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Where Research Meets Real-World Impact

Bryant University’s College of Business Practica connects organizations with faculty-guided student teams to solve real business challenges through research-backed, implementation-ready solutions.

Through the John H. Chafee Center for International Business, partners gain fresh thinking, focused analysis, and actionable recommendations.

Partner Today. Impact Tomorrow.

Designed for organizations ready to move forward—whether you're exploring growth opportunities, improving operations, evaluating new markets, or tackling complex business challenges.

Bryant student teams bring analytical rigor, global perspective, and practical problem-solving to every engagement.

Become a Practicum Partner

About the Practica Program

The John H. Chafee Center for International Business, in partnership with Bryant University’s College of Business, administers the Practica Program—an experiential capstone that connects senior and graduate students with real organizations through structured consulting engagements.

As part of the Chafee Center’s broader work supporting businesses through global consulting, market research, and strategic initiatives, the program provides organizations with access to Bryant’s academic expertise and student talent.

Through Bryant’s nationally ranked Capstone Consulting Program, organizations partner with professor-led student teams during a focused 9-week engagement designed to deliver high-quality, actionable results.

Choose the Practicum Partnership That Fits Your Needs

International Business Practicum

Work with nationally ranked International Business students who deliver global insight and research-backed strategies to help your organization navigate international opportunities and challenges.

Global Supply Chain Management Practicum

Partner with Global Supply Chain Management teams to improve operations, uncover efficiencies, and identify meaningful cost savings, often with measurable financial impact.

MBA Practicum

Engage with graduate-level teams who bring advanced business strategy, analysis, and implementation-ready solutions to support high-level decision-making.

What Student Teams Deliver

During each engagement, Bryant student teams support organizations on high-impact initiatives such as:

  • Business plan development
  • Marketing and growth strategy
  • International market entry research
  • Supply chain and operational analysis
  • Business succession planning
  • Custom strategic projects tailored to your organization

Each project is guided by faculty and industry mentors to ensure insights are practical, relevant, and implementation-ready.

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Faculty-Guided Collaboration

Work directly with a professor and a dedicated student team throughout the engagement, ensuring structure, accountability, and quality.

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Tailored Business Solutions

Projects are customized to your needs and can span research, sales, marketing, operations, project management, and more across a wide range of industries.

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Implementation-Ready Recommendations

Receive strategic insights and practical solutions you can act on immediately.

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Access to Emerging Talent

Build relationships with Day One-ready students and identify future hires who understand your business.

Why Organizations Partner with Bryant

Organizations partner with Bryant to gain more than insight—they gain a collaborative team focused on delivering practical solutions, fresh perspective, and measurable impact.

Real-World Projects. Real Business Impact.

Bryant student teams have supported organizations on projects ranging from international market analysis to infrastructure feasibility and sourcing strategy. These engagements help organizations move forward with stronger insight and greater confidence.

Recent Project Highlights:

  • Market assessment for tailor-made travel itineraries
  • Undersea cable feasibility study connecting Pacific island nations
  • Pan-Asian road network strategy linking India and Singapore
  • Source-to-pay platform recommendation with significant cost-saving potential
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Hear from Business Leaders

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“I am always impressed by the quality of work and outcomes produced by Bryant students. I would recommend this program to any organization looking to harness the knowledge and energy of the future workforce.”

Avi Nevel

Founder & CEO, Rhode Island Israel Collaborative (RIIC)

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“Over the past two years, I’ve worked with Bryant students from the Practicum program on several different projects. Each experience has been thoughtful, well-executed, and valuable. I’ve found participating in the practicum program to be a mutually beneficial partnership.”

Katy Westcott

Founder & CEO, Katrinkles

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“These projects are a 'win-win': the students gain valuable experience and confidence, while the client receives problem-solving analysis and recommendations to drive performance in their business.”

Todd M. Alessandri, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Business

Now Accepting MBA Practica Partners (Summer 2026)

The Chafee Center is currently accepting applications for the MBA Practica (June–August). Apply now to partner with Bryant student teams this summer.

Complete Prospective Client Form Email practicum@bryant.edu
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Our Clients

From global brands to growing organizations, companies partner with Bryant to gain fresh perspective, actionable insights, and measurable results.

Our more than 250 clients have included: 

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Contact Information

Jason Kelly, Director
John H. Chafee Center for International Business

BELC, North Wing
(401) 232-6407
practicum@bryant.edu