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22 February 2026
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In-person Program
Global Business High School Course
A hands-on introduction to international trade, global marketing, finance and cross-cultural management through seminars, simulations and team projects.
Last verified: 26 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
In-person Program
Global Business High School Course
A hands-on introduction to international trade, global marketing, finance and cross-cultural management through seminars, simulations and team projects.
Last verified: 26 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Global Business Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Closed
Eligibility
Grades 9-12; minimum 3.0 GPA
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18 / Grades 9-12
Location / Region
Oxford, United Kingdom
Cost
$5,498 residential; $2,498 commuter
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurshipFinance
Accommodation: Residential or commuter
Meals: All meals residential; commuter lunch
Outcome: Certificate and recommendation letter
Sessions / cadence: 5 x 4-hour weekday classes
Teaching style: Small seminar-style classes
Global Business Course summary
Global Business is a seminar-style course exploring how organizations operate across borders and cultures. It combines international trade, marketing, finance, management and entrepreneurship.
Students tackle business challenges through case studies, simulations, discussions and team strategy projects, supported by professional perspectives and course-related excursions.
It suits students testing an interest in business, economics or international affairs who prefer applied discussion and collaboration to lecture-only study.
What is Global Business High School Course?
The Global Business High School Course is a Summer Springboard academic course examining how companies compete and make decisions across borders. Its subject matter spans international trade, global marketing, cross-cultural management, finance, entrepreneurship and the wider economic and political context.
Students learn through intimate seminars, real-world challenges, simulations and collaborative projects. Academic excursions, guest speakers and contact with business professionals connect classroom ideas with international markets and career pathways.
Why Succeed highlights Global Business Course
The curriculum connects international trade, marketing, finance and management rather than treating business as a single narrow subject.
Case studies, simulations and team projects require students to apply ideas to realistic international business problems.
Small seminar-style classes are designed for active discussion and close collaboration.
Afternoon professional visits, guest speakers and course-related activities add practical context.
Students finish with a completion certificate and professor-completed recommendation letter.
Who is Global Business Course for?
Best for
Students curious about international business, economics, global markets or entrepreneurship who enjoy discussion, teamwork and applied problem-solving.
Not ideal if
You want a long-term qualification, formal college credit or a course centered mainly on independent study.
Is Global Business Course worth it?
It can be worthwhile for a student who wants a concentrated test of international business before making future subject or career choices. The combination of seminars, simulations, team projects and professional perspectives offers more applied exposure than reading about business independently.
The main limitation is the substantial fee for a single week, and the course does not normally carry college credit. Families should judge the residential setting, structured activities and personal development benefits alongside the academic content.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
$5,498 residential; $2,498 commuter; includes Residential tuition includes all meals and lodging., Residential tuition includes academic and weekend excursions., Commuter tuition includes lunch and the academic course., Commuter tuition includes excursions and weekday programming., All students receive a completion certificate and recommendation letter..
Accommodation
Residential or commuter
Meals
All meals residential; commuter lunch
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; Oxford, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Global Business Course need?
Effort level
Moderate to high.
Best started
Begin six to eight weeks before the next published application deadline.
Main challenge
Contributing confidently to discussion, negotiation and collaborative problem-solving.
Typical preparation
Read introductory business news from several countries and note how culture or policy shapes decisions.
Prepare examples of companies that operate successfully across borders.
Gather school and contact information before starting the application with a parent or guardian.
International applicants should allow additional time for English evidence and travel documents.
Useful if
You have a basic interest in business news or international affairs.
What do students do on Global Business Course?
Students investigate international business concepts and then apply them through discussion, simulations, collaborative strategy work and course-related experiences outside the classroom.
Step-by-step process
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Build a foundation in trade, marketing, finance and cross-cultural management.
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Analyze real-world global business challenges through cases and discussion.
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Develop alternative strategies and solutions with classmates.
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Practice negotiation, communication, teamwork and decision-making in simulations.
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Explore entrepreneurship and the economic, cultural and political factors shaping markets.
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Connect classroom learning with business professionals, guest speakers or academic excursions.
Global Business Course dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Second application wave
19 April 2026
The application fee increased after this date.
Final admission deadline
17 May 2026
Final general admission date for Summer 2026.
Oxford Session 1
5-11 July 2026
One-week Global Business course.
Oxford Session 3
19-25 July 2026
One-week Global Business course.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First application wave | 22 February 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Second application wave | 19 April 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Final admission deadline | 17 May 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Oxford Session 1 | 5-11 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Oxford Session 3 | 19-25 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Open to students in Grades 9-12.
Minimum 3.0 GPA or local equivalent.
Students starting high school in fall may apply.
Recent spring graduates may also apply.
International students must demonstrate English proficiency.
Students must meet the Essential Eligibility Criteria.
How much does Global Business Course cost?
Program fee
$5,498 residential; $2,498 commuter — First-week Oxford tuition.
Funding or discounts
- Deposit: $600 — Paid during application to hold the space.
- Application fee: From $99 — Mandatory and non-refundable.
- Need-based scholarship: Up to 30% or 60% — Residential or commuter tuition respectively.
- Additional week: $4,498; $1,998 — Residential or commuter tuition respectively.
What's included
Residential tuition includes all meals and lodging., Residential tuition includes academic and weekend excursions., Commuter tuition includes lunch and the academic course., Commuter tuition includes excursions and weekday programming., All students receive a completion certificate and recommendation letter.
How to apply to Global Business Course
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Open the application portal and enter basic contact information.
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Verify your email address and complete the account details.
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Choose Create New Application from the dashboard.
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Select Oxford, the session, Global Business and a tuition type.
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Enter the student's contact information and complete the application together.
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Pay the deposit and application fee to hold the program space.
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Submit all required forms and await the enrollment decision.
What does Global Business Course cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
International trade
Explore how companies operate and compete across borders.
Cross-cultural management
Examine how culture influences leadership, negotiation and workplace decisions.
Global marketing and finance
Study marketing and financial choices in international operations.
Strategy and entrepreneurship
Develop solutions to business challenges and identify market opportunities.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Global Business Course?
A typical day during the program.
Academic course
Seminar teaching includes a 15-minute mid-morning break.
Lunch and free time
Students eat and recharge before afternoon programming.
Academic activity
Students join an excursion, lab, guest speaker or related activity.
Residential evening
Dinner is followed by an evening activity and supervised free time.
Who teaches on Global Business Course?
The listed instructor is Dr. Oluwole Owoye, a professor of economics and Fulbright Scholar whose teaching and research span economic development, monetary economics and international contexts. Students also learn from business leaders and experts through professional perspectives and course activities.
Oxford courses use small, seminar-style classes designed for close collaboration and active discussion.
Where do students stay on Global Business Course?
Residential plan
- Traditional dorm living: Students share gender-separated rooms in an Oxford residence.
- Meals and excursions: All meals, lodging and academic and weekend excursions are included.
- Residential support: Program staff live in the residence and provide around-the-clock emergency support.
Non-residential plan
- Commuter day: Weekday programming runs from 9am to 5pm and includes lunch.
Bedrooms are shared, bathrooms are communal and basic linens are provided.
What happens after Global Business Course?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build a foundation for further study in business or economics.
Develop communication, negotiation and collaborative problem-solving skills.
Gain informed insight into international business career pathways.
Receive a completion certificate and professor recommendation letter.
Use the experience to reflect on future subject and university choices.
The Oxford course does not normally award college credit.
Where does Global Business Course take place?
The course takes place in Oxford, with seminar teaching and academic activities connected to the city's university environment. Residential students stay at St. Stephen's House near the city center, markets, pharmacies and local eateries.
Summer Springboard states that its Oxford program is not run by the University of Oxford or its affiliated departments.
Global Business Course FAQs
It covers international trade, cross-cultural management, global marketing, finance, entrepreneurship and the economic, cultural and political forces shaping business decisions.
Students attend five four-hour class sessions, totaling 20 classroom hours across Monday to Friday.
Teaching is seminar-style, with small classes designed for discussion and collaboration. Students also use case studies, simulations and team projects.
Dr. Oluwole Owoye is a professor of economics and Fulbright Scholar with extensive international teaching and research experience.
Yes. The commuter option includes lunch, the academic course, excursions and weekday programming from 9am to 5pm.
Residential tuition includes all meals, lodging, excursions, the academic course and weekend excursions.
Summer Springboard states that students receive a completion certificate and a professor-completed letter of recommendation after completing the program.
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Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
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