Summer Course Registration
The Right Mindset for Success
Distance learning offers great flexibility, but it requires a specific mindset. Summer sessions are intensive; information is delivered at three times the pace of the academic year.Ìý
To succeed, you must:
- Be self-motivated and highly responsible.
- Engage actively with all course materials.
- Read all directions thoroughly and meet strict deadlines.
Registration & Modalities
Registration begins March 4, 2026. Please check your specific enrollment dates in Buff Portal before searching for classes. Available Summer classes can be found at .
We offer two distinct distance learning formats:
- Remote (Synchronous): These function like traditional in-person classes. You will meet via video during scheduled times (M–F). Attendance is expected, and exams occur during class hours.
- Online (Asynchronous): You will watch daily recordings on your own schedule. However, exams are fixed at 7:00 PM MT. This format requires significant self-initiative.
Note: If you prefer more structure or direct faculty interaction, we strongly encourage enrolling in the Remote sections.
Important Dates & Deadlines
All foundation courses follow the Variable Sessions calendar. Because these sessions are short, the "Add" and "Drop" windows are very narrow. Exam dates and times are non-negotiable.
| Course | Dates | Class Time (MT) | Add Deadline | Drop Deadline | Withdraw Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSM 2011: Management | May 26 – June 10 | 9:20am – 10:55am | May 26 | May 27 | June 9 |
| BUSM 2010: Marketing | June 30 – July 16 | 11:10am – 12:45pm | June 30 | July 1 | July 15 |
| BUSM 2020: Accounting | June 30 – July 16 | 9:20am – 10:55am | June 30 | July 1 | July 15 |
| BUSM 2021: Finance | July 17 – Aug 3 | 9:20am – 10:55am | July 17 | July 18 | Aug 2 |
BUSM 2020 (Accounting) Mandatory Exam Schedule:
- Thursday, July 9 - Section 600 at 9:20am, Section 601 at 7:00pm
- Thursday, July 16 - Section 600 at 9:20am, Section 601 at 7:00pm
BUSM 2021 (Finance) Mandatory Exam Schedule:
- Tuesday, July 21, 7-10pm - Quiz 1
- Monday, July 27, 7-10pm - Quiz 2
- Friday, July 31, 7-10pm - Quiz 3
BUSM 2021 exams will be taken online, via Canvas using Proctorio.
Course Materials & Faculty Contacts
All materials will be available via Canvas and direct-billed to your student account. For course-specific questions, please contact the faculty:
- Principles of Management (BUSM 2011): Ellie Gates (ellie.gates@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Marketing (BUSM 2010): Elmer Ramos (elmer.ramos@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Accounting (BUSM 2020): Josh Neil (joshua.neil@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Finance (BUSM 2021): Jeffrey Merrell (jeffrey.merrell@colorado.edu)
- Business Leadership (BUSM 3031): Antonio Papuzza (antonio.papuzza@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Real Estate (REAL 3000): Cari Clayton (cari.clayton@colorado.edu)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BUSM 4010): Michael Jennings (Michael.Jennings-2@colorado.edu)
Support
The Business Minor team is here to help! If you have any questions, please reach out to leedsminor@colorado.edu. We look forward to welcoming you to the Leeds summer community!
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