Metropolitan State University of Denver College of Business

? Student Spotlight ? We’re excited to highlight Katie Scott, an MPAcc student who was featured in the Internal Auditor Magazine! ?? Katie shares her passion for internal auditing, emphasizing the dynamic nature of the profession and the opportunity to continuously learn about different areas of an organization. After seven years in sales, she was drawn to a career that offers variety and growth—qualities she sees in internal audit. She also sheds light on how emerging technologies like AI are reshaping the field, urging students to stay ahead by understanding new technologies and their associated risks. To attract more young professionals, Katie believes internal auditing needs more visibility in accounting programs and emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, career advancement opportunities, and a positive workplace culture. Congratulations, Katie, on this well-deserved recognition! ?? Your insights are inspiring the next generation of auditors. ?? Read more about Katie’s journey and thoughts in Internal Auditor Magazine! The picture below is from the Internal Auditor Magazine article.

We are so proud of our Sales Students!! ?? Our sales program has been named one of the “Top Universities for Professional Sales Education” by the Sales Education Foundation for a reason! We prepare students for sales careers through real world selling experience, role plays, interviews, networking events, national competitions, and other events for students and sales professionals. ?? Here’s to the next generation of sales leaders! ???

???We have an announcement! ?? Adam Melnick has been named the Kemper Family Endowed Chair of Entrepreneurship and Director of the MSU Denver Center for Entrepreneurship!! ?? Adam brings entrepreneurial enthusiasm to MSU Denver, along with his passion for teaching, coaching, and relationship building. He co-founded Conscious Capitalism Colorado, helped launch Legal Entrepreneurs for Justice, and served as Senior Entrepreneurship Officer at Colorado Lending Source. He gives back to the community by serving on the board of Bluestar Recyclers. Adam says, "Serving our students is a profound joy and taking on this role is the greatest honor of my career. I'm thrilled for the opportunity to continue helping our students launch businesses, create jobs, and uplift our community." ?? MSU Denver’s Center for Entrepreneurship has three guiding principles: ?? To provide an outstanding education to our students that prepares them to launch businesses ?? To provide resources to the community that increase economic development by supporting entrepreneurs ?? To increase access to entrepreneurship education across all university disciplines Help us help our students launch and grow their businesses today by donating to the Center for Entrepreneurship on MSU Day of Giving: https://lnkd.in/gbWhbU2b

Even if you’re not a crypto expert, recent IRS actions might still affect you. As Bitcoin and other digital currencies rise in popularity, new regulations are changing how crypto transactions are taxed and tracked. MSU Denver Economics Professor Alex Padilla breaks down what’s happening and why it matters—even for those who don’t actively trade. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gY7cimmU

?? Student Spotlight: Tyler Bernstein ?? Meet Tyler Bernstein, a Management student at MSU Denver gaining real-world experience in international business and retail. Tyler works at Ted’s Clothiers, a family-owned Denver staple, where an MSU Denver alum sponsored him to attend World Trade Day—an event that led to his internship at Trinidad Benham Corporation. There, he’s honing his skills in supply chain management, market analysis, and global trade. ?? “My internship has been an incredible opportunity to apply what I’ve learned at MSU Denver in the real world.” -Tyler Bernstein Beyond his internship, Tyler is preparing to launch a vintage designer jewelry store in South Denver, with plans for a Spring 2026 grand opening. Tyler’s journey is a testament to the power of mentorship, hands-on learning, and entrepreneurship! Way to go, Tyler! ??

Incredible growth! We are proud to see the MBA program thriving as we continue to innovate business education. A 289% increase since 2017 speaks volumes about the program’s flexibility, industry relevance, and strong community. To all our MBA students—current and future—your ambition drives this success. Keep pushing boundaries, making an impact, and shaping the future of business! ?? ??

Join us tomorrow at 4:30 pm in Admin 260C for a Women in Real Estate panel hosted by the MSU Denver Real Estate Club. Hope to see you there! #Denver #RealEstate #WomenInRealEstate #MSUDenver Metropolitan State University of Denver Metropolitan State University of Denver College of Business Jeff Peshut Isaac Ramirez

??? Looking for your next job or internship? ??? Join us at the Spring Job & Internship Fair – the largest recruiting event of the semester! Connect with top employers, explore career opportunities, and get a free professional headshot to level up your LinkedIn profile! ???? ?? Thursday, March 6th ? 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ?? Tivoli Turnhalle ?? Scan the QR code for more info! Don’t miss out on this chance to jumpstart your career. ??

Another successful Connect Week at MSU Denver College of Business! ?? Last week, we created an incredible opportunity for students to connect with faculty, access valuable College of Business resources, and enjoy some great food along the way!???? A special shoutout to: ? 27 faculty members who donated their time (and food!) to support our students. ? 55 boxes of donuts (660 total!)—because nothing brings people together like food! ? 1,200+ interactions with students and community members throughout the event! Thank you to everyone who made this event such a success! ?? We’re building a stronger, more connected College of Business—one conversation (and one donut) at a time. ????

The future of marketing is here! We are thrilled to see our Marketing students pushing the boundaries of creativity with AI! ???? By combining cutting-edge AI tools like AItubo, AI Gemini, and DALL-E with strategic marketing insights, they’re gaining invaluable hands-on experience in brand storytelling, consumer engagement, and visual innovation. ?? Kudos to the Department of Marketing for leading the way! We can’t wait to see how these students apply their skills to shape the future of the industry.???