This 3-credit hour course requires only a junior standing as a prerequisite. Open to all students, this course offers a valuable opportunity for those in the Robert W. Plaster School of Business, as well as the School of Public Service and the School of Arts & Sciences, to engage in a unique experiential learning experience.
Consult with your advisor for additional information.
Aspire Business Clinic
Whether you're looking to become a client or explore academic partnerships with the Robert W. Plaster School of Business, the Aspire Business Clinic is here to elevate your organization.
Transform Your Future with Hands-On Industry Experience
Modeled after an authentic business consulting firm, the Aspire Business Clinic is your launchpad from the classroom into a thriving career.
Work alongside the Director of the Aspire Business Clinic and fellow students in our dynamic project consulting team. Together, you'll uncover innovative growth solutions for our clients—small businesses and nonprofits—by designing marketing plans, crafting communication and social media strategies, and developing strategic plans.
This opportunity helps you gain valuable expertise in customer engagement by connecting with various audiences and delivering compelling presentation across channels, giving you a competitive edge in today's job market.
Why Join The Aspire Business Clinic?
Real-world Impact
Gain hands-on business experience with by collaborating with real small businesses and nonprofit organizations. With genuine deadlines and impactful recommendations, your work reflects real-world dynamics, providing a compelling story to share in a job interview.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry leaders from the Robert W. Plaster School of Business and Fishman Center for Entrepreneurship Advisory Boards—ranging from small business owners to Fortune 500 executives.
Priority Interview Access
Enjoy priority status for on-campus employer interviews, paving the way for future opportunities.
Become A Consultant
The Aspire Business Clinic provides an immersive learning experience that transforms classroom learning into actionable solutions, enabling you to turn innovative ideas into measurable results and paving the way for your future achievements.
Explore four ways to become a consultant for the clinic.
Register for MGMT 350 course
Intern at the clinic as a consultant
Become a consultant in the clinic through your internship course to earn both academic credit and hourly compensation.
Apply to the clinic as a student employee
Join the clinic as a student employee, receiving a maximum of $1,000 stipend per semester. Up to four students will be hired as student employees.
This option does not provide internship academic credit.
Contact the Business Clinic Director to learn more.
Volunteer at the clinic
Become a volunteer at the clinic and apply your skills to real-world business scenarios.
Contact the Business Clinic Director to learn more.
Meet The Director
Bob Hohenstein brings decades of experience in the family entertainment sector with companies like Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX), Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA), and the Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc. His leadership spans an extensive array of business functions in major U.S. markets, concentrating on both for-profit and non-profit sectors. Bob's diverse expertise enriches the experience for both clients and students at the clinic, providing them with invaluable insights and knowledge.
Since 2020, Bob has shared his expertise as an Adjunct Instructor and Visiting Professor at Columbia College. He holds an MBA from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.
Contact Bob at (573) 875-7640 or rhohenstein@ccis.edu
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