Welcome to the Coles College of Business Events Calendar! Here, you will find a comprehensive listing of all the upcoming events and activities happening within our community. Our calendar is designed to keep you informed about the latest opportunities to learn, connect, and grow in your business education and career.
From workshops and seminars to guest lectures and networking events, our calendar is your go-to source for all the happenings at the Coles College of Business. Whether you are a student, faculty member, alumni, or business professional, we have something for everyone.
Be sure to check back often as our calendar is regularly updated each month and throughout the semester. You can also filter events by category, date, and location to find the events that best suit your interests and schedule.
May 2025
The Coles Executive MBA integrates executive-level business tools across broad management platforms enabling its graduates to make confident strategic decisions. Our program combines the business acumen you are looking for and the leadership and professional skills you need to get ahead. Attend an information session today to gain more insight into why Coles College of Business has one of the top 10 EMBA programs in the nation!
Get to know the Executive MBA Advantage before you choose KSU for your EMBA school experience!
This session will be an introduction to the Coles College of Business Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI) program. The event will take place via Microsoft Teams, and you will receive an emailed link to join the
event approximately 10 minutes before the start time.
The Coles Executive MBA integrates executive-level business tools across broad management platforms enabling its graduates to make confident strategic decisions. Our program combines the business acumen you are looking for and the leadership and professional skills you need to get ahead. Attend an information session today to gain more insight into why Coles College of Business has one of the top 10 EMBA programs in the nation!
Get to know the Executive MBA Advantage before you choose KSU for your EMBA school experience!
In this workshop, of will explore the essential competencies for developing a strong management team that fuels business growth and long-term success. A well-developed leadership team is the backbone of a thriving company, ensuring stability, innovation, and scalability.
We’ll begin by defining the key roles that are critical to your company’s success and identifying the leadership qualities necessary for each position to drive performance and strategic execution.
Next, we’ll assess your current management team, pinpointing strengths and areas for development. This evaluation will uncover skill and competency gaps that need to be closed to assure your company’s ability to scale and execute its vision effectively.
With these insights, you’ll develop a targeted leadership development plan, combining company-wide initiatives with individualized coaching strategies. We’ll also build a succession matrix to map out key roles, assess current role occupants, identify future leaders, and outline the skills required for each position. This structured approach leads to a strong management team that will ensure your business remains resilient, adaptable, and prepared for sustainable growth.
By investing in leadership development and succession planning, you’ll create a management team capable of scaling your business and insuring a strong foundation for long-term success.
This session will be an introduction to the Coles College of Business Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI) program. The event will take place via Microsoft Teams, and you will receive an emailed link to join the
event approximately 10 minutes before the start time.
ESOPs – A Tax Advantage Ownership Transition Strategy for Family Businesses
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) can be a powerful tool for family businesses looking to ensure a smooth transition of ownership, strengthen employee loyalty, and preserve the family legacy. ESOPs foster growth by incentivizing employees, preserving the family legacy by keeping ownership within the company, and helping ease family transitions by offering an organized method for ownership change.
While it provides tax advantages and facilitates succession planning, it requires careful planning and communication to ensure its successful implementation. When done right, an ESOP can help secure both the future of the company and the financial well-being of both family members and employees.
Join of and learn how ESOPs can be a valuable tool for family-owned businesses including:
The Coles Executive MBA integrates executive-level business tools across broad management platforms enabling its graduates to make confident strategic decisions. Our program combines the business acumen you are looking for and the leadership and professional skills you need to get ahead. Attend an information session today to gain more insight into why Coles College of Business has one of the top 10 EMBA programs in the nation!
Get to know the Executive MBA Advantage before you choose KSU for your EMBA school experience!
June 2025
Struggling with unpredictable sales? You’re not alone. In this interactive workshop, you’ll take a Sales Agility Assessment to uncover key growth opportunities in your sales strategy, process, and metrics. Learn how to build a sustainable, repeatable sales system that drives results. Plus, get an introduction to AI-powered sales tools that can help you scale faster.
Led by , Founder & President of Sales Growth Imagination, this session is designed for business owners, CEOs, and sales leaders who want to turn sales growth into a science, not a guessing game. Walk away with actionable insights, free resources, and a clear path to predictable sales success.
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Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
This session will be an introduction to the Coles College of Business Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI) program. The event will take place via Microsoft Teams, and you will receive an emailed link to join the
event approximately 10 minutes before the start time.
The Coles Executive MBA integrates executive-level business tools across broad management platforms enabling its graduates to make confident strategic decisions. Our program combines the business acumen you are looking for and the leadership and professional skills you need to get ahead. Attend an information session today to gain more insight into why Coles College of Business has one of the top 10 EMBA programs in the nation!
Get to know the Executive MBA Advantage before you choose KSU for your EMBA school experience!
This session will be an introduction to the Coles College of Business Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI) program. The event will take place via Microsoft Teams, and you will receive an emailed link to join the
event approximately 10 minutes before the start time.
The Coles Executive MBA integrates executive-level business tools across broad management platforms enabling its graduates to make confident strategic decisions. Our program combines the business acumen you are looking for and the leadership and professional skills you need to get ahead. Attend an information session today to gain more insight into why Coles College of Business has one of the top 10 EMBA programs in the nation!
Get to know the Executive MBA Advantage before you choose KSU for your EMBA school experience!
July 2025
This session will be an introduction to the Coles College of Business Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI) program. The event will take place via Microsoft Teams, and you will receive an emailed link to join the
event approximately 10 minutes before the start time.
August 2025
September 2025
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
October 2025
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
November 2025
December 2025
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
January 2026
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
Join us for an upcoming virtual information session to learn about the Ph.D. Program at Coles College of Business.
Our program focuses on concentrations in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, Marketing, and Risk and Decision Analytics each student receives a personalized Ph.D. program experience to excel
We encourage you to attend an information session before applying. The material provided during these sessions, as well as the ability to meet and interact with Program leadership, will enable you to make a more informed decision.
February 2026
March 2026
April 2026