We’re excited to introduce an enhancement to the Ciocca Center’s Certificate programs! Starting this fall, Fullbridge will be replaced with an all new Business Basics. This workshop offers a comprehensive and dynamic, high-impact learning experience designed to give students a clear and practical understanding of how business really works. Students can expect to build their business acumen, explore career pathways in business, and prepare for internships and jobs.
Why this change?
Business Basics is designed to support Certificate students by:
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- Providing a broader, more comprehensive experience across key business functions, including product, marketing, sales, finance, business strategy/consulting, and more.
- Offering a more hands-on, applied learning model. Students will put concepts into practice through a series of experiential activities and a capstone “buildathon”. They will also work in a team to develop a startup concept to compete for a $1,000 grand prize.
- Creating a format that is easier to participate in, with a streamlined three-day schedule.
- Making the experience more accessible and affordable, with a program cost of $350 per student.
Who is affected?
This update impacts:
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- Students in the Business Fundamentals and Entrepreneurship Certificates who have not yet completed the Fullbridge requirement.
Students that have already completed Fullbridge have satisfied this requirement and are not required to participate in Business Basics.
Next steps
Business Basics will take place twice per academic year during fall and winter breaks, and is offered on campus with daily sessions from 9am – 4:30pm.
Learn more and Apply for Business Basics
We are excited about this program update and look forward to seeing you in the program!