Build a career path that blends wealth and wellbeing. CityLab explores the challenges and opportunities of urbanization through the lens of livability, and reimagine business as a platform for reinventing cities for the 21st century. As quality of life is challenged by pandemics, pollution, climate change, crime, failing infrastructure, civic discontent, and more, CityLab focuses on intentional rebuilding for a livable future, transforming distressed neighborhoods into flourishing communities. Students collaborate with communities on neighborhood revitalization projects that fuel business innovation, inclusive wealth creation, economic democracy, and social impact investing in Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and beyond.
CityLab course structure
CityLab is an eight-week course open to MBA and specialized master’s students. In the CityLab Catalyst: Business Innovation for Social Impact course, you will build your CityLab Toolkit through an immersive weekend urban experience, learning and practicing strategies, tools, and skills for rebuilding cities from within. You’ll then put your knowledge and skills into action by working on a social impact project sponsored by a neighborhood entrepreneur, business, or organization.
”One key strength of CityLab is how candidates of both the MBA and specialized master’s programs participate. Getting different vantage points, experience, and skill coalescing around a shared vision and the creation of value translates seamlessly in modern business."
