Universal Orlando launches Business Learning Series youth programme
POSTED 28 Jan 2016 . BY Tom Anstey
During the course, students will identify real-life examples of business principles from Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has launched a new youth training scheme designed to teach students the basics of business through experiences learned at its theme park and resort.
As part of the scheme, Universal has partnered with CNBC show The Profit, which follows serial entrepreneur and investor Marcus Lemonis who invests his own money to help save and grow struggling businesses.
The Business Learning Series combines Lemonis’ business lessons, the day-to-day operations and innovations at the theme park, and educational knowledge from Columbia College to offer students a real-world perspective to succeed in business.
During the course, students will identify real-life examples of business principles from Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando, later creating visual digital presentations to share what they learned. The in-park component of the park is unique to the course, which aligns with national education standards in the US.
The series is set out across three courses, which can be taken on their own or as a three-parter, with each part containing in-park activities.
Part one of the training scheme, titled Career Selection and Preparation, focuses on career readiness and self-assessments to uncover natural strengths and corresponding career paths. The second training session focuses on leadership skills and personal development, with students studying workplace integrity and practice communication tactics to positively influence their career path. The final session – Business Development: People, Process, Product – focuses on Lemonis’ “three Ps”, exploring the importance of a quality product, dedicated people and an efficient process.
"The most important tool we can instil in today's youth is the power of education," said Lemonis. "Coupling the Business Learning Series with the excitement and fun that Universal Orlando offers is the perfect partnership for success and I am happy to be a part of this endeavour."
Rumours circulating in the last few days have been
confirmed today (26 August) as Universal Orlando
Resort announced a Fast & Furious attraction for 2017.
Following a successful trial period in March and April, Universal Orlando has now made
metal detectors outside three of the park’s rollercoasters a permanent addition in an
attempt to improve ride safety.
Numbers from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, (ALVA) show that Royal attractions
saw a huge increase in visitor numbers during 2023 – the coronation year of King Charles III.
Off the back of the success of the first round of Everyday Heritage Grants in 2022, Historic
England is funding 56 creative projects that honour the heritage of working-class England.
Universal Orlando launches Business Learning Series youth programme
POSTED 28 Jan 2016 . BY Tom Anstey
During the course, students will identify real-life examples of business principles from Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has launched a new youth training scheme designed to teach students the basics of business through experiences learned at its theme park and resort.
As part of the scheme, Universal has partnered with CNBC show The Profit, which follows serial entrepreneur and investor Marcus Lemonis who invests his own money to help save and grow struggling businesses.
The Business Learning Series combines Lemonis’ business lessons, the day-to-day operations and innovations at the theme park, and educational knowledge from Columbia College to offer students a real-world perspective to succeed in business.
During the course, students will identify real-life examples of business principles from Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando, later creating visual digital presentations to share what they learned. The in-park component of the park is unique to the course, which aligns with national education standards in the US.
The series is set out across three courses, which can be taken on their own or as a three-parter, with each part containing in-park activities.
Part one of the training scheme, titled Career Selection and Preparation, focuses on career readiness and self-assessments to uncover natural strengths and corresponding career paths. The second training session focuses on leadership skills and personal development, with students studying workplace integrity and practice communication tactics to positively influence their career path. The final session – Business Development: People, Process, Product – focuses on Lemonis’ “three Ps”, exploring the importance of a quality product, dedicated people and an efficient process.
"The most important tool we can instil in today's youth is the power of education," said Lemonis. "Coupling the Business Learning Series with the excitement and fun that Universal Orlando offers is the perfect partnership for success and I am happy to be a part of this endeavour."
Rumours circulating in the last few days have been
confirmed today (26 August) as Universal Orlando
Resort announced a Fast & Furious attraction for 2017.
Following a successful trial period in March and April, Universal Orlando has now made
metal detectors outside three of the park’s rollercoasters a permanent addition in an
attempt to improve ride safety.
Numbers from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, (ALVA) show that Royal attractions
saw a huge increase in visitor numbers during 2023 – the coronation year of King Charles III.
Off the back of the success of the first round of Everyday Heritage Grants in 2022, Historic
England is funding 56 creative projects that honour the heritage of working-class England.
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and How to Train Your Dragon worlds to its Florida resort.