Business Career Center

Advance Your Career with the College of Business Career Center

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At the University of Michigan-Dearborn, the College of Business is dedicated to supporting your career development at every stage. As a student or alum, you have lifelong access to comprehensive career services designed to help you achieve your professional goals. No matter where you are in your career journey, you can count on the Business Career Center to help you enhance your prospects and prepare for challenging, rewarding opportunities.

Services Available to All College of Business Students and Alumni

  • Academic and career advising for all College of Business students, including Pre-Business, Bachelor of Business Administration, graduate students, and alumni
  • Major and career exploration and counseling
  • Internship and job search strategies
  • Individual interview preparation and mock interview programs
  • Employer recruiting and networking events
  • Resume and cover letter reviews
  • Mentoring and career coaching referrals
  • Informational interviews and job shadowing opportunities

Employment Outcomes

Career outcomes for August and December 2024 and April 2025 graduates, based on data collected for 95% of graduates. Read the full report. 

98.5%

Employed or in Graduate School Within 6 Months of Graduation

Recent graduate outcomes are strong: 75.4% secured full-time employment, 13.4% obtained part-time positions, and 9.7% enrolled in graduate school shortly after graduation.

$71,307

Average First-Year Total Compensation

Our graduates earn an average full-time starting salary of $66,117 in their first year, providing a strong financial foundation for long-term career success.

90.3%

Gained Professional Experience While in School

59.7% of students completed an internship during their studies, averaging 1.6 internships each, while 30.6% gained professional employment experience before graduation.

92.4%

Remained in Michigan After Graduation

Nearly all of our graduates choose to begin their careers in Michigan—contributing to the state's economy and workforce growth.

Why Connect with the Business Career Center?

  • 96 percent of employers plan to hire students with internship experience
  • 61 percent of students who complete an internship receive a job offer during their final semester
  • Most employer internship programs are designed to recruit new hires

Get Started Today

For general information, visit the Business Career Center in Fairlane Center South Suite 146-A. Look for the large Business Career Center sign in the hallway.

To schedule an appointment, log in to My UM-Dearborn and select the COB Students' Success Team through your student portal.

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Career Services

UM-Dearborn Career Services offers campus-wide support, including one-on-one advising, resume feedback, job fairs, and access to career tools. These resources complement the business-specific guidance provided by the Business Career Center.

Business Career Center

Location

146-A - Fairlane Center South
19000 Hubbard Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126
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Office Hours - Friday Remote

Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed

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