Titus Center for Franchising
A Resource Like No Other
The Titus Center for Franchising is the only dedicated university center in the country focused on enabling students to master the principles of business franchising. For students interested in business and business franchising, the Titus Center provides unparalleled opportunities to hone their knowledge and learn from the most respected leaders in the field.
Respected Worldwide
The Titus Center is led by Dr. John P. Hayes, who brings decades of experience in franchising and speaks on the subject at expos around the world. You’ll work closely with Dr. Hayes throughout your experience and gain the kind of valuable insights that will shape your future in business.
A Powerful Credential
Housed in PBA’s Rinker School of Business, the Center will allow you to complete the necessary coursework to earn your bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in franchising. For those striving for a future in business franchising, this provides a powerful credential that will set them apart.
Broaden Your Knowledge
The Center also offers a variety of certificate programs that will broaden your knowledge of the industry. Topic areas include:
- How to buy a franchise
- How to franchise a business
- Franchise marketing and sales
- Franchise operations
- Franchise field support
- International franchise expansion
- Master franchise development
Putting You to the Test
As a student in the Center you’ll have opportunities to take part in a franchise internship program, placing you out in the field where you’ll gain extensive real-world insights and hands-on training. You’ll also be able to take part in a job shadowing program at the world headquarters of United Franchise Group.
LEADING EXPERTS
Dr. John P. Hayes has been CEO of a company with 265 franchises.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP
Ray Titus formed United Franchise Group with nearly 1,500 franchisees in over 80 countries.
JOB GROWTH
West Palm Beach ranked 20th on Forbes’ list of best places for job growth.