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The Professional Development Studies are only
offered during the Spring (February-May) and Fall (September-December) of each
year.
The following courses are major-specific. Enrollment is limited to students who have declared majors in the following fields of study (unless otherwise noted).
Engineering
The Engineering Professional Development Study offers Engineering students the unique opportunity to explore technical careers at Walt Disney World®. Disney Engineering professionals share real-world experiences in areas such as Transportation Maintenance, Energy Services, Ride and Show Engineering, and Central Shops. This program consists of eight sessions lasting two to three hours in length.
Entertainment
The Entertainment Professional Development Study offers students majoring in performing arts, theater or show production an opportunity to explore how Walt Disney World develops, implements, and maintains their productions. Specific topics include Business Planning & Creative Investigation, Concept Development, Show Development, Production & Opening, and Operations. This program consists of eight sessions lasting two to three hours in length.
Finance
The Finance Professional Development Study offers Business & Accounting students an opportunity to explore how specific organizational units are managed. Specific topics include Forecasting & Trend Analysis, Operating Labor Management, Operating & Capital Planning, and Pro Forma Development. This program consists of eight sessions lasting two to three hours in length.
Security
The Security Professional Development Study is designed to engage students in the field of Security and how it is applied at the Walt Disney World Resort. Applicable majors for this program would include Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law Enforcement, Psychology, Sociology, and Political Science. Samplings of the topics included in this program are Fraud & Loss Prevention, Emergency Management, Incident Command, and Sports Event Security. This program consists of eight sessions lasting two to three hours in length.
