Active Learning Curriculum... inside and outside of the classroom
With an emphasis on innovation, creativity and active learning, the program is presented through integrated courses and a defining real-world group project. SBI courses simulate the interdisciplinary nature of business.
Classes are held Monday through Friday, during two sessions per day: 9:00 AM – Noon and 1:00 – 4:00 PM Breaks are provided in both morning and afternoon sessions. The ten week, 16-credit program is delivered in three modules:
- Module I: Business Fundamentals
May 29 – June 4
- Module II: Corporate Responsibility and Financial Management & Reporting
June 5 – July 1
- Module III: Applied Economics and Competitive Effectiveness
July 2 – August 1
The one-credit Professional Success course is integrated throughout Modules I and II.
2013 Course Listings
SBI 1000 (1 Credit) - Professional Success
Focus on life-long career-related skills associated with creating a professional “brand;” interaction with practicing professionals and recruiters from a variety of fields. Topics and activities include: resume writing and critique; interviewing skills and virtual practice interviews; and use of social media in a professional setting
SBI 1001 (1 Credit) - Business Fundamentals
Explores the dynamic nature of business in a changing environment. Cross-functional approach to understanding business operations. Emphasis on purpose of business; how business vision is actualized. Utilizes action-learning, problem-solving approach.
SBI 2005 (3 Credits) - Applied Economics
Introduction to macroeconomics and microeconomics and the application of specific business decisions.
SBI 2006 (3 Credits) - Corporate Responsibility
Core concepts of business law, ethical decision making, corporate social responsibility, and governance.
SBI 3005 (4 Credits) - Financial Management and Reporting
Foundation principles of corporate finance and financial accounting; emphasis on solving business problems.
SBI 3006 (4 Credits) - Competitive Effectiveness
Integration of marketing and management concepts as an approach to creating value in business.
Additional Resources
In addition to the integrated curriculum, extracurricular resources are available to students throughout SBI – and beyond.
The Clay Center at VSB: The Clay Center is VSB’s ‘one-stop shop’ for a holistic array of student services, including academic advising and professional development programs.
Free Tutoring: This service is available twice a week to support classroom instruction.
Applied Finance Lab: Students have access to VSB’s state-of-the art financial research and teaching center where business theory and business practice connect!
Bloomberg Certification: Through the Applied Finance Lab, SBI students have access to Bloomberg terminals and on-site certification.
Wall Street Journal: During SBI, students are given access to electronic and hard copy WSJ, articles of which are often cited in class.
