Program Overview

Program Overview

The Global Business Academy is an immersive, ten-day summer business program designed for high school students. The program aims to develop core business skills, including international business, leadership and team building, cross-cultural communication, entrepreneurship, decision making, negotiation, ethics, financial literacy, and innovation.

Program Details

• Duration: Ten days
• Location: Colorado State University's College of Business
• Eligibility: High school students (15-18 years old) who will be enrolled in high school for Fall 2026
• Admission Criteria:
  • Early Admission Deadline: February 1, 2026
  • Early Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2026
  • Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
• Tuition Fee: $3,750 per student, with limited scholarships available

What You'll Learn and Do

• Build in-demand leadership and soft skills valued by today's employers
• Participate in a variety of team-building exercises on CSU's picturesque mountain campus
• Experience the Rec Tech Challenge and gain insights on business and entrepreneurship tools, leadership, team dynamics, and learn what it takes to go from customer discovery to start-up
• Attend lectures and presentations taught by world-class Colorado State University faculty from the College of Business
• Visit business enterprises and interact with successful leaders across multiple industries
• Engage with business executives, faculty, and College of Business advisors for small-group, college, and career coaching sessions
• Learn about the role of business in a broad spectrum of disciplines
• Participate in outdoor excursions and day trips

Program Sponsors

The Global Business Academy is supported by various organizations that contribute to creating tomorrow's global leaders.

Academic Programs

Colorado State University's College of Business offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
• Accelerated Business Degree
• AUCC Courses
• Accelerated Masters Program
• Business Minors
• Undergraduate Certificates
• Research Fellows Program
• Graduate Certificates
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Accountancy
• Master of Computer Information Systems
• Master of Finance
• International Business Experience
• Dual Degree

Departments

The College of Business is comprised of several departments, including:

• Accounting
• Computer Information Systems
• Finance and Real Estate
• Management
• Marketing

Information For...

The College of Business provides information and resources for various groups, including:

• Alumni
• Current Students - Undergraduate
• Current Students - Graduate
• Prospective Students - Undergraduate
• Employers
• Employees