Experiential Learning
At the Middleton School of Entrepreneurship & Management, learning goes far beyond lectures and textbooks. Students actively develop, test, and refine ideas through hands-on experiences that mirror the real world of entrepreneurship. Whether crafting business plans, analyzing markets, or building growth strategies, students gain practical skills by doing the work themselves.
A hallmark of the experience is the opportunity to participate in business plan and pitch competitions, where students present ideas to judges, receive valuable feedback, and compete for funding and recognition. Outside the classroom, internships, community partnerships, and connections with entrepreneurs and industry professionals further enhance learning. Together, these experiences prepare graduates to think boldly, communicate confidently, and turn ideas into action in today’s competitive business landscape.
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Below are just a few of the impactful opportunities for students to participate in:
- Internships - Internships provide students with real-world experience, helping them build professional skills and make valuable industry connections.
- Student Competitions - Competing in national and international competitions allow students to test their skills, gain industry recognition, and build confidence on a global stage.
- Business Plan Competition - Students are challenged to develop comprehensive, real-world business plans and present them to industry professionals. They gain hands on experience to turn their ideas into viable ventures, and have the opportunity to earn cash prizes to launch their business.
- Pitch Competition - Students are provided the opportunity to present innovative business ideas to a panel of expert judges, gain valuable feedback, and win cash prizes!
- Enhanced Curriculum - Courses integrate hands-on learning , real-world problem solving, and industry engagement to prepare students for today's dynamic business environment.
