This course introduces new students to the traditions and procedures of the university and of the School of Business Administration. The course sets forth a model of a business firm showing how all the functional areas of business fit into the activities of a firm. This model is then viewed in each core course so that students see business as an integrated holistic process. Most importantly, the course teaches new students how to plan their total educational experience.
Planning occurs at two levels.
The first centers on the student's four year college experience. This includes planning courses, but also includes planning leadership activities, service activities, relevant work experiences, study abroad opportunities and others. Students are taught that college consists of a lot more than just checking required courses off a list, and that the best jobs go to those who are prepared to show leadership potential. During this first year course, business students are put in touch electronically with UD's Career Placement Center . It also includes a UD alumni network where students can contact UD alums for advice about interviews and careers.