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T H E MA STE RSINSIGHT INTO MANAGEMENTA u n i que e nt re pre ne ur prog ramme for high sc hool students aged 16-19
Everyone has the potential to become anentrepreneur but not everyone gets toacquire the knowledge and skills neededto transform an idea into a competitive,innovative product. The Masters will startyou on the journey to being a successfulentrepreneur – allowing you to learn fromthe best and get real experience whileyou design, develop and pitch a detailedbusiness plan.C ONT E N TSWELCOME TO THE MASTERS/4WHAT IS THE MASTERS?/6WHAT WILL STUDENTS LEARN?/7A VARIED PROGRAMME/8THE BUSINESS COURSE/9COMPETITION STAGES,JUDGES AND PRIZES/12CULTURAL EXCURSIONS/14LOCATION ANDACCOMMODATION/16STUDENT WELFARE/18ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION/19FURTHER YOUR STUDIES WITHOXFORD INTERNATIONAL/21CONTACT US/22
7YEARS123000 W EL CO M E TOTHE M A ST E R SCOUNTRIESSTUDENTSDo your students have the drive anddetermination to develop an idea into abusiness proposal and sell it to experts?The Masters is a unique internationalcompetition for the entrepreneurs ofthe future.The contest offers high schoolstudents a chance to developtheir commercial skills and Englishfluency while also kick-starting theirfuture careers as global businessleaders. Teams of bright, creative andconfident students from all aroundthe world are selected to come tothe UK for an intensive two weeks oflearning and competition.THE COMPETITIONWorking in school teams, studentswill be required to develop aninnovative new business proposaland form a detailed business plan.They will also receive presentationsfrom entrepreneur guest speakers.Their final challenge at the end ofthe course will be to present theirproposal to a panel of guest judges,who will then select the winningteam – the Masters Champions.With a varied programme that equipsstudents to develop business ideasand communicate them effectivelyto potential investors, the Masters isthe perfect bridge from high schoolstudy to success in the professionalworld. The programme also aimsto develop essential academicstudy skills which will help studentssucceed at university in the future.We look forward to welcoming youand your school to study with us –and compete!6LEARNING FROM THE BESTAlongside project developmentsessions, students willattend business lecturesfrom experienced teachersand go on a full schedule ofexcursions – including a visit toa successful British company.The students will alsohear from three talks byentrepreneurs and guestspeakers, who will offerinsights into the businessworld, leadership, the skillsneeded to succeed, and theirown successes and challenges.The Masters is hosted byOxford International, aBritish Council-accreditedorganisation that has runEnglish language programmesfor more than 25 years andhas educated over 500,000international students fromEurope, Asia, the Middle Eastand Latin America.7
STUDENTS TAKE PART IN THE MASTERSFROM ALL OVER THE WORLD:Mexico, Chile, Honduras,Costa Rica, Colombia,Venezuela, Peru, Panama,Brazil, Ecuador, Italy,SwedenWhat will students learn?W H AT IST H E M A ST E R S?Develop Business English fluency,fire the creative imagination, andbuild real business knowledge in a traditional British boardingschool setting.The Masters is a challenging two-week residential businesscourse for ambitious students aged 16-19, taking placeevery year both at Easter and in the summer.Ideal for students interested in becoming global businessleaders, the course is modelled on Ivy League / OxbridgeMBA programmes and formats such as Dragons’ Denand The Apprentice – where real-life entrepreneurspresent their ideas to a board of expert investors andbusinesspeople.8STUDENTS RECEIVE MANY LASTING BENEFITS FROM COMPETING IN THE MASTERS:THE SKILLS TO SUCCEEDFrom Day One, school teams arechallenged to develop a comprehensivebusiness plan for a specific product orservice, and, after two weeks of designand development, give a 10- to 15-minutepitch to a panel of entrepreneurs andangel investors.Along the way, students are encouragedto enhance their strategic andcommunication skills, as well as theirunderstanding of business developmentand their ability to work in a team undertime pressure. They will learn aboutmarketing, design, motivation, leadershipand innovation – all while improving theirEnglish fluency and competing for thechance to be judged Masters Champions.COMMUNICATIONStudents will be helped to improvetheir English fluency and formalwriting skills in a business context.Public speaking and presentationskills will also be sharpened asthey prepare for the final pitch.BUSINESS KNOWLEDGEStudents gain an overall insight intobusiness administration, management,investment and the global economy– as well as experience of a realbusiness. They will also benefitfrom careers advice from our guestentrepreneur speakers and judges.CULTUREStudents experience British culture and historythrough living in a boarding school setting andvisiting some of the UK’s best sights and attractions.INNOVATION AND DESIGNTeam members develop theirentrepreneurial, creative anddesign skills as they workthrough the developmentprocess and help guide a project.MAKING CONNECTIONSCompetitors will interact and network withother future entrepreneurs as they meet fellowstudents from other countries and cultures.TEACHERS will also get the chance to share knowledge with educators from other schools andhear about their experiences. Some may even form international partnerships and exchanges,increasing the profile of their schools both regionally and nationally.9
A VA R I E DPRO GR A M M EEach day’s project work is complemented by lectures,social events, sports activities or fun excursions.Every day of the Masters offers a different challenge and a further opportunity tolearn about the ever-changing world of business. In the morning, students attendour series of Business Lectures, while in the afternoon they participate in ProductDevelopment sessions and work in teams on their business plan.A FULL PROGRAMME OF EVENTSIn the evening, our social programme comes to life with a variety of events, films,sports, discos and trips to places of cultural interest – as well as the opportunityto make friends with peers from around the world.OVER THE YEARS, COMPANYVISITS HAVE INCLUDED:Range Rover, Lotus,Mini Cooper, Jaguarand ConcordeStudents will also enjoy a series of fascinating presentations by establishedentrepreneurs and businesspeople – giving insights into how companies tackletoday’s markets, what drives investment decisions, and what abilities are neededfor success.Sample NOONEVENING1ArrivalsArrivalsFilm Night& Sports10Business LectureProjectDevelopmentActivity on site2Welcome andStudent InductionProjectDevelopmentOpeningCeremony11Final BusinessLectureFirst RoundPitchesGuest speakerlecture3Business LectureProjectDevelopmentWelcome -day excursion to LondonWest End MusicalGrand Finaland AwardsCeremony5Business LectureGuest speakerlecture13Full-dayexcursion toOxfordWalking Tour andentrance intoChrist ChurchCollege (of HarryPotter fame)Return to campusfor late dinner at20:00610THE BUSINE SS COURSEProjectDevelopmentFull-dayexcursion toCambridgeCompany visitand College visitReturn to campusfor late dinner at20:007Business LectureProjectDevelopmentWii Karaoke8Business LectureProjectDevelopmentActivity on site9Full-day excursion to LondonEvening inLondon1415Full-day excursion to LondonDeparturesDeparturesReturn to campusfor later dinnerat 20:00Students learn the principles of financing,marketing and development – and apply themto their own business ideas.MODULES INCLUDE: Introduction to Business Company Branding Market Research andProduct Placement Market Research –Competitor Analysis Finance Website Design Pitching an IdeaBUSINESS LECTURESOur morning session introduces students to key principles and concepts thatwill help them gain a holistic and systematic understanding of the businessworld. Each day, students will look at a different area of business theory andpractice – first in general terms, and then more specifically in relation to theirteam’s business plan.Lecturers are carefully chosen for their background in business, and will giveadvice on how students should tackle each area of their project as well ashow to present the final pitch.11
PROJ E CTDE V E LOPM E N TIn the afternoon sessions, schools work together as a teamto create their vision for the business, develop a coherentstrategy, produce a business plan, and prepare for the finalpitch at the end of the programme.THE STRATEGYThe business strategy provides a roadmap for the company. Itreveals the unifying theme, vision and story of the brand and alsoclearly positions the company and product in the target market,paying close attention to competition. It considers the future planfor the company by mapping out clear objectives. Careful analysis offinancial matters and marketing objectives are examined.THE BUSINESS PLANThe business plan brings together the different elements requiredfor the product strategy. Although teams will not be judged on thebusiness plan itself, a detailed business plan will ensure that the teamconsiders all the necessary elements of their company – being wellprepared to discuss them with conviction and confidence when thejudges ask questions.THE FINAL PITCHThe ultimate aim of the final pitch is to convince the judges that theidea being presented is not only viable, but also one that they wouldhypothetically be prepared to risk investing in.Students will benefit from use of presentation tools such as MicrosoftPowerPoint in their pitch. As part of the business lectures, students willalso learn communication strategies to convey their idea in the bestpossible way – using eye contact, tone of voice, ability to convey withconviction and confidence, and gestures for emphasis. Teams should berehearsed and well prepared as they step in front of the panel of judges.1213
COM PE T I T I O N STAG ES,J UD G E S A N D PR IZESWhich school will be given the ultimateprize of Masters Champions?Once students have developed their innovative new business idea andproduced a detailed business plan they will compete in groups from whichthe top teams will qualify for the Semi-Final.At the Semi-Final stage students will refine their business pitch in front of apanel of business specialists to determine who will qualify for the Grand Final.The top teams will then qualify for the Grand Final when they will make a finalpitch to a panel of Business Investors.JUDGING THE ENTRIESSpecific criteria are used to judge thequality of each business proposal:Group RoundAll school teams compete in groups to impress the judges with their business proposals.1Semi-FinalThe top teams from each group qualify for the Semi-Final when they willhave an opportunity to refine their pitch to a panel of business judgesGrand FinalThe winner of each group makestheir pitch to the expert jury.WinnersThe winning teamis crowned MastersChampions!14234Company branding and mission:this encompasses the vision,story and creativity necessary forbuilding a great business idea.Product design: the product mustembody good design principlesand be well suited for its market.Finance: the numbersmust add up!Marketing plan: groupsmust show an awarenessof how to communicatetheir idea or product to theirpotential customer base.THE JUDGESExpert judges are chosen from among the successfulentrepreneurs and businesspeople who are invited to deliverpresentations to our students. Past judges have included:Philipp BaddleyManagement consultant and angel investorEvelyn BarretoDiplomat, Mexican EmbassyRobert DarellCo-Founder Oxford InternationalRoy RainbirdChief Editor Asia Desk, ReutersChris SpanoudakisCorporate Financier, formerly Director ofMergers and Acquisitions KPMGXenia WaltersCFO Nigel Frank International, formerly CFOInto University Partnerships, RegusRory WilkinsonInternational Education Expert, Chairman,Bucksmore EducationIan WhartonCreative Director AKQA, award winning softwareand app developer and author of Spark for theFire: How youthful Thinking Unlocks Creativity15
C ULTU R A LE X CUR SI O N SGet ready to visit some of theUK’s most iconic sights andattractions.Our well-rounded excursion programme achievesa great balance between education, cultural value,relaxation and sheer fun. London destinationshave included the Houses of Parliament, a WestEnd theatre show and the City’s Bank of EnglandMuseum, where students get a fascinating insightinto the development of the global economy.In addition, students will visit either Oxford orCambridge – two of the oldest university cities inthe world. You will spend the day touring the city,with ample opportunity to see the ancient Collegebuildings, absorb the history and observe thethriving student life.You will also have the opportunity to visit a Britishcompany for a guided tour of its departments andoperations. Past excursions have included tours ofthe Jaguar Land Rover, Lotus and BMW Mini plants.DESTINATIONSLondonOxford or CambridgeLONDON ATTRACTIONSCity of London(London’s financial hub)Houses of ParliamentWest End TheatreproductionBank of England MuseumCOMPANY VISITSJaguar Land RoverChelsea Football Club1617
LOC AT IONS A N DACCOM MODAT IONRoyal Holloway, University of LondonWe are privileged and proud to be able to hold the Masters in some of thebest independent boarding schools and university campuses in the southof England.In previous years, the Masters has taken place at the Royal Hollowaycampus in Surrey, part of the University of London.Described by The Telegraph as one of the most picturesque universitycampuses in the world alongside Oxford and Harvard, the campus is dominatedby the stunning Victorian Founder’s building, modelled on the Château deChambord in France. It sits within 136 acres of gardens and woodland in thebeautiful Surrey countryside – a few minutes from the towns of Egham andStaines-upon-Thames, and just 40 minutes by train to central London.STRATFORDUPON-AVONKey informationACCOMMODATIONRecently refurbished state-of-the-artsingle and double rooms with ensuite facilities in the student halls ofresidence on campus.MEALSThree meals are included asstandard; on excursion days,packed lunches are provided.LAUNDRYCoin-operated washing anddrying machines are providedon college premises.FACILITIESState-of-the-art sports facilities areavailable including extensive outdoorsports fields, tennis courts, basketballcourts and football pitches. A café andshop are also available on campus.INTERNETWi-Fi access is enabledacross the whole campus.GETTING THERELondon Heathrow (LHR): 20 minutesLondon Gatwick (LGW): 45 minutesLondon Stansted (STN): 90 WAIRPORTRoyal HollowayGATWICKAIRPORTBRIGHTONENGLISH CH A NN EL18Explore the college atwww.royalholloway.ac.uk19
STUD EN TWE L FA R EE L IGI BIL I T Y A N DR E GIST R AT IONThe welfare and safety ofyour students is our numberone priority.Find out if your students have what ittakes to be Masters Champions.During their time at the Masters, the safety, security andwellbeing of all students is paramount. From the carefulselection of our staff and locations to the academic andcultural programme, student welfare is our number onepriority. Although the Masters is an intensive, challengingcompetition, it is still crucial that the students have a funand memorable time with us, and that parents know theyare happy and well looked after.OUR SUPPORTOur experienced staff are on-site and available 24hours a day. They ensure that students settle in,make friends and use English throughout their stayhere. They also accompany students on excursionsand meet them at the airport when they arrive. Eachcampus has its own dedicated Welfare Officer andStudent Advice Bureau, which students can visit at anytime for support, information, or help with problems.Upon arrival, students will have a compulsory inductionsession, during which they will receive informationabout emergency procedures and the code of conductexpected of them while they are here. We also have atleast one First Aid-trained staff member and a doctoron call at each centre. Parents must notify us of anymedical conditions in advance of arrival.GUIDANCEOxford International follows British Council andEnglish UK guidelines very carefully. We are alsoa founder member of Young Learners English – aspecial interest group run by English UK committed tomaintaining high student welfare standards for juniorEnglish language courses. For more information visit:www.englishuk.com20The Masters is a highly demanding and academic programme, and studentsgenerally benefit from it in proportion to their contribution to the project andthe course as a whole.Therefore, we recommend that you enquire with us to explore whether theMasters is suitable for you and whether any special arrangements are required.Our academic support staff are available to answer any questions: you cancontact them at the details below.YOUR TEAMWe recommend you select 5-20 of your most gifted students to form yourMasters team. There is also one free teacher place per 10 students.ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Students must be between 16 and 19 years of age and still enrolledat high school. Students should have a minimum of a B2 English level(see https://www.britishcouncil.es/en/english/levels/b2 for information). Students must be accompanied by a dedicated member of the teachingstaff who has a very high level of English. One of our academic team will discuss the programme with you in detailprior to enrolling to ensure you are ready to join the programme.RegisterYou can complete the provided registration form and return it toMatt Hird (Global Sales Director) at MHird@oxfordinternational.com.Leading up to the competition, our academic support staff are availableto answer any questions you may have during preparation:Telephone: 44 (0)20 8293 1188 Email: beo@oxfordinternational.com Web: beoprogrammes.co.uk21
FURTHER YOURSTUDIES WITH OXFORDINTERNATIONALAfter the Masters Champions are chosen,your visit needn’t come to an end.The Masters is just one of a variety of programmes that we run throughoutthe year and, as part of the Oxford International family, students can alsochoose from a range of further outstanding educational and cultural courses.EDUCATIONAL TOURSINDEPENDENT BOARDINGSCHOOLSBUCKSMORE EDUCATIONd’Overbroeck’s is a selective, highlyranked day and boarding school forstudents aged 11-18 which acceptsinternational boarders from the ageof 14 onto IGCSE, Study Abroad andA-Level programmes. d’Overbroeck’s isranked in the Top 1% of schools in theUK and ranked 27th in the Times leaguetable of co-educational schools.Bucksmore Education provides qualityEnglish Language summer schoolsin Cambridge, Oxford and the Southof England for individual studentsfrom all over the world. Bucksmoreoffers a diverse collection of summerprogrammes that range from intensiveEnglish programmes in prestigiousUK boarding schools to challengingleadership and pre-university courses incolleges at Oxford University and King’sCollege London.STUDY TRIPSOver 1000 students have enjoyed a funeducational trip with us at the end oftheir British English Olympics or Masterscourses. Our programmes are designedto stimulate young minds as they explorenew European cities, visit iconic sightsand experience new cultures. Itinerariesand support can be tailored to suit yourgroup’s needs, and tours can also bespecially designed based on a range ofdesired study areas (such as geography,history and art).Find out more at:www.doverbroecks.com/Where:Popular tours include: Brussels andAmsterdam; Paris and Disneyland;Scotland; Italy; Berlin and MadridProgramme includes: Transport, accommodationand meals A full excursions programme(museums, technical visits andattractions) Subject-specific programmes ifrequired (such as art, history,business or languages) 24/7 assistanceFind out more ucksmore Education is accredited bythe British Council.Find out more atwww.bucksmore.comOxford Tutorial College specialises inA-Level, GCSE and BTEC tuition forstudents aged 15 intending to study ata leading British university. The Collegehas built a reputation for being one ofthe leading tutorial colleges in the UK. Itslocation in the heart of academic Oxfordand highly qualified tutors provide for atruly inspirational learning environment.Find out more at:www.oxfordtutorialcollege.com23
C ONTAC T U SGet in touch with us today to find out moreTo find out more about the Masters, or to apply, please contact yourlocal Oxford International representative. Alternatively, you can alsocontact us directly at the details below.Our staff will be happy to answer any questions you have and will helpyou with the process of applying for and organising the trip.We look forward to meeting you!Telephone: 44 (0)20 8293 1188Email: beo@oxfordinternational.comWeb: www.beoprogrammes.co.ukOxford International Education Group259 Greenwich High Road, London, SE10 8NB, UKCONNECT WITH tu.be/V9ibXpNVYxo24
THE MASTERS? Develop Business English fluency, fire the creative imagination, and build real business knowledge - in a traditional British boarding school setting. The Masters is a challenging two-week residential business course for ambitious students aged 16-19, taking place every year both at Easter and in the summer.
