PREP Resource Guide
Business and Management
PwC Accounting Careers Leadership Institute
The PricewaterhouseCoopers Accounting Careers Leadership Institute is a week-long, hands-on opportunity for Latino/a and African American or Black high school juniors (rising seniors) to learn more about the accounting profession and about the key role accountants play in society. Throughout the program, students work directly with Bryant University faculty, staff, and students, as well as professionals from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the largest professional services firm in the world.
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2024 information not yet available. Will update when available.
Bentley University Wall Street 101
Wall Street 101 is a competitive experiential learning program for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in global finance and investing, including stocks, bonds, currencies and commodities. The sessions, designed in an age-appropriate manner, introduce students to the art and science of trading, investing, and managing a portfolio. In small classes led by Bentley-trained faculty with industry experience, students participate in lectures, case analyses, interactive trading simulations and presentations by Wall Street professionals.
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A limited number of scholarships are available (otherwise can be pretty expensive). Apply ASAP for maximum funding.
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Babson Summer Study
At Babson Summer Study, an intensive pre-college summer program, you'll cultivate the entrepreneurial mindset needed to create opportunities where others see obstacles. Immersed in our unique Entrepreneurial Thought & Action® methodology for turning ideas into action, you’ll gain practical skills and an unparalleled perspective on real-world business challenges to create value for yourself and for society. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023.
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Expensive program but FULL financial aid available. Apply ASAP!
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Suffolk University Summer Entrepreneurship Program
This immersive three-week program provides hands-on experience in class, through team projects, and across visits with Boston’s top entrepreneurial organizations. You’ll meet real-world business-execs and successful entrepreneurs who will share their experiences and perspectives with you. And this experience will culminate in an exciting event where you’ll present your own new concept.
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This program is offered at no cost to participating students. Lunch will be provided daily, and students will receive a local subway/bus pass to cover your commute to and from campus and field trips (commuter rail passes and/or parking costs are not included).
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Designed for rising seniors but rising juniors may be considered on a space-available basis and are welcome to apply.