Canterbury Campus Answers Day
We think Open Days are really about finding answers to all your university questions. Come and visit our Answers Day and ask us anything you want to know.
9am - 3pm
Canterbury Campus
Good Business Management is at the centre of every successful organisation.
Our events aim to help your students gain an insight into studying Business and Management courses and allow them to build their knowledge and understanding of how organisations are managed. It also discusses the career opportunities available after graduation.
To allow enough time for us to put everything in place for these events we ask for a minimum of 5 weeks notice from receiving the booking request to your 1st preference date of activity.
Taster sessions, talks, masterclasses and activities
Masterclasses:
Business & Sustainability Masterclass
Making a Business Sustainable is not easy. This workshop will help students understand how to make a business more sustainable and understand what is and what is not achievable.
Part of the Business and Management Masterclass series, delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic over a 1 hour Masterclass or as part of a 4 hour hour taster day.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 | |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Business Ethics Masterclass
Slavery has never gone away. Today's business world is plagued by slavery in the modern form. This engaging, thought provoking masterclass will look at how businesses are fighting modern day slavery delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 | |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Logistics Masterclass
Ever wondered how the trainers on your feet make their way to the shop? A whistle-stop tour introducing the world of logistics. Part of the Masterclass series, delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic over a 1 hour Masterclass or as part of a 4 hour hour taster day.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 | |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Operations Management Masterclass
The management of an operation involves a surprisingly wide range of factors. We will look at these and highlight some of the important aspects. Part of the Business and Management Masterclass series, delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic over a 1 hour Masterclass or as part of a 4 hour hour taster day.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Service Management Masterclass
Service is the big differentiator for may businesses, but what exactly is service and how is it managed?
Part of the Business and Management Masterclass series, delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic over a 1 hour Masterclass or as part of a 4 hour hour taster day.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Strategic Management Masterclass
"Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat (attrib. Sun Tzu). "Effective strategy is essential for businesses to thrive. This session outlines some key business strategies that have proved successful in the past.
Part of the Business and Management Masterclass series, delivered by a Canterbury Christ Church University academic over a 1 hour Masterclass or as part of a 4 hour hour taster day.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour or as part of 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College, or virtually |
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Workshops:
Business Ethics Workshop
Many organisations present a public face that is too good to be true. Students in this workshop will look at different ethical issues that a business might face and decide how best to resolve these issues in the most effective and efficient way for both the business and society
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Digital Business Workshop
Most people have no or only a very limited understanding of how digital technology has transformed the world of business. Students are invited to explore how a business can effectively and efficiently use digital technology to manage and grow a business.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Human Resources Management Workshop
A workshop in which students have to go through the process of recruiting new members of staff. It will give them an insider view of the process of ensuring the person recruited is the best fit for the job.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 4 hour campus taster session |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Innovation Workshop
A session on how business use innovation and enterprise to grow.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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International Business Workshop
The challenge and rewards of running an international business are many. This workshop will give students an insight into the way in which today's Multinational organisations operate across the world.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Management & Leadership Workshop
Good management is both science and art. Getting the best from your team as well as from your business requires particular skills and abilities. This workshop will help students understand just what it takes to lead a successful business.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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New Venture Creation Workshop
A large proportion of new business start ups fail in the fist year, and many never get off the ground. This workshop will cover some of the things a budding entrepreneur can do to avoid the pitfalls.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Project Management Workshop
A group Project Planning Session to help students identify the areas they need to think about when planning a new business project, and the stages required to successfully manage the project .
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Project Management Workshop
A group Project Planning Session to help students plan a fundraising event. It will cover timings, finances, scope, and many other areas.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Retail Management/Strategy Workshop
A guide to how major retailers operate both online and on the high street and how they have dealt with the challenges of the last five years.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
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Making a Business Sustainable is not easy. This workshop will help students understand how to make a business more sustainable and understand what is and what is not achievable.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
This activity will involve looking at two case studies, one from France and one from India, supported by videos, and discussing what each organisation is trying to do and how each of these operations achieves these objectives.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Years 9-11 / Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 2 hours or as part of a 4 hour campus taster day |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College |
How do managers deal with decision-making dilemmas? When is the right time to quit even after you have invested time, money, and resources? The workshop gives insight into how managers make informed decisions without guilt.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Location | University Campus, in School or College or Virtually |
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An overview of why we pay tax and what it is used for.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | >20 |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College or Virtually |
Please email us to book
Accounting translates the multiplicity of transactions in business to an understandable overview - looking at the accounts of the University.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | >20 |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College or Virtually |
Please email us to book
Many factors affect financial decision making. These factors can be both internal and external to the company. This workshop will look at how PESTLE analysis is performed to guide financial decision-making within the healthcare sector
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
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| Year group: | Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 100+ |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Location | University Campus or in School or College or Virtually |
Please email us to book
Use Excel to demonstrate everyday complex financial calculation including a basic saving decision for future education expenses, chosing a basic investment in market, or scheduling a loan payment with a bank.
| Date: | Variable, depending on the availability of the academic. |
|---|---|
| Year group: | Year 12 / Year 13 / FE Level 3 yr 1 / FE Level 3 yr 2 |
| Group size: | 25 |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Location | University Campus |
Please email us to book
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