Wharton Leadership in the Business World (LBW)

**Wharton Leadership in the Business World (LBW)** is a four-week, on-campus summer program at the University of Pennsylvania designed for high school students who want a serious introduction to business and leadership. Participants learn from **Wharton faculty**, analyze real-world **business cases**, and explore fundamental topics such as management, marketing, finance, and innovation. The program also includes **company visits**, giving students the opportunity to see how businesses operate and to hear directly from industry professionals. LBW is best suited for motivated students who are already curious about business, entrepreneurship, economics, or leadership and who are ready for a college-level academic environment. Throughout the program, students work in teams on projects that build skills in **problem-solving, collaboration, and communication**—all valuable preparation for college coursework and future internships. Experience at LBW can strengthen a college application by demonstrating: - Sustained interest in **business and leadership** - Ability to succeed in a **rigorous academic setting** - Engagement with a **selective, university-based** summer program Students leave LBW with a clearer understanding of business careers, exposure to Wharton’s academic approach, and a stronger foundation for future studies in business or related fields.