Business Studies School Trips
Looking to bring business and economics to life outside the classroom? Business studies school trips combine meaningful learning with real-world experience in some of the world’s most influential economic centres.
From exploring international trade and EU decision-making on a trip to Brussels, to seeing how cities like Berlin and Munich drive innovation in tech and engineering, each destination offers valuable insight into how businesses operate on a global scale. You could even head to New York to explore the financial world behind Wall Street and global markets.
Every business school trip can be tailored around your learning objectives, ensuring students get the most from their time away. By balancing curriculum-linked visits with engaging cultural experiences, we help create trips that are both educational and memorable.
Why choose European Study Tours for business studies school trips?
With years of experience and industry knowledge, our educational school trip experts have planned many successful business studies trips. We can arrange educational visits to cities and countries home to some of the world’s leading economic institutions.
Explore the world of banks and stock exchanges of the world's leading economic centres. These specialist school trips for business studies and economic studies cover all aspects of the business curriculum, from management and marketing to human resources and manufacturing. For Economics students, a visit to a national bank can‘t be beaten to deepen their understanding of monetary policy and how it affects day-to-day life.
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More about our business studies trip destinations
On business studies school trips, you can visit a global powerhouse like New York, London or Frankfurt or a former Eastern Bloc country like Prague or Budapest. Take a look at the range of cities and attractions you can visit with European Study Tours. We’ll arrange for your business students to visit one of the following destinations:
- Amsterdam - Delve into the world of stock markets with a visit to the Stock Exchange Experience.
- Berlin - Explore the Berlin startup and tech industry at Silicon Allee.
- Brussels - The home of the European Union, Brussels provides students with ample opportunity to explore one of the most important financial and business sectors in Europe.
- Budapest - A business studies trip to Budapest allows students to discover how Hungary’s automobile sector is thriving.
- China - One of the world’s largest economies, China is home to the Shanghai Financial District, where hundreds of national and global banking institutions do business.
- Frankfurt - Visit the new headquarters of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt to glean insight into Europe’s economic policies.
- London - Brands, businesses and banking are at the heart of the thriving economy in the capital city.
- Midlands - Take a trip down memory lane to uncover the Industrial Revolution and how this shaped the business landscape of ‘The Second City’.
- Munich - Munich is a thriving hub of innovation and economic transformation, particularly in the fields of technology, automotive, and engineering.
- New York - Visit the ‘Big Apple’ and explore the origins and impact Wall Street has on the global economy.
- Paris - Known as a famous city for fashion and architecture, La Défense is the perfect place for business students to explore life in Europe’s busiest business district.
Why choose European Study Tours for business studies school trips?
With years of experience and industry knowledge, our educational school trip experts have planned many successful business studies trips. We can arrange educational visits to cities and countries home to some of the world’s leading economic institutions.
Explore the world of banks and stock exchanges of the world's leading economic centres. These specialist school trips for business studies and economic studies cover all aspects of the business curriculum, from management and marketing to human resources and manufacturing. For Economics students, a visit to a national bank can‘t be beaten to deepen their understanding of monetary policy and how it affects day-to-day life.
What our previous groups have to say about their business study trips
"The tour of Wimbledon was fantastic...it gave them a great insight into the business side of Wimbledon - this was the highlight of the tour for us."
St Ambrose High School
"The Coca Cola visit was excellent, very informative, and the guide was very knowledgable"
The Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School
Business Studies Trips FAQs
What are the educational benefits?
Business studies trips give students the opportunity to see theory in action. By visiting real businesses, financial institutions and economic centres, students can better understand how concepts like globalisation, supply chains, marketing, entrepreneurship and economic policy work in the real world. These experiences help reinforce classroom learning, improve engagement, and give students real examples they can apply to exams and coursework.
Where's the best place to go on a business trip?
The best destination depends on your learning objectives.
- Brussels is ideal for exploring international trade, economics and the role of the European Union.
- Berlin and Munich offer insight into innovation, engineering, manufacturing and the tech sector.
- New York provides a global perspective on finance, markets and entrepreneurship, with opportunities to explore Wall Street and major multinational businesses.
Each destination offers different strengths, so the right choice will depend on what you want your students to focus on.
Can we tailor the itinerary to match our specific exam board?
Yes. All of our tours are bespoke, so itineraries are tailored to align with your exam board and course specification, whether that’s GCSE, A Level or equivalent qualifications. Visits and activities can be selected to support key topics, ensuring the trip directly complements what students are studying in the classroom.
What is the minimum group size for a business and economics tour?
Minimum group sizes vary depending on the destination and travel arrangements, but most business and economics tours are suitable for standard school group sizes. Your tour coordinator will be able to advise on minimum numbers and help plan the trip to suit your group.
