Program Overview
The Success in Business program empowers international students and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the UK business landscape. Through interactive learning, industry insights, and practical exercises, participants develop essential employability skills, craft impressive CVs, and prepare for success in job interviews. The program also explores career opportunities in the science and technology sector, and provides guidance for navigating performance reviews and advancing careers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Success in Business program is an intensive two-week course designed for international students and professionals seeking to thrive in an international business environment. It also focuses on essential employability skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, along with guidance on crafting impressive CVs. The course delves into employment opportunities in the science and technology sector and offers practical job interview preparation techniques. By the end of the course, participants will be well-prepared to navigate the job market, excel in workplace appraisals, and advance their global career.
Outline:
The Success in Business program is structured as follows:
- Course Length: 2-6 weeks
- Number of Weekly Lessons: 20
- Number of Weekly Excursions: 4
- Number of Weekly Events: 2
- Lesson Length: 45 Minutes
- Minimum Number of Students: 15
Modules:
The program covers the following modules:
- Crafting an Impressive Curriculum Vitae: This module focuses on creating a professional and effective CV that highlights skills and experience relevant to the UK job market.
- Exploring UK Entrepreneurship: This module explores the opportunities and challenges of starting a business in the UK, including access to funding, legal requirements, and market trends.
- Networking and Building Professional Relationships: This module provides practical strategies for building professional networks, attending industry events, and leveraging social media for career advancement.
- Building Essential Employability Skills for the UK Job Market: This module focuses on developing key skills employers seek, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and adaptability.
- Writing Effective Cover Letters for Job Applications: This module provides guidance on crafting compelling cover letters that showcase relevant skills and experience and effectively target specific job requirements.
- Employment Opportunities in the UK Science & Technology Sector: This module explores the growing opportunities in the UK's science and technology sector, including emerging trends, key industries, and career paths.
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods: The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, group discussions, interactive exercises, case studies, and guest speaker presentations.
- Faculty: The program is taught by experienced and qualified instructors who have expertise in business, entrepreneurship, and career development.
- Unique Approaches: The program incorporates practical, hands-on learning experiences, such as company visits, networking events, and workshops, to provide participants with real-world insights and skills.
Careers:
The Success in Business program aims to prepare participants for a variety of career paths in the UK and internationally, including:
- Entrepreneurship: The program provides the foundation for starting and growing a successful business.
- Management: Participants develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in management roles across various industries.
- Sales and Marketing: The program equips participants with the skills to succeed in sales and marketing roles, including communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management.
- Human Resources: Participants gain an understanding of HR practices and develop skills in recruitment, training, and employee relations.
- Finance: The program provides an introduction to financial concepts and principles, preparing participants for roles in finance and accounting.
Other:
- Optional Add-ons: The program offers optional add-ons, such as meal plans, airport transfers, full-day trips to Cambridge, tickets to local attractions, excursions around London, and sports and games.
- Campus Experience: SCL International College offers an all-inclusive campus experience, with classrooms, a café, lounges, outdoor terraces, high-speed WiFi, and weekly social events.
- Location: The program is offered at SCL International College's Kentish Town campus in London.
- Excursions: The program includes four weekly excursions, such as day trips to Cambridge, riverside walks, and visits to local markets.
- Company Visits: The program includes company visits to organizations such as recycling plants, Lloyds of London, and the Bank of England Museum.
- Workshops: The program includes workshops at organizations such as the London Museum of Brands.
