Students aged 13 - 16
Headington Summer School
Future Business Leaders
Future Business Leaders programme is designed to inspire the next generation of business leaders. By providing students with a comprehensive insight into the key concepts of international business, our young learners are able to gain a fantastic headstart in their preparation for a successful career in business.
Becoming an Innovative Entrepreneur
Welcome to Future Business Leaders, an innovative programme designed for ambitious students aged 13-16 who are eager to explore the world of business. At Headington School, we believe that leadership and entrepreneurial skills are essential for success in any career. This course introduces you to the fundamentals of business, including management, marketing, and finance, through engaging lessons and practical projects. Whether you’re aspiring to start your own company or lead within an organisation, Future Business Leaders will equip you with the knowledge and skills to pursue your goals.
Future Business Leaders
At a Glance
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Price
From £4,495
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Ages
13-16
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English Level
B1+ (Intermediate and above)
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Duration
2 weeks
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Maximum Class Size
15
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Academic Content
15 Hours of Lessons per Week
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Starting Dates
14th July, 28th July and 4th August 2025
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Language Support
Included
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Location
Headington School, Oxford
Course Objectives
Over the course of this two-week programme, you will:
- Discover discover the fundamentals of starting up and operating a business in today’s society
- Learn how businesses market and brand their products, applying this to your own ideas in a Time To Shine project
- Identify how business finances work so that businesses can break even and make a profit
- Take part in our exciting Time to Shine ceremony, and pitch the idea for a start-up business with your classmates to the rest of the school
- Develop and apply core 21st century skills through fun and engaging lessons, including critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation
In this module, you’ll discover what it takes to be an entrepreneur. You’ll explore the process of turning innovative ideas into successful business ventures, from brainstorming concepts to developing business plans. Through interactive activities and case studies, you’ll begin to understand the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and start thinking about your own business ideas.
Module 2: Leadership Skills and Decision Making
This module focuses on developing the essential skills needed to be an effective leader. You’ll learn about different leadership styles, the importance of ethical decision-making, and how to inspire and motivate others. Practical exercises and group activities will help you build confidence in your leadership abilities, while real-world scenarios will challenge you to think ethically and strategically.
Module 3: Social Impact and Community Building
In the final module, you’ll explore how leaders can make a positive impact on their communities and the world. You’ll learn about social entrepreneurship, the importance of civic engagement, and how to design and implement projects that address social and environmental challenges. By working on a community-based project, you’ll gain hands-on experience in creating change and learn how to lead initiatives that make a real difference.
- Students will be taught the essentials of business, including finance, marketing, branding, market research and product design.
- In each lesson, you will develop your English language skills as well as your knowledge of Business.
- You will also have the opportunity to analyse real-life successful business models and develop your practical understanding of business strategies, through effective project tasks and exciting team-building exercises.
- An understanding of finance is crucial to the success of businesses. Our finance module includes a tangible introduction to balance sheets, profit and loss, and different funding models available to businesses.
- You will also deepen your knowledge of what creates a strong brand identity, and how this is used to generate more sales, by looking at world-famous brands.
- Our focus on creating a communicative space for students to learn, enables them to leave the course with a higher level of confidence in their English, as well as a deeper understanding of business theories and practices.
- Our Time to Shine programme is the ideal way for students to leave the course with an even better understanding of how the theory of business is realised in practice.
- Through taking part in collaborative projects, our multinational classes work together to create and pitch a new product to a board of experts, providing the opportunity to put into practice everything they have learnt during the course.
Time to Shine Project
Pitch Perfect: How to Make a Successful Business Pitch
Headington’s Future Business Leaders will take part in an exciting two week project in which they devise and develop all aspects of a start-up business, including the branding, financial planning, marketing and operational structure. They will then pitch this start-up business to a panel of investors, who will choose the most credible and inspirational business to apply their funding to.
Through this fun and engaging teamwork project, Headington’s Future Business Leaders will develop and apply their 21st century skills, such as critical thinking, communication skills, collaborative skills, and original thinking.
Sample Timetable
Download the full academic overview and sample timetable.
Our Approach to Your Learning
At Headington School, our approach to learning in the Future Business Leaders programme is designed to be both practical and inspiring. We combine foundational business theory with real-world applications to help you develop the skills necessary for success in the business world. Our experienced teachers guide you through interactive lessons, group projects, and simulations that encourage creative thinking, problem-solving, and leadership. Whether you’re working on a business plan or developing a marketing strategy, our supportive learning environment will help you build confidence and prepare you for future success in any business endeavour.
All the staff members were amazing
Honestly, Headington was the best thing that happened to me this year, I met so many different people with different cultures. All the staff members were amazing and so nice and supportive , I felt safe and at home here and I’m so sad to be leaving but hopefully I will be back next year
Gracious, Headington Oxford, Zimbabwe - Student
Future Business Leaders
What's Included?
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15 Hours of Academic Content Per Week
15 hours of subject-specific academic content per week with an experienced subject tutor, delivered through interactive and hands-on lessons
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Time To Shine Projects
Opportunities to apply and share this knowledge through dynamic ‘Time To Shine’ group projects, culminating in an end-of-the-week ceremony in which you can present your innovative ideas to your peers.
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Develop English Language Skills
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.
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Social Programme
Students will immerse themselves in exciting multi-activities, including football, basketball, tennis, arts and crafts, and specialist activities like off-site bowling, talent shows, capture the flag and secret cinema, exploring their passions and building lasting friendships.
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Excursions
Embark on excursions designed to ignite adventure and curiosity. Showcasing the best of UK culture that will broaden their horizons and create lasting memories including; Thorpe Park, London and Oxford.
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End of Course Report and Certificate
Future Business Leaders
Dates & Prices
Headington Future Business Leaders FAQs
How challenging is the course?
The course input will challenge students at B1 level, however within language teaching it is commonplace for teachers to work with mixed ability classes. Depending on the group’s competency with English and ability to absorb new material, our teachers can adapt to make the lessons inclusive for all.
What level of English is required to take part in this course?
For this course, a level of B1 and above is recommended to help ensure that students make the most of the programme.
Do students receive a certificate?
Yes. Each student who completes this programme receives a certificate of completion during a celebration at the end of the course.
Do students need to purchase any course books?
Students aren’t required to purchase any textbooks for the course, instead a variety of SBC handouts are purposefully made, all of which were created by our own academic team.
What do students need to take to class?
Students should bring their own stationary, but they are provided with notebooks and folders.
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