run by three generations of Hokies, Whitley's Peanut Factory found itself coming up short when it came to filling orders for its famous hand-dipped chocolatey peanut clusters. After a chance encounter with two brothers from the College of Engineering, a tasty partnership developed.
Date: Mar 05, 2025 - -
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Faculty club pop-up events spark connection and collaboration , articleTeaching and research faculty are creating a sense of community at a series of Faculty Affairs-planned events that facilitate "intellectual socializing."
Date: Feb 05, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech Students Launch Kickstarter for DirectDrive Now: A Game-Changer for Group Transportation , articleThis semester, Thomas Walsh, a sophomore at Virginia Tech, and his business partner Xavier Kubancik, have been working on an innovative project that aims to transform group transportation and fill the gap left by regular ride-sharing apps. The result of their efforts, DirectDrive Now, is a platform designed to simplify and enhance the experience of organizing and participating in group rides, with a focus on safety and reliability.
Date: Jan 23, 2025 - -
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Expanding Horizons: Study Abroad Programs Highlight Business, Culture, and Leadership Across the Globe , articleThis winter, Virginia Tech students embarked on a series of transformative study abroad programs spanning five countries: Austria, Germany, Spain, New Zealand, and Australia. These immersive experiences, offered participants a unique opportunity to gain insights into business practices, cultural diversity, and leadership styles in some of the most dynamic regions of the world.
Date: Jan 22, 2025 - -
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Alumni corporate networks build community in the workplace , redirectFrom communities formed at Virginia Tech to connections made long after graduation, Hokies are known for making magic when they come together.
Date: Jan 16, 2025 - -
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Department of Management Faculty Led Discussions at the 2024 International Conference of the Strategic Management Society in Istanbul, Turkey , articleFaculty members from Virginia Tech’s Department of Management took center stage at the 2024 Strategic Management Society (SMS) Annual Conference in Istanbul, Turkey. Professors Devi Gnyawali, Karen Schnatterly, and Pankaj Kumar presented innovative research across strategic topics, emphasizing Virginia Tech’s impact on global strategy research.
Date: Jan 09, 2025 - -
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Celebrating Six Sigma Success: Pamplin Students Earn Green Belt Certification , articleThe Management Department at the Pamplin College of Business is thrilled to announce that a dedicated group of students has successfully earned their Six Sigma Green Belt certification! This remarkable accomplishment highlights their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to mastering process improvement techniques that drive efficiency and excellence in business.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 - -
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Capt. Brandon Donahue, 1st Lt. Mame Ngom, 1st Lt. Melonie Herndon named Duke game Hokie Heroes , articleThe three Hokie Heroes are deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Prosperity Guardian, Operation Inherent Resolve, and Operation Spartan Shield.
Date: Nov 23, 2024 - -
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ISERC’s “Reverse Job Fair” Aims to Bring Neurodiverse People into Cybersecurity , articleMeeting random prospective employers at a job fair can be stressful for job-seekers, especially those people who think and act differently from the rest of the crowd.
Date: Nov 13, 2024 - -
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Pamplin Scholars Present at Academy of Management Conference , redirectThe Academy of Management is the oldest and among the most prestigious professional associations for scholars and organizations in the field of management. Each year, researchers from around the world gather to share their findings on a wide range of topics. This year’s annual conference was held in Chicago, where over 20 faculty members from Pamplin’s Department of Management presented their research to peers. Below are three selected summaries of Pamplin faculty presentations at the conference.
Date: Sep 23, 2024 - -
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Cadets highlighted the colors at the Marshall game , articleFirst-year cadets Anna Redman, Luke Hunter, and Lucas Quatrara received the flags at Saturday’s football game.
Date: Sep 07, 2024 - -
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High school seniors receive an in-depth business experience at Pamplin’s third annual PIP Academy , articleThe Pamplin College of Business recently concluded its third-annual Pamplin’s Inspiring Possibilities (PIP) Academy, welcoming 26 rising high school seniors from across the United States to campus for a 10-day experiential learning program.
Date: Aug 05, 2024 - -
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Management students’ capstone project to propel VT’s HR Service Center towards enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction , articlePamplin College of Business seniors from the MGT 4084: Management Consulting course applied their theoretical knowledge with practical application, providing holistic solutions to their client, Virginia Tech's Human Resources Service Center.
Date: Jun 18, 2024 - -
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Student Affairs honors recipients at April Aspire! Award Celebration , articleAn ExperienceVT initiative, the Aspirations for Student Learning promotes a culture of lifelong learning.
Date: May 14, 2024 - -
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Research aims to calculate the real cost of cybersecurity breaches , articleJoe Simpson of the Department of Management is working with Pamplin alum and Hive Systems founder Alex Nette on research to discover the real cost of cybersecurity breaches.
Date: May 10, 2024 - -
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Pamplin College of Business honors distinguished alumni at annual awards ceremony , articleThe Pamplin College of Business recently celebrated the achievements of 10 distinguished alumni at the annual Pamplin Awards ceremony, which took place during the 2024 Pamplin Engagement Summit.
Date: May 09, 2024 - -
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Pamplin College of Business honors its 2024 Students of Distinction , articleAmong the honors bestowed by Pamplin College of Business were the Outstanding Pamplin Senior Award, H. H. Mitchell Outstanding Leadership Award, College Service Award, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Excellence Award, Dean’s Advisory Board of Students President Recognition, as well as the First Honors Graduates.
Date: May 07, 2024 - -
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Class of 2024: Claudine Luo finds her second family at Pamplin , articleLuo reflects on her impact at Virginia Tech – and on Virginia Tech’s impact on her.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 - -
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Leading the way , redirectVirginia Tech is committed to educating the leaders of the future — and to creating the opportunities that move leadership into action.
Date: Mar 19, 2024 - -
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Writing HERstory: Grizzard finds home and happiness at Tech , redirectIt's a lesson that Cassie Grizzard has taken to heart during her first year at Tech, and it's helped reignite her love for the game.
Date: Mar 03, 2024 - -
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Dirk Buengel February 2024 Aspire! Award Winner , redirect“A beacon of leadership, vision, and professionalism since he joined Virginia Tech,” said his nominator, “Dirk Buengel has brought not just the words of civility and diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion into Pamplin College of Business – but awareness and action.
Date: Feb 16, 2024 - -
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Collaboration with Southside community is reimagining a historically Black college , redirectThere’s no one to greet visitors at St. Paul’s College — just the wind rustling through chest-high grass.
Date: Jul 20, 2023 - -
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Class of 2023: William Poland and Blake Warner named Outstanding Seniors for the Honors College , redirectFor the first time in its history, the Honors College has named two Outstanding Seniors: William Poland and Blake Warner. These students have consistently demonstrated a commitment to the Honors College's core values and have worked collaboratively over the past four years to make significant positive contributions to the honors student experience.
Date: Apr 27, 2023 - -
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Virginia Tech ranks #17 for Top Colleges for High-Paying Jobs in Management Consulting , redirectGraduates of Harvard University who go into management consulting earn significantly more than young professionals from other schools who enter the field, according to a ranking compiled by the Burning Glass Institute, a nonprofit that researches employment trends.
Date: Apr 14, 2023 - -
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Graduate students, mentors honored at annual Graduate Education Week awards reception , redirectThe Graduate School recognized master’s and doctoral students as well as faculty mentors from across Virginia Tech’s campuses and programs for their work, honoring them with awards of excellence at its annual awards reception during Graduate Education Week.
Date: Apr 12, 2023 - -
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Pitching a business in a second language: An extra challenge leads to an unexpected reward , redirectWhen arriving in Blacksburg from afar, it’s often easy to see business opportunities. Beloved restaurants and venues from home that haven’t yet come to Blacksburg proffer prime opportunities. So when eight international students from Virginia Tech’s Language and Culture Institute were given a class assignment that thrust them into the mindset of entrepreneurs, the ideas came easily.
Date: Mar 27, 2023 - -
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'Quiet Hiring' is taking over the workplace in the UK , redirectThe new trending workplace phenomenon describes the practice of companies filling vacancies - without doing any actual hiring. Commonly this involves silently and surreptitiously moving employees into positions they may not be trained for and/or using contractors or part-time workers to address a specific need.
Date: Feb 20, 2023 - -
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Quiet Hiring: Companies give workers incentives to fill in vacancies , redirectCompanies are acquiring new talent without hiring new employees. KCBS Radio's Jade Hernandez breaks down this new trend called "quiet hiring"----but one expert tells her this might be a sign of the economic times.
Date: Feb 16, 2023 - -
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Third Time's the Charm , redirectStepping onto that court for the very first time was everything I imagined it would be.
Date: Feb 14, 2023 - -
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Virginia Tech alumna Ronda Puryear appointed chair of National Apartment Association , redirectWhen Ronda Puryear discovered she was elected as the 2023 chair of the National Apartment Association, she was immediately overcome with emotion.
Date: Feb 01, 2023 - -
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Leadership Academy gives next generation of executives skills to ‘move the needle’ at work , redirectA program from the Virginia Tech Roanoke Center helps midcareer professionals in the Roanoke and New River valleys boost their careers and develop the skills to navigate 21st century challenges and opportunities — all while earning continuing education units from the university.
Date: Jan 20, 2023 - -
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O’Brian Martin advocates for students to help create a culture of belonging , redirectFor many, the years spent in college are a time to unearth passions and interests. But for first-year student O’Brian Martin, not only has he discovered what he is most passionate about, but he also has used his passion to create good, all during his first year at Virginia Tech.
Date: Jan 17, 2023 - -
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Steve Markham honored with emeritus status , redirectSteve Markham, the Digges Family Professor of Entrepreneurial Leadership in the Pamplin College of Business Department of Management at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of Digges Family Professor Emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
Date: Nov 22, 2022 - -
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Sesquicentennial HokieTalk: Creating a Home for All at Virginia Tech , redirectThis HokieTalk will feature faculty who are helping create a home for all at Virginia Tech.
Date: Oct 05, 2022 - -
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States Where Unemployment Claims Are Decreasing the Most , redirectThe U.S. has reduced unemployment from record highs during the COVID-19 pandemic to near record lows.
Date: Aug 04, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Dr. Jeffrey B. Arthur , articleThe management department would like to highlight faculty member Dr. Jeffrey B. Arthur.
Date: Apr 08, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Dirk Buengel , articleThe management department would like to highlight faculty member Dirk Buengel.
Date: Apr 01, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Dr. David Williamson , articleThe management department would like to highlight faculty member Dr. David Williamson.
Date: Mar 25, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – A.K. Ward Bartlett , articleThe Department of Management would like to highlight faculty member A.K Ward Bartlett.
Date: Mar 03, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Andy Travers , articleThe Department of Management would like to highlight faculty member Andy Travers.
Date: Feb 25, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Trey Lewis , articleThe Department of Management would like to highlight faculty member Dr. Trey Lewis.
Date: Feb 18, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Dave Bluey , articleThe Department of Management would like to highlight faculty member Dave Bluey.
Date: Feb 11, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight Series – Eli Jamison , articleThe Department of Management would like to highlight faculty member Eli Jamison. Dr. Jamison is an Assistant Professor of Practice within the department of Management. She received her undergraduate from James Madison University in Cultural Anthropology and her MBA from Vanderbilt University with a concentration in Human Resource Management and Organization Behavior.
Date: Jan 27, 2022 - -
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Faculty Spotlight - Chien-Chi Tseng , articleDr. Chien-Chi Tseng is a Collegiate Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship. He has served as a professor and researcher of Entrepreneurship for over twenty-five years and received his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and Postdoc from the University of Florida. Dr. Tseng won the 2018 International Council for Small Business Global Entrepreneurship Award, the best paper award at the 2014 United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship and was selected as the Featured Diversity Scholar by the National Center for Institutional Diversity at the University of Michigan in 2017.
Date: Dec 03, 2021 - -
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Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Pankaj Kumar , articlePankaj Kumar is an Assistant Professor of Management and teaches courses in strategic management within the management department. Dr. Kumar joined Pamplin in 2018 after completing his Ph.D. in Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship from the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. Dr. Kumar also holds an MBA in Finance and Economics and bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He has received the Virginia Tech Department of Management Faculty Research Excellence Award twice.
Date: Nov 12, 2021 - -
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Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Kimberly A. Carlson , article Date: Oct 29, 2021 - -
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Faculty Spotlight - Dr. Phil Thompson , articlePhil Thompson teaches organization behavior within the management department. He received his PhD in Organizational Behavior from Case Western Reserve University and recently was the recipient of the Department of Management’s Certificate of Teaching Award.
Date: Oct 22, 2021 - -
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Management professor Dave Bluey recognized with one of the highest Favorite Faculty awards for his commitment to and exemplary leadership of service. , articleManagement professor Dave Bluey recognized with one of the highest Favorite Faculty awards for his commitment to and exemplary leadership of service.
Date: Apr 16, 2021 - -
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The business of conservation: Pamplin students experience real-world consulting with help from engineering faculty , redirectIn a management course led by Dirk Buengel, assistant professor of practice in the Pamplin College of Business, business students were able to engage in consulting for an innovative real-world startup with an urgent mission: stopping the illegal timber trade.
Date: Mar 12, 2021 - -
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Linda Tegarden honored with emerita status , redirectLinda Tegarden, associate professor of management in the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of associate professor emerita by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
Date: Jun 15, 2020 - -
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Covid-19 Business Impacts Challenges and Opportunities , article Date: May 29, 2020 - -
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Virtual reception aims to link faculty with professionals in Roanoke , redirect Date: May 27, 2020 - -
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Telework in the time of COVID-19: clear policy helps employees , redirect Date: May 22, 2020 - -
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Congratulations Management Graduates, Class of 2020 , redirectCongratulations Management Graduates, Class of 2020
Date: May 15, 2020 - -
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Business Management students take top prize at the Apex Entrepreneurial Challenge , articleCONGRATULATIONS to Pamplin College of Business MGT students Glenn Feit (‘20), Greg Grande (‘20) and the entire QuickTech Medical new venture team as they were awarded as the TOP TEAM this past weekend at the 2020 Virginia Tech Apex Center for Entrepreneurs Annual Entrepreneurial Challenge. Glenn and Greg are both seniors pursuing a management degree with an option in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology (EIT).
Date: Feb 26, 2020 - -
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Steven Markham named Digges Family Professor , redirect Date: Jan 28, 2020 - -
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For one management professor, research is a family affair , redirect Date: Nov 21, 2019 - -
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Professor Ward Bartlett recognized at the Academy of Management Conference , articleCongratulations to Professor A.K. Ward Bartlett, Assistant Professor, who recently was recognized during the recent AOM conference held in Boston, as the New Representative-at-Large to the Executive Committee of the Gender & Diversity in Organizations Division for the Academy of Management (AOM). In addition, Dr. Ward Bartlett was recognized as a returning board member for Human Resource Management Review, a quarterly academic journal devoted to the publication of scholarly conceptual/theoretical articles pertaining to human resource management and allied fields (e.g. industrial/organizational psychology, human capital, labor relations, organizational behavior).
Date: Sep 03, 2019 - -
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Professor Hunts recognized with numerous awards at Academy of Management , articleCongratulations to Professor Richard Hunt, Assistant Professor, who recently won five different awards from Academy of Management (AOM) during their recent conference held in Boston.
Date: Aug 28, 2019 - -
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Professor Stallkamp wins Best International Dissertation Award , articleCongratulations to Professor Max Stallkamp, Assistant Professor, won recently won the Best International Dissertation Award from Academy of Management (AOM) International Theme Committee Emerald. The dissertation title was: Subnational, regional, digital: Contemporary Perspectives on the Internationalization of Firms.
Date: Aug 16, 2019 - -
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Joint Appointment of Andy Schaudt as Assistant Professor of Practice , articleWilliam Andrew Schaudt (Andy) has received a joint appointment and will serve as an Assistant Professor of Practice. Andy will remain an employee of the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) with a non-tenure-track academic home in the Department of Management.
Date: Aug 13, 2019 - -
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Ron Poff has been hired as a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice , articleRon Poff has been hired as a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice. Ron has been working in the Department of Management as an adjunct faculty for a few years and has done a remarkable job in teaching, and more importantly in our publicity and social media efforts. Ron’s wide ranging experience and expertise as well as passion for social media make him uniquely qualified to teach a variety of courses and contribute to the department in many ways.
Date: Aug 12, 2019 - -
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Students selected to present undergraduate research at ACC Meeting of the Minds Conference , articleSix Virginia Tech undergraduate students were selected to present their research at the 2019 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Meeting of the Minds Conference, held this spring at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky.
Date: Jun 19, 2019 - -
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Virginia Tech expert offers advice for stress-free time away from work , articleAs the summer vacation season arrives, more Americans are finding it increasingly difficult to make time away from the office stress-free and enjoyable. For many, it has become almost impossible to turn off those connections to work, kick back and truly relax.
Date: Jun 18, 2019 - -
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Global Entrepreneur Partnership to host students, faculty from around the globe , articleStudent teams and faculty representing 14 institutions from 12 countries will compete, learn, collaborate, and build networks Aug. 22-31 at the 10th annual Virginia Tech Global Entrepreneur Partnership.
Date: Jun 12, 2019 - -
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Pamplin Management students learn how AI can shape their careers , article“You want to ride the wave rather than getting slammed by its disruption. You don’t want to be Blockbuster Video or Sears, you want to be Netflix or Amazon.”
Date: May 21, 2019 - -
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Management grads share their next steps , articleCohen shared her upcoming career plans as part of the Department of Management’s job placement event, held Tuesday, April 23, and Wednesday, April 24, in the atrium of Pamplin Hall. Management seniors were encouraged to stop by and pose for a photo commemorating their post-graduate employment opportunities, and then share the photo across social media channels. The event acted as something of a “match day” for management graduates.
Date: Apr 29, 2019 - -
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Dirk Buengel has been hired as a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice , articleDirk Buengel has been hired as a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice in the department. Dirk has been teaching two different courses this semester: MGT 3334 and MGT 4084. His wide ranging experience and expertise make him uniquely qualified to teach a variety of courses in the MCA and MHR options and contribute the department in many other ways.
Date: Apr 02, 2019 - -
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20th Annual Pamplin Leadership Conference , articleOn Saturday, January 26, the Pamplin Leadership Development Team hosted the 20th Annual Pamplin Leadership Conference
Date: Feb 06, 2019 - -
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Meet a Management Major , articleGreat video testimonial from our own Cadet Jack Holland, a management and finance major, who reminds us all about the power of being positive when we are faced with challenges.
Date: Jan 31, 2019 - -
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2018 Year in Review , article Date: Dec 31, 2018 - -
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New study finds employee incentives can lead to unethical behavior in the workplace , articleConsidering end-of-year bonuses for your employees? Supervisors be forewarned, a new study finds that while incentive rewards can help motivate and increase employee performance it can also lead to unethical behavior in the workplace.
Date: Dec 12, 2018 - -
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Class of 2018: Navy retiree pursues degrees for a new career and a bigger management role , redirectOver the course of more than three decades as a civilian employee at the Navy Safety Center, Bryan Davis, of Chesapeake, Virginia, honed many technical skills in data analytics, data mining, and database design, in addition to gaining a wide range of administrative experience.
Date: Dec 11, 2018 - -
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Dave Bluey has joined the Department of Management as Assistant Professor of Practice , articleDave Bluey has joined the department as full-time Assistant Professor of Practice. In addition to teaching, Dave will serve as the Career Advisor for management majors. In that role, he will explore and pursue career opportunities for management students and develop programs to engage students and recruiters.
Date: Nov 27, 2018 - -
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Student Entrepreneur Works to Help Others Keep College Debt to a Minimum , redirectDanville Virginia native Danielle Jeffers’ journey as an entrepreneur began as many others do—with a personal experience that opens one’s eyes to identify a need that can be filled or solved with a business idea. Jeffers experienced just that and the soon to be VA Tech graduate is now a young business owner who travels to speak in local communities.
Date: Nov 27, 2018 - -
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Student consultants develop key skills while helping businesses , articleWhat began about 10 years ago as a student club with a few members has transformed into the Consulting Group at Virginia Tech, giving students opportunities to develop or hone important professional skills while in college and providing businesses and organizations around Virginia with pro bono consulting services.
Date: Nov 26, 2018 -
