Last Chance to Enter Warren Buffett Essay Contest

Omaha – Lifelong learners from Omaha to Okinawa can compete in a 300-word essay contest for a chance to attend The Genius of Warren Buffett: The Science of Investing and The Art of Managing course for free.

The essay contest, offered by the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s (UNO) College of Business, asks: “How would The Genius of Warren Buffett course impact your career, education and/or life?”

The contest is open to graduate students and post-graduate learners within the community.

The Spring 2014 course, taught by Robert P. Miles, world-renowned author and lecturer on Buffett’s leadership and management style, takes place from Monday, April 28, through Thursday, May 1.

Over the three days, 12 two-hour sessions will explore the investment management, leadership and philosophy styles of Buffett.

Essays must be submitted by Monday, March 24, 2014 to be considered for the contest. Submissions can be sent to vicprmedia@gmail.com or mmeisinger@unomaha.edu. They can also be submitted online at the Genius of Warren Buffet Facebook page.

For questions, please contact Michelle Meisinger, MaverickPR assistant firm director, at 402.699.4173.

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