2025 Business Academy: June 15-17
Registration Deadline: May 16
Cost: $100
For questions or more information about the USD Business Academy, please email [email protected].
Education & Exploration
The USD Business Academy is an exciting, hands-on summer camp hosted by the University of South Dakota’s Beacom School of Business. Designed for high school students eager to explore the world of business, this camp offers a wide range of interactive sessions. Students will engage in dynamic presentations, participate in group activities, and hear from industry experts about their careers. Outside of learning, campers will enjoy fun activities like games, movies, and social events, all designed to foster teamwork and leadership skills in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. The USD Business Academy provides an unforgettable experience to kickstart your future in business.
Students have the opportunity to select 4 sessions to attend:
- Accounting
- Agribusiness Leadership
- Business Analytics
- Economics
- Finance
- Health Services Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
Why You Should Attend
- Receive a $500 scholarship to be applied towards a business major at USD
- Explore 4 different business fields
- Speak with the business leaders in various industries
- Meet fellow students from other high schools and create lasting friendships.
- Engage in fun activities such as a movie at the Vermillion Theater, Games at the USD Esports Arena, and explore the USD Wellness Center
Business Academy Details
Sunday – June 15
4:15–5:15 p.m. Camper Check-In – Coyote Village
5:30–6:15 p.m. Welcome Dinner – Muenster University Center
6:45–7 p.m. Camp Rules – Beacom School of Business
7–9 p.m. Game Night – Beacom School of Business
Monday – June 16
8:15–8:45 a.m. Breakfast – Muenster University Center
9–11 a.m. Session 1 – Beacom School of Business
11–11:45 a.m. Speaker 1 – Beacom School of Business
12–12:45 p.m. Lunch – Muenster University Center
1–3 p.m. Session 1 – Beacom School of Business
3–3:45 p.m. Speaker 2 – Beacom School of Business
4:15–5:45 p.m. Wellness Center – Wellness Center
6–6:30 p.m. Dinner – Muenster University Center
7-9:30 p.m. Movie Night – Vermillion Theater
Tuesday – June 17
8:15–8:45 a.m. Breakfast – Muenster University Center
9–11 a.m. Session 3 – Beacom School of Business
11–11:45 a.m. Speaker 3 – Beacom School of Business
12–12:45 p.m. Lunch – Muenster University Center
1–3 p.m. Session 4 – Beacom School of Business
3–3:45 p.m. Speaker 4 – Beacom School of Business
3:45–4:30 p.m. Admissions Presentation – Beacom School of Business
6–6:30 p.m. Closing Dinner – Muenster University Center
7-9:30 p.m. Dorm Check Out – Coyote Village
Students will be housed in air-conditioned residence halls located on USD’s campus at Coyote Village. Students may check into their rooms after completing camp registration and will be allowed to stay in the residence halls through Tuesday afternoon. Cell phones are permitted but may not be used in class. Meals are provided beginning with dinner on Sunday evening at the Muenster University Center and continuing through dinner on Tuesday. Students living in or near Vermillion have the option of attending camp as commuters.
Students staying on campus should bring:
- Sheets (XL Twin)
- Blankets
- Pillow
- Towels
- Toiletries
- Alarm clock
- Jacket
- Walking shoes
- Bug Spray
