Outcomes

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Erik Brust

Internships & Outcomes

Erik Brust ‘14 – CEO, Jonny Pops, speaking to BUS 268:Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship class

Internships

To complete the Business and Management Studies concentration, students must complete an internship or significant work experience. We work closely with the Piper Center for Vocation and Career to ensure every student, no matter what their major is and what their area of interest is, is able to get an internship.
Northfield Wifi
  • These can be credit bearing (academic internship) or not.
  • Funding is available for unpaid or underpaid internships.
  • Our internship database  includes over 1400 internships submitted by graduating seniors from the past five years and shows the diversity of available internship opportunities for current students.
  • The college provides a number of unique St. Olaf internship programs that are great preparation for students interested in business in the future.

photo: Students working with Northfield Wifi on a Strategic Marketing plan, Fall 2024 in BUS 250: Marketing.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Students in the programs demonstrate:

  1. An understanding of the major functional disciplines: management, marketing, finance, and accounting.
  2. Competency in business writing and presentation skills.
  3. An understanding of ethical practices in organizations.
  4. The ability to use different methodologies for recognizing, analyzing, and solving problems in an organizational context (critical thinking).
  5. The ability to work effectively in teams to accomplish organizational goals.
  6. The ability to articulate the connection between their Management Studies Concentration and overall St. Olaf education to their vocational goals.
Concentration and Emphasis

Testimonials from Oles in Action

Brenden Ravndal ’26
Management Studies
“I am beyond thankful for the Finance Fast-Track and the opportunities that have sprouted from it. Not only was I able to explore my interest in finance immediately at St. Olaf through the accelerated course track, I was able to take the Wall Street Prep Financial & Valuation Modeling Certificate Program my freshman summer, giving me the edge needed to break into an Investment banking internship the spring of my sophomore year. This has set me up for a career in high finance while still enjoying the liberal arts college experience.”

 

Eileen O’Donoghue ’13 / CEO, Under Your Skin
Organizational Communication Individual Major & Management Studies
“Pairing the Business and Management Studies program with St. Olaf’s liberal arts education gave me the ability to adapt quickly, ask the right questions, and make an impact—no matter the industry or challenge. The blend of strategic thinking and interdisciplinary learning has been a powerful foundation as I’ve navigated roles across different states and countries on my path to leadership”

Justin Volling ’12
Business & Management Studies / Family Studies
“Studying Business & Management at St. Olaf was a transformative experience. The incredible professors, several of whom I still collaborate with today, provided mentorship and real-world insights that shaped my approach to leadership and strategy. The program’s strong network and hands-on learning opportunities equipped me with the skills and connections needed to thrive in the business world. St. Olaf’s commitment to practical, experiential learning made all the difference in my journey as a young professional and entrepreneur”