During the two weeks of Business Savvy can I work, travel or take an online course?
We do not recommend students work during Business Savvy, take other courses or have additional responsibilities. The course is designed as an intensive two-week experience that requires 90 hours of instructional time plus group work projects and self study. We schedule the program for the first two weeks of Summer Session, so you will have plenty of time to do those things after the program is over.
How are internships filled? Do the participants need to find internships prior to taking part in the class?
More information about the VBSR Internships>>
Are there any prerequisites students need to have taken before Business Savvy?
More information about prerequisites and the class curriculum>>
Are their required books/materials that students need to purchase before the class?
There aren’t any books required for the class and all materials are included in the program fee.
How do meals work during Business Savvy?
Included in the program fee are the following meals:
- Breakfast and lunch on the weekends (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches)
- Networking and Etiquette dinners (8 dinners)
Students will be responsible for all other meals. More information about the UVM Meal Plan>>
What do students do for housing at UVM during Business Savvy?
UVM offers Summer Academic Housing. More details>>
I’m a recent liberal arts graduate who is looking for employment. Is Business Savvy appropriate for me?
Yes, recent graduates with a degree in any field would benefit from Business Savvy. If it has been several years since you graduated and you’ve already had some experience in the business world, you should discuss your individual situation with an advisor by calling (800) 639–3210 or (802) 656–2085.
I’m thinking of enrolling in an MBA or some type of graduate business program. (My degree is in psychology.) Would Business Savvy help prepare me for graduate school?
While Business Savvy is not designed to help you with specific prerequisites for graduate school, it would give you a chance to explore your interest in business. This intensive experience may assist you in deciding whether to pursue graduate study in the field of business. Business Savvy acquaints you with specific business functions and concepts and helps you acquire an integrated, multi–dimensional understanding of business.
Although I’m only in my first year of college, I’m 22 years old and worked for several years before enrolling full time. Is Business Savvy for someone like me?
Your background, experiences and readiness to benefit from this type of program will depend on several factors besides your class year. A certain level of maturity is key to taking advantage of the small–group activities. Because of your life experience, Business Savvy might be very appropriate. Talk it over with an advisor by calling (800) 639–3210 or (802) 656–2085.
How do I park on campus for Business Savvy?
Commuter and residential summer students can obtain parking permits through UVM Student Parking Services.
Commuter summer parking rate is $6.00 per week.
Residential living on-campus summer parking rate is $14.00 per week.
When you arrive on campus, visit UVM Student Parking Services at 38 Fletcher Place, Burlington, VT 05405 (map)
Regular Office Hours:
7:30am — 4:00pm
Contact:
Phone: (802) 656-8686
Fax: (802) 656-6550
Email: parking@uvm.edu
Still have questions?
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Phone: (800) 639–3210 or (802) 656–2085
