McIntire Business Institute
About the program
In two action-packed weeks, you’ll move from idea to execution—learning what it takes to think like an entrepreneur and build something real. You’ll learn business fundamentals that strengthen your problem-solving skills and creative thinking, while working with a team to launch your own startup.
Each day, you’ll apply what you learn in marketing, strategy, finance, and accounting to your group project. Past teams have created everything from functioning websites, to innovative food products, to a prototype app that translates lip reading into text. By the end of the week, you’ll pitch your idea, showcase your progress, and walk away with hands-on experience that sets you apart.
Whether you’re exploring business for the first time or already dreaming big, this program will give you the tools, confidence, and entrepreneurial mindset to take your ideas anywhere.
Important Note: The prices listed reflect early-bird pricing and will change on Sunday, March 1.
This is an in-person course that meets daily Monday-Friday in Fairfax, 9 AM – 4 PM ET. Tuition covers materials, meals (lunch/snacks), and transportation to any off-site excursions. Please note the June 22-July 2 session will not meet on Friday, July 3 due to the holiday.
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Faculty
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Skills you will learn
- Understand key concepts in strategy, marketing, accounting, finance, and entrepreneurship.
- Think strategically to solve complex challenges.
- Create, share, and execute ideas with a team.
- Build and deliver successful presentations.
- Use feedback to achieve better outcomes.
Out of the classroom
- Each Friday Field trip is specific to the class and aimed at bringing the learning alive.
- Previous field trips have included visits to marketing agencies and business accelerators.
Please note: All information is subject to change at the discretion of UVA Northern Virginia.