If you’re interested in business analytics, summer programs can help you explore how organizations use data, technology, and strategy to make decisions. These opportunities introduce you to areas like finance, economics, entrepreneurship, data science, and operations while helping you build skills in analysis, communication, and problem-solving. They also provide exposure to professional and academic environments where quantitative thinking is applied to real-world business c

This blog reviews the Business Institute Program at UMD’s Smith School, ideal for high schoolers pursuing business skills.