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    Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge

    by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)

    A Cambridge business summer school combining English development with entrepreneurship, strategy, marketing, finance, leadership and a team pitch.

    Last verified: 18 Sept 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    No prior business study

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-17

    Location / Region

    Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Cost

    £3,995; £4,995

    Duration

    2 or 4 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Application deadline

    Rolling

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    Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurshipFinance
    Class size: 15 maximum
    Accommodation: Residential or day
    Meals: Full board / two day meals
    Outcome: Certificate and recommendation
    Academic time: 20 hours per week
    English level: B1+

    Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge summary

    Students explore entrepreneurship, management, marketing and finance while developing the English needed to discuss organizations and business decisions.

    Case studies, simulations and collaborative challenges lead toward a team business proposition and Time to Shine pitch.

    The course suits students seeking small-group academic study alongside fieldwork, guest speakers, excursions and a structured campus experience.

    What is Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    The Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge is an English-language summer program delivered by Summer Boarding Courses. It introduces entrepreneurship, management, marketing and finance through seminars, case studies, simulations and collaborative challenges.

    Students learn in small groups and apply ideas through fieldwork, industry-focused sessions and a team business challenge. The experience culminates in a Time to Shine presentation that brings together business vocabulary, persuasive communication and teamwork.

    Why Succeed highlights Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge

    • The course integrates business study with purposeful English development rather than treating language and subject learning separately.

    • A collaborative business challenge gives students a concrete reason to practice decision-making, proposition development and persuasive pitching.

    • Small classes of up to 15 create room for discussion, teamwork and presentation practice.

    • Industry sessions, guest speakers and Cambridge fieldwork connect classroom ideas with careers and real organizations.

    • Residential and non-residential options give families two ways to access the same academic program.

    Who is Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge for?

    Best for

    Students who enjoy developing ideas, want to understand how businesses make decisions and would benefit from presenting and collaborating in English.

    Not ideal if

    You want a university-accredited qualification, advanced economics specialization or a program formally delivered by the University of Cambridge.

    Is Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a student who wants a structured introduction to business while building confidence in spoken academic English. The team challenge, small classes, fieldwork and presentation provide more active evidence of engagement than passive lecture attendance alone.

    The limitation is that this is an independent enrichment program, not a University of Cambridge course or academic credit. Families should judge the substantial fee against the value they place on accommodation, supervision, activities, excursions and an international summer-school experience.

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    Cost and what is included

    £3,995; £4,995; includes Tuition and academic materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, Lunch and dinner for non-residential students, Activities and standard excursions, Student report and completion certificate, Student insurance, Wi-Fi and weekly laundry for residential students, 24/7 pastoral care for residential students.

    Accommodation

    Residential or day

    Meals

    Full board / two day meals

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2 or 4 weeks; Cambridge, United Kingdom.

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    How much preparation does Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high during the course.

    Best started

    Six to eight weeks before the preferred session, and earlier if visa arrangements are needed.

    Main challenge

    Turning group research and business reasoning into a concise, persuasive pitch.

    Typical preparation

    • Refresh basic business terms for customers, costs, pricing, marketing and leadership.

    • Practice explaining a recommendation aloud and supporting it with two or three clear reasons.

    • Complete travel, payment and visa planning early enough for the selected start date.

    Useful if

    You can participate in discussions at B1 English level or above.

    What do students do on Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    The program moves from accessible business concepts to collaborative application, with students using English throughout seminars, projects and presentations.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore how organizations set priorities, manage teams and make strategic decisions.

    2. 2

      Analyze audiences, brands, products and marketing choices through examples and creative challenges.

    3. 3

      Work with costs, pricing, budgets and business-planning decisions.

    4. 4

      Apply ideas through case studies, simulations, industry sessions and Cambridge fieldwork.

    5. 5

      Develop a team business proposition around customers, strategy and commercial choices.

    6. 6

      Rehearse and present the team’s thinking during Time to Shine.

    Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge dates and deadlines

    Applications

    Rolling admissions

    Places are allocated first come, first served.

    Date not confirmed

    Application deadline

    29 June 2026

    Past

    28 June 2027 session

    28 June 2027

    Upcoming

    12 July 2027 session

    12 July 2027

    Upcoming

    26 July 2027 session

    26 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students must be ages 14-17.

    • B1 English or above is recommended.

    • No previous business or economics study is required.

    • Students should be interested in business, management or entrepreneurship.

    How much does Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge cost?

    Non-residential fee

    From £3,995 — Two-week course with lunch and dinner.

    Funding or discounts

    • Residential fee: From £4,995 — Two-week course with full board.
    • Early-bird discount: 15% — For eligible new-family 2027 residential bookings.
    • Residential deposit: £700 — Required to confirm eligible residential bookings.

    What's included

    Tuition and academic materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, Lunch and dinner for non-residential students, Activities and standard excursions, Student report and completion certificate, Student insurance, Wi-Fi and weekly laundry for residential students, 24/7 pastoral care for residential students

    How to apply to Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge

    1. 1

      Open the official booking form and enter the adult contact details.

    2. 2

      Add the student’s information and select the relevant program and session.

    3. 3

      Submit the booking so an Admissions Manager can review outstanding details.

    4. 4

      Confirm the details when contacted and wait for the booking confirmation email.

    5. 5

      Follow the payment instructions to secure the student’s place.

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    What does Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Strategy and Leadership

    Explore priorities, team organization, decision-making, management and business strategy.

    Marketing and Customers

    Examine audiences, brands and how organizations communicate products and services.

    Finance and Business Planning

    Work with costs, pricing, budgets, planning and commercial decision-making.

    Business Challenge and Pitch

    Develop a collaborative proposition and present the team’s reasoning in English.

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

    What is a typical day on Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    A typical day during the program.

    Academic study

    Small-group seminars begin at 09:00, followed by project work such as Time to Shine.

    Applied learning

    Fieldwork, industry experience, debate, masterclasses or excursions typically follow lunch.

    Campus life

    Dinner is followed by societies, sports, creative activities or whole-school events.

    Weekly commitment

    Academic content is combined with activities and supervised campus life.

    Who teaches on Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    SBC selects subject-specific tutors from backgrounds that may include qualified teaching, university lecturing, postgraduate study and specialist tutoring. Teaching uses discussion, activities and real examples, while guest speakers and industry-focused sessions add professional perspectives.

    Academic seminars are limited to 15 students per class.

    Where do students stay on Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    Residential plan

    • Student residence: Modern purpose-built accommodation sits a short walk from the teaching site.
    • Full board: Accommodation and all meals are included in the residential fee.
    • Pastoral support: Trained staff provide 24/7 on-site support at a published 1:6 ratio.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day option: Students attend from 09:00 to 21:30, receive lunch and dinner, and return home each evening.

    Room arrangements should be confirmed for the selected session because official pages reference both single and twin en-suite rooms.

    What happens after Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive an SBC Certificate of Achievement for completing the program.

    Gain a personalized recommendation letter reflecting participation and engagement.

    Use the team pitch as evidence of communication, collaboration and subject exploration.

    Build a clearer foundation for further study in business, economics, finance or entrepreneurship.

    Reflect on business English and project experience in future applications.

    The program does not provide University of Cambridge credit or endorsement.

    Where does Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge take place?

    Lessons take place at Sancton Wood School in Cambridge, with residential students living a short walk away in purpose-built student accommodation. Central Cambridge is within walking distance, and the schedule includes city fieldwork and excursions.

    The provider contracts the facilities independently and has no formal connection with the University of Cambridge or its colleges.

    Faculty of Business at Dukes Cambridge FAQs

    No. The program welcomes students with an interest in business, management or entrepreneurship and does not require prior subject study.

    Students should have B1 English or above to gain the maximum benefit from discussions, case studies and presentations.

    The curriculum covers strategy and leadership, marketing and customers, and finance and business planning. English development is integrated into the business study.

    Yes. Teams develop a business proposition or respond to a challenge, then present their thinking during Time to Shine.

    It includes tuition, accommodation, full board, activities, excursions and 24/7 pastoral support, together with the listed program outcomes and student insurance.

    Yes. Non-residential students follow the same academic program, receive lunch and dinner, join activities and excursions, and return home in the evening.

    Students receive an SBC Certificate of Achievement, a personalized recommendation letter and a student report.

    No. Summer Boarding Courses designs and delivers it independently. The University of Cambridge and its colleges do not deliver, partner in or endorse the program.

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