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    Business and Entrepreneurship Summer Programme

    by ISSOS

    A residential business course where students develop an idea, study core business principles and pitch to a panel in a campus-wide Dragons’ Den finale.

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    Business and Entrepreneurship Summer Programme

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    Business Entrepreneurship Programme at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Closed

    Eligibility

    High-school students; B2 English+

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 13-18

    Location / Region

    Cambridge; St Andrews

    Cost

    £7,900

    Duration

    3 weeks

    Format

    Residential, in person

    Latest deadline

    1 May 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

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    Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurship

    Accommodation: University halls, full board

    Certificate / Outcome: Report and completion certificate

    Academic timetable: 3 hours each weekday morning

    Main output: Team business pitch

    Accreditation: British Accreditation Council

    Business Entrepreneurship Programme summary

    Students learn how an idea becomes a business through workshops, case studies and practical group work, with attention to marketing, finance, company culture and responsible entrepreneurship.

    The central project is an original team business concept refined across the course and presented in a Dragons’ Den-style finale to the wider summer-school community.

    It suits curious aspiring entrepreneurs who want a structured academic course combined with electives, cultural trips, activities and international residential life.

    What is Business and Entrepreneurship Summer Programme?

    The Business and Entrepreneurship Summer Programme is an ISSOS residential course built around turning ideas into workable business concepts. Interactive workshops, case studies and practical tasks introduce business planning, marketing, finance, branding, customer service, company culture and values-led enterprise.

    Students work in small teams throughout the course, refining an original idea and practising how to communicate it. The experience culminates in a Dragons’ Den-style presentation to a panel and the wider summer-school campus.

    Why Succeed highlights Business Entrepreneurship Programme

    • The course builds towards a concrete team pitch rather than stopping at classroom theory.

    • Business content includes marketing, finance and company culture alongside social enterprise and responsible entrepreneurship.

    • Three-hour weekday academic classes provide sustained subject time across the residential programme.

    • Experienced teachers bring backgrounds in university teaching, consulting, strategy and entrepreneurship.

    • The academic option is combined with an elective, activities and cultural trips for a broader summer-school experience.

    Who is Business Entrepreneurship Programme for?

    Best for

    Students who want to test business and entrepreneurship through collaborative, presentation-led work in an international residential setting.

    Not ideal if

    You want a low-cost day course, independent study or a narrowly technical finance curriculum without group pitching and wider summer-school activities.

    Is Business Entrepreneurship Programme worth it?

    The programme can be worthwhile for a student who learns best by doing: the team project makes business planning, market research and pitching tangible, while the academic-elective combination offers breadth. The final presentation also gives students a clear experience to reflect on later.

    The main limitation is value for money. The all-inclusive residential structure covers far more than classes, but families focused only on subject tuition may find less expensive alternatives, and ISSOS does not offer financial aid or scholarships.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £7,900; includes Academic and elective tuition, Campus accommodation with full board, Course materials and equipment, Full-day and half-day cultural trips, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Travel and medical insurance during the programme, Airport transfers within specified times, Academic report and completion certificate.

    Accommodation

    University halls, full board

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    3 weeks; Cambridge; St Andrews.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Business Entrepreneurship Programme need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high.

    Best started

    Begin the application and travel planning six to eight weeks before 1 May.

    Main challenge

    Turning a group idea into a clear, persuasive and responsible business pitch.

    Typical preparation

    • Review basic marketing, finance and business-model vocabulary before arrival.

    • Think of two or three everyday problems a responsible business could address.

    • Practise explaining one idea clearly in under two minutes.

    • International students should check passport, visa or ETA requirements promptly after acceptance.

    Useful if

    You enjoy teamwork, practical problem-solving and speaking to an audience.

    What do students do on Business Entrepreneurship Programme?

    Students combine taught business concepts with workshops, case studies and a sustained team project, applying each new idea to the development of their own venture.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore how successful and values-led businesses operate.

    2. 2

      Study planning, branding, customer service, marketing, research and finance.

    3. 3

      Generate an original business idea in a small team.

    4. 4

      Develop and refine the concept across the three weeks.

    5. 5

      Build a pitch and practise public speaking and presentation skills.

    6. 6

      Present the idea to the ISSOS Dragons and campus community.

    Business Entrepreneurship Programme dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    1 May 2026

    Annual UK-campus policy date

    Reference date

    St Andrews Session 1

    28 June-19 July 2026

    Three-week residential run

    Reference date

    Cambridge Session 1

    8-29 July 2026

    Three-week residential run

    Reference date

    St Andrews Session 2

    22 July-12 August 2026

    Three-week residential run

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students must be aged 13-18.

    • Students should return to high school after summer.

    • Business and Entrepreneurship requires B2 English or higher.

    • Students of all nationalities may apply.

    • There are no grade-based academic entry requirements.

    • English-language learners complete an assessment before arrival.

    How much does Business Entrepreneurship Programme cost?

    Registration fee

    £500 — Part of the total; normally non-refundable

    Funding or discounts

    • Programme total: £7,900 — All-inclusive UK campus price
    • Remaining programme fee: £7,400 — Due after confirmation

    What's included

    Academic and elective tuition, Campus accommodation with full board, Course materials and equipment, Full-day and half-day cultural trips, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Travel and medical insurance during the programme, Airport transfers within specified times, Academic report and completion certificate

    How to apply to Business Entrepreneurship Programme

    1. 1

      Choose the campus, session, academic class and elective.

    2. 2

      Complete the online form with student, school, teacher and guardian details.

    3. 3

      Upload the requested student photograph and submit the application.

    4. 4

      Wait for the ISSOS Head Office team to review the application.

    5. 5

      Pay the £500 registration fee to secure a confirmed place.

    6. 6

      Pay the remaining programme fee within 21 days of confirmation.

    7. 7

      Complete the English assessment if English is an additional language.

    8. 8

      Submit required medical and travel information before the programme.

    What does Business Entrepreneurship Programme cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Business planning

    Develop an idea into a coherent business concept and plan.

    Marketing and customers

    Explore branding, market research, customer service and engagement.

    Finance and culture

    Build foundations in finance, budgeting, leadership and company culture.

    Responsible enterprise

    Examine social enterprise, values-led leadership and positive impact.

    Pitching and presentation

    Refine a team idea and communicate it persuasively to an audience.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Business Entrepreneurship Programme?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Academic class

    Three hours of business teaching, workshops and project work.

    Elective programme

    Students pair their academic class with one chosen elective.

    Campus programme

    Activities, clan events, workshops and cultural trips bring students together.

    Who teaches on Business Entrepreneurship Programme?

    ISSOS says its academic classes are taught by highly qualified teachers who are experienced working professionals. Business and Entrepreneurship teachers profiled by ISSOS include university lecturers, a business coach and consultant, and an entrepreneur with experience in social enterprise.

    Named teacher profiles include expertise in international business, strategy, marketing, operations, entrepreneurship and enterprise.

    Where do students stay on Business Entrepreneurship Programme?

    Residential plan

    • University residence: Students live in ISSOS-exclusive halls at St Edmund’s College or St Salvator’s Hall.
    • Single or twin rooms: Rooms include a desk, wardrobe and shelving for each student.
    • Full-board dining: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the programme fee.
    • Residential welfare: Programme rules include curfews, campus boundaries and anti-bullying requirements.
    • Activities and excursions: Evening activities, workshops and cultural trips form part of campus life.

    Room allocations are made after applications close; single rooms cannot be guaranteed.

    What happens after Business Entrepreneurship Programme?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Use the team business concept as evidence of practical subject exploration.

    Reflect on the final pitch when discussing communication and teamwork.

    Build on introductory marketing, finance and planning knowledge.

    Use the academic report to identify strengths and next steps.

    Receive a certificate after completing the work and participating fully.

    The programme does not state that it awards academic credit.

    Where does Business Entrepreneurship Programme take place?

    Cambridge students stay at St Edmund’s College, around a ten-minute walk from the city centre, while St Andrews students stay at St Salvator’s Hall near the town centre, coastline and beach. Designated-airport transfers are available within published windows from London Stansted for Cambridge and Edinburgh for St Andrews.

    Flights outside the designated airport windows require separate transfer planning.

    Business Entrepreneurship Programme FAQs

    Students cover business planning, marketing, market research, finance, branding, customer service, company culture and responsible entrepreneurship through workshops, case studies and practical tasks.

    Small teams create and refine an original business idea, build a pitch and present it to an ISSOS panel in front of the summer-school community.

    Academic classes run for three hours every weekday morning. The business class is paired with an elective and the wider residential activity programme.

    No academic grades or previous business qualifications are specified. Students should be curious about business and meet the B2 English requirement.

    The fee covers academic and elective tuition, full-board accommodation, materials, activities, trips, insurance, specified airport transfers, an academic report and a completion certificate.

    Both UK campuses use university halls with single and twin rooms. Each room has a desk, wardrobe and shelving, while bathroom arrangements vary by campus and room type.

    St Andrews states that it can cater for nearly all requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, halal and food allergies or intolerances. Families must declare requirements before arrival.

    Families remain responsible for checking and securing the correct UK permission. After confirmation, ISSOS provides a support letter through the Parent Portal and recommends applying early.

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