1. Applied Learning Center Khawaja A Saeed

2. You have a Need? Local companies conduct numerous projects very year. These projects may be delayed or never materialize due to – Lack of resources – Lack of expertise Companies can engage in resource extension by establishing a partnership with the Barton School

3. We have the Solution!! A large number of classes in the Barton School of Business have an individual or group project component Value can be created by matching requests by companies with the projects done in the classes / independent studies The applied learning center will formalize this concept Students will gain applied learning experience by working on these projects

4. Logistics / Resources Structure – Two faculty members (Director / Associate Director) Process – Develop engagement strategy – Develop RFP forms and list of classes with project requirements – Develop delivery strategy Sustainability – 2-3 year path towards sustainability – Partnering firms contributed an amount per year to fund the center

5. Thank You!! Questions?