The Summer School in Asia

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at the St.Gallen Institute of Management Summer School in Asia! From July 22 to August 2, 2024, join us in the vibrant city of Singapore and immerse yourself in an unforgettable learning experience tailored for adult high school students and recent graduates.

Our action-packed two-week programme will empower you to collaborate in teams and transform entrepreneurial ideas into reality. Engage in workshops and dynamic input sessions by lecturers and guest lecturers, covering topics like entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, operations, strategy, innovation, and sustainability. Unleash your potential as you apply newfound knowledge to real-world challenges.

Experience the thrill of exclusive company visits, where you will rub shoulders with senior executives and delve into Singapore's fascinating business landscape. In 2023, participants explored diverse industries such as manufacturing, finance, and tech.

Savour Singapore's rich cultural, culinary, and historic tapestry through lively social events designed to strengthen bonds among participants and ignite intercultural appreciation.

Make a difference with meaningful volunteering activities like the ones from the past, where students assisted social organisation and helped clean beaches with environmental organisations. These experiences foster a deeper understanding of social issues and the power of community impact.

Join the Summer School in Asia and embark on a transformative journey, where you will develop intercultural competence skills and gain invaluable insights into doing business in Asia. Our unique blend of input sessions, company visits, group work, social events, and community service promises an all-encompassing experience that nurtures personal growth and lasting friendships.

Do not miss this incredible opportunity – secure your spot today!

Your Benefits

Experience a summer of discovery and fun, make new friends, and learn new skills for your future!

1) Experience university

Insights into group work, presentations, and discussion styles at university level in English

2) Discover Asia

Asian history and business culture, historical rise of the richest metropolis in Southeast Asia

3) Make new friends

Exciting people, similar interests, and new perspectives

You can find detailed information about the programme on our website: https://www.summerschool.unisg.ch/asia

Two exciting weeks

You will enjoy two weeks of new experiences, insights, and excitement. During the two weeks, several concise input blocks offer the latest business insights from multiple subjects to be applied in your group work. The goal is to develop an entrepreneurial idea and thoroughly explore it from all angles.

Your curriculum includes different input blocks surrounding the St.Gallen Management Model and provides you with the tools and methods to master much more than the Summer School

• Sustainability
• Strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Marketing
• Innovation Management
• Operations

Supporting Tools & Methods

The tools and methods shared during the Summer School will teach you how to obtain, process, and integrate information much as you would have to know when entering university. With this, we offer you an ideal preparation for the work you have to do in your first semester.

The group work will also provide you with valuable experience on how to organize yourself in a team of diverse, yet likeminded peers, how to divide the task into smaller sub-tasks, and how to bring them back together at the end to form an integrated effort

Your Programme Structure

The Summer School structure consists of input sessions, application sessions, and social events

1) Input sessions

The input sessions will equip you with information that will help you complete your assignments. This will be done, for example, in in-class lessons or guest lectures. The topics discussed relate to the input blocks listed above.

2) Application sessions

Naturally, you will also apply what you have learned. You will be offered time for group work or small workshops. You will also gain practical insights through company visits and learn how to interact with company representatives.

3) Social events

Of course, socializing and having fun will not be missing. Through selected events, you will get to know your fellow students better and make contacts for life. But rest assured that you will have plenty of time to explore Singapore and its nightlife on your own.

Join the Summer School in Asia for a transformative experience that equips high school graduates with invaluable takeaways. Participants will return home with up-to-date business knowledge, having delved into subjects like entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, and more. They will apply their newfound expertise to real-world entrepreneurial projects, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for their future success.

Not only will students broaden their horizons academically, but they will also immerse themselves in Singapore's rich cultural tapestry. Through curated events and visits, they will gain a profound appreciation for the city's diverse heritage and customs, cultivating their intercultural competence. The memories and experiences shared with peers from around the globe will foster a deep sense of camaraderie, resulting in a robust personal and professional network that spans continents.

The Summer School in Asia offers participants an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic, multicultural environment. Embark on this exceptional journey and return home with a treasure trove of knowledge, skills, and experiences that will last a lifetime.

The Summer School is designed for high school students (graduating between 2022-2025) who have already reached the age of 18. If you are not yet 18 at the start of the Summer School, we look forward to seeing you in the future.