Program overview
Over two exciting weeks, students gain first-hand exposure to university-level business study through interactive lectures, real-world case studies, team challenges, and faculty-led workshops.
The program’s core course, Business Fundamentals, introduces students to the key pillars of business, including leadership, marketing, finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship, while developing analytical, creative, and communication skills essential for success in any future career.
By the end of the program, students will understand how businesses create value, innovate, and lead change—equipped with the foundational knowledge and skills to navigate their academic and professional futures with confidence.
Who should attend
The UBC Sauder Business Academy is ideal for:
- Students aged 15–18 (Grade 10–12) who are curious about business, entrepreneurship, finance, or marketing.
- Ambitious, globally minded learners eager to experience university life and build international friendships.
- Participants seeking a competitive advantage for university applications through a recognized academic enrichment program.
Why choose UBC Sauder Business Academy
- Experience a world-class business education at one of the world’s top-ranked universities.
- Develop practical, transferable skills, from teamwork and leadership to data literacy and creative problem-solving.
- Build a global network of friends, mentors, and faculty who share your curiosity and ambition.
- Gain a competitive edge as you prepare for university admissions and future career exploration.
Our global summer partner
We are pleased to partner with Summer Discovery, a trusted and experienced leader in summer enrichment programs. For more than 50 years, Summer Discovery has welcomed students from around the world into transformational pre-university and college experiences. As the largest provider of these programs globally, they offer students unparalleled summer opportunities, combining immersive enrichment with access to world-class academics through collaborations with leading university partners.
We are pleased to partner with Summer Discovery, a trusted and experienced leader in summer enrichment programs. For more than 50 years, Summer Discovery has welcomed students from around the world into transformational pre-university and college experiences. As the largest provider of these programs globally, they offer students unparalleled summer opportunities, combining immersive enrichment with access to world-class academics through collaborations with leading university partners.
