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UCLA Campus, USA

Business and Entrepreneurship at UCLA

About the provider: "Exclusive" - Founded 2004, established provider of Ivy League and California colleges experiences. Thousands of satisfied students from 50+ countries.

age icon 14-18 years old

time icon 2 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 27


Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with our program designed for future moguls!

  • Students will gain invaluable insights directly from seasoned business experts on how to launch and sustain a successful enterprise.
  • Throughout this immersive experience, participants will craft a strategic plan for a novel business idea and have the unique opportunity to present their entrepreneurial vision to actual investors.
  • Engaging with leaders across various sectors of business and finance, students will not only build a solid foundation in the essentials of starting a business but also network with industry professionals, setting the stage for a thriving career in the business world.

This program is not run by the campus partners. Universities and their affiliated departments are not responsible for this program in any way.


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Location

UCLA, Los Angeles, CA

For the second year in a row, UCLA has been ranked #1 among top public universities in the U.S. and 20th overall in national university standing, according to U.S. News & World Report. Its premiere location and elite academic status complement the experience well to create one of the best educational opportunities for college-bound teens.

What's Included

Full Board - Residential Students:

  • Includes: all meals, lodging, excursions, academic course, weekend excursions, application fee $99

  • Excludes: optional airport pickup and drop off service (available for an additional fee)

Day Course - Commuter Students:

  • Includes: lunch, academic course, excursions, programming from 9am to 6pm, Monday-Friday, application fee $99

  • Excludes: lodging, breakfast, dinner, and weekend excursions (Weekend excursions can be added on for $125 per day)

Activities

Diverse Discovery! Activities and sights to suit every interest await in the vibrant surroundings:

  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Lawn games, and more.

Accommodations

  • Accommodation in double or triple rooms, with triples being more common.

  • Rooms equipped with shared bathrooms.

  • Gender-specific housing, with separate rooms for different genders.

  • Room amenities include Twin XL beds, desks, drawers, a mirror, and a closet.

  • Basic linen package provided, including sheets, blanket, pillow, pillowcase, and bath towel.

  • Most meals served in the on-campus dining hall.

  • Wide food selection catering to various diets: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, halal, and specific food allergies.

Excursions

  • Griffith Park/Observatory: Panoramic views of L.A. and the Hollywood sign, hiking on Mt. Hollywood Trail.
  • Ovation Hollywood: Explore the complex at Hollywood Blvd and Highland Ave, visit the Walk of Fame.
  • Beverly Gardens Park & Rodeo Drive: See the "Beverly Hills" sign, optional stroll on Rodeo Drive.
  • Santa Monica Pier & Sunset: Experience the pier's amusement park and shops, stay for a sunset.
  • The Grove & Farmers Market: Visit open-air retail and restaurants, explore the Farmers Market.
  • Amusement Park Visit: Enjoy a day at a local park like Six Flags or Knott's Berry Farm.

Educational Excursions:

  • Visit multiple companies and meet with a range of business people, from small business owners and mid-level managers to high-ranking executives.

Transportation

  • Group airport transfers: $95 each way.

  • Transfers outside of the official group pick-up and drop-off time window: $195 each way

Arrivals During Flight Window:

  • Greeted by campus staff.

  • Stay at the airport with staff until the flight window closes and all students have arrived.

  • Transported to campus after the flight window ends.

  • No immediate meeting by staff; must wait for the official arrival window.

  • For late arrivals(within reason), for those that pay a transfer fee will be met at the airport.

General Departure Information:

  • Students who opt for departure transfer (with a $95 fee) will arrive at the airport at maximum 10:00am.

  • Suitable for flights departing at 12:00pm or later.

  • With additional fee, there might be service for flights departing before 12:00pm.

Lesson Plan

Program Overview:

  • Engage in the entrepreneurial process by thinking through ideas, planning a business, and managing various business considerations for growing a small business into an enterprise.
  • Understand how operations, marketing, sales, and finance come together to drive a business startup to success.
  • Learn how to read financial statements in order to decipher a company’s performance.
  • Develop a sales and marketing plan and pitch your venture to a panel of business and entrepreneurship professionals.
  • Visit area startups and/or advertising/marketing firms to gain real world exposure.

Course Schedule:

  • First week: Five 3-hour classes, 9am-12pm, Monday to Friday
  • Second week: Four 3-hour classes, 9am-12pm, Monday to Thursday
  • Wednesday afternoons of each week are dedicated to students' course-specific academic excursion, guest speaker, or activity.
  • 6 hours of Enrichment Electives

Sample Tutors

Dr. Laura Manyweather, Ed.D., MBA:

  • College professor and consultant specializing in program, fund, and non-profit development.

  • 30 years of experience in private corporations, 13 years in academia.

  • Expertise in systems, processes, and organizational structure for small and micro businesses.

  • Awarded and recognized as a Woman of Influence (WOI) in 2018.

Extras

  • Airport Shuttle service: $95 (Each way)

  • Registration fee: $99

  • Pocket Money: We suggest an extra $100 per week.

Requirements

Criteria for Admission:

  • Vaccination Requirements: May be necessary for in-person programs, depending on university policies.

  • Academic requirements:

    • For students entering grades 9-12

    • A grade point average of 3.0 (or equivalent)

  • English Proficiency for International Students: Telephone interview or minimum test scores:

    • TOEFL: 490 (paper) or 60 (iBT).

    • Cambridge: PET-Distinction or FCE-C.

    • SAT: 450 in Reading/Writing.

  • Decisions are emailed within 7 to 10 business days after application review.


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