School Business Studies Trips To New York

Enjoy an American breakfast at a traditional restaurant in central Manhattan, where a New York entrepreneur will give a short talk explaining how they founded and grew their business in this vibrant city, and answer students’ questions.

Some of the world’s biggest banks and financiers, along with the New York Stock Exchange have their headquarters on this famous block. Students can learn about the global impact of these organisations, their economical stance and what exactly constitutes their day-to-day operations.

Explore the winding streets of Lower Manhattan as you hear insider stories about the financial district that will entertain, inform and sometimes shock.  See the Financial Institutions of Wall Street and learn how this area developed over 400 years from the original Dutch Trading Post. This guided tour includes a 15-minute Trading Game which simulates the excitement of the trading floor environment through a Team-Building Activity incorporating team strategy, negotiation and lateral thinking.

The Federal Reserve System is the central banking system of the US and helps to dictate the global business environment. The Fed bank in New York is a grand edifice believed to hold a third of the world’s gold reserves in subterranean vaults. Guided tours are available.

Step into the shoes of a bagel artisan and learn the art of crafting authentic, mouth-watering New York-style bagels. Led by an award-winning baker, you’ll practice the tips and tricks to create perfect bagels, from rolling to boiling, seeding with toppings, and baking – while also learning how the production and marketing of the bagel became a multimillion-dollar business. Enjoy the delicious bagels you’ve made fresh out of the oven, and leave with a bag of your hand-crafted creations!

Take a thrilling coach journey, led by an expert guide, through the stomping grounds of iconic screen superheroes in the most filmed city in the world! See over 30 locations used for scenes such as the heart-pounding battles of The Avengers, the iconic swings of Spider-Man, the soaring flights of Superman, and the gritty investigations of Jessica Jones. Other On Location Tour options include the TV & Movie Tour and the New York Classic Film Tour. To learn more about this successful company, combine with the On Location Tours Breakfast Business Talk.

Enjoy an American breakfast at a traditional restaurant in central Manhattan, whilst the Marketing Manager from On Location Tours gives a short talk explaining how they founded and grew the business from very small beginnings, with a focus on how the product is marketed to a global audience.  Students have the opportunity to ask questions.

NB: This talk can only be booked in combination with an ‘On Location’ Tour or Workshop.

Enjoy three levels of multi-sensory immersive experiences on top of the fourth-tallest building in Manhattan. Experience a blend of art installations and technology against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. Your group will also receive a talk (taking place off-site) from a member of the Sales and Marketing Team about the commercial logistics of how SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is promoted and sold.

Learn about Hershey’s iconic brands during this special educational visit to Hershey’s Chocolate World in Times Square. Topics covered include: Why Hershey’s chose to have a retail location based in Times Square, stories about the iconic brands and how they have been marketed, how the iconic brands play a part in the layout of the store and how the legacy of Milton Hershey is honoured. Tastings included!

Broadway theatres are at the heart of a multi-million-dollar industry, drawing audiences from across the US and around the world. Many of the shows that premiere on Broadway go on to achieve global success. This talk and Q&A session offers students an insight into the industry, from securing funding to the wide range of skills and careers involved in bringing a production from concept to opening night and beyond. Combine this with a Broadway Show and experience the fruits of all the labour! 

The Broadway Theatre District has all the buzz and glitz that you’d expect from America’s answer to the West End. Rounding off the day with dinner and a Broadway show is a typical New York past time and it’s an exciting way for student’s to feel part of the city’s twilight activity.

An icon of global alliance, the 18-acre stretch on the East River is an ‘international zone’. Visitors are welcome to explore the space that benefits from a 1,400 specimen rose garden. Tours take in the council chambers and General Assembly, corridors of diverse artwork and displays on the organisation’s concerns such as peacekeeping and human rights.

Arguably the world’s most famous arena for Sport and Entertainment, this behind-the-scenes guided tour gives exclusive access to backstage areas. Visit the legendary locker rooms of the NBA’s New York Knicks and NHL’s New York Rangers on non-game days, see the Garden’s iconic concave ceiling, and ask questions about the business of this iconic venue.

The memorial quadrant is a poignant reminder of the 9/11 devastation and an inspiring testimony by citizens to honour those who died. Twin reflecting pools and manmade waterfalls mark the spot where the Twin Towers stood, with the names of everyone lost inscribed into bronze panels around the outside.

Built at the peak of the skyscraper craze in 1931, the 1250ft Empire State Building is an Art Deco symbol of NYC. A ride in the express lift to the observatory floors gives students an unrivalled view of the city with outdoor decks and restored original interiors. A handheld device acts as an audio and visual companion with engaging videos, image galleries, quizzes and maps. An immersive Exhibition Gallery also explains the history of the site, the construction, sustainability and how the building has achieved its iconic status.

Take the Statue Cruise from Battery Park to the Statue of Liberty, one of the world’s most iconic structures and a symbol of freedom and democracy. Continue to Ellis Island and be inspired by the history and stories of the immigrants entering America between 1892-1954. This hop-on, hop-off service allows you to explore at your leisure.

With views to rival those of the Empire State Building, Rockefeller’s multi-floor observation deck is 70 floors high. A thrilling Plexiglass screen installation shows the construction workers hanging on the high beams, with a chance for you to ‘walk’ across one too, far above the city streets. Exhibits include the history and a model of the building.

The One World Observatory is located within the One World Trade Center providing unmatched views stretching across Manhattan to New Jersey. Groups will be able to learn about the history of the Trade Center in New York, its history and construction. Free educational material is available for the following subjects: Economics, History, Science, Math and Value Diversity.

Absorb the rich cultural influence of baseball, America’s national pastime, at the iconic Yankee Stadium. Stadium tours visit Monument Park, where Yankees immortals are enshrined in bronze. The New York Yankees Museum celebrates pinstriped heroes and their championship legacies through rotating exhibits. Stadium events beyond baseball (including soccer, football, and concerts) are recognized on each tour. Knowledgeable tour guides share inside secrets and fascinating facts.

Offering students a unique insight into life behind the camera, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to develop the professional skills required to build a career in filmmaking. Students will be able to explore key elements including directing, acting, shooting and editing.