Future business leaders will have a new level of competition this fall when the Hull College of Business hosts its first contest for two high school organizations devoted to business, FBLA and DECA. Dean Thompson says the platform will provide an opportunity to hone their business skills.
If your high school-aged child has an interest in business, there are a few clubs they can join. In today’s 2 Questions with the Dean—Dean Thompson of the Hull College of Business explains how HCOB is working with high schools on a special competition. ABD: Can you define what DECA and FBLA are, and the actual competition that you have? HULL: There are two different chapters, but they tend to have regional and state-level type competitions that fit within the domain of business. So, one of the things that we
Two high school organizations devoted to business, FBLA and DECA, may soon have a new outlet for honing their competitive skills. The Hull College of Business wants to create a platform prior to the two groups’ regional and state contests.
Chances are, you’ve heard about “Shark Tank”. Augusta University’s Hull College of Business does something similar. Here are 2 questions for the Dean to explain Hull’s version and how it promotes getting a taste of the real world. ABD: What is the case competition for students? HULL: So, our Case Competition is an event that we hold every year where students pair up and they form teams. And as a team, they get a case that they then work on with a faculty mentor, they write a memo outlining various
Each year, the Hull College of Business student is paired with a mentor to develop a case that may result in a $3000 top prize. Here’s the scoop on the case competition.
The Hull College of Business is at the forefront of helping your high school-aged students transition into both college and adulthood. In today’s 2 Questions for the Dean segment, Dean Thompson explains how students are getting an early start to college and life. ABD: So, how does your dual enrollment program work? HULL: So, Augusta University has a dual enrollment program with the high schools and where the high school student can take college classes, given that they meet certain admissions criteria. It is at no cost to the students.
If your high school student wants to get a jump start in business and economics, the Hull College of Business may have just what they are looking for, if they meet the requirements.
If you or your high school-aged child is interested in undergraduate or Masters level education at the Hull College of Business, you might wonder who the professors are. Click below to find out what fields they specialize in. ABD: You have a very diverse faculty that is part of the whole college of business, and do they have, or what types of different areas of expertise do they bring to the community? HULL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS: Our faculty are some of the leading experts in their respective fields, from management,
The courses at HCoB are geared towards all areas of business and can provide solutions to challenges your company may face. Dean Mark Thompson explains how it works.
One of the most overlooked (and powerful) partnerships in any business? Strategy and HR. Back in my corporate days, leaders would often ask, “What’s HR’s strategy?” My answer? “It’s the business strategy.” HR should not only align with, but help shape the future of your organization, especially when it comes to recruiting and people development. This month, we’re digging into how to connect your long-term vision with real-world talent decisions. Step One: Zoom Out Before you post another job ad or schedule your next interview, take 30 minutes to reflect
