Business Leader Development Program:
Spring 2023 Seminar
Transformative Business Leader: Creating a Positive Change
Instructor: Dr. Keanna Ralph
This course will discuss what it takes to be a successful business leader who creates lasting impact and positive change for both the people and organizations that they serve. This course will highlight the tools, practices, and processes from a human-centered leadership approach that challenges the way we conduct business in the 21st century and respond to complex problems. Here we learn to understand that leadership is not just about what we do but who we are in the process. We will also examine the concept of transformational leadership and how it can be used effectively to transform communities locally and globally.
Who Can Apply?
Students (all majors) in the Rutgers School of Business–Camden (RSBC) , College of Arts and Science (CAS), and School of Nursing are invited to apply for enrollment in the BLDP seminar. All applicants are expected to meet both of the following selection criteria:
- Have sophomore standing or above and have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
- A student can take the seminar without completing any of the other requirements for the BLDP.
- The 3 credits earned from the seminar are accepted as a business elective for most majors and concentrations. CAS and Nursing students should check with their advisors.
Meeting Time:
Fridays at 8:00 am – 10:50 am
First Round Application Deadline:
The Spring 2023 Application is now open! Priority will be given to applications received by November 1. Applications are accepted until all seats are filled. Space is limited, so apply early!
To Apply:
New BLDP Applicants:
Each application must be supported by two reference letters. One of the references must be from a professor or instructor, the other from a non-relative (preferably a current or former employer or supervisor) who can attest to the applicant’s character, motivation, and/or leadership potential.
All reference letters should be directed to:
Dan Rosenthal, SEED Officer, Rutgers University, School of Business, 227 Penn Street, Camden, NJ 08102 or email the letters to daniel.rosenthal@rutgers.edu.
Your application will not be considered complete until the two reference letters have been received.
Repeat Seminar Participants:
Repeat seminar participants will be asked to write a brief essay explaining their desire to take the additional seminar. This essay should be submitted via the BLDP online application, including your name and anticipated date of graduation.
New letters of recommendation are not required.
