(B²) brochure - University of Washington Foster School of Business
(B²) brochure - University of Washington Foster School of Business
(B²) brochure - University of Washington Foster School of Business
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The next four years will<br />
lay the foundation for<br />
your future career.<br />
Are you interested in<br />
gaining a head start?<br />
The opportunity to learn<br />
from and develop a peer<br />
network across different<br />
cultures is one <strong>of</strong> the <strong>B²</strong>’s<br />
greatest benefits. You will<br />
study and share experiences<br />
with other bright, talented<br />
individuals who are invested<br />
in their own business career<br />
goals. Weekly out <strong>of</strong><br />
classroom experiences<br />
provide a great opportunity<br />
for you to step away from<br />
your studies in a casual<br />
environment.<br />
Consider <strong>Business</strong> Bridge<br />
Out <strong>of</strong> Class Experience<br />
Teambuilding:<br />
High Ropes Course<br />
9am The business lectures<br />
are facilitated by<br />
distinguished faculty<br />
Engaging<br />
from the <strong>Foster</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Business</strong>.<br />
City Life:<br />
Corporate Site Visits<br />
<strong>Business</strong> Bridge (<strong>B²</strong>) August 26—September 19<br />
<strong>B²</strong> is a four-week academic/residential immersion program hosted by<br />
<strong>Foster</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Business</strong> Undergraduate Diversity Services. <strong>B²</strong> will<br />
take place in conjunction with the UW’s Early Fall Start (EFS) program, during<br />
which students will register for a 5 credit college level course. Offering a broad<br />
overview <strong>of</strong> core business topics, the <strong>B²</strong> program integrates leadership and<br />
strategy skills throughout the curriculum. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional development, career<br />
exploration and leadership activities focused on tools and resources that<br />
students can use to become more effective students. Facilitators present<br />
information in their areas <strong>of</strong> expertise and then engage the class in thoughtprovoking<br />
discussions where participants are encouraged to share their<br />
experiences and learn from one another. In the summer <strong>of</strong> 2013, approximately<br />
twenty-five students will participate.<br />
Download Applications: foster.washington.edu/diversity<br />
<strong>B²</strong> Snapshot Day in the Life<br />
Standard program days and times<br />
are Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm.<br />
9 -12 pm Early Fall Start Class<br />
12 - 1 pm Lunch<br />
1- 2 pm Accounting 101<br />
2 - 3 pm Guest Speaker Series<br />
4 - 5 pm Interviewing Skills 101<br />
Program also includes site visits to Seattle area companies.<br />
Community Service:<br />
Northwest Harvest<br />
5 pm<br />
Ways to Learn<br />
In-Class Lectures<br />
Case Studies<br />
Interactive Classroom Experiences<br />
Out <strong>of</strong> Class Experiences<br />
The Outdoor<br />
Boardroom: Golfing
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