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2016 Summer Youth Business and

Entrepreneurship Academy

NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

ABOUT SYBEANorth Carolina Central University (NCCU) School of Business in partnership with the Executive Leadership Council presents an exciting opportunity for high school students to participate in a 2-week residential Summer Youth Business and Entrepreneurship Academy (SYBEA).  

Mission Statement“NCCU Summer Business and Entrepreneurship

Academy exposes a diverse group of youth to careers in professional management and promotes academic

excellence.”

The School of Business at North Carolina Central University prepares students for success and global leadership in the 21st century. The School of Business prepares students for today’s careers

in major fields of business administration and management. Initiatives such as the Summer Youth Business and

Entrepreneurship Academy offer opportunities for talented high school students to learn key skills on a university campus.

ABOUT ELCThe Executive Leadership Council is a national organization comprised of current and former African-American CEOs and senior executives at Fortune 500 and equivalent companies. We are proud to acknowledge ELC as our corporate sponsor.

Value of Participation= $2500Cost to Selected Participants= $0 (cost is covered by the ELC’s contribution in the form of a scholarship for selected students)

Learning OutcomesEntrepreneurship Education

Improved academic performance, school attendance; and educational attainment

Increased problem-solving and decision-making abilities Improved interpersonal relationships, teamwork, money

management, and public speaking skills Job readiness Enhanced social psychological development (self-esteem,

ego development, self-efficacy), and Perceived improved health status

Source: Logic Models and Outcomes for Youth Entrepreneurship Programs (2001), a report by the D.C. Children and Youth Investment Corporation

Learning OutcomesSoft Skills

Adaptability- I feel more comfortable in surroundings that are unfamiliar to me.

Interpersonal Skills- I feel more comfortable introducing myself to people I don't know.

Leadership Skills- I feel more comfortable leading groups. Networking Skills- I feel more comfortable searching out

for professional development resources and organizations. Social Skills- I feel more comfortable speaking in class and

making new friends. Academic Skills- I feel as though I'm a better student,

because of this opportunity.

Academy Details

Residential Facilities and Meals   Students will participate in a fully immersed collegiate experience on the campus of North Carolina Central University including 3 meals a day.

Lectures taught by host NCCU professors and local business leaders. Topics include introductory business courses in marketing, entrepreneurship, leadership and ethics.

Corporate visits to help students gain exposure to the application of business principles in the real world as they interact with local corporate executives during on-site visits.

Business plan development and team competition with participants to derive a business plan for a new idea. A panel of judges from the business community will evaluate the plan and a prize will be awarded to the winning team.

Date: Sunday, June 19, 2016 thru Friday, July 1, 2016

Eligibility

Enrolled (in Fall 2016) in high school in the 10th, 11th, and 12th  grade.

A cumulative 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale (B average or higher) Excellent attendance record Extra-curricular activities and involvement Students with GPA lower than 3.0 and involved in

significant extra-curricular activities may be considered

Application materials checklist:

Completed application form (please include an email address that you check regularly in the application form)

Statement of Purpose Official high school transcript Recommendation letter from high school counselor/other

academic reference.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2016NEW ONLINE APPLICATION

Residential FacilityOpened in fall 2011, Chidley North Residence Hall houses 517 students in corridor and suite style accommodations. The hall has a laundry, kitchen and study room on each floor. There are lounges in every wing, a classroom and computer lab on the second floor, and Wi-Fi throughout.

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MealsAll of the participants’ meals are fully funded throughout the program. Students will have meal cards that will allow them breakfast, lunch and dinner in our newly remodeled state of the art Dining Facility.

MerchandiseAll Students will have special merchandise specifically created for them at this year’s SYBEA cohort.

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2016 Industry Emphasis

ENTREPRENEURSHIP WITH EMPHASIS ON SOCIAL

RESPONSIBILITY

What is Corporate Social Responsibility?

Overview of Week 1

Week 1 Introduction to the Case

Study Competition Professional

Development Workshops Corporate Visits

(companies that have display social interest)

Business Principle and Foundation Workshop by industry leaders and School of Business Professors

Experiences: Etiquette Luncheon Toruk- Cirque Du Soleil Trip to Washington, D.C.

Visit with Congressman G.K. Butterfield, Executive Director of Global Peace Foundation, Alan Inman, and other business leaders and alumni

Sightsee Monuments Eat at Iconic Restaurants Busch Gardens Trip

Overview of Week 2

Week 2 Guest Lecturers from

location and national entrepreneurs

Tour of American Underground

Site Visit with companies in the case study competition

Additional Workshop and Professional Development Activities

Case Study Competition

Experiences: American Underground

Rooftop Networking Experience

Social Evening Activities:

Popcorn and Movies, Game Night, etc.

Orientations

There will be both an in-person orientation as well as an online orientation for both parents and students

prior to the start of the academy.

Any Questions?www.nccu.edu/business/summer-academy