Experiential Learning


Wayne France
Executive Director of Experiential Learning
Wayne.France@Simon.Rochester.edu
 

Crisandra Harrison
Director of Experential Learning
charri15@Simon.rochester.edu
 
 

Experiential Learning: Learn by Doing

Meliora Fund: Students manage a portion of the University Endowment and invest it in real companies from various sectors like healthcare, financials, industrials, and more. The Meliora Fund provides a great opportunity for students to learn and gain real world experience in investment analysis and pitching as well as the practice of portfolio management.

Simon Vision Consulting: Student led organization with support from Faculty, Staff, and Alumni. Vision provides consulting services to actual businesses and not-for-profit organizations.

Simon School Venture Fund: An early-stage seed fund run by MBA and MS students that evaluates early-stage seed companies for direct investment opportunities. The Fund is guided by an alumni advisory board that consists of VCs, successful entrepreneurs, and accomplished professionals in finance, law and other disciplines.

Project Based Courses: Projects in consulting, product management, marketing, finance, and data analytics.

International Immersions: Students are eligible to participate in International Immersion programs during the year at Simon. Locations currently include Switzerland, Israel, and Singapore.

Case Competitions: Case competitions challenge teams of students to analyze business issues, formulate creative solutions, and present their findings to distinguished panels. Simon supports numerous corporate and career competitions year-round, giving you invaluable opportunities to apply in-class instruction, test your business acumen, and showcase your problem-solving skills. While representing the School, you'll have a powerful platform to expand your network, take a leadership role, and prepare for professional success. Rise to the occasion and you'll discover an experience like no other.