Why Choose Nazarian?

At the David Nazarian College for Business and Economics, students don’t just study business—they live it. With classes taught by leading faculty, hands-on learning opportunities and industry-recognized certifications, our graduates are career-ready from Day One.

What Sets Us Apart?

Real Impact: Students assist nearly 11,000 community members each year through our VITA Tax Clinic—recognized as the top clinic in the nation three years in a row.
IRS and Tax Court Experience: Through our tax clinics, students work with 200-plus clients to resolve cases with the IRS and U.S. Tax Court—an experience few business colleges offer.
Industry Credentials Built-In: During the 2024-2025 academic year, students earned more than 3,500 professional skills certifications and micro-credentials from Amazon, Google, HubSpot, Hootsuite and SAP, among others.
Entrepreneurship in Action: Students launch ventures, pitch ideas and compete in events like the Bull Ring competition, which awards $25,000 in prize money to winning teams.
Consulting with Local Businesses: Students partner with 55-plus businesses across the San Fernando Valley and beyond, applying their classroom knowledge to solve real-world challenges.
Internships and Jobs: Through Nazarian College, students have access to 4,500 postings on Handshake and placements with firms like NBC Universal, Warner Brothers, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and more.

A Degree and So Much More

From student clubs and honor societies (Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma and Sigma Nu Tau) to a 50,000-plus alumni network providing mentorship and career connections, Nazarian College prepares graduates for the jobs of tomorrow with the skills, experience and networks they need to succeed.