The SBI reports focus on a full range of topics including feasibility studies, customer satisfaction surveys, pro forma financial statement development and analysis, and the development of operating systems such as record keeping, purchasing. and inventory control. SBI teams also occasionally engage in community development projects. The program emphasizes practical, realistic and affordable solutions. Professors are interested in students learning the application of business principles in real, dynamic situations. The purpose is to supplement theory and static casebook approaches.
All businesses are eligible to participate.
Non-profit and governmental organizations may also quality. Deliverables Analysis and recommendations are provided in a written case study and oral report at the end of the semester.