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"Economics by definition is often times associated with business concerning the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services but that definition doesn't do enough justice to the impact it has. More informally, Economics is a social science that analyzes societies as a whole and the actions or choices that the various agents make within said society. Economics taught me to be a critical thinker, but more importantly, a critical thinker that can understand context and nuance."

"An economics major provides the framework to build a career in any quantitative field. The entire program constantly asks you to not just question “why?” but to review all aspects of a given issue and apply data backed analysis to answer real life questions. Every day as a financial analyst involves being presented with a business problem and asks how to solve it through quantitative reasoning. In any job, it is imperative to understand what incentivizes and motivates coworkers and to understand their thinking.

"A degree in entrepreneurship was extremely important to my success. It taught me how to be a savvy generalist in business, which allowed me to work across our entire organization rather than in a particular silo. The salesmanship, public speaking and problem solving skills I learned as an entrepreneurship major were, and still are, critical to my success."

"The Entrepreneurship program at Kent State is really outstanding because of how hands-on the classes are. I would’ve never been so confident in my abilities to run a business in the ‘real world’ without it!” 

"5X���� made a profound impact on my life while I attended. As an alum, it has been a phenomenal pleasure to be a part of the Sales Program since its inception. I have gained both personally and professionally from this involvement. The impact, knowledge and skillset this program is giving to the students in the world of Professional Sales are assets these students will be able to utilize for the rest of their lives.

"I love to hire Kent State Univeristy sales students because I know that they are dedicated and hardworking. As a former Golden Flash, I understand the preparation and dedication the professors and advisors put into each student to prepare them for their careers. When I bring on a student from Kent State, specifically in sales, I know they are going to be a great addition to our team. What the faculty does for the students in the College of Business is unmatched and it makes the students better prepared for their post graduate careers than most.”

"The Entrepreneurship program at 5X���� helped me not only start a successful business but outshine others while competing for a position at companies. I have worked for a Fortune 500 Company, a Top 100 Dealership in the USA and large manufacturers all because I could think outside the norm and bring a different perspective to the table. The entrepreneurship program allowed me to learn with hands-on experience from professors who have built successful businesses."

"Choosing to major in Entrepreneurship at 5X���� was a life changer. All of the professors have real world experience and prepare you for life after graduation. Whether you want to start your own business or help an existing business grow, this program will set you up for success."