Summer Business Institute - Participant Comments
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“Coming into the Summer Business Institute, I didn’t know what to expect. I wasn’t sure how business would help me, since my degree was in cinema television. Completing the program was one of the best experiences of my life. It’s opened the door to a whole host of new possibilities. I’m now pursuing a career in the financial sector—which is about the farthest thing from film there is. SBI changed my life and my future.”
Tom Hauser, SBI ’12
Southern Methodist University, Cinema Television
“The Summer Business Institute was challenging and inspiring. In just four weeks, I gained priceless knowledge that has enhanced my resumé and guided me toward a new career path. Through the tireless dedication of my instructors, I was able to grasp business concepts and learn how to approach professional situations with confidence and skill.”
Morgan Davidson, SBI ‘12
Southern Methodist University, Art History/Italian Area Studies
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“SBI helped me develop an understanding of fundamental business principles and gave me the working knowledge I need to be a competitive applicant for business-related programs.”
Mitu Ramgopal, SBI ’11
University of Minnesota, Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
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“SBI gave me a solid grounding in all aspects of corporate culture. The professors kept me interested in the material—even accounting—and were truly invested in their students. Our field trips to Cowboys Stadium and The Richards Group made me realize how much I had learned in only a few weeks. Now I don’t have to learn basic business on the fly. I have a step up on my competition.”
April Philley, SBI ‘10
Vanderbilt University, Sociology and Philosophy
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“The Summer Business Institute gave me the tools I needed to be successful in one of the highest-ranking MBA programs in the country. It was a priceless investment in my future that I’d recommend to anyone who’s looking to expand their horizons.”
Maura C. Bellmio, SBI’10
SMU, MA/MBA, Arts Management
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Daniel Briesch, SBI ‘10
SMU, English
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- “ The professors are fantastic and I know significantly more than I did before enrolling. I think everyone should take this program.”
• Jacquelin Sewell
SBI ‘06 - New York University
Social Science and Political Science
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- “ I enjoyed it; I thought I would suffer there. SBI is the reason I’m actually doing well in business school! I fully expected the SBI classes to be taught by graduate students, but they’re all taught by SMU professors.”
• Gwyneth G. Gravelle
SBI ’08 - Duke University
Asian Languages & Literature
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- “ I had an extremely positive experience at the Summer Business Institute. For me, the highlight was working with and learning from the Cox professors of undergraduate and graduate programs.”
• Katie Brattain
SBI ‘09 - Southern Methodist University
Spanish and Markets & Culture
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- “ Of all the extracurricular and volunteer activities I was involved with during my undergraduate years, choosing to participate in the SMU Cox Summer Business Institute is by far the best decision I made for my career.”
• C. Halle Smith
SBI ‘07 - Southern Methodist University
Political Science
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- “ I am glad to have found out about the program in time to join! I have really learned a lot and will be able to take home a wealth of knowledge. A+ on this program.”
• Anne-Marie Corley
SBI ’07 - Stanford University
Slavic Languages and Literatures
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- " The instructors were out standing. The knowledge I gain from the courses will be invaluable to my future as it has greatly increased my interest in business."
• Oliver Stone
SBI '03 - Emory University
History
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- “ Before the Institute, I didn’t understand business concepts. Thanks to the help of the SMU instructors, I have the courage to enter the job market, feeling confident that I have competitive edge.”
• Laurie Anne Feltus
SBI '03 - University of the South
English
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- " The instructors were well organized and taught with enthusiasm. I can now apply to business school with confidence and succeed. I have already recommended this program to others."
• Bryan Hixon
SBI '04 - Duke University
Psychology
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- “ The program was extremely useful for those who want to learn an overview of business environments.”
• Justin Fountain
SBI '02 - Texas A&M University
Mechanical Engineering
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- “ The quality of this program was outstanding! I have acquired knowledge of all business fundamentals that I will need to be a successful individual in corporate America.”
• Shannon Blount
SBI '03 - Southern Methodist University
Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
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- “ The Summer Business Institute gave me a stronger grasp of current business ideas and trends. The faculty was excellent and they provided the tools I need to become confident in the business world.”
• Richard Burt
SBI '03 - University of Tennessee
Urban Studies
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