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Freshman Business Initiative

The Freshman Business Initiative (FBI) is a learning community that helps freshmen successfully transition to college and Mays Business School, while developing writing, critical thinking, and business skills.

Program Overview

Summary

Credit Hours: 0-3

Eligible Applicants: Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Business Majors Prerequisites: BUSN 101 or equivalent course at Mays

Program Benefits

The FBI Peer Leader Program enables upper-level Mays students to mentor freshmen in BUSN 101, applying and refining essential business skills like communication, critical thinking, leadership, teamwork, and project management. Peer Leaders also collaborate with faculty to develop teaching skills valuable for future careers.