Those students who continue on to PreMBA II directly apply the skills learned in this course to team-based, client focused projects. Social Skills Students actively participate in social events through their interaction with students from the EI and the University of Colorado. PreMBA students also have the opportunity to attend the EI's social events such as a weekly Conversation Hour. Other optional social events include picnics, golf, baseball games, and more. The PreMBA personal coach provides customized support while also encouraging students to develop strategies needed to improve their skill areas.
Attention is placed on identifying the key problems and issues in a case.
Students sharpen their critical thinking skills and learn how to write a well substantiated case analysis. 5616 Readings in Business Helps students improve their academic reading, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills using business readings, such as current articles from Harvard Business Review and Sloan Management Review. Students discuss the readings in class and learn strategies for responding to questions on essay exams. Emphasis is placed on writing well developed, coherent essays. Skills Familiarizes students with the basic techniques required to prepare and give persuasive presentations on various business topics.