Programme in Brief

There has never been a better time for students to explore the world of personal and business finance. Developed in association with a large corporate bank, this programme has been designed to give students a taste of financial boom or bust. The day will also look at the current financial climate and give students the opportunity to make positive contributions towards future financial stability.


Personal Finance
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Suitable For
Years 11 to 13. Groups of 30 to 50.

Programme Duration
Full or half day option - in keeping with the school timetable.
The programme is targeted at students taking Business Studies or Economics.


Programme Overview
  • The recession, it’s global impact and domestic future

  • Students will look at business start up and wealth creation

  • Imports and exports are discussed with emphasis on top British brands

Life’s a Budget

  • Students are given tasks related to personal finance including examples of a range of jobs, their net income, local house prices, cost of fuel and individual wants and needs

ESC Stock Exchange

  • Teams vie it out to make the most of their £20 capital. Run over a ’virtual’ week they choose whether to buy or sell from selected companies floated on the London Stock Exchange. The team who invest wisely win this fast paced challenge
    Investment Challenge

Investment Challenge

  • How do you make the most of your savings? This challenge gives students options from a bank account to ISA’s to paintings to property. But which gives the most return - this explores the most savvy way to stash the cash...

Learner Outcomes
Students will understand the world of personal and business finance through a number of specific financial tasks. Knowledge and understanding about becoming informed citizens - such as financial responsibilities.

Curriculum Links
  • Economics

  • Citizenship

  • Literacy

  • Mathematics

  • Business Studies

  • Enterprise Awareness

  • PSHE

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