Step into the world of business strategy and decision-making with Bentley University’s Risk Management Pre-College Program. In this interactive, week-long experience, you’ll learn how companies identify, assess, and manage risks, from cybersecurity threats to financial uncertainty. Guided by Bentley’s expert faculty and industry professionals, you’ll analyze real-world case studies, use cutting-edge tools and develop your own solutions to complex challenges.
You will sharpen your problem-solving, critical thinking and leadership skills, all while experiencing life on Bentley’s beautiful campus. You’ll connect with like-minded students who share your curiosity about how business leaders protect organizations and seize opportunities in a changing world. Prepare to think like a strategist, make smart decisions and gain the confidence to tackle any challenge.
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Who
High school students who have a passion for business and are looking to understand who to make smart and strategic decisions
When
This course is offered the following week:
July 20 to 24
Where
Bentley’s beautiful campus located just outside Boston with access to cutting-edge tech labs and a vibrant college environment
Risk Management Schedule
Monday
Morning
Risk Management principles and history
Early Afternoon Session
Risk Game: To soar or crash!
Late Afternoon Session
Analysis and reflection on the Risk Game
Tuesday
Morning
Mathematics to Fight Risk
Early Afternoon Session
Health Risk Game
Late Afternoon Session
Decision analysis and uncertainty
Wednesday
Morning
Simulation to the rescue
Early Afternoon Session
Investment Risk Game
Late Afternoon Session
Statistics to fight risk
Thursday
Morning
Mitigation strategies
Early Afternoon Session
Careers in Risk Management
Late Afternoon Session
Group Project Work
Friday
Morning
Group Project Work
Early Afternoon Session
Group project critique and adjustments
Late Afternoon Session
Final project presentations
Faculty
Ernesto Schirmacher is a fellow of the Society of Actuaries and prior to joining Bentley University he worked for two decades in the insurance and reinsurance industries. He was involved in pricing, reserving, economic scenario generation, asset valuation, and the application of advanced statistical techniques. He earned his Ph.D. in algebraic combinatorics from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.