Immerse Education Business Management at University College London

Do you have your sights set on a career in business? The Immerse Education Business Management summer programme will introduce you to the world of opportunities in the subject, using project-based learning and practical study. You will research and explore real-world issues, working alongside other academically talented participants to innovate and pitch a groundbreaking solution. Interactive workshops and networking events offer you the opportunity to learn from the professionals from businesses like Deutsche Bank, and see where you would best fit in the industry. Not just that, you’ll have the unique opportunity visits RISE Barclays (the home of FinTech startups and scale-ups), London Business School, and London Business Hub.

Learn from exceptional institutions and industry leaders changing the world of business

On the Business Management programme, subject-focused days include workshops with: 1. The Bank of England 2. RISE Barclays 3. London Business School 4. London Business Hub 5. Speakers from Deutsche Bank, and Bethnal Green Ventures Learning from those at the forefront of their field, you’ll receive industry feedback and personal career advice to prepare you for future success.

Find out what it takes to work in the industry through real-world projects

You will explore concepts and share ideas in small groups of like-minded and ambitious peers from around the world. In classes averaging 7 students, you will be guided by expert project leads who offer an insight into their industry. Our rigorous vetting process guarantees that all participants are taught by engaging and supportive educators who are, most of all, enthusiastic about sharing their expertise to ensure our summer school teaching is of the highest quality. Immerse™ is an unrivalled academic experience.

Example Modules

Theory and Research: Getting ahead in business relies on putting theory into practice, and using research skills to investigate the scope of the problems facing our society. In this module, you will learn how to use strategic insights to inform decision making. You will explore sourcing data, investigating trends, presenting your findings and prioritising business strategy.

**Real-World Project: **The UK Government has recently embarked on a 25-year plan to protect and improve the environment, but we still have huge rates of carbon emissions, damage to the British countryside, threats of extreme weather associated with climate change, and the threat to endangered species around the world. During your project, you will design a business solution to this global emergency. This will be supported by workshops sessions with London Borough City Councils, London Assembly and Barclays LifeSkills. **Practical Experience: **You will learn about the business of urban regeneration with a trip to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and explore how London's top start-ups in finance, technology, retail and education are changing the face of business. You will put your skills to the test by developing and refining your business idea, ready to pitch it to the professionals. **Professional Development: **Bridging the gap between education and the world of work, this module offers an insight into the jobs in our industries now, and in the future. These sessions are made up of guest lectures, expert panel discussions and essential skill-building workshops that cover pitching, brand development, communication, public speaking and collaborative thinking. 1:1 coaching sessions allow for personal feedback and the creation of a career plan, something that will continue to be useful long after you finish the Career Insights programme.

Key Facts

• Average class size is 7
• Maximum class size of 10 students
• 1:1 Career Coaching
• Personal support and guidance for success
• Professional development workshops
• Building essential skills for success
• World-class experience