Business Journal Articles

The Wharton Global Youth business journal introduces high school students to business and finance education. Articles are written for a high school reader and explore concepts and trends with insight from Wharton School professors and other members of the Wharton community. Student readers can access business terms linked to our video glossary that provide an extra layer of learning from world-class Wharton faculty. Educators can take advantage of Conversation Starters at the end of each article, as well as easy assignability through a Google Classroom button.

Global climate change often tops the national and international news, most recently as a cause for the Syrian War and in the shape of a snowball landing with a thud on the U.S. Senate floor. Whether you believe global warming to be a myth or reality, the issues around climate change have taken the world stage. KWHS talks with high school students who recently researched and debated the issues at the World Affairs Council Philadelphia's International Climate Summit. …

The Extreme Truths About Global Climate Change

Budgeting Tips to Help You Take Control of Your Money

Even if you don’t speak the language of code and algorithms, finalists for the 2015 Intel Science Talent Search may have some useful insights for you. KWHS talks to several of the finalists about their projects and discovers a few common themes for anyone looking to embrace innovation and problem-solving -- namely, the value of passion, persistence and people who offer support. …

The Fencer’s ‘Flick’ and Other Shrewd Moves from Intel’s 2015 Science Stars

Often, children who join the family business do so for the wrong reasons and are unprepared to help take it to the next level. Next gens who are considering this career track benefit from taking a break from the company to attend college or work elsewhere, so that you develop your own skills and credibility. KWHS explores what it takes to be ready for your family business. …

Working for the Family Business: Are You Ready?

The Ins and Outs of Interest — from a Student Loan Survivor

Detroit, Michigan, has had it rough in the past several years. High unemployment rates, people moving out, failing industry and endless economic hardships led the city to declare bankruptcy in 2013. In this article, KWHS explores how entrepreneurial thinking – even in those as young as middle school and high school – may be just what the city needs to begin rebuilding a new foundation for Detroit’s future. …

Young Entrepreneurs Prepare to Fuel Detroit’s Comeback

It was a week of big economic news. Delegates had a lot to talk about at the 2015 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland — everything from a weakening global economy to the cost of a value meal at the local McDonald’s. It turns out that Switzerland is an economic case study for lots of reasons, including having an expensive Big Mac. A look inside The Economist's burgernomics.…

Economic News from Davos, Switzerland: How Much Does that Big Mac Cost?

It's never too early to start learning about student loans. The average college senior graduated with $29,400 in student debt last year, and the number is projected to rise by a staggering 6% per year. On a starting salary faced with real-world expenses, it can take years to make that debt disappear. KWHS talks with two young personal-finance bloggers who share insights and reflections about their determined journeys to be debt-free. …

Two Young Women Share their Struggles and Successes with Student Loan Debt

Jessamyn Moore, 23, is proof that your digital footprint does not have to be something that looms large and hideous over your life after high school. It can be a powerful tool that you leverage as you build your online persona in preparation for college and career. …

#ExploreMuseums: Using Social Media to Improve Your Future Prospects

Wherever you walk online, you are leaving a digital footprint, and building the size, scope and personality of your online presence. It's important to manage your digital dirt -- your future could depend on it.…

How Clean Is Your Digital Footprint?