Business at Cambridge College
Cambridge College | Ages 15 - 17
Join us for an extraordinary experience in the heart of Oxford/Cambridge as you embark on a transformative journey into the world of business. Our two-week course is designed to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in today’s business world.
You will uncover the secrets of launching and running a successful business, dive into the fascinating realm of marketing and branding, gain insights into the financial workings of businesses, and use this knowledge to pitch your own start-up business idea to your peers during our Time To Shine Ceremony.
Join us for an enriching summer experience focusing on learning, innovation and personal development. Explore the world of innovation and entrepreneurship and acquire invaluable skills for your future success!
With its history, culture and record number of Nobel Prize winners, few places can capture your imagination as much as Cambridge. Making it a perfect place to study Business for the summer.
✔ 25 hours of subject-specific academic content per week with an experienced subject tutor, delivered through interactive seminars and hands-on practical workshops
✔ Opportunities to apply and share this knowledge with your peers through dynamic group projects, culminating in the end-of-the-week Time to Shine Ceremony
✔ An action-packed programme of guest speakers and industry experiences each week designed to give you first-hand insight into your chosen field
✔ Dedicated academic coaching sessions designed to support you in applying for a UK university, whether that’s writing a personal statement or preparing for a presentation
✔ Numerous opportunities throughout your academic program to develop your English language skills, whether that’s building vocabulary to talk about your subject, or developing your speaking skills to present your Time To Shine project
Subject + skills + language = success
At the core of our student-centered academic approach is a commitment to nurturing not just your subject knowledge, but also your communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills through interactive lectures, dynamic seminars, and hands-on practical workshops. We also emphasise the development of your public speaking and teamwork through group work and our Time to Shine projects. And finally, our programme of engaging guest speakers and industry experiences bring real-world relevance to your learning. This immersive learning journey will empower you with the skills you need for success in the 21st century.
Over the course of this two-week programme, you will:
Be introduced to key business concepts and terminology, focusing on a range of important topics such as business ethics and global markets through a range of interactive lectures, discussions and case studies.
Explore what makes marketing strategies effective by investigating the role of innovation in business success. Participate in hands-on workshops looking at market research, branding, product management and digital marketing.
Delve into financial aspects essential for business management, including budgeting, financial statements, investments and risk management. You will analyse real-world financial reports and simulate financial planning exercises.
Over the two-week programme, you will participate in two Time To Shine Projects.
Week One: Business Plan and Startup Challenge
In the first week’s “Time to Shine” project, students will participate in a Business Plan and Startup Challenge. They will work in teams to develop a comprehensive business plan for a startup idea of their choice. Students will research market trends, define their target audience, create financial projections, and outline marketing strategies. They will then pitch their business plans to a panel of judges, showcasing their entrepreneurial skills and innovation. This project not only nurtures entrepreneurial spirit but also hones business acumen, teamwork, and presentation abilities.
Week Two: Innovation and Marketing Expo
In the second week’s “Time to Shine” project, students will organise an Innovation and Marketing Expo. Each team will select a product or service, analyze market demand, and develop innovative marketing campaigns to promote their chosen offering. Students will create eye-catching exhibits and interactive presentations for the expo, allowing them to showcase their marketing strategies and innovative ideas to the school community. This project emphasizes market research, marketing skills, and an understanding of how innovation and marketing drive success in the business world.
Develop your public speaking skills. Share your passion. Inspire your classmates.
Today, giving great presentations are a vital skill for achieving academic and professional success. Our programmes reflect this by having the ‘art of presenting’ at the heart of their content, and allow you to discover new confidence when using English in public situations.
It’s more than just a chance to enhance your public speaking skills, though; it’s an opportunity for you to share your passion and subject knowledge with your fellow classmates. Through your presentations, you will become sources of inspiration, and encourage others to delve deeper into your subject.
Dive deeper into your field beyond the classroom
Enhance your academic foundation with our comprehensive Industry Experience sessions. These sessions are both on-site, in which you will participate in workshops that are led by an industry professional and blend practical engagement with immersive learning, and off-site, in which students engage in excursions that complement your course content and will broaden your horizons.
While theoretical knowledge lays an important foundation in business, hands-on experience cements learning. That’s why, at SBC, our students participate in interactive workshops with industry experts. They delve into topics such as brand development, strategic planning, and effective pitching, ensuring a well-rounded approach to their business education.
In previous Industry Experiences, students visited companies and took part in workshops that focused on building brand identities, marketing clothing companies, designing a roadmap for a start up, and honing their pitching skills.
Leaders of today inspiring the Leaders of tomorrow
Every Wednesday morning, students can interact with leading professionals and academics. These sessions offer insightful discussions, expert views, and Q&A sessions that promote intellectual growth.
In our programmes at SBC’s Oxford and Cambridge colleges, students dive into enlightening sessions with respected university lecturers and successful business entrepreneurs. Additionally, we touch upon emerging sectors, such as fintech, offering insights into the future avenues of business.
Stand out and shine
Whether you’re looking to apply for a UK university or just keen to make sure your university application is as strong as possible, our academic coaching sessions aim to ensure you stand apart from your peers. These workshops will not just focus on writing personal statements and preparing for university, but also help you to develop your public speaking skills, an integral skill for university courses.
| Start Date | End Date | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 7th July 2024 | Saturday 20th July 2024 | 2 Weeks | £4,900 |
| Sunday 7th July 2024 | Saturday 3rd August 2024 | 4 Weeks | £9,800 |
| Sunday 21st July 2024 | Saturday 3rd August 2024 | 2 Weeks | £4,900 |
| Sunday 21st July 2024 | Saturday 17th August 2024 | 4 Weeks | £9,800 |
| Sunday 4th August 2024 | Saturday 17th August 2024 | 2 Weeks | £4,900 |
*Earlscliffe fee includes return transfers to/from London Heathrow and London Gatwick for flights/trains scheduled to arrive/depart between 9am-3pm on published arrival and departure day.
For other locations, we provide all our students with the option of using our Shared Transfer Service from/to London Heathrow Airport and St. Pancras International. The fees are:
| Campus | Single (one-way) | Return |
|---|---|---|
| SBC at Twyford School | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| SBC Canford | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Headington | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Eton | £85.00 | £160.00 |
| Oxford College | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Cambridge College | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Earlscliffe | Included in fees* | Included in fees* |
When a student arrives, an SBC staff member wearing a bright yellow t-shirt will be waiting to greet her/him and accompany them to our Welcome Club. At our Airport Welcome Club, she/he will have the chance to meet other students arriving, have some light refreshments and relax. After a little rest, students will be accompanied by students and SBC staff to board the coach and be taken directly to the school in a private coach.
The Shared Transfer Service can be used by students using the following flight and train times:
Flight lands on arrival day: 06:00-17:00
Flight take-off time on departure day: 08:00-18:00
The times outlined above also apply to students arriving and departing from Kings Cross St. Pancras train station.
If you book a flight outside of these times or to/from another UK airport, we can look at sending a staff member in a taxi to collect or drop off your child, but it will cost more than the Shared Transfer Service. Quotes are available upon request.
If you book a train or flight outside of these times or from another London airport, please contact your Admissions Manager for a private taxi quote. Please note this will cost more than our Shared Transfer Service from Heathrow, Kings Cross St. Pancras (& Gatwick for Earlscliffe students)
Important:
Flights must be booked on the arrival and departure dates so that all students can arrive and depart the course at the correct times.
Although the course offers a high level of challenge, our teachers can vary the degree of difficulty depending on the group’s overall proficiency. At SBC we do all we can to provide inclusive learning.
For this course, participants should have a level of B2 to gain the maximum benefits of the course. Before the summer, your Admissions Manager will send your child(ren) an online placement test to complete. This will help us to ensure that this course is suitable for your child to participate in and benefit from.
To acknowledge their achievements each student receives a certificate of completion during our graduation ceremony at the end of the course.
A variety of SBC handouts are given to the students; which are all produced by our academic staff.
Students are given an SBC notepad and folder, but should bring their own pens.
Although precourse reading is not necessary in order to participate in the course, it would benefit students to continue improving their English in order to feel more at ease if necessary.
For our son there was no better opportunity to exchange ideas with like-minded students from all over the world and to immerse himself in this broad field of interest.
Build on your global business knowledge and develop vital skills which will lead to future success. An inspirational experience can be yours for this summer. Complete the enquiry form below and one of our helpful admissions team will be in touch.
