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First Fidelity Integrated Business Core

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First Fidelity Integrated Business Core

Step outside the classroom... Learn from experience.

Students in the First Fidelity Bank IBC program receive hands-on, real-world, experiential training through simulated business opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. Starting with the formation of a company, students brainstorm product ideas, perform market analysis, manage employees and discover legal implications of business transactions associated with a plethora of day-to-day business dealings. IBC develops the skill sets necessary to launch a successful business by exposing students to all aspects of business; including accounting, financial analysis, market analysis and adverting, supply chain, website development and design, employee/employer relationships, and the business regulatory environment.  Students are immersed into the business arena where they work side-by-side with professors, industry professionals, and community partners such as First Fidelity Bank. First Fidelity is an integral component of the program by considering loan proposals by the student companies.  Banking executives from First Fidelity offer practical feedback and an invaluable experiences to the companies as the teams work to assess risks associated with their start-ups.

Participation in this program satisfies the requirements for 4 areas of study:

  • MGT 3013 Principles of Management
  • MKT 3013 Principles of Marketing
  • LS 3323 Legal Environment of Business
  • B AD 3013 First Fidelity Integrated Business Core Practicum

1995

Year Program Established

$1.6 Mil.

Donated to local Charities

112 Hours

of Community Service

BC products available for purchase - Coasters, gym bags, chargers, pins and wrapping paper

Companies formed through the First Fidelity Integrated Business Program have donated their profits of over $1.690 million to local charities since the program’s inception in 1995.

Students have contributed over 112,000 hours of community service to local non-profits, schools, and community shelters. Faculty dedicated to this program integrate practical applications into the education of OU Price College business students.

Company Teams - Fall 2024

IBC Program Contact


Robert Lepak
Robert Lepak

Lecturer of Legal Studies
Management and International Business


Email: Robert.G.Lepak-1@ou.edu
Office: (405) 325-1638
Phone: Adams Hall Room 3005C

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Boomer Markers

Crimson golf ball marker & hat clip Set. Proudly manufactured in Norman, Oklahoma, Orders to be shipped within 3-8 business days with delivery between November 13th and November 20th.

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Crimson Coasters

High-quality, durable coasters that celebrate the University of Oklahoma's rich heritage. available in faux leather, designs feature the “OKLAHOMA” logo and Sooner Schooner to celebrate OU. 

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OU Wrapped

Show your Sooner Spirit this holiday season with OU Wrapped! IBC's exclusive, limited-time wrapping paper is a 20ft. extra thick paper roll with a glossy finish, featuring grid lines on the back to cut straight lines with ease.

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Sooner Power

Portable Charger featuring the iconic OU interlocking logo in crimson is now in stock and ready to ship. This sleek, high-quality charger is perfect for wireless charging on the go, compatible with iPhones, Androids, and more. 

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Travel Sooner

A bag aimed for comfortability and convenience to carry what you need on the daily. Made out of a washable and sturdy canvas material; a detachable shoulder strap; and "OKLAHOMA" embroidered on one side.