Chamber Chat: CSUSM executive program mentors students

The College of Business Administration Executives in Residence program connects business professionals with students; strengthens business community

As the largest general business membership organization in north San Diego County, I feel very blessed that we have a great public business college in our backyard. Of course, I am speaking of California State University San Marcos. Their College of Business Administration (CoBA) is an exceptional resource for the North County business community.

Their undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs empower students to advance in their careers, whether just starting out, advancing through leadership, or building the next great company. Their graduates serve the workforce needs of North County and their skill and drive help fuel the local and global economy. One of the aspects I respect the most is that CoBA works closely with our business, nonprofit, and community partners.

That brings me to a valuable aspect of CoBA, which is called Executives in Residence (EIR). EIR’s are local business professionals, retired or still working, who interface directly with CoBA students.

How does this program work, you may ask? All CoBA students, regardless of their major, must participate in Business 300 (BUS 300), a class that helps students develop the practical skills needed to land a job and advance a career.