A month-long Business Certificate Program for Non-Business Majors Would you like to gain a competitive-edge to stand out among other job candidates?

Why the Cox Summer Business Institute? Improve qualifications for career opportunities in business, especially when competing with other non-business majors. Receive a credential from one of the top-ranked business schools in the nation. Demonstrate to potential employers that the basics of business have been mastered. Gain the skills necessary for quick initial success on the job. Network with other students from top-ranked schools throughout the region and nation.

Program Dates: May 31- June 26, 2009 Download Online Brochure (PDF) ** Application for the program is currently open. Click here to  - APPLY NOW ** Register before March 31, 2009 and receive a $500 discount.

What does the Summer Business Institute feature? Emphasis on the hard skills in accounting, finance, marketing, and operations as well as economics, entrepreneurship and business law. Resume development, interviewing activities, and access to on-campus career planning resources. Accomplished Cox instructors who challenge students with high level content throughout the program.

The Summer Business Institute is a four-week non-credit business certificate program for juniors, seniors, and recent graduate non-business majors. The program starts at the beginning with business basics and helps you broaden your knowledge and understanding of business through in-classroom and out-of-classroom experiences. You’ll study Accounting, Finance, Marketing, and Operations Management/IT. You’ll also gain hands-on knowledge by going behind the scenes at  area companies located in the thriving business center of Dallas, Texas.  Career planning activities will include practical components in resume writing and interviewing skills. You’ll leave the Summer Business Institute armed with the critical business skills, tools, and credentials to help you shine in the workplace and reach your goals.