Business and Law
The Nebraska Difference
One of the first to offer this major and the only program where law faculty teach its core classes
#38 Best Public Undergraduate Business Program
U.S. News & World Report
Unique Professional Enhancement Program offers hands-on career development
Free 1-to-1 tutoring, academic advising and career coaching
Program Features
Learn Law from Experts
Experience law classes taught by College of Law faculty as an undergraduate. You can design your own path with interdisciplinary electives, majors or minors.
Interdisciplinary Coursework
Combine your interests in business and law by taking a unique blend of coursework that will prepare you for roles requiring legal knowledge but not necessarily a juris doctor degree. This major is one of the most interdisciplinary, with classes from four colleges.
Begin Business Now
There’s no need to wait or fill out additional applications to be part of the College of Business. Unlike other Big Ten schools, once you’re enrolled, you can start taking business classes immediately.
Notable Courses
Civil Liberties: Issues of Fairness and Equality (POLS 443)
Examine Supreme Court doctrine covering the rights of the accused, the right to privacy and the right to racial and sexual equality.
Legislation and Regulation (BLAW 378)
Learn about legislation, the structure of the U.S. government and factors that influence governmental policy. Examine how businesses can shape legislative and administrative agendas.
Negotiating and Conflict Management (MNGT 412)
Develop a set of useful negotiation strategies through simulations and debriefings. Identify types of conflict situations and appropriate, purposeful negotiation techniques.
White Collar Crime (CRIM 478)
Learn about white collar crime, including illegal acts committed by nonphysical means and concealment to obtain money or property for business or personal advantage.
Real Estate Principles and Practice (FINA 382)
Explore real estate areas, including ownership, sales, leases and agencies, managerial aspects of brokerage, property valuation and real estate appraising.
Natural Resource and Environmental Law (AECN 357)
Study environmental impact review, pollution control, waste management, endangered species preservation, land use regulation and water rights law.
Huskers Do Big Things
From day one, you’ll have access to a career coach and potential employers at Hawks Hall. Your career development will feature hands-on learning experiences, like a resume review, networking and a practice interview with an employer. These opportunities are part of the Professional Enhancement Program, which is unique to Nebraska Business.
Internships
- Athletic administration intern
- Legal research intern
- Policy analyst intern
- Financial compliance intern
- Procurement intern
Careers
- Integrity officer
- Contracts negotiator
- Title XI coordinator
- Real estate analyst
- Health benefits administrator
Graduate Schools
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Community and Regional Planning
- Master of Business Analytics
- Juris Doctor
Outside the Classroom
Get the most out of your collegiate experience by taking advantage of opportunities to get involved. Challenge yourself and make meaningful connections along the way.
Prepare to change the world of business through the Clifton Builders Program, where you’ll learn to take entrepreneurial and leadership talents to the next level.
Conduct meaningful research as a Bureau of Business Research (BBR) scholar as you work with faculty on impactful projects that help inform public policy.
Study at the oldest university in the English-speaking world, the University of Oxford, through Nebraska Business Abroad. Discover history, enjoy theater, have high tea, play rounders and attend horse races.
Work as a research assistant to a faculty member or pursue your own big idea through a research grant through the Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) program.
Featured Faculty
Kevin Wesley, Associate Professor of Practice in Management
After serving in the military while earning his Ph.D. in higher education leadership, Kevin Wesley completed his juris doctor and became a member of the Nebraska State Bar. He teaches Employment Law as well as management courses like Human Resource Management. He is also the faculty leader for the college's Australia study abroad program.
Academics & Experiential Learning
- Develop negotiation and conflict resolution skills through class simulations.
- Customize your degree with a double major or minors, like accounting, management or economics.
Career Preparedness
- Apply basic knowledge of legal business concepts to any industry.
- Analyze and interpret risks or regulations for any organization.
Community
- Make an impact on local nonprofit organizations with hands-on experience through a Strive to Thrive Lincoln class project.
- Schedule a time to meet with pre-law advisors in the Explore Center to learn more about pre-law clubs or to line up opportunities to shadow practicing attorneys.
Have Questions? We're Here to Help
If you have questions about the Business and Law major or navigating the application process, contact us.
- Contact Name
- Kendra Ritchie
- Contact Title
- Associate Director of Recruitment
- Phone
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