Summer Business Program

Summer Business Program in Toronto

Strengthen Your University Path in Just 4 Weeks

Don’t just stay in Toronto this summer.

Use it to build a real academic advantage for university.

It is a high-impact academic program built around university-level thinking, analysis, and evaluation standards.

The Program

The UMC Summer Business Program is a four-week, in-person academic experience designed for students who want to advance their university preparation while earning a Canadian Grade 12 Business credit.

What Students Achieve in 4 Weeks

Earn a Canadian Grade 12 Business credit

Begin developing a real-world Business Project

Receive a program completion Certificate

Gain real-world business exposure through guided visits to Toronto’s Financial District

Develop the knowledge and skills to manage money wisely and invest with confidence

Have the opportunity to earn a Reference Letter to support university applications

Students leave with more than a credit — they leave with direction, confidence, and academic knowledge.

Earn a Canadian Grade 12 Business credit (OSSD)

Experience university-style business learning

Gain applied exposure to finance, economics, and marketing

Build concrete academic experiences that strengthen competitive university applications

Opportunity to earn a Reference Letter to support university applications

Students leave with more than a credit — they leave with direction, confidence, and academic knowledge.

Testimonial

"The BEAM Program was an amazing experience for me as an international student. It helped me discover an interest in business, strengthen my academic profile, and prepare for university.

I’m now studying at the University of Toronto and received a scholarship, which I truly believe was supported by my experience at UMC.”

Yun Ahso (Korea)
University of Toronto
$200,000 Scholarship

University-Style Learning

Students learn how universities expect them to think and work.

Learning is active, applied, and aligned with advanced academic expectations.

Project-based learning

Independent analysis

Critical reasoning

Mentorship and structured feedback

Ready to move forward academically this summer?

Earn a Grade 12 Business credit and prepare for university in Toronto.

Learn Business Where It Happens

Toronto becomes a living classroom.

Explore Canada’s Financial Core

Students participate in guided walking visits through Downtown Toronto’s Financial District, including Bay Street.

Students gain:

Financial and Economic Landmarks

Students explore key locations such as:

These experiences provide real examples students can reference in applications and interviews.

Marketing and Consumer Behaviour in Action

Through guided visits to areas like the Distillery District, students observe how branding, tourism, and consumer experience drive business success.

Capstone Project Experience

From the first week, students begin building a Capstone Business Project.

Students:

Weekly one-on-one mentoring supports students as they shape and strengthen their project.

This allows students to show universities how they think and solve problems, not just what grades they earn.

Personal Finance and Investment Skills

Students also gain practical financial knowledge rarely taught in high school.

They learn:

This adds real-world value for students and reassurance for families.

Program Details

Includes

BEAM Program

The BEAM Program is UMC High School’s flagship business pathway, offered throughout the academic year and designed to prepare students for the academic demands of top universities and business schools. Through BEAM, students have earned offers from leading institutions, including Rotman (University of Toronto), Schulich (York University), Smith (Queen’s University), Desautels (McGill University), DeGroote (McMaster University), and the London School of Economics.

Tuition

Domestic Students

$700*

Early Bird Tuition

*For registrations completed by March 31
Regular Tuition $900 CAD
Application Fee $100 CAD
No material fee or additional fees required

Domestic tuition applies to:

Canadian citizens
Permanent residents

International Students

$2,400

per course

Application Fee $100 CAD
No material fee or additional fees required

Who This Program Is For

→ Students aiming for competitive Canadian universities

Students interested in business, finance, economics, or management ←

→ Students spending the summer in Toronto

Families seeking academic value and structure ←

Apply Now — Spaces are limited

Use your summer in Toronto to move forward academically.
Speak with our admissions team to see if you qualify for any tuition incentives or special pricing.

UMC Virtual High School is part of UMC, an established Ontario private school community based in Toronto.