Many reputable universities run intensive but stimulating summer school programs that give students the chance to increase their academic standing in the most vibrant and culturally-enriched cities in the world. With a great number of different courses and varied social programs, summer school is a fantastic taster to life.

In our last post, you could find the top economics summer schools taking place this year. Today, we compiled the list of the best business and management summer courses to attend in 2015.

We also invite you to see the greatest summer schools in Business & Management and Economics that we published in 2014.

The schools are listed by their approaching deadlines, without preference of topic, location, or institution.

Oxford Summer Business School

Country: United Kingdom

Duration of the Course: from 5 July to 12 September 2015

Application Deadline: 18 April 2015

This summer school is a 2 to 6 week program giving the students the opportunity to have an experience abroad at Oxford University. It offers courses in Global and International Macroeconomics, Financial Crisis and Policy Responses, International Taxation, Development Economics, Behavioral Economics, Philosophy, Politics, and International Business Law.

Imperial College London Business Summer School 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Duration of the Course: from July to August 215

Application Deadline: 28 February 2015 (discount for early bird)

This Summer School is an exceptional opportunity to immerse in a richly stimulating environment and develop the practical skills to critically assess the world’s most pressing business issues.The program offers courses in finance, entrepreneurship, business strategy and consulting, strategic management, etc.

Summer School at Mannheim Business School

Country: Germany

Duration of the Course: from 28 June to 21 July 2015

Application Deadline: 15 April 2015

The Summer School is organized annually from the end of June until mid-July. It is divided into 3 modules which take place one after another. The courses offered cover topics such as global marketing, German economy and entrepreneurship.

Summer School Utrecht 2015

Country: Netherlands

Duration of the Course: from June to August 2015

Application Deadline: applications are open

The Summer School offers courses that include social media, entrepreneurship, business challenges, European business economy, business law, finance and banking, game finance, etc. These are high quality, challenging summer courses on bachelor, master and PhD level. All courses are taught in English by the academic staff. In 2014 the Utrecht Summer School attracted around 3000 students from over 110 different countries.

HEC Paris Summer School 2015

Country: France

Duration of the Course: up to 3 intensive two-week programs from June to July 2015

Application Deadline: rolling admissions, final submission date: April 20

HEC Paris Summer School aims to develop analytical and decision-making skills, as well as help students to grasp complex challenges and strategic opportunities in today’s global economy. Courses include international finance, business and geopolitics, social business, fashion management, sport and entertainment management, etc.

Global business in Asia: New Horizons

Country: China (Hong Kong)

Duration of the Course: from 21 June to 18 July 2015

Application Deadline: 31 March 2015

The course aims to provide participants with an in-depth understanding and first-hand experience of the current economic development and business environment in China. The program lasts for four weeks with the first two in Hong Kong and the last two in Shanghai. The mornings are devoted to classes with lectures and discussion while the afternoons are left for guest speeches, site visits and group projects

EBS Business Summer – MBA Session

Country: Germany

Duration of the Course: from 11 May to 29 May 2015

Application Deadline: applications are open

This summer school covers topics such as European integration & monetary unification, business leadership and European financial markets within an international context. It includes two corporate visits: the German Central Bank in Frankfurt and Audi car manufacturer.

International Summer Program – BI Norwegian Business School

Country: Norway

Duration of the Course: from 27 June to 24 July 2015

Application Deadline: applications are open

This summer school is focused on intercultural management. The program includes extensive exposure to Norwegian shipping, software and other industries through guest lectures and company visits, lectures on Intercultural Management from Scandinavian and Norwegian perspectives by highly qualified BI faculty members, an introduction to Norwegian life and society, and social and cultural activities.

Summer Institute for General Management

Country: USA (California)

Duration of the Course: from 21 June to 18 July 2015

Application Deadline: 25 March 2015 / 20 April 2015 (final)

SIGM is a four-week residential program that provides participants with a strong foundation in business management fundamentals. It is designed for undergraduates and recent college graduates who majored in non-business fields. SIGM’s highly immersive structure means you’ll live on Stanford’s campus while taking courses at the Knight Management Center. You’ll also experience all the Bay Area has to offer.Full and partial funding options are also available.

Cambridge Summer Institute

Country: United Kingdom

Duration of the Course: from 5 July to 29 August 2015 (2, 4, 6, or 8-week options available)

Application Deadline: applications are open

During this summer course, you will learn about the nature and the scope of management of international economic enterprises. A total of 9 ninety-minute seminar style lectures are given per week by highly qualified tutors, lecturers, and professors of the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford. The course also includes various extra-curricular activities such as social events & spare-time activities, visits to businesses and institutions in London, and excursions to famous places and historical landmarks.

IESE's MBA Summer School

Country: Spain

Duration of the Course: from 6 July to 10 July 2015

Application Deadline: 19 June 2015

IESE's MBA Summer School is an intensive one-week program offering university students and recent graduates a general overview of the business world and a unique preview of a top-ranked MBA program. Taking place on IESE's Barcelona campus in the month of July, the program combines academic sessions, teamwork, classroom lectures and social activities.

If you are looking for a great summer course in business, you have an abundant amount of options to choose from. Experience an enriching summer, gain academic credit towards your studies, and make new friends – all of it is waiting for you at your summer course!

If you would like to take a look at a full list of summer courses, please visit this page.

 

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