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Burgess Institute for the Global Economy

Shaping Tomorrow's Global Business Leaders

Through practical learning experiences, rich mentorships, rewarding internships and extensive networking opportunities, the Burgess Institute for the Global Economy provides everything you’ll need to launch a successful career in business and finance—no matter what major you're pursuing.

Operating across academic disciplines, the Burgess Institute expands the value of the Dickinson degree by exposing you to principles of the global business economy.

"One plus of the Burgess Institute is that they actually have real, live executives in residence, really at the top of their fields, and they provide a unique leadership perspective.” —Ty Chermsirivatana ’27 (political science, law & policy)

You’ll gain a competitive advantage as you seek to make your mark in finance, banking, economics, business and related fields. And by its very nature, the institute will lay the leadership groundwork you’ll use far beyond your business career.

Contact Info

Executive Director

Steve RiccioSenior Lecturer, International Business & Management

Administrative Assistant

Mary PadgettAcademic Department Coordinator, International Business & Management
For more information

Phone

717-245-1177

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Location

Althouse Hall Mailing Address

Steeple of Old West building at Dickinson
Office overlooking a city skyline

Learn by Doing

Students put theory into practice through research, simulations, case studies, service learning, site visits, internships and consulting opportunities.

You don’t just learn how business and capitalism can promote the well-being of humans, society and the natural world—you do it yourself.

Open to All

Every Dickinson student has access to every program, global and domestic, in-class or in the field.

Your Major Through a New Lens

The institute serves as a "business of" course for any discipline, allowing you to see your major through a business lens, opening new career paths and inspiration.


Institute Features
  • The institute will expand and generate new partnerships with alumni finance and business networks to provide myriad opportunities for you to interact with high-profile professionals, build a network, secure internships and mentorships, discover career paths and land jobs at top organizations. 
  • You’ll choose from a wide selection of courses across departments aligned with the global economy. 
  • The institute will include an executives-in-residence program and will also connect you with alumni from a wide range of backgrounds through the new Career Communities focusing on specific fields of interest. 
  • As a part of the institute, you will attend industry events each semester. 
  • Domestic and global educational experiences will allow you to make connections related to how the global economy influences areas including community health, technology innovation and environmental sustainability. 
  • You'll form mentoring relationships with alumni, including opportunities for first-generation students. 
  • The institute offers guided career pathways including business and finance, data and technology, as well as nonprofits and more for students across all academic majors. 
  • You'll attend workshops on developing professional competencies through active learning, including personal/interpersonal leadership, financial literacy and intercultural skills that are critical for success in today’s global economy.  
Co-Curricular Opportunities
  • Investment Competition 
  • Student Investing Group 
  • Student Marketing Group 
  • Public Speaking Competition 
  • Ethics Symposium 
  • Finance Career Treks 
  • Finance & Business Network 
  • Winter Break Career Pathways

One of the hallmarks of a Dickinson education is that we don’t just provide students with theory; we ground them in practice. The Burgess Institute will offer you essential experiential opportunities through our academic program that allow you to apply your learning in active and meaningful ways. Every facet of the institute is another step on your path toward the career you’ve imagined.


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