Columbia University - Career & Business Development

Course Description: Columbia University - Career & Business Development

The Barnard College/Columbia University Summer Program provides an intensive and dynamic business-focused academic experience, designed to equip students with essential career skills, entrepreneurial knowledge, and leadership development while enhancing their English language proficiency. Set in the heart of New York City, this program offers one to six-week English language courses or specialized two-week courses in Career & Business Development, complemented by daily interactive activities, weekly full-day excursions, and residential accommodations with full room and board. Students will gain hands-on experience in business fundamentals, employability strategies, and entrepreneurial thinking, preparing them for success in today’s global marketplace.

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Center Highlights

✔ Live and study at a prestigious Ivy League campus located in the heart of Manhattan, New York.

✔ Beautiful, walkable campus in a safe and welcoming residential area.

✔ Walking distance to Central Park and just 15 minutes from Midtown Manhattan.

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Accommodations

✔ Dormitory-style housing at Barnard College.

✔ Choose between traditional dorm room accommodations or suite-style living.

✔ Shared room/shared bath for an immersive residential experience.

✔ Full board included (all meals provided).

✔ Free Wi-Fi access throughout the campus.

✔ Laundry facilities available (fee payable).

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Courses

✔ Classes held at Columbia University, providing a true Ivy League academic experience.

✔ Small class sizes, averaging 14 students per class, ensuring personalized instruction.

✔ 20 lessons per week, designed to strengthen English proficiency, communication, and leadership skills.

Career & Business Development

✔ Get ahead of the pack by acquiring the tools to land your first job or start your own business venture.

✔ 2-week course, open to students with a B1+ English level.

Course Breakdown

✔ Divided into two sections:

1️⃣ Employability – Fundamentals of the Modern Workforce

• Understanding job descriptions and career opportunities.

• Crafting applications, resumes, and cover letters.

• Prepping for interviews and presenting yourself as a strong candidate.

2️⃣ Business Development – How to Start Your Own Business

• Learning the first steps to take as an entrepreneur.

• Exploring key business concepts such as market research, branding, and financial planning.

• Applying your knowledge by pitching a business idea to your peers.

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Activities & Excursions

✔ Students studying at least two weeks will have the opportunity to visit:

• Philadelphia

• Six Flags Amusement Park

• Coney Island

• Brooklyn

  ✔ NYC MetroCard included in program fees for convenient city exploration.

  ✔ One full-day excursion per week, with optional excursions available on Sundays.

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Sample Weekly Schedule

Week 1

• Sunday: Arrival Day & Icebreakers

• Monday: Morning: Academic Orientation/Classes | Afternoon: Madison Square Garden & Flatiron Building | Evening: 5th Avenue Shopping

• Tuesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Rockefeller Center & Top of the Rock | Evening: New York Public Library & Bryant Park

• Wednesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) | Evening: Walk the High Line & Vessel

• Thursday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Sports at Morningside Park | Evening: Chelsea Market & Disco Night

• Friday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: City Hall & Brooklyn Bridge | Evening: South Street Seaport & Pier 17

• Saturday: Morning: Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Wall Street & NY Stock Exchange | Afternoon: American Museum of Natural History, Lincoln Center & Columbus Circle | Evening: Greenwich Village & Washington Square Park

Week 2

• Sunday: Shopping in SoHo & International Night

• Monday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: World Trade Center Memorial | Evening: Times Square

• Tuesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Coney Island | Evening: 5th Avenue Shopping

• Wednesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Central Park East & Museum Mile | Evening: Arts & Crafts Night

• Thursday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Walk the High Line & Vessel | Evening: Disco Night

• Friday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Macy’s Shopping | Evening: Rockefeller Center & Top of the Rock

• Saturday: Six Flags Full-Day Excursion

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Additional Services

✔ Airport Transfers:

• JFK International Airport – $250 each way.

• LaGuardia Airport – $200 each way.

• Transfer costs can be split among students traveling together.

✔Accredited by the Commission for English Language Accreditation (CEA)

✔ Recognized for its rigorous curriculum and immersive learning experience