• to complete two full-time professional internships
• to develop a professional network
• to carry on a tradition of excellence in a close-knit community
• to grow, personally and professionally

Gerstacker students have numerous opportunities to examine and understand their strengths, their values, their beliefs, and the career that best fits their passions. The Institute has a rich tradition of producing graduates committed to making a difference in their workplace and in their community.

The program is unique in the way that students are put into real world situations in order to gain practical experience outside the classroom. To compliment their liberal arts courses, Gerstacker students attend workshops, listen to and interact with various speakers, and also participate in full time internships.

The Carl A. Gerstacker Institute for Professional Management, Albion's honors business program, was founded in 1973 on the professional and personal paradigm that lead the life and career of former Dow Chemical Chairman of the Board, Carl A. Gerstacker. He believed that high ethical standards and a commitment to people were the key components in developing and sustaining a successful business.