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Build a business in GLOBAL BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

Building, owning, and operating your own business is an experience like no other, so why wait until after college to learn how? This “junior MBA” program will expose you to a curriculum similar to a business school’s, but designed specifically for motivated high school students. You’ll learn what it takes to build a business – from that first great idea to the birth of a successful company. Business leaders, educators, and executives will share firsthand knowledge on how to get the job done.

Lay the foundation in the ENTREPRENEURSHIP SIMULATION.

Teams of junior entrepreneurs develop a full-scale business plan and present an executive summary to potential investors – a critical component of any emerging company. Your plan will include everything from concept and product development to marketing, sales, and finance guidelines. You’ll also research the competitive landscape, and make savvy decisions to ensure success.

Present your ideas to real investors for valuable feedback.

It’s not surprising that investors and venture capitalists tell us some of the freshest ideas they’ve ever heard come from students in this program.

With thorough training and creative collaboration, you’ll be better prepared then many entrepreneurs in real-world situations. Practice your presentation skills and “sell” your idea – once you’ve done it here, there’s no limit to what you can do “out there.”

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Guest Speakers

Business Leaders and Academics

• David Andrews, M.B.A., J.D., President, Gryphon Investors
• Bruce Bachenheimer, Clinical Professor and Director of Entrepreneurship, Pace University
• Paul Buckovich, MBA, Executive Vice President of Finance, Competitive Power Ventures
• Michael Dukakis, Former Governor of Massachusetts Laurence Franklin, Former CEO, Tumi Inc.
• Mike Jackson, CEO, AutoNation
• John Katzman, Founder, The Princeton Review
• G. Edward Montero, Vice Chairman, Citigroup
• Ed Rensi, Former CEO, McDonald’s
• Jim Steeg, MBA, Executive Vice President & CEO, San Diego Chargers
• Thomas Tauke, Esq., Executive Vice President, Verizon Communication Inc.
• Solly Thomas, Associate Partner, Human Capital Management Services, IBM Global Business Services
• Kimberly Wright-Violich, President & CEO, Schwab Charitable

Corporations, Consultants, Venture Capital Firms, etc.

• Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
• Citigroup Inc.
• Facebook
• Federal Reserve Bank
• Pfizer Inc.
• Prudential Financial, Inc.
• Verizon Communications Inc.
• Yahoo! Inc.

Tuition, Location and Dates

Complete tuition, enrollment and other conference details can be found in the Application and Enrollment & Other Details included in your invitation package and in the online application.

Please pay careful attention, as dates may have changed from printed material.

2010 Spring Global Business & Entrepreneurship Sessions*

Tuition Includes:

• One college credit ($475 value)*
• A full schedule of classes, briefings, lectures and simulations
• Certificate of Completion
• Housing accommodations at a University/College dormitory
• All on-campus meals **
• Course materials and lab fees
• Transportation as needed for off-site activities, briefings and events
• Field trips and social events
• Program Faculty and on-site staff for supervision
• LeadAmerica T-shirt
  

College Credit requires that the student successfully complete all aspects of the program (see college credit information for more details).

To earn college credit, the student must successfully complete all aspects of the program (see college credit information for more details). The Global Business & Entrepreneurship conference is accredited for two (2) college credits.  Tuition includes the first college credit from Loras College. A second college credit is available at a reduced fee of $299.

** Students will need spending money for several off-site meals, souvenirs and incidentals.

Students are responsible for their own airfare or other travel costs to and from each conference location.

*dates and locations are subject to change

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Assume the roles of business leaders—Develop a Business Plan with finance and marketing strategies, resolve conflict, and present an executive summary to win venture capital in the Global Business &Entrepreneurship Simulation
• Gain exposure to the roles and influence of institutions such as the Federal Reserve, Multi-National Corporations and Venture Capitalists
• Obtain a front-row-seat and behind-the-scenes insight into Successful Business Practices through a visit to leading corporation
• Explore San Francisco, Boston or New York City
• Earn up to Two College Credits
  
  
• Global Business & Entrepreneurship students at the Stanford University based program to visit Facebook, Inc. headquarters. Students will have the unique opportunity to visit the headquarters of a corporation that is truly defining the future.  Following a briefing about the world’s largest social network, students will contemplate the successes and obstacles facing businesses striving to compete in today’s virtual world.
• Global Business & Entrepreneurship students in New York City to tour the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Located in the heart of Wall Street and the Financial District, students will learn about the policies that impact our economy, view the gold vault, and see where American currency is minted.
• Global Business & Entrepreneurship students in Boston to tour the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.  Students will visit the Bank and participate in the “New England Economic Adventure” as they explore monetary policy and its impact on both domestic and international markets.  Students will also be briefed on the history of Counterfeiting and role of the U.S. Dollar in the 21st Century.

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

• College Accredited, Academic Curriculum
• Conduct research, analyze information, engage in debate, resolve conflict and build networks of support as you practice being the business leaders of tomorrow
• Analyze current issues such as Strategic Management, Marketing, Finance, Business Ethics and International Trade
• Debate the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization and international markets
• Engaging Faculty & Guest Speakers
• Gain access to Academic and Professional Leaders in the business field.
• Speakers may include Investment Bankers, Corporate Executives, Venture Capitalists, Non-profit Leaders, Business Professors and professional leaders from the business environment
• Program Relevant Field Excursions
• Experience the program content and appreciate regional sites of importance through field excursions designed to complement the academic and skill building objectives of the program.
• Field Excursions may include visits to:
• San Francisco:  San Francisco Federal Reserve, Facebook, the Intel Museum, Corporate Tours and Golden Gate Park
• Boston:  The MIT Museum, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, Corporate Tours and the Freedom Trail
• New York City:  New York Federal Reserve, Wall Street, Fox News Business, the United Nations, Corporate Tours, Times Square and the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
• Career Focused Skills & Personal Development Workshops
• Formulate a Personal Mission and Vision plan for your future
• Develop and polish skills like Time Management, Decision Making, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, and Communication
• Explore the opportunities and strategies to advance in program related career fields
• Collegiate Experience & College Enrollment Seminars
• Experience College Life from challenging academics to dormitory living
• Gain an important head start in the Preparation for College and the College Admission Process.
• Friends & Support for a Lifetime
• Develop a network of Fellow Scholars, Friends, and Mentors

A DAY AT GLOBAL BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

*This is a sample day and examples of lectures, excursions and activities each program may include. All speakers and events are subject to availability and change, without notice, before or after the start of a conference.