Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship in London
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    Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship in London

    by Oxford Royale

    A practical business summer program in London focused on start-ups, management, innovation and real-world company challenges.

    Last verified: 20 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Academic and English requirements apply

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 16-18

    Location / Region

    Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom

    Cost

    £6,495

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurship
    Language: English
    Accommodation: Modern campus accommodation
    Meals: Included
    Certificate: Certificate of completion
    Teaching time: 40 hours
    Campus experience: Activities, tours and trips
    Teaching team: Academic and industry experts

    Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London summary

    Students learn how businesses move from concept to company through management, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing and technology-focused teaching.

    The program emphasizes practical work: students analyse company challenges, develop strategies, collaborate on projects and pitch recommendations or start-up ideas.

    It suits students who want an immersive introduction to business and are comfortable combining classroom learning with teamwork, presentations and a busy campus program.

    What is Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship in London?

    Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship in London is an Oxford Royale summer school centred on the journey from an idea to a functioning company. Students study management, entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, leadership and the influence of AI and technology on modern business.

    Teaching mixes expert-led seminars with debates, workshops, group projects and presentations. Students also tackle a consultancy scenario and develop a technology start-up concept, turning business theory into strategies they can explain and defend.

    Why Succeed highlights Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London

    • The curriculum connects core management principles with current issues such as AI, technology and global market trends.

    • Students apply their learning through a technology start-up pitch and a consultancy project based on rescuing a struggling company.

    • The published program includes 40 hours of teaching alongside workshops, masterclasses, projects and challenge days.

    • Industry visits, guest speakers and the London setting provide context beyond classroom case studies.

    • The certificate records the student's course, dates and campus after successful completion.

    Who is Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London for?

    Best for

    Students who want to test business or entrepreneurship through practical teamwork, presentations and applied company challenges.

    Not ideal if

    You want a low-cost day course, a narrowly academic economics syllabus or a program without group projects and public speaking.

    Is Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London worth it?

    This program can be worthwhile for a student who wants a structured introduction to business and values applied learning. The consultancy task, start-up challenge and presentations produce clearer evidence of engagement than passive lecture attendance alone.

    The limitation is value for money: the fee is significant, and a two-week experience cannot substitute for sustained academic study or running a real venture. Its strongest return comes from using the projects to clarify subject interests and reflecting on the decisions made.

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    Cost and what is included

    £6,495; includes 40 hours of teaching, Industry-expert teaching, Workshops, masterclasses and projects, Modern accommodation and meals, Safe campus access and 24/7 support, WiFi, teaching materials and mentoring, Daily social activities, tours and trips, Graduation ceremony and party.

    Accommodation

    Modern campus accommodation

    Meals

    Included

    Provider details

    Review the Oxford Royale provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London need?

    Effort level

    High-intensity, with a full academic and activity timetable.

    Best started

    Begin at least three months before the chosen session to plan payment, travel, documents and medical information.

    Main challenge

    Turning team analysis into a persuasive strategy or investor pitch.

    Typical preparation

    • Read about current business and technology trends so you can contribute examples in class.

    • Practise explaining a simple business idea, customer problem and proposed solution in two minutes.

    • Review the enrolment terms, travel requirements and medical-information deadline with a parent or guardian.

    Useful if

    You enjoy discussion, collaboration and presenting ideas under time pressure.

    What do students do on Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London?

    Students move between subject teaching, applied projects and presentations, with study support and extracurricular activities built around the academic timetable.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Build foundations in organisational structures, leadership, recruitment, operations, markets and investment.

    2. 2

      Analyse a struggling technology company and develop a growth strategy as a consultant team.

    3. 3

      Explore marketing campaigns, brand perception, influencers and ways to measure success.

    4. 4

      Examine how AI and emerging technology affect business functions and risk.

    5. 5

      Develop a technology start-up, including its product, business vision and marketing strategy.

    6. 6

      Pitch recommendations and project work through presentations, challenge days and exhibition activities.

    Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London dates and deadlines

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

    29 June - 11 July 2026

    29 June-11 July 2026

    Reference date

    12 July - 25 July 2026

    12-25 July 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students must be aged 16-18.

    • Academic prerequisites stated during booking must be met.

    • English-language proficiency requirements must be met.

    • A parent or guardian contracts for students under 18.

    How much does Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London cost?

    Program fee

    £6,495 — Published residential program package.

    What's included

    40 hours of teaching, Industry-expert teaching, Workshops, masterclasses and projects, Modern accommodation and meals, Safe campus access and 24/7 support, WiFi, teaching materials and mentoring, Daily social activities, tours and trips, Graduation ceremony and party

    How to apply to Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London

    1. 1

      Open the official Oxford Royale application form for this program.

    2. 2

      Complete the online form with the student's details; the form is described as taking about five minutes.

    3. 3

      Pay the stipulated non-refundable enrolment fee to secure registration.

    4. 4

      Provide requested medical, accommodation, educational and dietary information by the applicable pre-course deadline.

    5. 5

      Review the terms, rules, insurance and travel-document requirements before committing.

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    What does Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Leadership and organisations

    Study organisational structures, leadership styles, motivation and business decision-making.

    People, culture and AI

    Explore recruitment, company culture, training, diversity and AI in human resources.

    Operations and finance

    Examine cash flow, pricing, premises, supply and demand, investment and fundraising.

    Marketing and brands

    Create campaigns while analysing brand perception, influencers and measures of success.

    Technology entrepreneurship

    Assess technology risks and develop a start-up product, vision and marketing strategy.

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

    What is a typical day on Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London?

    A typical day during the program.

    Academic classes

    Most weekdays include three 60-minute subject sessions before lunch.

    Projects and support

    Students complete 90-minute projects, practical workshops, study support or presentations.

    Clubs and activities

    Debate society, sports, cultural exploration and social activities follow classes.

    Weekend program

    The sample includes cultural exploration, park activities, shopping and independent time.

    Who teaches on Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London?

    The curriculum is developed by academic experts and taught through expert-led seminars, workshops and projects, with industry experts and guest speakers contributing. The opportunity page profiles Dr Anisa Butt, a King's College London economics lecturer whose research focuses on gender and ethnic income inequality.

    The advertised teaching package includes 40 hours of instruction.

    Where do students stay on Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London?

    Residential plan

    • Imperial College campus: Students live, study and socialise on a university campus in central London.
    • Accommodation and meals: Modern accommodation and meals are included in the published package.
    • Safety and support: Secure campus access and a dedicated team provide round-the-clock support.
    • Campus experience: Daily activities, tours, trips, sports and graduation events complement study.

    Room allocations can include single or twin rooms; specific arrangements are not guaranteed.

    What happens after Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive a certificate recording the course, dates and campus after successful completion.

    Use the start-up pitch as evidence of applied entrepreneurship and presentation practice.

    Build examples of teamwork, consultancy analysis and strategic decision-making.

    Clarify whether business, entrepreneurship, marketing or finance merits deeper study.

    Reflect on company challenges when planning future super-curricular projects.

    The certificate recognises participation and academic engagement; it is not a university qualification.

    Where does Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London take place?

    The program is based at Imperial College London in Kensington, placing students near museums, parks, galleries and central London landmarks. Guided cultural exploration, city tours and group outings connect the campus experience with London's business and cultural setting.

    Oxford Royale contracts to use Imperial College London facilities but does not operate under the university's aegis.

    Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in London FAQs

    The program covers management, entrepreneurship, leadership, operations, finance, marketing, technology and business decision-making. The sample timetable also includes recruitment, company culture, investment and brand perception.

    It is strongly applied. Seminars are combined with debates, workshops, projects, presentations, challenge days and an exhibition day.

    Students act as consultants to a struggling technology company, analyse its operations, create a growth strategy and pitch recommendations. They also develop and pitch a technology start-up concept.

    The residential program uses Imperial College London's campus in central London. The package includes modern accommodation, meals, secure campus access and round-the-clock support.

    Oxford Royale says its curriculum is developed by academic experts and that teaching includes industry experts and guest speakers. The program page profiles King's College London economics lecturer Dr Anisa Butt.

    The published program includes London tours and trips, cultural exploration, debate society, sports, social activities and a graduation ceremony and party.

    Yes. Successful completion leads to an Oxford Royale certificate recording the course title, dates and campus.

    Families should read the official terms, cancellation rules, campus regulations, insurance requirements and UK travel-document guidance. Medical and dietary information must also be provided before the course.

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