Project Based Learning

Project-Based learning is a new educational initiative offered at Rowan University, developed by the Rohrer College of Business. Its chief purpose is to bring real-world projects into the classroom, and in some cases, bring the classroom to the real world. Working with actual clients on worthwhile projects creates a sense of pride and value for students, in addition to the experience and knowledge gained. It also provides local businesses with beneficial services and increases Rowan's reputation as a collaborative university.

How the Program Works

• Projects must relate to one of the following functional areas: Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing
• Submit Project Request form
• Project request will be reviewed by the Project Manager who will set up an initial meeting with the client to discuss goals, expectations, etc.
• If the project is accepted, the Project Manager will work to assign the project to a specific course and faculty member according to the project goals
• Projects are completed during the semester and will begin in September or January (some projects may be available for completion during the summer)

Responsibilities
      1) Organization

• Commit time to work with students and communicate in a timely manner
• Provide contact information for appropriate contact at client organization
• Provide students with required information to complete project
• Complete evaluation form after completion of project

     2) Student

• Follow Rowan's Code of Ethics
• Complete Confidentiality Agreement when needed
• Designate one team member as main contact
• Communicate with client on a regular basis
• Give final report and/or presentation to client

Sample Projects

Please click the link below to search for projects completed by Rohrer College of Business students.

Completed Projects

Past Clients

Contact:

For more information, please contact Sarah Piddington, Project Manager at 856-256-4271 or piddington@rowan.edu.