10 - 18 YEARS-OLD?
WANT TO LEARN HOW TO START A BUSINESS?
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) is a not-for-profit initiative that equips young people with future-ready skills needed for a changing world.
With support from UCL’s School of Management, UCL's Institute of Education, and some award-winning entrepreneurs, our goal is to ignite an entrepreneurial spark in young people by giving them the tools, confidence, and mindset to turn their ideas into action.
Through hands-on, interactive programmes, YEA teaches young people how to identify problems worth solving, develop creative solutions, and present their ideas with conviction.
Our core programme is a 20-part interactive learning series 'Basics of Business: Beginner to Boss' and is a goldmine of practical business tips, entrepreneur interviews, and resources. Students not only conquer the 'Basics of Business' but also develop their own business plans and financial literacy. Ace the learning series and snag a UCL-endorsed certificate upon completion, plus a shot at winning investment after pitching to the YEA Dragons.
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Our mission is simple: to make entrepreneurship accessible, exciting, and achievable for every young person, regardless of socio-economic background or neurodiversity.
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OUR CORE LEARNING PROGRAMME
BASICS OF BUSINESS: BEGINNER TO BOSS
The flagship offering from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy and a fresh take on teaching real-life basics of business. The series is a fun way to dip your toe into the world of entrepreneurship and learn from the experts.
On successfully completing the 20 episodes and interactive content you should have a basic grasp of what a business is, how a business works and how to set one up. You will also receive a CV-enhancing certificate endorsed by UCL School of Management. ​As the series progresses you will have the chance to start working on your very own business plan, with the opportunity to pitch to the YEA Dragons and be in with a chance to win a £2,000 investment!
WHAT WE OFFER
CONTENT
Incredible content including inspirational interviews and podcasts with some of the UK's most exciting entrepreneurs.
COMING SOON:
MENTORING SCHEME
Qualify for your own mentor who can assist in developing your skills by sharing their practical knowledge.
BOOTCAMPS
Our Bootcamps are designed to get young people thinking like real entrepreneurs, over 2 action-packed days!
COMING SOON: INTERNSHIPS
Have the chance to access some of the most sought after internships once you have gained a YEA certification.
ACCREDITATION
Get certified as you complete our courses to broaden horizons and provide strength and depth to your CV.
COMING SOON:
EVENTS
Events for the YEA network as well as opportunities for Young Entrepreneurs to meet other YEA members and mentors.
