James Brison, is a junior management major.
The leadership development program is also known as 2BLeaders.
Following an application and evaluation process, students were selected based on their academic achievement and desire to grow their leadership skills.
“2BLeaders is a unique program that gives customized attention to students in the form of one-on-one mentoring and personalized coaching,” said Holly Osburn, Ph.D., professor and chairperson of Central’s Department of Management and co-director of 2BLeaders.
“Students who complete this program leave with confidence in their leadership capabilities and determination to make a difference.”
2BLeaders produces workforce-ready individuals ready to be positive change agents in their organizations and communities. Students enter a two-year program where they are encouraged to study abroad, intern in their respective fields and complete coursework to receive a minor in business leadership.
Applications for the program open each spring, with the new cohort of 2BLeaders starting the following fall semester. Admission to the program is highly selective. To be considered, students must be a declared College of Business major, enrolled full time, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and completed at least 60 credit hours. Students must also have a strong desire to lead.
