Your Future In Business - 2021

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2021 INSIDE: 10 CAREERS THAT ARE IN HIGH DEMAND MASTER THE APPLICATION PROCESS SUMMER PROGR AM AND BUSINESS COLLEGE LISTINGS USEFUL LINKS

WHAT YOU CAN DO NOW TO PURSUE A CAREER IN

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PRESENTING YOUR FUTURE IN BUSINESS

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re you in high school and thinking of applying to an undergraduate business program? We’ve prepared the Your Future in Business guide to help you EDITOR

learn more about careers in these fields, as well as the best ways to prepare

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yourself in high school and college for the exciting careers ahead!

margaret@teenlife.com

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Pre-college summer programs are among the best ways to dip your toe in the water if your high school does not of fer special courses. Many of these programs are online for Summer 2021, making it easier for you to experience a college or major that you may be interested in pursuing. Six are profiled in this guide. TeenLife.com lists many additional business summer programs!

Getting a summer job at a business or star ting your own is another approach I strongly recommend. Learning what drives revenue is something you can’t star t learning too soon.

I encourage you to turn your business skills and interests into a competitive career you’ll love.

QUESTIONS OR SUGGESTIONS? Email me at mschwartz@teenlife.com To download a PDF of this guide, go to: guides.teenlife.com/ your-future-in-business

Welcome to “ Your Future in Business!” This digital guide strives to help students learn more about careers in specific career clusters, as well as the best ways to prepare themselves during high school and college for well-paying careers of the future! Please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions to make this resource as helpful as possible.

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WHAT’S INSIDE Master the Application Process ...................................................................................................................... 3 10 Careers in Business That Are in High Demand ................................................................................ 5 What You Can Do Now to Pursue a Business Career .......................................................................... 7 5 Steps to Launching a Business in High School, from Someone Who Has Done It .............. 9 Your Future In Business: What Can You Earn? ............................................................................................ 12

Business Summer Programs ........................................................................................................................... 14 Business Colleges .................................................................................................................................................. 16

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Master the APPLICATION PROCESS

By Bill O’Neill

efore you can be a “master of the universe,” as

“Most

undergraduate

business

schools

are

more

business titans are sometimes called, you have

competitive than other programs,” she said. “ To gain the

to master the college application process.

edge, students need to focus on math, show leadership,

“High school students seeking to earn their undergraduate degree from a business school need to plan ahead,” said Mandee Heller Adler, founder

and tr y to accrue business experience.”

If you want to get into a top business school, it helps if you can find a way of f to show of f your business smar ts.

and CEO of International College Counselors and the

Adler worked with a student who started a business that

author of “From Public School to the Iv y League: How to

grew into a $2 million company. “She was featured on TV and

Get Into a Top School Without Top Dollar Resources.”

in national magazines and was incredibly impressive,” she said.

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“The things we value most are a student’s character, work ethic and commitment to their education.”

Not ever y teenager can create a multi-million star t-up,

to prepare for college. “ We are all navigating this time

but there are ways to show your leadership potential,

of uncer taint y together,” said Heidi Reigel, associate

by engaging in internships, jobs, spor ts, clubs and

vice

organizations, and volunteer work. You can make a big

Westminster, Md., where business administration is one

impression by showing initiative and running an event,

of the most popular majors.

raising money or managing a team. course

at

McDaniel

College,

genuine interest in business,” said Adler. “ These classes

of fices are looking for the things that help to paint a

may

public

picture of who the student is. It is not just about test

speaking, finance, economics, entrepreneurship, and any

scores and high school grades. The things we value most

other business classes if they ’re of fered. Math is also key

are a student ’s character, work ethic and commitment to

to most undergraduate business programs.

their education.”

computer

can

that there is no magic formula for getting into a specific college,” Reigel said. “In a college application, admissions

accounting,

teens

admissions

demonstrate

include

selection,

for

“ What students and families really should know is

Of course, colleges look most closely at your schoolwork. “ Through

president

science,

Need more insight into the mysteries of the business

There’s no magical number or mix of extracurricular

world? A mentor can offer valuable real-world insight. An

activities that propel students to the top of the applicant

internship or summer enrichment program can give you the

pool, she said, but meaningful contributions matter. “ We

kinds of experiences that will help you to decide whether

also understand that many students’ plans have been

you really want to pursue a career in business. “Participating

impacted by the pandemic and that some students might

in these activities will also give students needed content for

be facing increased demands and responsibilities. You are

their college admissions essays,” said Adler.

going through what none of us have ever experienced and

If you’re applying to a business college, you’ll probably

no doubt it will shape you.

be asked why you feel it ’s the right major for you. “Aspiring

“Admissions of fices genuinely care, and we want

business school students will more adequately answer

to provide reassurance and reduce anxiet y, not add

these questions if they can demonstrate that they have

additional stress during this time. Look to us as a resource

pursued oppor tunities to learn business and that they

and do not be afraid to reach out to the admissions staf f if

understand what their future career will be like,” she said.

you have questions about the college admissions process.

The COVID-19 pandemic lef t many students and their

We are here to help you.”

families wondering what it is that they should be doing

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10 CAREERS IN BUSINESS That Are in High Demand

By Rich Holmes

f you’re interested in a career in business, consider the

aspects of work.

trends shaping which fields are hot: migration of retail

Here’s a look at careers in 10 growing fields, with the

and other industries to online, changing demographics,

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ projected percent of job

and fur ther expansion of computerization into all

growth by 2029, and median annual pay in 2019.

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Advertising, Promotion, and Marketing Managers: 6%, $135,900. The pandemic-driven rise in online shopping changed this field, said Vicky Oliver, career development

expert and author of five books, including “Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers & Other Office Idiots.” She believes this behavior will likely continue after the threat abates.

Market Research Analyst and Marketing Specialist: 18%, $63,790. These jobs gather online data and develop effective digital sales strategies. “There are so many more places people can talk online. You’ve got to be part of that conversation or you’re going to be left out,” said Dave Klemencic, Vice President of Digital Strategy and operations at Smith Kroeger, a marketing, advertising, digital consulting and public relations agency in Omaha, Nebraska.

Information

Security

Analysts:

31%,

8 9 10 Social

and

community

service

managers:

17%,

$67,150. The BLS says the greying of America will up the need for more managers to oversee programs, such as adult daycare. Another contributor: greater use of treatment programs for drug and alcohol abuse, rather than incarceration.

Operations research analysts: 25%, $84,810. Using analy tical

methods

and

advanced

math,

including

statistics and predictive modeling, these analysts help companies and organizations to make decisions and address problems. Increasing computerization of societ y generates more data, and the BLS predicts companies

and the government will create more jobs to interpret this flood of information.

$99,730.

Cyberattacks keep coming and that ’s pushing companies to hire workers to protect their computer systems, programs and databases, according to Kristen Bolig, founder of Securit yNerd, an advice site on home securit y systems.

She cited the 2019 c yber securit y workforce study by

Sales Manager: 7%, $126,000. These professionals are responsible for managing a team that generates revenue, including analyzing sales data, setting goals, coaching, and recruiting top per formers. Sales managers of ten begin as sales executives and rise up through the ranks.

They also work closely with adver tising and marketing

(ISC)2 that estimated 62 percent more professionals were

managers to help roll out promotions and target par ticular

needed to fill the existing need in the United States.

demographics and sales areas.

Financial managers: 15%, $129,890. Predicted trends behind job grow th include companies holding onto more cash assets and banks prioritizing risk reduction over pursuing profits. The need for accountants and auditors will only grow by 4.3%, and insurance underwriter jobs will drop 6.2%, as the demand varies by industr y.

Medical and health services managers: 32%, $100,980.

What will fuel much of the demand? The aging of the American population. A 2020 Daily Nurse article says the retirement of 1 million nurses by 2030 will coincide with a 40 percent increase in Medicare patients with multiple health conditions, causing a labor shortage. Healthcare practitioners and technical jobs will increase by 9.1 percent.

Fundraisers: 14%, $57,970. Colleges and universities will be looking to hire, Oliver said. “The pandemic has actually made it (operating a college) more expensive,” she said. “All the colleges have had to add remote learning.” The BLS says nonprofits will increasingly turn to social media to solicit donations.

NOT HOT: Among business fields anticipated to lose jobs, the BLS lists chief executives, down 10%; lodging

Human resources managers: 6%, $116,720. Many of

managers, 11.7%; news analysts, repor ters and other

these jobs will be created as companies expand and need

journalists, 11.2%; telemarketers, 14.2%; administrative

staf f to oversee programs or outsource this function to

assistants, 22.%; word processors and t ypists, 36.4%; and

other businesses.

bank tellers, 15.3%.

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What You Can Do Now to PURSUE A BUSINESS CAREER

By Lori A . Nolin

f you mean business about a career in business, there

that talent,” said Juan Molta, an L A-based entrepreneur,

are things you can do right now to star t your journey

financial consultant and student tutor for Wyzant. “It may

on the road to success.

not be your number-one choice in terms of your passion,

While you may have heard the old adage: do what you love

and that ’s OK, because if you find it ’s dif ficult to be

and the money will follow, business experts say: not so fast.

compensated for your passion, make that your hobby and

Instead, focus on your talents first and your passion second.

Those skills and strengths your friends, family and teachers notice in you – that’s the key to unlocking a promising career.

spend 10 to 20 percent of you time doing it.”

Once you unlock your talent, you can jumpstar t your higher education in business in dozens of summer programs at top-tier universities across the countr y.

FOCUS ON YOUR TALENT “Figure out what you’re good at and what people are willing to of fer you compensation for, and really develop

“ When you believe in something, you go for it,” said Molta. “ The greater the ambition, the greater the sacrifice.

Don’t be afraid to make mistakes.”

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NETWORK, NETWORK, NETWORK … AND KEEP IT REAL

being in a work environment. When you work in a small local

Yes, who you know matters, especially in the business

company, you’ll get to see a side of the business that you

world where relationships are the cornerstone of success.

probably wouldn’t see if you were in a big national chain.”

Real and authentic connections breed real results, and the qualit y of these relationships matters most. When

BUILD YOUR RESUME

making a connection, don’t just set it and forget it. Building

What you’re doing right now matters, and that includes

a net work takes dedicated time, ef for t, nur turing, give

coursework and personal activities too. Take the time to

and take. and authenticit y in your interactions.

build out a resume or por tfolio and get ahead of the game.

Danny Massare, known star tup guru and founder and

You can join LinkedIn in high school and begin connecting

president of Small A xe Consulting and co-founder and

with employers you may have already had, teachers,

managing par tner of a popular Holly wood piano bar,

guidance counselors, mentors, family friends in business

credits net working as a critical foundation of his success.

and alumni from your high school.

“During the course of my entrepreneurial career, networking

Rober t Perr y, career academy director at the Atlantis

opened doors to powerful business partners, sales channels

Char ter School in Fall River, Massachusetts, said, “ Take

and new business opportunities,” said Massare. “One of my

pride in your accomplishments and don’t forget your

current business partners started with a friendly introduction

extra-curricular activities,” he said “Keeping a por tfolio or

at a barbeque and blossomed into a successful colleague over

resume is key. It is impor tant to outline what you learn

the course of six years. Networking, by itself, is a skill you will

and per form during your work /internship experience.

need throughout an entire career.”

Don’t think of any task to be too small.”

He advises joining or creating a business group among

Manasi Simhan is a young inventor who patented an

classmates and reaching out to the local chamber of

ergonomic chair and a 2020 graduate of Laurel Springs,

commerce to inquire about in-school presentations by

the first online U.S. private high school, which of fers the

communit y business leaders.

career exploration program Find Your Drive in key areas,

“It is as simple as introducing yourself to people you find

including Business & Entrepreneurship.

genuinely interesting, asking questions, listening, and

Simhan recommends building your resume in other

keeping the conversations going on a regular basis,” said

unique ways too, including through competition. “In

Massare. “At first it may seem hard, and you may not know

business, it ’s impor tant to have experience talking and

what to say. That ’s okay. The verbiage is not as impor tant

collaborating with others. Join a club where you debate or

as your genuine interest in the person and communicating

discuss topics with others. “Par ticipating in the National

your intention to connect with them in the future.”

Histor y Day competition each year really helped me. This competition was a great way for me to net work and meet

GET A JOB Whether you land a traditional job during high school, an

knowledgeable mentors and professors, which has been really helpful as a college student.”

internship, join communit y groups or decide to volunteer your time to causes impor tant to you, all our exper ts say to make it happen now. The jobs you take in school and over the summers will build the essential real-world skills needed in business.

“I can wholeheartedly say that nothing helped prepare me more for my career than the years I worked in the restaurant industry,” said Jessica Wise, creative marketing manager with HelpSquad. “While working in the food industry, you learn customer service, time management, interpersonal communication and how to think on your feet.”

And star ting small results in big returns.

“Get a job at a small local business,” said Ian Sells, CEO and founder of RebateKey. “Try to find a part-time job somewhere where you can get to know the owner of the business and learn directly from that person. You’ll pick up so much about what it means to run a business just from

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5 STEPS TO LAUNCHING A BUSINESS IN HIGH SCHOOL, from Someone Who Has Done It

by Neal Taparia The former Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Imagine Easy Solutions, now the Co-Founder of SOTA Par tners, focused on incubating and advising new businesses (from Impossible Foods to Solitaired).

always thought it was fun to discover ways to make

I had my mom drive me to Walgreens where I purchased

money.

five miniature fans for $2 each. The next day, I sold those

In 1999, during my sophomore year in high school,

fans to my classmates for $5 each, making $25 in revenue,

the air conditioning went out. While students were

covering my costs of $10, and making $15 in profit. Not

sweating going from class to class, I saw an oppor tunit y.

bad for a high school student.

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Later, when I star ted learning about building websites in computer science class, I saw more oppor tunities.

teachers promoted it because students would cite more, helping them avoid plagiarism.

A s a ver y amateaur magican, I thought there was an oppor tunit y to build an ecommerce site to source, sell,

GROWING AND NEVER LOOKING BACK

and teach magic tricks with videos. I purchased RabbitHat.

Soon, word was spreading, and hundreds of students

com and star ted sending old-school faxes to magic trick

across the Chicago-land area, where we were high school

manufac turers around the world. But when we found

students, were using it. Then the Chicago Tribune covered

that we needed $5,000 to purchase inventor y from one

our website, and thousands of students began using EasyBib.

manufac turer, I decided to move on.

In college, my friend and I would work on the site in our spare time, and did our internship in the same city so we

THE “AHA! ” MOMENT

could build out EasyBib and explore more ideas. By the time

In 2001, during my junior year, af ter being assigned a

we graduated, millions of students were using the site.

paper, a high school friend and I star ted talking about how

In 2008, after two years of having corporate jobs, my friend

frustrating bibliographies can be with all their formatting

and I decided we wanted to be entrepreneurs and turn EasyBib

rules. With our knowledge of building websites, a light

into a great education technology company. We learned how to

bulb went of f. What if we automate the process of creating

monetize the site with ads and subscriptions, and sold a premium

citations by finding and formatting all the information

version to schools and universities. We expanded our features to

needed to cite a book, website, or any other source.

cover plagiarism checking and grammar checking. We went from

We spent t wo months af ter school working at each

one employee to sixty. We acquired all our competition.

other ’s houses and introduced EasyBib.com. To get the

By 2016, we were doing $20M in revenue and decided

word out, we put flyers around the school and promoted it

to become a big business, we should join a larger one. We

on AOL chat rooms. Our fellow students loved the product

sold our business for $60M to Chegg, where we continued

because it saved them hours while writing a paper and our

to grow the business.

1. Identify a problem or find something you can do better.

If you pay attention, there are all sor ts of problems around you. Perhaps the bus takes too long to get to school and the ride is incredibly boring. Can you solve this problem?

Alternatively, are there solutions that you think you can significantly improve? Is there a way you can improve SAT test preparation by ten fold?

If you can solve the problem, or do something better, ask yourself these questions?

Is it something others would pay for? Are there enough people who would use the ser vice?Is it a nice to have or a must have?Would people be extremely disappointed HOW TO START A BUSINESS IN HIGH SCHOOL While

we

were

always

entrepreneurial,

without your solution? we

never

For us, creating citations was a major pain point. We

anticipated that a product we started in high school could

knew if we created an elegant solution, it would solve our

lead us on such a journey. If you want to start a business

own problem, and likely for millions of students.

and explore entrepreneurship as a student, here my advice:

Recently, we launched a new business called Solitaired.

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We saw that there was a large audience who wanted

When I was in high school, my friend and I were learning

brain training, and we thought there was a better way of

how to build websites ourselves, and we managed to build

of fering brain training by connecting it to classic games

EasyBib on our own. If you spend the time, pick up skills

like solitaire. Now over a million games have been played

that allow you to build on your own, whether it be coding

on our platform.

or 3D printing. It will be invaluable to you down the road.

More impor tantly, when you star t building, keep it simple. Get a workable product out there to see if people

2. Get user feedback.

really want to use it. I’ve built many products where I received positive feedback, only to find that the market

While you think you may have identified a problem, make

reception was poor. The most impor tant feedback you can

sure other people also have the same issues. Do other

get is if people actually use and benefit from your product,

students also have a long and boring bus commute? Talk

so build your product in a way where you can get that

to as many people as you can to understand if this is a

answer as fast as possible.

problem, and what their ideal solutions are.

You might find that time again students want a ser vice where they can go to school safely with their friends. You

5. Start marketing.

might even find that their parents are willing to spend money on that ser vice. This will give you conviction that if you build something, it will get adoption.

With EasyBib, we asked dozens of fellow students if they also disliked citations like us, and they did!

If you have a product that people not only use, but one where they ’ll gladly recommend it to others, then you’re on to something. You have a product with organic grow th potential. With EasyBib, we found that students liked it so much they would tell their friends about it.

Now you have to tell the world about your product.

3. Brainstorm solutions.

There are all sor ts of marketing channels you can use to reach your target audience: Facebook, Instagram,

When getting feedback, really listen to the issues at

TikTok, search engines, T V, press, radio etc. Some are free

hand. By deeply understanding the problem, you can then

and some require capital. Methodically test which one of

think of ways to build the right solution.

these channels allow you to reach your target audience. If

You might find that students don’t necessarily hate riding the bus, but just want a way to play games together on the bus.

something works, double down on it.

For us, we tried ever y thing under the sun. The Chicago Tribune covered us because I emailed ever y Chicagoland

Based on what you hear, brainstorm ways to address the

newspaper to explain we were students helping other

problem. We drew out what a website would look like that

students. As we learned more about digital marketing,

could automate citations, and heard positive feedback.

we found that search engines and teacher-influencer

Use powerpoint or Google Presentations to show people

marketing were one of our best channels to find users.

your solution, and gauge if it ’s something they would use.

Just Do It, and Embrace Failure

Lastly, keep your solutions simple, and focus on one key

Many people have ideas, but few tr y to turn them into

feature that will satisf y your user. It ’s easy to dream and

realit y. It ’s what distinguishes those with ideas, and those

overcomplicate. The challenge is to stay focused on the

who become entrepreneurs.

features that matter. For us, we stayed focused on creating the mechanisms to automate citations, and nothing else.

The truth is it ’s ver y challenging to come up with an idea, build a product, and get people to buy it. However, the process of tr ying comes with incredible learnings. Ever y failure comes with learning and insights that will help you

4. Build quickly and validate.

fur ther down the road.

The best time to star t a business is when you’re young.

For tunately today, it ’s easier than ever to build products, especially online ones. Platforms like Shopif y allow you to

You don’t have the same responsibilities of paying of f debt or taking care of family. Take the risk. It ’s well wor th it.

launch online stores, no-code platforms allow you to easily build apps, and marketplaces like Upwork can connect you with developers.

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Your Future In Business: WHAT CAN YOU EARN?

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, w w w.bls.gov/ooh

he US Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes the

to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations,

Occupational Outlook Handbook ever y year

adding about 476,200 new jobs. Globalization, a growing

which provides data about occupation grow th,

economy, and a complex tax and regulator y environment

the minimum level of education to engage in

are expected to continue to lead to strong demand for

that occupation, and the annual median wage

accountants and auditors. In addition, increasing usage

someone can expect to earn.

According employment

to in

the

US

of data and market research in order to understand

Bureau

business

and

of

Labor

financial

Statistics, operations

occupations is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019

customers

and

product

demand,

and

to

evaluate

marketing strategies, will lead to growing demand for market research analysts.

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MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGES FOR SELECTED BUSINESS OCCUPATIONS OCCUPATION

JOB SUMMARY

ENTRY LEVEL EDUCATION

2019 MEDIAN PAY

ACCOUNTANTS AND AUDITORS

Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records.

Bachelor’s Degree

$73,560

FINANCIAL ANALYSTS

Financial analysts guide businesses and individuals in decisions about expending money to attain profit.

Bachelor’s Degree

$83,660

FUNDRAISERS

Fundraisers organize events and campaigns to raise money and other kinds of donations for an organization.

Bachelor’s Degree

$59,610

ADVERTISING, PROMOTIONS, AND MARKETING MANAGERS

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.

Bachelor’s Degree

$141,490

COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYSTS

Computer systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and find a solution that is more efficient and effective.

Associates Degree

$93,730

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALISTS

Human resources specialists recruit, screen, interview, and place workers. They also handle employee relations, compensation and benefits, and training.

Bachelor’s Degree

$63,490

INSURANCE UNDERWRITERS

Insurance underwriters evaluate insurance applications and decide whether to provide insurance, and under what terms.

Bachelor’s Degree

$71,790

MARKET RESEARCH ANALYSTS

Market research analysts study market conditions to examine potential sales of a product or service.

Bachelor’s Degree

$65,810

PERSONAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS

Personal financial advisors provide advice to help individuals manage their finances and plan for their financial future.

Bachelor’s Degree

$89,330

TAX EXAMINERS, COLLECTORS, AND REVENUE AGENTS

Tax examiners and collectors, and revenue agents determine how much is owed in taxes and collect tax from individuals and businesses on behalf of the government.

Bachelor’s Degree

$55,640

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How do you develop entrepreneurial thinking? You learn from the best. This online course focuses on wildly successful companies such as Netflix and Apple to understand how they work. High school students learn the tools of innovation, how businesses create products, and how they compete. If technolog y, marketing or star t-ups are your passion, this course is for you. You will hear from Dr. Dan Fogel, an award-winning Wake Forest professor, through video lectures and complete interactive projects. Learn more »

WORLD SCHOLARS ACADEMY - ELITE SUMMER COURSES |

worldscholarsacademy.com

$2,495

Join our elite summer business programs introducing state-of-the-ar t concepts in

7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG

economics, f inance, investment, and entrepreneurship taught by world-leading

Online & In-Person

with one-to-one academic guidance, collaborations with other exceptional students,

2 weeks

professional scholars. Discover your future career path and accelerate your success and high-level instruc tion from the world ’s most accomplished educators. Programs are available live online and or in person in Hawaii for aspiring business leaders ages 12-18. Learn more »

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BUSINESS COLLEGES BENTLEY UNIVERSIT Y |

bentley.edu

$54,910 Private Waltham, MA Accounting, Business Economics, Computer Information Systems, Finance, Management, Marketing, Sales

Bentley Universit y is one of the nation’s leading business schools, dedicated to preparing a new kind of business leader. The universit y of fers innovative and integrated business, and ar ts & sciences curricula enabled and enhanced by technolog y. Bentley of fers 20 majors for students to choose from. Learn more »

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTR ATION | $7,056 (in-state) Public Durango, CO Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Marketing

The FLC School of Business Administration develops careerready students in an inclusive, experiential, and student-focused environment. We facilitate and strengthen our commitment to innovative business education and diverse scholarship by facult y members’ engagement in our communit y. Learn more »

NYU STERN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS | $52,820 Private New York, NY Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Marketing

fortlewis.edu/soba

stern.nyu.edu

One of the first schools of business in the United States, NYU Stern welcomed its first class of students in 1900 and quickly established itself as a leader and an innovator of undergraduate business education. Today, NYU Stern’s undergraduate community is vibrant, successful, and proud, and our amazing students and alumni are as diverse and dynamic as the city we call home. Learn more » 2021 TeenLife Guide to Your Future In Business

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QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSIT Y: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS | $48,680 Private Hamden, CT Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources Management, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Biomedical Marketing, Applied Business, Business Analytics

qu.edu/schools/business

Quinnipiac University School of Business provides you with the critical foundations to enjoy long-term career success. Our programs are designed to connect you with the most promising careers of the future as our faculty create engaging and impactful learning experiences.

Student clubs, organizations and extracurricular activities provide many opportunities to apply what you have learned in the classroom to real-world environments and challenges. Learn more »

UMASS-AMHERST: ISENBERG SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT isenberg.umass.edu/programs/undergraduate

$7,895 / $17,889 Public Amherst, MA Accounting, Finance, Hospitality & Tourism, Management, Marketing, Operations, Sports Marketing

At Isenberg, our bright students build bright futures. The Isenberg experience prepares our graduates to arrive in the job market with the skills and experience necessar y to excel in their professions. Isenberg suppor ts its students’ passion for business, social responsibilit y, and being their true selves. As a top-ranked business school, we are proud of our communit y of talented students and facult y. Learn more »

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS | $55,440 Private Winston-Salem, NC Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematical Business

business.wfu.edu/undergraduate-programs

One of the first schools of business in the United States, NYU Stern welcomed its first class of students in 1900 and quickly established itself as a leader and an innovator of undergraduate business education. Today, NYU Stern’s undergraduate community is vibrant, successful, and proud, and our amazing students and alumni are as diverse and dynamic as the city we call home. Learn more »

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USEFUL LINKS » Poets and Quants for Undergrads

» National Beta Club ( focuses on leadership development)

» Business Professionals of America

» National Speech & Debate Association

» DECA ( focuses on marketing, hospitalit y, finance, and management)

PERSONALITY ASSESSMENTS:

» Future Business Leaders of America (FBL A)

» Career Key

» National Business Honor Society

» YouScience

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