Wharton Academy

Wharton Academy at a glance:

Wharton Academy is designed for undergraduates and recent graduates seeking foundational business knowledge and practical skills to enhance their academic and career paths.

Wharton is the world’s first business school. For more than 135 years, it has been the place where visionaries, inventors, and trailblazers get their start.

Through the school’s latest offering, Wharton Academy, students can bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical business expertise from a world leader in business education. Our wide variety of programs are taught by top-ranked Wharton faculty and are hosted on Wharton’s Philadelphia campus.

How Wharton Academy Prepares You

Wharton Academy programs are grounded in Wharton teaching methods, including case studies, simulations, and team-based projects. Wharton Academy offers:

• Applied Business Skills: Master foundational concepts in finance, strategy, and innovation while applying them to real business scenarios through capstones, case studies, and hands-on projects.
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving: Work through complex, open-ended challenges that strengthen your ability to analyze data, evaluate decisions, and craft thoughtful, evidence-based solutions.
• Collaboration & Communication: Learn alongside high-achieving peers from around the world. Develop teamwork, leadership, and debate skills that are vital across industries and roles.
• Verified Learning Credentials: Earn official Wharton digital certificates that are secure, shareable, and designed to showcase your skills and experiences to colleges, employers, and graduate programs.
• Academic Rigor with Career Impact: Study with Wharton instructors to gain insights that bridge classroom knowledge with the demands of today’s job market.

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