University & College Business Studies Trip To London

This is the UK’s central bank and was founded in 1694. The museum traces the establishment’s history through the major people and events that have shaped it. Whether it’s the architects who have developed the structure or the colourful characters in ‘Stories from the Past’, students will find a relevant aspect through which to explore the financial giant.

The origins of this trading company can be traced back to 1571, when the process of exchange shifted from the coffee house tradition to the Royal Exchange. The global importance of this company is greater than its profile suggests and the visit it is an excellent chance for students to learn about the pricing of futures and options, and market predictions.

The Lloyds of London headquarters are located in a spectacularly modern building on Lime Street in the City. The insurance market began in 1689 and a visit to the current premises features a presentation on the history and present day activities of the structure. A tour of the building includes the Underwriting Room at the heart of the business and Lutine Bell.

This is an excellent opportunity for football fanatics to explore Chelsea’s home turf and learn about the business of the club. The tour includes the press room, Chelsea FC dressing room, pitch side and a walk through the Players’ Tunnel. A question and answer session in the press room allows students to get inside knowledge of industry aspects such as sponsorship and marketing.

Explore this thriving hub for digital media companies in London, encompassing Shoreditch, Hoxton and Old Street. Over a period of five years, the number of technology companies in the area grew from five to 15,000, thanks in part to the launch of the governmental ‘East London Tech City’ initiative. Image by Jack Torcello CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Discover a hotbed of modern architectural activity and innovative business projects in Europe’s largest area of urban redevelopment. On an area that was once home to acres of decaying railway buildings, developers are now in the process of creating 2000 new homes, 10 new public squares and 20 new streets, as well as large swathes of retail and office space.

This trend consultancy presents tours, talks and workshops on the latest changes and innovations occurring in the marketplace. Workshops can be delivered on their own, or as part of a bespoke trend tour to fit your group’s area of study. Hear inspirational examples from your industry and get the chance to meet the entrepreneurs behind key projects.

Fuller’s is the last independent brewery in London, and beer has been brewed at its site in Chiswick for the past 350 years. This tour gives students a glimpse into the brewery’s history and shows how its has adapted to survive and prosper down the centuries through the use of organisational and technological advances. It finishes with a tasting session.