Camp Business

July 13 - 23, 2009

Howto Enroll

July 13 - 23, 2009

Camp Business is a commuter program. Exceptional high school students, currently in their sophomore or junior year are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must submit:

• An application form
• A brief essay (1-2 typed pages)
• One letter of recommendation*

The tuition for Camp Business has been generously funded by both Drexel University alumni and TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank®.

Applications for this program must be submitted electronically or postmarked by May 15th, 2009.
Admission to the Camp LeBow programs is competitive. The acceptance rate for 2008 program applicants was fifty percent. Preference is given to students with outstanding GPAs, exceptional standardized test scores (PSAT or SAT are considered) and active involvement in extracurricular of community service activities.
For more information, please contact Jackie McCurdy, Assistant Director, Undergraduate Programs, at jmm67@drexel.edu or 215.895.6287.

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Drexel University's LeBow College of Business and TD Bank present Camp Business. This enriching two-week summer program is designed to give rising high school juniors and seniors an intensive introduction to both collegiate and corporate business education — and shows them business can be both fun and exciting!

In addition to exciting field trips, including an outdoor team building experience and a Phillies game, this year's program includes an overnight stay in Drexel's residence halls!

AN INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM
Students work closely with outstanding LeBow faculty and instructors from TD University, TD Bank's Award Winning training facility in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Students will examine the disciplines of accounting, marketing, finance and management, and learn the core concepts of business including leadership, professional image, etiquette, team building, and strategy. Students also learn about resources essential to business such as technology, the stock market and leading business publications.

WEEK 1
Through highly integrated and interactive lessons, students work daily with Drexel faculty and TD University instructors who offer up-to-the-minute insights about current job, business and economic trends.

WEEK 2
Camp Business closes with an outstanding opportunity for students to demonstrate their knowledge of business. They are required to make a structured presentation to a mock board of directors comprised of TD Bank Executives and LeBow faculty and staff. Prizes are awarded to the winning team. Certificates of Completion are issued at the end of the program.