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Management & Innovation

The Management & Innovation concentration equips students with the skills to become proficient decision-makers and leaders in their chosen industry or entrepreneurs starting their own ventures. Managers are dynamic individuals tasked with overseeing projects, teams, and processes, involving coordination, strategy development, planning, assessment, and motivation. They often manage budgets and ensure that an organization’s goals guide employee actions, making their role crucial across all industries. Success as a manager hinges on mastering industry-specific knowledge, skills, and abilities, with the ultimate goal of leading and inspiring others in similar roles. Effective managers excel in conflict resolution, foster positive workplace environments, and prioritize the well-being of an organization’s human resources.

While not an exhaustive list, some common career pathways within Management & Innovation include: Management Training Programs, Project Management, Team Management, Sales and Client Services, Consulting, and Entrepreneurship.

Explore additional career options in Management & Innovation with What Can I Do With This Major?

3 Ways to Explore Careers During Winter Break

The break is a well-deserved time for rest and recharge after a busy semester. The downtime away from classes and deadlines also presents an opportunity for exploration and envisioning the exciting career ahead of you.

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Career Management Center
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Customize Your Weekly Career Alerts!

Customize your weekly career emails—get events, jobs, internships, and resources tailored to your interests, delivered every Sunday evening.

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“How Do I Figure Out What I Want To Do?” (Register for Career Mini-Course)

Hint: Register for the upcoming cohort of Designing Your Career to help you design the career YOU want!

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Contact & Location

Phone
(970) 491-1540
Address

Career Management Center
Rockwell West, Room 210
Fort Collins, CO 80523

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Winter Break Virtual Operations (Dec. 22-Jan. 16)
Monday   8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday   8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday   8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday   8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday   8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Virtual appointments for career counseling are available during Winter Break (Drop-In Hours are not available)