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    A Taste of Business, Economics and Finance

    by University of Warwick Pre-University Summer School

    Warwick’s business summer school introduces university-style economics, finance and management through lectures, practical activities and personal development workshops.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    A Taste of Business Economics and Finance at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Considering university; good English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 16-17

    Location / Region

    University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom

    Cost

    £5,250

    Duration

    11 days; 10 nights

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Business & EconomicsFinanceEntrepreneurship
    Language: English
    Accommodation: Sherbourne; single en-suite bedrooms
    Meals: Breakfasts, dinners and refreshments
    Certificate / Outcome: University of Warwick Certificate of Attendance
    Teaching time: 29 contact hours
    Tutors / faculty: Warwick academics and Business School staff
    Campus experience: Oxford and Warwick Castle trips

    A Taste of Business Economics and Finance summary

    Warwick’s course samples economics, finance, accounting, business, management and entrepreneurship rather than concentrating on one specialization.

    Lectures, workshops and group activities connect academic ideas with financial choices, digital business and creative problem-solving.

    It suits students exploring degree subjects who also want university preparation and a supported taste of campus life.

    What is A Taste of Business, Economics and Finance?

    A Taste of Business, Economics and Finance is an academic short course within the University of Warwick’s Pre-University Summer School. It introduces economics, accounting, finance, business, management and entrepreneurship through teaching by Warwick academics and Business School staff. Students explore how individuals and organizations make decisions, from strategic interactions to long-term investment.

    The residential experience combines lectures and seminars with practical workshops, personal development and group presentations. UK university application sessions and a personal statement workshop help students connect subject exploration with their next educational step. Campus activities and cultural trips add experience of living and learning alongside other students.

    Why Succeed highlights A Taste of Business Economics and Finance

    • The breadth of modules helps students compare related degree subjects before choosing a specialization.

    • Game theory, financial statements and capital budgeting provide concrete academic content beyond a general business introduction.

    • Named Warwick teaching staff connect the course directly with university-level teaching.

    • University application and personal statement sessions make subject exploration useful for future study planning.

    • En-suite campus accommodation and documented ambassador support give families concrete residential details to evaluate.

    Who is A Taste of Business Economics and Finance for?

    Best for

    Students deciding between economics, finance and business-related degrees who want practical examples and university-style teaching.

    Not ideal if

    You want sustained specialization in one topic or an internship, because the course is designed as a broad academic introduction.

    Is A Taste of Business Economics and Finance worth it?

    The course can be worthwhile if you need to test several related subjects before choosing a degree. Its modules give you specific ideas to reflect on, while the application workshops help you understand the transition to university. The strongest value comes from discovering which questions and methods interest you most.

    Its breadth also limits how deeply any one subject can be explored. Families should weigh the residential experience and university teaching against the substantial fee and additional travel costs. The named award is a Certificate of Attendance, so the decision should center on learning and exploration rather than the certificate alone.

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

    Cost and what is included

    £5,250; includes All academic and skills teaching., Guest lectures., Ten nights of accommodation., Breakfasts, dinners and refreshments., Social activities., Travel to Oxford and activities on trips..

    Accommodation

    Sherbourne; single en-suite bedrooms

    Meals

    Breakfasts, dinners and refreshments

    Supervision or safety information

    Safeguarding-trained staff and current Warwick student ambassadors support students, including on trips and overnight in halls. Students receive 24-hour emergency contacts, and staff can help with medical assistance, counseling and homesickness.

    Provider details

    Review the University of Warwick Pre-University Summer School provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    11 days; 10 nights; University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom.

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    How much preparation does A Taste of Business Economics and Finance need?

    Effort level

    Moderate academic commitment with substantial residential planning.

    Best started

    Begin planning several months before your intended session, allowing for the three-month visa application window where relevant.

    Main challenge

    Managing travel, documents and payment alongside an intensive academic and social experience.

    Typical preparation

    • Read a beginner introduction to game theory and the time value of money.

    • Prepare a passport data-page copy and discuss parental consent and the required UK contact.

    • Budget for some lunches, travel to Warwick and separately booked airport transfers.

    • Tell Warwick about dietary or accessibility needs early and attend the pre-departure briefing after accepting a place.

    Useful if

    You want to compare related degree subjects and prepare for university learning.

    What do students do on A Taste of Business Economics and Finance?

    You sample university teaching across economics, finance and business-related subjects, then apply ideas through workshops and group activities. Personal development sessions, application guidance and cultural activities sit alongside the academic course.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Settle into halls, meet your ambassadors and join the campus orientation.

    2. 2

      Attend lectures and seminars introducing the course’s academic disciplines.

    3. 3

      Explore strategic decisions, financial statements, digital business tools and creative problem-solving through practical activities.

    4. 4

      Join skills sessions, UK university application guidance and a personal statement workshop.

    5. 5

      Present team group work and take part in campus activities and cultural trips.

    A Taste of Business Economics and Finance 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

    31 May 2026

    Visa applicants.

    Reference date

    Application deadline

    5 June 2026

    Non-visa applicants, including ETA-eligible applicants.

    Reference date

    Programme dates

    14-24 July 2026

    Reference date

    Final fee payment

    5 June 2026

    Full course payment; separate from the application deadline.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Be aged 16 or 17 throughout the program.

    • Be considering applying to university.

    • Be enthusiastic about the academic content.

    • No subject-specific prerequisites apply.

    • Have good English language and comprehension; no specific test required.

    • Provide parent or legal guardian consent and a UK contact.

    • Sign the student Code of Conduct before arrival.

    • Obtain immigration permission or an ETA if required.

    How much does A Taste of Business Economics and Finance cost?

    Program fee

    £5,250 — Residential course package.

    Funding or discounts

    • Application fee: £50 — Separate non-refundable assessment fee.
    • Deposit: £1,000 — Included in the program fee.

    What's included

    All academic and skills teaching., Guest lectures., Ten nights of accommodation., Breakfasts, dinners and refreshments., Social activities., Travel to Oxford and activities on trips.

    How to apply to A Taste of Business Economics and Finance

    1. 1

      For next-cycle updates, register your interest and select A Taste of Business, Economics and Finance.

    2. 2

      For the application itself, choose the course, complete Warwick’s online form and pay the £50 non-refundable assessment fee.

    3. 3

      Submit a copy of your passport data page.

    4. 4

      Allow 3–5 working days for the admissions team’s assessment and response.

    5. 5

      If offered a place, follow the emailed deposit or course-fee payment instructions.

    6. 6

      Complete parental consent and conduct requirements, then arrange any required immigration permission after receiving the visa support letter.

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    What does A Taste of Business Economics and Finance cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Economics and game theory

    Explore strategic interactions, dominance and Nash equilibrium through introductory examples.

    Financial economics

    Use the time value of money to understand saving, investing and financial choices.

    Accounting and finance

    Examine financial statements, sources of finance and long-term investment decisions.

    Business and management

    Investigate digital business tools, management analytics and communicating analytical projects.

    Entrepreneurship

    Develop an entrepreneurial mindset through creative problem-solving and opportunities to create value.

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

    What is a typical day on A Taste of Business Economics and Finance?

    A typical day during the program.

    Arrival and orientation

    Registration, settling into halls, campus orientation and team building.

    Academic teaching

    Lectures and skills sessions contribute to 29 total contact hours.

    Cultural trips

    The example schedule includes Oxford and Warwick Castle excursions.

    University preparation and presentation

    A personal statement workshop precedes skills sessions and team presentations.

    Who teaches on A Taste of Business Economics and Finance?

    The named teaching team includes Warwick teaching fellows James Massey, Ephie Wang, Sadia Khan and Cholwoo Kim, senior graduate teaching assistant Eleanor Reynolds, and associate professor Tamara Friedrich. Their teaching covers economics, business, accounting and finance, management, and entrepreneurship.

    The teaching team may change before final confirmation.

    Where do students stay on A Taste of Business Economics and Finance?

    Residential plan

    • Sherbourne halls: Single en-suite bedrooms sit within flats of 10 students and an ambassador, with shared kitchen and social space.
    • Meals and room essentials: Breakfasts, dinners, bedding, towels and room Wi-Fi are provided.
    • Pastoral support: Safeguarding-trained staff and ambassadors provide support, with 24-hour emergency contacts.
    • Campus and cultural activities: Students can use the gym and swimming pool and join campus events, Oxford and Warwick Castle trips.

    Students need additional money for some lunches; dietary requirements should be communicated in advance.

    What happens after A Taste of Business Economics and Finance?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive a University of Warwick Certificate of Attendance.

    Compare economics, finance and business-related university subjects.

    Build listening, note-making and research skills for university learning.

    Understand UK university applications and personal statement expectations.

    Practice presenting team group work to the wider summer school.

    Where does A Taste of Business Economics and Finance take place?

    Warwick’s campus is about three miles southwest of Coventry city center, with rail connections from Coventry to central London taking about an hour. Warwick identifies Birmingham International and London Heathrow as suitable airports, with Birmingham closer to campus.

    Airport transfers must be booked separately at additional cost.

    A Taste of Business Economics and Finance FAQs

    No subject-specific prerequisites apply. Warwick asks students to be enthusiastic learners who are considering university.

    Modules introduce economics, finance, accounting, business, management and entrepreneurship. Examples include game theory, the time value of money, financial statements, digital technologies and creative problem-solving.

    The course includes 29 contact hours across lectures, seminars and skills teaching. The example timetable combines academic sessions with orientation, university preparation and cultural activities.

    It includes two practical sessions covering UK university applications and personal statements. Personal development sessions also address listening, note-making and research skills.

    Students stay in Sherbourne halls in single study bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms. Kitchen and social space are shared with flatmates and a summer school ambassador.

    Breakfasts, dinners and refreshments are included. Students need additional money for some lunches, snacks and drinks; dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.

    Safeguarding-trained staff and current Warwick student ambassadors support students, including on trips and overnight in halls. Students receive 24-hour emergency contacts, and staff can help with medical assistance, counseling and homesickness.

    Warwick awards a University of Warwick Certificate of Attendance at the end of the program.

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    • Practical Information - Safety and Support | Pre-Uni Summer School
    • Accommodation | Pre-University Summer School
    • Dates and Fees | Pre-University Summer School
    • Visa Information | Pre-University Summer School
    • How to Apply | Pre-University Summer School
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