Dyson Foundations: Business for a Better World

Catalog description

AEM 1101 is the required introductory course for the AEM major and the Grand Challenges program. It provides an essential foundation for understanding academic resources, expectations, and opportunities at the Dyson School, within the Cornell community, and beyond. The course fosters collaborative connections among Dyson students, faculty, staff, and alumni—building relationships that will support students throughout their academic journey. Students will explore global Grand Challenges through the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), identifying the SDGs that best align with their values and skill sets. This exploration may inform future coursework and capstone projects.