Business Management Orientation

Course Description

This course is designed to help new students prepare for meaningful business-related internships and careers within the context of becoming disciple leaders. Key areas of focus are:

  1. How to network effectively using such tools as LinkedIn.
  2. Preparing for and conducting effective Informational Interviews with mentors.
  3. Using BYU-I resources to conduct industry and company analyses.
  4. Preparing a 4-year graduation plan.

Course Objectives

  1. Gain a better understanding of the mission of BYU-Idaho and further your development in becoming a Disciple of Jesus Christ.
  2. Expand your understanding of the main functional areas of business and the careers associated with them.
  3. Gain an understanding of the Business Management program.
  4. Gain an understanding of what is needed to prepare for a chosen career.
  5. Be able to make a better informed decision on career and academic plans.
  6. Learn how to effectively network with business professionals.
  7. Prepare a professional resume.