Global Business Championship
Global Business Championship
Inspired by Ivy League & Oxbridge MBA Programmes
Benefits
Build knowledge & understanding of other cultures
Become a global citizen while networking with future entrepreneurs
English Language Proficiency - Persuade, negotiate and delivery powerful business pitches
Personal & Professional Development - Time management, working under pressure and self-assurance
Business & strategic thinking - Critical thinking, financial acumen & market analysis
Leadership & Teamwork - Resilience, confidence, creativity and innovation
About the programme
Get ready for a business experience unlike any other! You’ll be challenged to design, develop, and pitch your own business ideas to experienced professionals. This is your chance to shine and show off your entrepreneurial spirit!
We’re taking the Global Business Championship to the next level! You’ll be working directly on a real-world business challenge, from receiving the initial brief to developing a complete business case analysis. This is a chance to get an unparalleled, end-to-end look at corporate / industry problem-solving on a global scale.
We’ve also introduced individualised mentoring sessions with seasoned business professionals. You’ll gain practical, one-on-one insight and guidance directly from leaders from a range of industries.
Our goal is to help students become the leaders of tomorrow. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to develop critical thinking, problem solving and other key soft skills. The Global Business Championship is the perfect place to build these abilities, preparing students for whatever comes next – whether that’s higher education, their dream career, or even launching their own venture.
Get ready to innovate, collaborate, and grow!
10-night Programme available for 2027!
Standard Programme Length
The core Global Business Championship programme remains a 12-night experience and will continue unchanged through 2027.
Because we aim to provide a truly international experience, we adapt!
By listening to our partners, we’ve created a 10-night programme specifically for schools whose academic calendars require more flexibility. This option is carefully designed to ensure a truly international experience and deep global immersion, making it easier than ever for your students to join our global community.
Introducing 10-night programmes
New 10-night programme options have been introduced alongside the standard programme. Same academic experience, shorter duration!
Download 2027 GBC FactsheetDates
10-night
Arrival - 29 March 2027
Departure - 10 April 202712-night
Arrival - 31 March 2027
Departure - 10 April 2027- Months
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Competition Stages
Qualifying Round
At each of our campuses, schools will be divided into two competition groups of 8-12 teams. All teams will deliver two presentations, one is the ‘board room’ style in front of judges with the second being ‘open audience’ in front of all teams. Board room focuses on the written business plan that teams must present to the judges, with open audience being more focussed on presentation of the pitch and student’s language skills. The two different presentations ensure that student’s ideas and pitch are given the same importance as their language skills and written work. The top teams from each campus go forward to the Grand Finals.
Grand Finals at Eton College
The top teams from each campus will have to present again to all-new judges from a business background from the previous round, with judges scoring based on presentation skills and the ideas behind the pitch. More importance is given to how well the idea would do in a real-world business environment. Awards are available for Best Presentation, Best Brand or Idea, & more as well as overall competition winners and runners-up.
*Competition structure will depend on final number of students, centres and teams.
Judging & Prizes
The Judges
Expert judges are chosen from among the successful entrepreneurs, business teachers and business people.
Grand Final & Prizes
The top teams who qualify for the Grand Final will make their final pitch to a panel of Business experts. The panel judges each business proposal and crowns the Oxford International Global Business Champion!
Grand Award Ceremony & Prizes
The finale of the annual Global Business Championships is the glittering closing awards ceremony, which will take place at a world-famous London venue and is attended by VIP guests.
Cultural Programme
Our well-rounded excursion programme achieves a great balance between education, cultural value, relaxation and sheer fun.
Enjoy two extended full-day visits to London, and a full-day in Oxford or Cambridge, and a full-day visit to Windsor.
Students will go on one business visit to a British company. On a guided tour of one of their departments, they will gain a deeper understanding of the business world and different industries. For example, past trips have included tours of the Jaguar Land Rover, Stamford Bridge Stadium, Silverstone Formula 1 among others.
Entrances / Attractions
Entrance to the London Eye included
London Attractions
Big Ben & the UK Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey
Museums
Explore London, and Oxford or Cambridge on an expert-led walking tour
Notable Sites
Museums, Trafalgar Square, Oxford Street, Leicester Square, and more
Locations
To host the Global Business Championship, we partner with some of the finest schools in the country, set in stunning locations and surrounded by beautiful English countryside. All our partner schools are located within two hours of London with easy access to international airports. All of them have large common rooms, sports facilities and historical venues where students will present.
Meals are provided on campus, with packed lunches and / or meal vouchers given on excursion days. Sites are highly secure, with combination codes for dormitory access, security patrols and CCTV cameras. Oxford International staff are housed in the same buildings as the students and are available 24/7 should any issues arise.
Timeline
Step 1
Schools register for the competition – Registrations are open now!
Step 2
An Oxford International representative will arrange a video call to discuss all details of the competition and deadlines.
Step 3
In November, all registered schools will access our Academic Portal, where they can download the competition guidelines and academic materials. From that moment Webinars will be available for competing schools.
Step 4
Teams start working together. Getting in the competitive spirit!
Step 5
Travel to the UK to represent your school and country!
Registration 2027Eligibility & Registration
How can you join the Global Business Championship?
The Global Business Championship is a highly demanding and academic programme, and students generally benefit from it in proportion to their contribution to the project and course as a whole. We suggest you select 6-20 of your most gifted students to form your Global Business Championship team. There is also 1 free teacher place for every 10 students.
Eligibility
Please complete the registration form below. To enter the competition, schools must meet the following criteria:
- Students must be between 15-18 years of age at the time of the competition.
- Students should have a minimum of B2+ English level.
- Students must be accompanied dedicated teacher whose English proficiency is no lower than C1.
One of our experienced team members will be happy to arrange an online call to discuss the programme with you in detail prior to enrolling to ensure you are ready to join the programme. To reach out to our Spring Competitions team, please contact us on spring@oxfordinternational.com.
Registration for 2027