SBS-HC310 Honors Challenge Understanding the Amazing Boston Economy A Roadmap
Most students are unaware of the vast range of opportunities right under their noses as citizens of the Boston area. This course explores the fundamental drivers of the greater Boston economy and is designed to give students a full appreciation of the dynamism and emerging economic potential in the Boston job market -- and will guide students in crafting their own strategies for pursuing local job opportunities. The course is designed to be a roadmap for students looking to get a start in the Boston economy. After providing an in-depth exploration of the pillars of the Boston economy, the course will track how greater Boston evolved after World War II to become a leader in technology and financial services. The course will then drill down sector by sector, exploring a range of local companies, both large and small, that are helping shape the economic future of the region. Drawing from an assortment of sources, including Boston Business Journal research, students will learn about the regions fastest-growing sectors and the fastest-growing companies, and hear first-hand from an assortment of business leaders about their businesses and Bostons relative strengths and weaknesses.
Prerequisite
Student has satisfied all of the following Student has cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.300 Or ( Student has satisfied all of the following Student has satisfied all of the following Academic Unit (Computed) in the selection list Accounting, Accounting and Business Law, Business Administration, Business Administration Executive, Business Analytics, Business Law and Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Health Administration, Information System, Information Systems and Operations Management, INTO Sawyer Business School, Management and Entrepreneurship, Management Studies, Marketing, Moakley Center for Public Management, Public Administration, Public Administration and Health Administration, Sawyer Business School, Strategy and International Business Or Programs of Study any in the selection list Business Economics Major BSBA And Student has satisfied all of the following Student is a member of the Honors Summary All Student Cohort )