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    Business: Mini-MBA™

    by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)

    The Mini-MBA introduces you to the fundamentals of business, from entrepreneurship and marketing to finance and strategy.

    Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
    Business: Mini-MBA™

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    Key facts

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Ages 15–16

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15–16

    Location / Region

    Folkestone

    Cost

    From £3,795

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Upcoming cycle

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    FinanceBusiness & EconomicsEntrepreneurship

    Accommodation: Residential campus (boarding houses)

    Meals: Meals are held in the dining room; varied menu with a mixture of British and international cuisine.

    Certificate: Social programme and excursions (full-day trips on Wednesdays and Sundays) Course report and certificate Time to Shine ceremony and projects Fieldwork sessions connecting theory with real-world settings Dedicated academic coaching English language development integrated into the programme Certificate of Achievement & optional reference letter

    Outcomes: ["Build a foundation in business and management", "Practise entrepreneurial thinking", "Apply business knowledge to practical scenarios", "Strengthen leadership and teamwork skills"]

    TL;DR

    The Mini-MBA introduces you to the fundamentals of business, from entrepreneurship and marketing to finance and strategy. It is designed for students who want to understand how organisations work and how ideas are turned into ventures, with a focus on applied learning and real-world case studies to build the knowledge and confidence to think and act like a business leader.

    What is Business: Mini-MBA™?

    The Mini-MBA introduces you to the fundamentals of business, from entrepreneurship and marketing to finance and strategy. It is designed for students who want to understand how organisations work and how ideas are turned into ventures, with a focus on applied learning and real-world case studies to build the knowledge and confidence to think and act like a business leader.

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

    Cost and what is included

    From £3,795; includes Cost item: Business: Mini-MBA™ Residential — Currency input:: 3795.

    Accommodation

    Residential campus (boarding houses)

    Meals

    Meals are held in the dining room; varied menu with a mixture of British and international cuisine.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; Folkestone.

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    What you actually do

    Intensive two-week study of strategy, marketing, finance and operations through case studies, data analysis, seminars, simulations and workshops. Practical work includes preparing and delivering pitches, responding to case simulations, and collaborating in teams to develop business ideas, plans and recommendations. Social programme includes full-day trips on Wednesdays and Sundays (e.g., Canterbury and Central London).

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Social programme and excursions (full-day trips on Wednesdays and Sundays)

    2. 2

      Course report and certificate

    3. 3

      Time to Shine ceremony and projects

    4. 4

      Fieldwork sessions connecting theory with real-world settings

    5. 5

      Dedicated academic coaching

    6. 6

      English language development integrated into the programme

    7. 7

      Certificate of Achievement & optional reference letter

    Key dates and deadlines

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students aged 15–17

    • English level B1+ (Intermediate and above)

    • No prior business knowledge required

    Cost, funding, and what's included

    Entry cost

    From £3,795

    What's included

    Cost item: Business: Mini-MBA™ Residential — Currency input:: 3795

    Curriculum / what you'll study

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Course Modules

    What’s Included

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

    Daily schedule overview

    A typical day during the programme.

    Time to Shine Project: Week One

    Time to Shine Project: Week One

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