Industry Immersion Program
From exploring industries to exceeding expectations.
This program, which is open to all majors, is designed to provide students hands-on, immersive learning in a specific industry, giving them the experience and knowledge to stand out in the marketplace. Students work with C-suite executives and faculty experts to work on real-world business projects that make an industry impact, all while earning credit hours towards graduation.
Application for 2025-2026 is now closed. The application for 2026-2027 will be available late Fall 2025 with several information sessions Spring 2026.
Industry Immersion Experiences 2025-2026
Theme
Concepts of data analytics and the applicability of them in the business environment
Develop an understanding of tools and how they are used in an analytic process
Topics Explored
Data, Analytics, Modeling
Data Design and Architecture
Project Management, Presentation Skills
Visualization
Faculty Coordinator:
Ralph Greco, M.S.
Director, Business Analytics Initiative
Theme
Introduction to the business decisions made by various divisions of a sports business
Develop an understanding of the tools and techniques used to make strategic, data-driven decisions
Topics Explored
Sports analytics and ticket management
Marketing, sales, and promotions
Facility and event management
Faculty Coordinator:
Ralph Greco, M.S.
Director, Business Analytics Initiative
Theme
Understand the consulting role, client engagement process, and solution development.
Gain skills associated with consulting specific presentation techniques and its applicability in a business environments.
Topics Explored
Client engagement, relationship management and communication strategies
Value propositions and importance of research
Proposal develop and delivery techniques
Faculty Coordinator:
Chip York
Lecturer, Management & Human Resources Department
Theme
Essentially anything that is sold through grocery stores, pharmacies and convenience stores! Learn how one of the most influential industries, one that touches all of our daily lives. Understand the different business functions and how they work in collaborative nature to build and support many of the largest brands in the world.
Topics Explored
Understand the cross-functional nature of the CPG industry
Corporate strategy, innovation and marketing
Supply chain and logistics including the process of making, moving, selling, and servicing various products
The role of eCommerce in CPG
Faculty Coordinator:
Jon Quinn, M.S., MBA
Senior Lecturer, Marketing & Logistics Department
Theme
Acquire an understanding of industry terminology and concepts
Gain understanding of technologies used and their applications.
Topics Explored
P2P lending, investment, payment apps
Cryptocurrencies, NFTs
Insurtech, Proptech, Roboadvisors
Blockchain
Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
Faculty Coordinator:
Taner Pirim, PhD.
Senior Lecturer, Finance Department
"Participating in the Business of Sports Immersion Program has allowed me to gain a deeper knowledge into the sports industry. It's been valuable and eye opening to learn about data analytics and the financials of such a popular industry I've always had an interest in. "
"The Consulting Immersion Program allowed me to use concepts learned in class to work on hands-on projects. In these projects, I gained real-world experience by finding unique solutions to problems companies face and presenting the solutions to the executives. I used my experience in the program to secure a full-time job in consulting after graduation."
Student who participate in the Industry Immersion Program will:
- Receive a total 6 credit hours for year-long program (3 credit hours in autumn, 3 credit hours in spring semester)
- Participate on real world company partner projects.
- Have unique opportunity to interact with Industry Leaders as guest speakers and via company site visits
- Participate in company site visits
- Receive a certification of completion end of Spring semester
Active Participation
Students are expected to actively participate in co-curricular opportunities to enhance their professional development, both inside and outside of the classroom.
Engage with Industry Partners
Active participation is expected of every Industry Immersion student. Company executives take time to guide students throughout projects and enlighten Industry Immersion students. Active participation is expected of every Industry Immersion student.
One-Year Program Commitment
Enrolling in activities that hinder the completion of the program is strongly discouraged. Students who are accepted should not enroll in an outside activity that would prevent you from completing both semesters of class (e.g. internship/study abroad).
Students who are interested in participating in the Industry Immersion Program must meet the following criteria by the start of the program in Autumn semester:
Minimum 3.0 cumulative OSU GPA
Open to all majors at OSU
Earn a minimum of 61 credit hours
Not enroll in an activity that prevents the student from completing the one-year program commitment
Application
Applications are now open through Wednesday, February 5, 2025 by 11:59 p.m.
Questions:
Please explain your interest in your (3) RANKED immersion experiences, why you are interested in the program and summarize any experience you may have within specific industry. (3200 character maximum) *Lack of experience will NOT hinder your application*
Discuss how the Industry Immersion Program will support your college journey and career aspirations. (3200 character maximum)
Resume:
Resumes must be submitted as a PDF and the file MUST include your first name and last name. Resumes uploaded in other formats or without the appropriate file name will not be considered and your application will be considered incomplete.
Interested in learning more? Consider attending an information session via Zoom or In-Person.
Information sessions will open Spring semester