Business Sustainability & Nonprofit Management option

What is business sustainability & nonprofit management?

Business sustainability focuses on the well-being of people and the planet while conducting business in a profitable way. Sustainable businesses pursue market solutions that push them ahead of the competition or help them to enter new markets with products better suited for long-term growth. By studying nonprofit management, you will obtain knowledge in topics like managing a blended workforce of paid staff and volunteers, public image, accountability and measures of success.

Why business sustainability & nonprofit management at OSU?

Pursuing the business sustainability & nonprofit management option as part of your management major at OSU will prepare you to navigate the challenges of avoiding harm to society and the environment. You will be exposed to business opportunities that serve the bottom line of profits, society and the environment. Students will gain skills and knowledge about the non-profit sector that will prepare them to enter the sector as professionals or board members.

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Career paths

There are many paths in this industry. Many are similar to those of other business majors. Potential jobs include:

Administrator for non-profit organizations
Advocacy director
Business office supervisor
Energy consultant
Sustainability specialist

Campaign manager
Chief Association Executive
Insurance broker
PR specialist
Climate change analyst

$2.2Min scholarships

awarded annually to Spears Business undergraduate students.

Highlights

The Center for Sustainable Business and Nonprofit Management

The Spears School of Business provides support for students through the Center for Sustainable Business and Nonprofit Management. Students will learn strategies that help companies pursue financial profitability, ecological integrity and social equity while connecting with faculty.

Eastin Center for Career Readiness

Through the Eastin Center, OSU supports students’ professional growth from awareness to knowledge acquisition, practice and ultimately successful implementation.