Apply What You Learn
Accelerator students gain real-world experience that leads to real opportunities. Instead of working on case studies or simulations, you will work as consultants for actual companies to develop real-life business solutions.
Curriculum at a Glance
Accelerator® Summer Business Immersion is designed to help undergraduate students or recent grads learn business by doing business. In 3 weeks, you will immerse yourself in the business world with 40 hours of fundamental coursework—from marketing and branding to operations and logistics—taught by world-class Vanderbilt faculty and successful practitioners. Then you’ll take that knowledge and put it to work on 3 consulting projects for real companies. It’s like gaining the experience of multiple business internships in just 21 days.
You'll also benefit from personalized career coaching and leadership development so you can grow personally and professionally. The program includes career exploration, skill-building workshops, industry panels, resume development, and more. View a sample schedule to get an idea of what a week looks like as an Accelerator student.
Sample Classes & Immersive Experiences
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Discover how 3 weeks can change the trajectory of your career.