<p>Any opinions between these two programs? U of P is a very hands on program where everyone is required to complete a internship/get resume and interview skills and practice with good job opportunities after graduation. Thoughts of current and former grads of both schools?</p>
<p>I’m a current University of Portland freshman studying business (Entrepreneurship and Operations and Technology Management). We have an excellent program, the school is relatively small so it’s great for building relationships and finding opportunities. For example, I’ve taken internship and resume building workshops, and next week I’ll be traveling to Seattle to visit Amazon.com as part of the Entrepreneurship Club. There’s also been chances to volunteer/work with Nike, which is not far from campus. As for academics, we have a P4 program, that helps students prepare for their careers, and we are required to maintain a portfolio the entire four years that we are here, which will be great when you’re job hunting. I’m currently taking the professional development class, and it provides a ton of useful information. There’s also an Introduction to Leadership class and an Internship course that are required as part of the program. </p>
<p>With all that being said, I am considering transferring to Loyola Marymount, but only because I want to settle down in the LA area after I graduate from college. UP mostly has Pacific Northwest connections, (which isn’t bad at all, I just don’t envision myself living here afterwards). I chose LMU because it seems somewhat similar to UP, and it has an excellent business program as well. I hope this helps. (:</p>
<p>Thank you - that was very helpful!!</p>