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Even as an extrovert, Sarah Pieper attests that ProSales has pushed her outside of her comfort zone as students are encouraged, even required, to connect with peers and executives.

When faced with challenges, retired Army Capt. Kerry McNair learned early on that if he gave his best efforts, even adversity could present opportunity. It was true when he attended West Point and it is true today, as he helps companies deal with the fallout of a global pandemic.

Hunter Nessen places value on interacting with people. Knowing how important it is to be intentional with your words and actions, Hunter has learned to apply this intentionality about what he says and does outside of the classroom and with his ProSales peers.

KWBU (NPR): Professor of management, Dawn Carlson, is interviewed about her research that looks at how work can affect home life.

Wallet Hub: William Reichenstein, professor of finance, offers tips for investors about sectors that are expected to grow in the coming years.

Choosing the right MBA program format can be challenging. Here are the top things you need to know about earning your MBA degree online.

Choosing the right MBA program format can be challenging. Here are the top things you need to know about earning your MBA degree online.

Baylor took the 1st place team finish at the 2021 Challenger Sales Institute (CSI) competition, hosted by the University of Central Oklahoma. Student teams from nine universities participated in this competition involving three events: a sales management/ethics case competition, sales role play, and speed sell.

Haley is passionate about meeting new people and she has loved how ProSales fuels this passion.

COVID-19: An Army Brigade Approach to Tracking, Management, and Treatment of Soldiers, US Army 18th Military Police Brigade ABSTRACT As SARS-CoV-2 spread throughout the world military units had to develop ways of combatting risk to ensure force health protection and deployability of their soldiers. Medical functions were impacted and solutions need-ed to be found in order to incorporate these items as functioning medical platforms. In the following article, we address one unit’s individual response to the difficulties faced as a Military Police Brigade in Europe. Lessons learned from the initial wave of COVID-19 across medical operations, medical readiness, virtual health, and behavioral health initiatives can be utilized for better planning and response in the future.

Oso Launch, a cohort of student entrepreneurs in the Hankamer School of Business, supports students in building "their ventures together through mentorship, networking, business planning and practical entrepreneurship exercises."

The Baugh Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise has announced its top 10 finalists for the 10th annual New Venture Competition, a business plan and elevator pitch competition for collegiate entrepreneurs around the world held virtually March 26.

Baylor took home a 6th place finish from the University of Toledo Invitational Sales Competition (UTISC). Sales teams from 33 universities participated in this competition which showcases junior- and sophomore-level talent.

ABSTRACT | Digital transformation is fundamentally changing the business landscape. It is also affecting the roles of top managers within firms. Our survey of more than 160 senior managers in Europe suggests that digitalization, rather than encouraging more decentralized forms of management, will lead to an expanded role for headquarters and further empowerment of top managers. While acknowledging the benefits of the digital transformation, in this Executive Digest we identify five key challenges for newly empowered top managers and offer solutions for these digitalization traps.

Wyatt Myers’ journey to ProSales is a unique one. He is passionate about his family and the ability to give back to those who have sacrificed for him.

Baylor student and Oso Launch participant, Haidyn Chudy, makes her mark with a jewelry business.

In the past century, standardized testing has become a topic of educational and philosophical debate for exam administrators and prospective students alike. One thing is for certain: the pandemic has shifted the model for standardized testing and preparation.

In the past century, standardized testing has become a topic of educational and philosophical debate for exam administrators and prospective students alike. One thing is for certain: the pandemic has shifted the model for standardized testing and preparation.

A sit-down conversation with local business owner Jackson Wren of Nightlight Donuts as part of the Confessions of an Entrepreneur | Ask the Entrepreneur series.

Baylor's Center for Professional Selling revealed the final results of the Baylor Business Selling Outside (BBSO) competition on February 12 in a countdown style Zoom meeting with over 100 participating students, faculty and executives.

A sit-down conversation with local business owner Jackson Wren of Nightlight Donuts. Baylor ENT: Finish this sentence -- for me, entrepreneurship means... Jackson Wren: Adventure with purpose.

Baylor’s Center for Professional Selling revealed the final results of the Baylor Business Selling Outside (BBSO) competition on February 12 in a count-down style Zoom meeting with over 100 participating students, faculty and executives.

Maddie McKenzie is a people-person at heart and passionate about helping others. Her compassion for others has been evident during her time in ProSales where she made some of her greatest friendships.

Forbes: Included in this article is a reference to a study by management professor Kaylee Hackney who researched the link between mothers on maternity leave and gender discrimination in the workplace.

Blake Matthews’ philosophy is to always put his best foot forward. He strives to do and be his best in all situations, from completing an assignment to having an intentional conversation.

The editorial website CO speaks with associate director for the Baugh Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise, Shaun Limbers.

The editorial website CO speaks with associate director for the Baugh Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise, Shaun Limbers.

Baptist News Global: Stacie Petter, professor of information systems and business analytics, has earned a nearly $250,000 planning grant from the National Science Foundation to provide law enforcement a technological edge in combatting human trafficking.

In the new year, pastimes like writing and reading return for many eager and intellectually hungry students. If you are looking to start your year off strong with books about business and leadership, take a look at our top ten best books for MBA students.

Venturing Out talks with student-business owner and Oso Launch participant, Ellie Meinershagen.

A team of MBA-Healthcare candidates represented Baylor at Trinity University's Healthcare PRISm Pitch Competition in January, bringing home "Best in Category" and "Best in Show" awards with their hospital price/quality patient empowerment tool, Lantern Health.

Early on in Meredith Kirkland’s academic career, she was told that she would never be as good as her peers. She decided to prove those individuals wrong by working hard and maintaining an ever-positive attitude.

Baylor Connections: Peter Klein, the W. W. Caruth Chair and professor of entrepreneurship, shares his thoughts on the impact of COVID-19 on business leaders and how the entrepreneurship department has established itself as a top 10 national program.

In this Baylor Connections, Klein examines the entrepreneurial mindset in a variety of settings, considers the impact of COVID-19 on business leaders, and shares how Baylor Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation has established itself as a top national program.

Waco Tribune-Herald: The National Science Foundation has funded the efforts of Stacie Petter, information systems and business analytics professor, who studies how technology plays a role in human trafficking and how law enforcement can fight it.

Ladders: Covered in this article are recent findings from a study by management professor Matt Quade who found that managers without morals can lead employees' to engage in unethical behavior.

Waco Tribune-Herald: Marketing professor Tyrha Lindsey-Warren is the founder of the Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival and is quoted about the return of the annual festival.

For the 12th straight year, Baylor's undergraduate entrepreneurship program is a consensus top-10 national pick in the field.

Baylor ranked 47th nationally among Best Colleges for Veterans in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings — second among Big 12 Conference schools and in Texas — due, in part, to the program known as VETS (Veteran Educational and Transition Services).

More than four decades ago, Baylor became one of the nation’s first universities to establish an entrepreneurship center. It quickly became the focal point for entrepreneurial development at Baylor, building new curriculum, conducting research and acquiring additional resources.

Dallas Business Journal: Shane Underwood, chair and professor of finance, insurance and real estate, is quoted in this article about GameStop and the challenges it faces.

More than four decades ago, Baylor became one of the nation’s first universities to establish an entrepreneurship center. It quickly became the focal point for entrepreneurial development at Baylor, building new curriculum, conducting research and acquiring additional resources.

RiverBender: Stacie Petter, professor of information systems and business analytics, is joined by Baylor alumna Lauren Giddens from Southern Illinois University to form an interdisciplinary team that will use a $250,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to propose solutions and training to law enforcement in the fight against human trafficking.

During Preston Hodges’ summers, he competes in long-range rifle shooting that involves hitting the target and constructing the bullet itself, a painstaking process that requires dedication and steadfastness.

Phys.org: Covered in this piece is the findings of a study by management professor Matt Quade who found that managers without morals can decrease moral courage amongst employees.

Baylor University's online graduate program that leads to a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree continues to move up in the latest U.S. News 2021 Best Online Programs rankings released today.

Baylor University's online graduate program that leads to a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree continues to move up in the latest U.S. News 2021 Best Online Programs rankings released today.

In this Baylor Connections, Stacie Petter discusses information systems' role in the fight against human trafficking and slavery.

Austin Greene’s desire to learn led him to triple major in ProSales, Entrepreneurship and International Business. He wants to be as knowledgeable as possible in order to help others.

Baylor's nationally recognized Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation prepares tomorrow's business leaders.

Baylor's nationally recognized Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation prepares tomorrow's business leaders.

Current and upcoming economic issues will be in the spotlight as the Global Business Forum returns this spring. This year's forum, which will be co-presented by Baylor University and the World Affairs Council of Dallas and Fort Worth, will feature a series of Zoom webinars focused on "Economic Issues for the Next Decade."

Dr. Gabriella Cacciotti joins the Baylor Entrepreneurship Department as an Assistant Professor.

Whitney Johnson transferred to Baylor her sophomore year and became quickly involved in the clubs and activities that would enable her growth as a future business professional.

Baylor's Hankamer School of Business hosted a virtual seminar on Thursday, Dec. 10, to inform professors about ways to identify and obtain external research grants.

For Abby Haan, each day holds new opportunities to learn and to grow in knowledge, skills and abilities and her faith.

The Sales Education Foundation (SEF)’s Barbara Giamanco Memorial Scholarship Committee selected Abby Haan and Rebeka Shols for their 2020-2021 scholarship. Applicants for this scholarship must be female students enrolled in the study of Professional Selling, where the awards committee expressed particular interest in U.S. students who have completed two sales courses, competed in a sales competition, and participated in a sales club.

Cited in this article as an expert is professor of finance Franklin Potts who offers advice for Texas drivers on finding affordable car insurance.

One of Dillon Fontaine’s biggest passions is history. History is the story of our past -- our achievements and our failures. If we take advantage of the context that history offers, we can learn a great deal.

Business students create a place, the place, where students take control of their own dreams.

Waco, Baylor Entrepreneurship and local small businesses create the perfect trifecta that makes Waco a really cool town.

Baylor grad’s entrepreneurial journey begins by asking, “How hard could it be?”.

Entrepreneurship Department’s Oso Launch programming helps student business owners turn passion and dreams into reality.

Senior Entrepreneurship student is awarded the 20-21 Drayton McLane Scholarship.

Entrepreneurship student turns an inconvenience into an opportunity.

Senior Entrepreneurship student is recognized as the 2020 Outstanding Student in Entrepreneurship.

Senior Entrepreneurship student is recognized as the 2019 Outstanding Student in Entrepreneurship.

Baylor student discovers that pocket change is actually priceless. 

Baylor grad didn’t choose photography. It chose him.

Baylor students put “had-to-be” thinking to work.

Baylor grad committed to use her entrepreneurial journey to empower women.

Baylor grad proves you can still have fun while working hard on a side hustle.

Baylor grads take a nontraditional path to entrepreneurship with a resolve to make an impact by humbly serving.

Baylor grad leaps from the dog-eat-dog corporate world to doggy daycare.

Baylor grad returns to Waco to live out his college dream.

Baylor grad chases entrepreneurial dream with a “go big or go home” motto.