Additional Benefits of B&E

Develop a business idea and pitch it in a fun and supportive environment: Working in teams, students will create and refine a business idea, applying their new skills before presenting in a Dragons’ Den-style pitch.

Understand and develop your entrepreneurial mindset: Students will learn to think creatively, embrace problem-solving, and develop resilience, essential traits for success in business and beyond.

Gain confidence in public speaking and presentation skills: Through regular practice, students will improve their communication, delivery, and confidence when speaking in front of an audience.

Learn how business can be a force for good and drive positive change: The course explores social enterprise and values-led business, showing how companies can create meaningful impact beyond profit.

Understand key business principles such as marketing, finance, and company culture: Students will gain a foundation in essential business concepts, from branding and budgeting to customer engagement and leadership.

Build problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership skills: By working in groups, students will develop collaboration, decision-making, and leadership skills that are vital in any academic or professional setting.

Highly qualified and experienced teachers: Our teachers are highly qualified and passionate about helping students develop new skills. We also focus on finding teachers with real life, working expertise in their subject areas.

Engaged community of students from over 80 nationalities: You’ll learn in an environment where everyone shares and learns from different perspectives, inspiring and challenging each other to grow.

Balanced programme to educate hearts and minds: Academics and Electives are paired, helping students explore other interests, have fun and experience a balanced education.

Ideal 3-week programme length: Three weeks gives students time to make real progress in their learning, build confidence, and form lasting friendships.

Inspiring surroundings in world-renowned universities: The prestigious surroundings of St Andrews, Cambridge and Yale offer a unique learning environment that has inspired many great minds throughout history.