John F. Wood Leadership Symposium - Ivey Business School
Quick Glance: One day business conference that brings together high schoolers passionate about business to connect, work on critical skills and learn about leadership.
Key Highlights:
Location: Ivey Business School, London, Ontario
Eligibility: High School Students, entering into grades 10-12
Program Dates: August 7th, 8th, 9th. (in 2024).
Application Dates: Closed June 10th (2024)
Fees: $100 (2024) (Sponsorship available)
Overview:
Ivey’s John F. Wood Summer Leadership Symposium (formerly known as the Summer Leadership Program), hosted in London, Ontario at the prestigious Ivey Business School, is designed to equip students with foundational skills and knowledge necessary to have a strong start in their post-secondary journey and have success in their future endeavors. Through a focus on business and leadership, participants will explore essential competencies such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, public speaking, and team management. Additionally, students will gain valuable insight into successful pathways to post-secondary education, including the opportunity to experience the prestigious Ivey case method and engage in experiential learning in an immersive one-day symposium. Furthermore, the symposium aims to provide a valuable opportunity to establish connections with mentors and peers who share similar business interests.
**Last updated July 2024 (description taken from the program’s website)
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Testimonial
The following testimonial was submitted by Sebastian, from Toronto, Ontario. They answered the following key questions. Sebastian rates this program a 9 out of 10
What stood out about this opportunity that makes it such a unique experience worthy of being part of The Collection?
It was great because i was able to get insight on Western University. Furthermore, I was introduced to the Clifton Strength Assessment, and learned all about the Ivey Case method.
What is something a youth applying to this opportunity should know?
To have a lot of extracurriculars and awards to get accepted in the program.
What was your favourite activity/experience in the opportunity?
Learning about my Clifton strengths, meeting new people, and learning about the Case Method.
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