Quinnipiac University

BS in Computer Information Systems Experiential Learning

Experiential learning at Quinnipiac offers multiple opportunities to apply your knowledge through hands-on work, service and exploration, preparing you for success in 21st-century careers. With an abundance of resources, internship opportunities and career-focused guidance, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge that distinguish you to employers and pave the way for long-term success.

Helping local small businesses

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CIS 4 Good, a capstone course for those enrolled in the computer information systems program, allows students to apply their knowledge and skills through free IT consulting for small businesses and nonprofit organizations.

The course led by Guido Lang, professor of business analytics and information systems, offered each spring, enables computer information systems students to positively impact the community through a semester-long educational initiative. The course aims to advance the public good by providing real-world learning opportunities for students enrolled.

To be successful with their projects, student work individually in teams to integrate what they have learned from previous CIS courses to understand and address their clients’ IT needs and problems.

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School of Business student competitions

Working with fellow students, you will test your skills and knowledge among the nation's best. As part of our business program, you'll have the opportunity to compete in the most prestigious business school competitions in the United States.

  • American Marketing Association (AMA) competitions
  • Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) competition
  • ENACTUS National Competition
  • FED Research Challenge
  • Media Innovation Collaborative (MIC) Project
  • National Student Advertising Competition
  • Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition (NISC)
  • NYSSA Challenge (New York Society of Securities Analysts)
  • Quinnipiac App Development Hack-a-thon
  • Rotman Financial Trading Competition
  • Start-up Weekends (Connecticut)
  • Travelers IT Case Competition
  • Regional, state and national business plan competitions

Real-World Experience

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Unique experiential learning opportunities

In addition to a well of internships, the School of Business offers a number of other unique opportunities outside of the classroom to put your knowledge and skills to use and help you kickstart your career. You can:

Business students get in the GAME

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Quinnipiac GAME Forum

What’s the name of the game? Getting hands-on experience that translates into real-world success. Each year, 40 or so Quinnipiac business students play an integral role in organizing the annual GAME Forum, a three-day conference held in New York City that brings together the sharpest minds in the finance world. This engaging event — the largest, student-run financial conference in the world — draws more than 1,200 students and faculty from more than 150 colleges and universities. GAME Forum participants hear 140 high-level speakers sound off on everything from investment strategies to the role of social media in the stock market.

QU students, who act as hosts at the event, have the chance to get up close and personal with these finance superstars by participating in Q&A sessions, and attending breakout discussions and workshops on everything from investing to career development.

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A Foundation for Your Future

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150+ Internships

The School of Business helps students find internships at more than 150 companies and organizations in Connecticut, New York and across the country.

#1 in the United States

#1 Best Employment Rate

For the fifth year in a row, the career site Zippia ranked Quinnipiac as the best college in the nation for employment 10 years after graduation.

73% Hands-On Experience

Percentage of seniors who participated in at least one internship during their time at Quinnipiac.

Career-Building Resources

Job Market Trends

Quinnipiac students excel as interns, new hires, managers and executives in almost every industry. Gather real-world data about starting salaries, hiring trends and in-demand skills to inform your decision-making and put you on a path to success. 

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Design your career path

With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the School of Business support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.

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Career and Experiential Learning Lab

iQ, Quinnipiac University’s holistic approach to career development and experiential learning, surrounds every individual with a personalized plan that maximizes their time at Quinnipiac. The powerhouse of iQ, our Career and Experiential Learning Lab is the physical space where students and advisers bridge the gap between college and career. 

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