programs for undergraduates
Texas McCombs Academy
Intensive, non-credit programs to support undergraduates at the beginning of their career journey.

Gain essential business skills and unlock your potential

Are you ready to stand out and make a mark in your career? The Texas McCombs Academy is your gateway to gaining essential business skills that will set you apart from the crowd! Our bootcamps and accelerator programs are certificate programs promoting career readiness, designed specifically for undergraduates. In these programs, you’ll dive into hands-on learning experiences and tackle real-world business challenges – all while building a strong foundation for your future success.

Our Programs

Finance Launchpad

An early introduction to corporate finance and technical foundations for finance interviews.

AI Essentials

Acquire the practical and strategic skills you need to excel in AI and AI prompting.

Investment Banking Accelerator

Effective strategies to secure internships.

Business Bootcamp

An immersive, weeklong experience equipping future business professionals for success.

Why Join?

As you advance in your career, you might find yourself in a role or given a responsibility that you weren’t formally trained for. Texas McCombs Academy is here to help you build core business acumen and leadership fundamentals to get you ready for those challenges. Our programs are designed to offer the following benefits:

Gain Business Savvy

Gain a solid understanding of important, fundamental business principles.

Hands-On Experience

Engage in practical scenarios that prepare you for the real world.

Boost Your Career

Acquire skills that make you a standout candidate to employers.

Who Should Enroll?

Texas McCombs Academy offers faculty-led programs that will help you learn to speak the “language of business” through lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations.

Investment Banking Accelerator

The Investment Banking Accelerator is ideal for full-time undergraduate students (business or non-business) interested in investment banking, alternative asset management, and other finance-related roles. It provides effective strategies to support you in your efforts to secure internships and gives you a head start in the competitive world of finance.

Finance Launchpad

The Finance Launchpad is primarily designed for freshmen and incoming first-year MBA students considering investment banking, private equity, asset management, or corporate finance who want a meaningful head start before recruiting begins. It is also appropriate for anyone in other disciplines, including liberal arts students, recent grads, and others interested in learning more about finance. This program is a great primer for anyone considering the Investment Banking Accelerator program.

Business Bootcamp

The Business Bootcamp is for any undergraduate who is looking to learn the fundamentals of business. Whether you are a biology major looking to switch to the business world or just want to understand business fundamentals, this program will give you the foundational knowledge you need to succeed. It covers a mix of essential business concepts, practical skills, and real-world applications to provide a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate. This program is launching soon.

Get Ready to Excel

This is your chance to shine and thrive in the competitive business world, regardless of your academic background. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock your potential and make a significant impact on your professional journey.

Are you excited to be a part of this transformative experience? Join the Texas McCombs Academy and take the first step towards a brighter future!

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