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Berkeley Business Academy for Youth: Middle School Entrepreneurship teaches middle school students what it really means to be an entrepreneur by creating, running, and closing down their own business in an intensive 2-week porgram.
Non-credit
Commuter
Accepts International Students
Final project
This hands-on approach to learning–guided by experienced professors, mentors, and real entrepreneurs–introduces students to business fundamentals such as finance, marketing, and accounting. You will learn about entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility. At the same time, you will develop leadership and teamwork skills that will serve you well in life.
Every year, middle school students from around the globe spend two weeks in the B-BAY program where:
- Corporate guest speakers share their insights and real-world experience;
- Class sessions are taught by professors, PhD candidates, and undergraduate students at Berkeley Haas;
- Students work individually and in teams on classroom projects.
Like any good summer program you’ll also get a personalized, guided tour of the UC Berkeley campus.
Middle school students who participate in B-BAY:
- Build confidence and learn about your strengths through teamwork.
- Learn business fundamentals and vocabulary.
- Create a business and learn what it takes to survive against competition.
- Learn to use computer software essential to business.
- Develop communication skills as you present what you have learned.
- Have fun!
On-campus, commuter
B-BAY courses are taught by Haas faculty, PhD candidates and undergraduate students. Guest speakers from industry bring real-world perspective to the discussion. Class projects develop students’ teamwork, leadership, and communication skills. Students explore:
Teamwork
Learn the five stages of team formation, group process organization, problem-solving strategies, and leadership and communication skills essential to effective teamwork.
Entrepreneurship
Learn the four main characteristics of entrepreneurship and how entrepreneurs identify market needs and structure their businesses.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Understand the roles and responsibilities of business in society and how a written code of ethics can serve as a framework for decision making and customer commitment.
Business Principles
Learn about supply and demand, profitability, product development, and ROI, and perform a SWOT analysis.
Financial Accounting
Learn how to prepare financial reports that explain a company’s performance to investors, creditors, and tax authorities. Become familiar with income statements, balance sheets, financial planning concepts, and finance strategies.
Marketing
Explore what motivates consumers, and learn how to develop a marketing plan. Discover the different components of marketing, including advertising and promotions, sales, public and media relations, and customer service/satisfaction.
Computer Skills
Learn the essential computer tools used to conduct research, compile information, and develop PowerPoint presentations.
Age:
Applicants must be in grades 6, 7, or 8.
International Students:
COVID-19 Requirements:
- Due to COVID-19, new requirements are in place. Check if your destination has travel restrictions and bring a completed copy of travel documents if needed.
- A face covering is required by U.S. federal law at the airport and onboard flights. In addition, passengers flying to the U.S. from another country, including U.S. citizens, must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 3 days of departure, or documentation of recovery. These rules do not apply to children under 2. Passengers who may be exempt from wearing a face-covering due to a disability must contact us before travel.
Visa Requirement
Because B-BAY is a non-credit, two-week program
- Citizens of countries who need a visa to enter the United States should obtain a B-2 “Visitor for Pleasure” visa, not an F-1 student visa. This allows students to enjoy tourist activities as well as to participate in B-BAY.
- Citizens of countries who participate in the Visa Waiver Program should enter the U.S. in WT “Waiver Tourist” status which permits the same flexibility.
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Application Requirements:
1 - Essay:
Essays must be written by the student. Applicants are required to: Write an essay in English* (1 page, single spaced, 12-point font and insert header including Last Name, First Name in the upper right corner) that responds to the following:
*A Defining Principles of BerkeleyHaas is “Beyond Yourself”. Tell us about one of your favorite experiences working in a team. Explain. Describe an idea or method that you have innovated towards a positive social change.*Why do you want to attend the Berkeley Business Academy for Youth middle school session?* If English is not your native language, please write one paragraph describing your English educational background and experience.
2 - Teacher Recommendation Form:
Students must provide the B-BAY Teacher Recommendation form to one teacher with instructions to email the completed form to [email protected]. Forms submitted by the student will not be accepted.
3 - Application Fees
A non-refundable $80 application fee must accompany the completed application. Applications will not be reviewed if fees are not included.
Deadline
Application Deadline: February 28, 2024 at 5 pm PST
Students are encouraged to apply prior to the application deadline as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
You must submit your online application by the close of business Pacific Standard Time. Supporting documents such as recommendations and transcripts can be submitted after the deadline, no later than the close of business April 29, 2024.
Applications will not be reviewed until all required documents and the application fees are submitted
When we receive your complete application (your application form, essay, all supplemental materials, and the application fee), you will be notified by e-mail. An admissions decision will be made and e-mailed to you within two weeks.
Enrolling: Students admitted into the Berkeley Business Academy for Youth have 10 days (weekends included) from your acceptance date to enroll online and pay the program fees. You are not enrolled until full payment is received.
Jun 10 - Jun 21
2 weeks
Commuter
Jun 10 - Jun 21
2 weeks
Commuter
Commuting:
California Residents: $3,500*
Out of State: $4,000*
*This amount covers the cost of tuition, materials, UC campus fees, bank/credit card fees, third party system, administrative fees and housing (where applicable).
It does not coverRequired Health Services Fee (not included in tuition): Students must provide proof of health insurance.
Financial Aid
No financial aid is available.
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