Welcome to the Grenon School of Business and a wonderful future. Choose one of our nine majors and explore our nine minors. Consider our new major in finance and access our Lagarce Trading Room equipped with Bloomberg terminals.
In the Grenon School, you will work with faculty who bring practical business experience to your classroom and you will discover a supportive learning community. We encourage you to seek internships and experiential learning opportunities to advance and focus your education. You will learn the writing and presentation competencies necessary for a successful transition from the academic to the professional world. Assumption’s emphasis on Catholic liberal education embodied in the liberal arts and sciences Core will contribute to your growth in critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service.
Dave Grenon is an entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses in the Worcester area. He is a mentor to countless business professionals. He contributed his name to the newly-created business school in recognition of the importance he places on ethics and the integration of business and the liberal arts and sciences.
Patrick Cullen, Ph.D
Dean, Grenon School of Business
John McDonagh
Accounting 2020
Accounting Intern, DCK Worldwide
“My internship has helped me better prepare myself for my future career as an accountant. I have learned it is important to never be afraid to ask questions or ask for help because it is better to complete a project correctly than having to redo it. I have also learned how important excel is and I hope to continue to learn more about it. ”
Sara Jenkins
Marketing 2020
Tri-Branded Intern, Enterprise Rent-a-Car at Bradley International Airport
“At my internship, I’ve learned a great deal about sales and have used the skills Assumption gave me. I have also learned how to adequately contribute to a team while maintaining an individual journey with the company. I was ranked #1 on the Intern Matrix for the month of June at my branch.”
Tim Power
Marketing 2020
Marketing Intern, Houston Sabercats Rugby Team
“I’ve gotten a backstage look into the sports management and marketing world at my internship. It is also extremely cool to be able to work in a place that isn’t the Northeast and see what the lifestyle is like in Texas. It’s very interesting to live somewhere different!”
Austin Pinilla
Graphic Design 2018
Intern, Mars Media Productions
“My classes allowed me to thrive at my internship and also greatly prepared me for life after school. I eventually plan to move outside the country and work in South America with my family in Argentina as a videographer, photographer, UX, and designer. My internship helped me gain experience in these areas.”
Sean O'Rourke
Accounting 2020
Business Tax Services Department, Deloitte & Touche Boston Office
“At the Accounting Career Fair, I networked with several different companies - including Deloitte. Because of Assumption, I have the understanding of the important accounting principles necessary to do the job, but I was also given the skills that go beyond the field of accounting which allowed me to distinguish myself from other applicants.”
Nicole Marshall
Management 2017
Client Relationship Representative, IBM
“Assumption provided me with motivating professors who cultivated my knowledge and skills. The classes I took at Assumption truly helped me and gave me the extensive knowledge I needed to become well-rounded and knowledgeable of the business world. ”
Rahsaan Akbar
International Business 2019
Account Analyst, Lockton Companies
“The Assumption community is very supportive and wants you to be just as successful as you want to be Assumption prepared me for the roller coaster that’s life and helped me find my courage. I’ve learned things don’t always go as planned, but these experiences only helped me reflect on what I could improve on and how I could grow and become the best version of myself. ”
Keridan Harrington
International Business 2019
Program Assistant, United Nations Association (UNA-NCA)
“Assumption has a lot to offer if you are willing to try new things! Assumption’s interdisciplinary course requirements have made me well versed in a variety of subjects that I will continue to apply and develop over the course of my career. Take advantage of all opportunities as they are presented. ”
Victoria Stowell
Accounting 2020
Audit and Attest Staff, Citrin Cooperman
“My success is a result of the faculty’s extensive knowledge and the Career and Internship Fair. Assumption prepared me by guiding me through the job search process and helping with my resume, cover letters, and any other questions I had. Take advantage of all the opportunities that Assumption provides!”
Katelyn Corriveau
Marketing 2016
Operations Area Manager, Amazon
“I credit much of my success to the wonderful staff in the Career Development and Internship Center. Because of their help, I can confidently say that they made me interview ready and helped me get my job with Amazon. The faculty and staff really care about the students and want them to succeed.”
An Ideal Place to Learn
Michael Lewis, Ph.D.
Department Chair, Management and Accounting, MBA Director, Assistant Professor of Management