CSUN David Nazarian College of Business and Economics

04/25/2025

Congratulations to the first place winner of the 10th Annual Jeff Marine Bull Ring New Venture Competition — Team CoVolta!

Tim Attewell, Laura Attewell, and Vedi Vartani impressed the judges with their innovative business venture, entrepreneurial spirit and standout presentation. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for this incredible team!

04/24/2025

🚀 Meet the minds behind ChronoFlow—one of this year’s top Bull Ring finalists! 🙌 This powerhouse team of CSUN students is building an AI-powered platform that’s set to revolutionize how organizations manage work. The team consists of computer science majors Timothy Tracy, Ashot Gharibyan, Robert Paronyan and Karen Shirvanyan, a double major in finance and computer science.

From coding and backend to outreach and design, this crew has mastered the art of collaboration—and their chemistry shows in everything they do 💡✨

🎤 Want to see them pitch their game-changing idea live?

📍 USU Grand Salon
📆 Thursday, April 24
🕓 3 – 5 PM

🎟️ RSVP now to cheer them on and discover the next wave of innovation coming out of CSUN: engage.csun.edu/BullRing2025

🔗 Read More: news.csun.edu/uncategorized/bull-ring-finalist-spotlight-chronoflow-streamlining-productivity-with-smart-automation/

04/21/2025

📣 Student Spotlight: Brittany Evans

Say hello to Brittany Evans — screenwriting major, journalism minor, and creator of Sassy Mouth Straws! 🧋

She’s a finalist in the 10th annual Jeff Marine Bull Ring New Venture Competition and will be pitching her bold, sustainable boba straw brand on April 24 from 3–5 PM at the USU Grand Salon.

Come support Brittany and watch her bring her business to life in front of a panel of expert judges! 🌟

✨ Read more about her journey here: https://news.csun.edu/david-nazarian-college-of-business-and-economics/bull-ring-finalist-spotlight-brittany-founder-of-sassy-mouth-straws/

04/11/2025

📣 We’ve got exciting news to share!
The California State University, Northridge, MBA Program (CSUN MBA) has been ranked #3 among CSU campuses in the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Schools Rankings!
We’re so proud of the hard work and dedication of our faculty, students, and alumni who help us reach new heights each year. 🚀

Let’s celebrate this achievement together!
👉 Learn more: https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-business-schools/mba-rankings

These are the best graduate business schools in America.

03/28/2025

🎉 Congratulations, future Matadors! 🎉

Join us for Admitted Matadors Day on Saturday, April 5 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to discover everything CSUN has to offer.
As a Nazarian College student you’ll have access to amazing opportunities, dedicated support and a strong Matador community.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents: Help your student prepare for their CSUN journey! Attend with them and explore campus resources.

CSUN's annual open house and welcome event for newly admitted students.

03/24/2025

CEO Magazine has ranked the California State University, Northridge, MBA Program (CSUN MBA) in Tier One of its 2025 Global MBA Rankings—placing us among the top MBA programs worldwide!

Our AACSB-accredited program offers:
✔️ Flexible scheduling for working professionals
✔️ Hands-on learning with real-world applications
✔️ A capstone consulting experience that helps local businesses

"This recognition reflects the quality of our faculty, the strength of our program and the success of our students." — Dean Chandra Subramaniam

Join a global network of business leaders and level up your career! Learn more: https://bit.ly/CEOMagRankings2025

03/19/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce Dr. Shuming (Sherry) Bai as the new associate dean of Nazarian College! 🙌 With extensive experience in finance, research, and academic leadership, she’s ready to help drive innovation, expand student opportunities, and strengthen our impact. Welcome to the Nazarian College community, Dr. Bai! ❤️🖤

Read more about her background and vision here: news.csun.edu/business/sherry-bai-joins-nazarian-college-as-associate-dean-bringing-extensive-administrative-and-research-experience-to-the-business-school/

03/18/2025

🎓💰 Nazarian College Scholarships – Apply Now! 💰🎓

Nazarian College students, time is running out! ⏳✨ Don’t miss your chance to apply for scholarships, with awards averaging between $1,000 – $2,000.

📅 Deadline: Friday, March 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM
📍 One application for all College-level scholarships!

🔗 Apply now at link in bio.

Department-level scholarships are also available! Check out opportunities for Accounting, Business Law, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, and more! 📚💼

Scholarship recipients will be honored at our Awards Dinner on April 30, 2025. 🏆✨

We believe in your success and want to support your academic journey—apply today! 🚀

03/07/2025

🙌 Thank you! We’re thrilled to announce the completion of the Nazarian College Accounting Advisory Board Scholarship Challenge, with 25 donors helping us raise $15,000!

We deeply appreciate the support of the CSUN Accounting Advisory Board and all the donors who made this possible.

This scholarship will open doors for more students to pursue their dreams in accounting. 📚💼

03/05/2025

🌟 Join Us for Giving Day & Make a Difference! 🌟

On CSUN Giving Day, Matadors and friends worldwide come together to support the programs that transform lives. Whether it’s student scholarships, career development, or your favorite Nazarian College department, every dollar makes an impact!

Your donation can unlock even more support for our students:
🎯 20 donors to any Nazarian College fund = $5,000 unlocked for the Dean’s Priority Fund (Thanks to Wendy Greuel!)
🎯 25 donors to the Accounting Advisory Board Scholarship = $25,000 unlocked for student scholarships!

This is your chance to pay it forward and be part of something bigger.

🔗 Donate today: givingday.csun.edu/giving-day/92974/set/6964

March 5-6, 2025

03/05/2025

We want to hear who made a difference during your time at CSUN! A professor who believed in you? A friend who supported you? A program that gave you the resources you needed? As Giving Day approaches, let's honor those moments and the people who shaped our journeys. Let us know the program or club that made the biggest difference in your journey at CSUN! Make an early gift today!

https://givingday.csun.edu/

02/14/2025

Roses are red, violets are blue,
Valentine’s Day shines brighter with Matadors like you! ❤️

02/11/2025

Spring 2025 Industry Night is Almost Here! 💼✨

Ready to take the next step in your career? Industry Night is your chance to connect with top employers, expand your professional network, and explore exciting job and internship opportunities!

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
📍 Location: CSUN University Student Union, Northridge Center
⏰ Time: 3pm – 6pm

At this in-person career fair, you’ll have the opportunity to:
✅ Engage with recruiters from leading companies 🤝
✅ Learn about job and internship openings 🔍
✅ Get a free professional headshot 📸
✅ Make connections that could launch your career

👔 Dress Code: Professional business attire required.

Industry Night is the perfect opportunity to make an impression. Don’t miss out!

🔗 Learn more: https://news.csun.edu/event/industry-night/

02/05/2025

🌟We have exciting news! 🌟

We’re proud to share that CSUN’s Nazarian College and Accounting program have earned dual AACSB accreditation, making us one of only 194 institutions worldwide with this prestigious distinction! 🏆

This recognition reflects our dedication to academic excellence, impactful learning experiences, and preparing future business leaders. Thank you to our incredible faculty, staff, and students for making this possible! 🎉

📖 Read more here: https://newsroom.csun.edu/2025/02/05/csuns-nazarian-college-receives-prestigious-dual-accreditation-for-business-and-accounting/

01/17/2025

David T. Russell, Ph.D., Professor of Insurance and Finance and Director of the Center for Risk Management and Insurance at the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics, has been featured in several major publications discussing California's evolving homeowners' insurance market amid rising wildfire risks.

Dr. Russell shared expert insights on how insurers are navigating challenges in the state and the broader impact on homeowners and the housing market.

Read his contributions in:
🔹 USA Today: https://shorturl.at/BPO3l
🔹 Yahoo Finance: https://shorturl.at/RANje
🔹 CalMatters: https://shorturl.at/4pQBG
🔹 San Francisco Chronicle: https://shorturl.at/EFBtr
🔹 LAist: https://shorturl.at/loBQE

We are proud to see Dr. Russell’s expertise helping shape the conversation on this critical issue.

California’s plan to fix the insurance crisis had barely rolled out when the LA fires began. Can the market recover and stabilize?

01/07/2025

Is earning a master’s degree one of your New Year’s resolutions?

The start of a new year is the perfect time to take charge of your career growth and pave the way for success. At the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics at California State University, Northridge, our MBA and specialized master’s programs offer flexibility, access to industry expertise, and a robust alumni network to support your journey.

With a wealth of opportunities and resources available, you’ll be empowered to achieve your professional goals. Make 2025 the year you take the next step in your career—explore our graduate programs today!

https://w2.csun.edu/nazarian/college/departments-programs/graduate-programs

01/07/2025

Meet Catherine Mohos, this year’s Sigma Nu Tau Scholarship winner! 🏆 In her Q&A, Catherine shares her journey, passion for entrepreneurship and how CSUN has shaped her path to success. 🌟 Check out her story at our link in bio! 🙌

12/24/2024

Wishing you and your loved ones a season of warmth, health and happiness from the Nazarian College ☃️