Professional Blueprint

High-paying, high-tech jobs begin with a polished résumé, business etiquette, and a professional demeanor.

The College of Business charges itself with providing all business students with a blueprint for professional success. All students majoring or minoring in the College of Business are automatically a part of the Professional Blueprint program. Professional Blueprint graduates stand at Commencement with an honor cord distinction ito recognize their dedication to personal career development.

In the Professional Blueprint program, Huskies are recognized for:

  • Participating in career-advancing activities
  • Networking with business professionals
  • Getting involved in the campus and community
  • Broadening their perspective through internships and study abroad program

Events and Workshops Calendar

Professional Blue Print Workshop Schedule—Fall 2025
Dates Time Topic Location
Thursday, October 30th 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Graduate and Accelerated Graduate Program Informational AOB 101
Monday, November 10th 5:00 p.m. Keys to Success AOB 101
Tuesday, November 11th 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk Hamar House Basement
Saturday, November 15th 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Husky Hour with accounting Professor Laura Sieders on financial wellness ChemSci 104
Monday, November 17th 5:00 p.m. Networking, LinkedIn and Personal Branding AOB 101
Monday, November 17th 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Behind the Buzz MUB Alumni Lounge
Thursday, April 9th 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. COB Student Award Ceremony MUB Ballroom

Canvas Page

To access the Professional Blueprint Canvas page, open your Canvas app and click on the COB Professional Blueprint program.  Instructions are on the front page.

"The Professional Blueprint program guides business and economics students into becoming well-rounded, polished, and prepared students ready for the workforce day one."Jodie Filpus-Paakola, coordinator of academic services, College of Business