Business Studies Trips To New York

Downtown Manhattan & Financial District Guided Walking Tour

This tour of Lower Manhattan includes visits to some of the most famous financial areas of New York City. On a business studies trip to New York, your students will get the chance to experience the energy and excitement of one of the world’s foremost financial hubs first-hand.

Tour highlights

The destinations of your tour can be tailored to whatever is of interest to you and your students, with many iconic landmarks to choose from, such as:

• Wall Street
• New York Stock Exchange
• Battery Park
• The Charging Bull and Fearless Girl statues
• 9/11 Memorial
• Oculus
• Trinity Church
• One World Observatory

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Museum of American Finance & Educational Workshops

This evolving museum contains informative exhibits related to all areas of finance including trading, market fluctuations, a history of money and more. Whilst visiting the Museum, along with a guided tour, your students can take part in 45-60 minute workshops taught in the education centre by museum educators and industry experts including;

Banking in America - This classroom lesson, based on the Museum's "Banking in America" Exhibit, will help students understand why banks today are safe places to deposit money, how banks earn profits, why banks are important to the overall US economy and what role the Federal Reserve plays in our banking system.

Financial Markets 1 - This 45-minute introductory class covers the capital markets from ancient trade through the present, including stock, bond and commodity markets. In this class, students will learn about trade and why countries participate in it, understand that both parties gain from trade, understand how trade has influenced development, and be able to identify different types of markets. 

How to Analyse a Stock - This classroom lesson will teach students who are new to investigating how to analyse a stock. Upon completion, students will have a basic understanding of stocks and the stock market, as well as the ability to go beyond beginner techniques used to pick stocks. By learning the P/E (Price/Earnings) and PEG (Price/Earning/Growth) ratios, students will learn the basics of how to apply research data in determining if a stock price is considered "fair."

Your Money and Your Success - This course demonstrates to students why being financially savvy helps them gain a competitive advantage in the workplace and in life. Topics include practical information about banking, budgeting, credit and building financial disciplines that prepare young people for managing their money as they enter the working world.

Other popular options include:

• Finance Changes China
• History of Derivatives
• Money: A History
• Open Outcry: Trading Then and Now
• Secret Life of Money

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Meet the NYC Business Professional

• 1 Hour

We have a number of Business experts in New York with a range of business specialisms who would love to discuss their careers with your group and take questions. Popular topics include Finance, Marketing and advertising. Sessions last 1 hour.

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Financial Crisis Tour

The economic collapse of 2008 was the most devastating shock suffered by the financial sector since the Great Depression. The effects of the recession were felt worldwide, yet the reasons behind it are still shaded in mystery. What mistakes lead to the collapse of some of the longest and most enduring financial institutions in America? And how can we avoid the same missteps in the future?

In these 2 hours, you will learn about and hold a CDO NYSE and visit: Wall Street; Federal Hall; House of Morgan; Mercantile Exchange; Cotton Exchange; Deutsche Bank; Lehman Brothers; Goldman Sachs; AIG; Standard & Poor’s; Charging Bull; Bowling Green; Canyon of Heroes; Trinity Church American Stock Exchange; Federal Reserve.

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United Nations Tour

• View on Map

The UN Building is the workplace for representatives of the earth’s six billion people who discuss and decide issues of peace, justice and economic and social well-being. Going on a guided tour of the United Nations headquarters during business studies trips in New York can offer your students a behind-the-scenes view of this organisation at work. Visits are not possible on weekends.

Why visit the United Nations Headquarters in New York?

On a trip to the United Nations Headquarters, expect to see photo and multimedia exhibits covering important topics that the UN works on, such as:

• Human rights
• Sustainable development
• Climate action
• Women and girls
• Peace and security
• And more! 

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Downtown Manhattan & Financial District Guided Walking Tour

This tour of Lower Manhattan includes visits to some of the most famous financial areas of New York City. On a business studies trip to New York, your students will get the chance to experience the energy and excitement of one of the world’s foremost financial hubs first-hand.

Tour highlights

The destinations of your tour can be tailored to whatever is of interest to you and your students, with many iconic landmarks to choose from, such as:

• Wall Street
• New York Stock Exchange
• Battery Park
• The Charging Bull and Fearless Girl statues
• 9/11 Memorial
• Oculus
• Trinity Church
• One World Observatory

Enquire about this trip

Museum of American Finance & Educational Workshops

This evolving museum contains informative exhibits related to all areas of finance including trading, market fluctuations, a history of money and more. Whilst visiting the Museum, along with a guided tour, your students can take part in 45-60 minute workshops taught in the education centre by museum educators and industry experts including;

Banking in America - This classroom lesson, based on the Museum's "Banking in America" Exhibit, will help students understand why banks today are safe places to deposit money, how banks earn profits, why banks are important to the overall US economy and what role the Federal Reserve plays in our banking system.

Financial Markets 1 - This 45-minute introductory class covers the capital markets from ancient trade through the present, including stock, bond and commodity markets. In this class, students will learn about trade and why countries participate in it, understand that both parties gain from trade, understand how trade has influenced development, and be able to identify different types of markets. 

How to Analyse a Stock - This classroom lesson will teach students who are new to investigating how to analyse a stock. Upon completion, students will have a basic understanding of stocks and the stock market, as well as the ability to go beyond beginner techniques used to pick stocks. By learning the P/E (Price/Earnings) and PEG (Price/Earning/Growth) ratios, students will learn the basics of how to apply research data in determining if a stock price is considered "fair."

Your Money and Your Success - This course demonstrates to students why being financially savvy helps them gain a competitive advantage in the workplace and in life. Topics include practical information about banking, budgeting, credit and building financial disciplines that prepare young people for managing their money as they enter the working world.

Other popular options include:

• Finance Changes China
• History of Derivatives
• Money: A History
• Open Outcry: Trading Then and Now
• Secret Life of Money

Enquire about this trip

Meet the NYC Business Professional

• 1 Hour

We have a number of Business experts in New York with a range of business specialisms who would love to discuss their careers with your group and take questions. Popular topics include Finance, Marketing and advertising. Sessions last 1 hour.

Enquire about this trip

Financial Crisis Tour

The economic collapse of 2008 was the most devastating shock suffered by the financial sector since the Great Depression. The effects of the recession were felt worldwide, yet the reasons behind it are still shaded in mystery. What mistakes lead to the collapse of some of the longest and most enduring financial institutions in America? And how can we avoid the same missteps in the future?

In these 2 hours, you will learn about and hold a CDO NYSE and visit: Wall Street; Federal Hall; House of Morgan; Mercantile Exchange; Cotton Exchange; Deutsche Bank; Lehman Brothers; Goldman Sachs; AIG; Standard & Poor’s; Charging Bull; Bowling Green; Canyon of Heroes; Trinity Church American Stock Exchange; Federal Reserve.

Enquire about this trip

United Nations Tour

• View on Map

The UN Building is the workplace for representatives of the earth’s six billion people who discuss and decide issues of peace, justice and economic and social well-being. Going on a guided tour of the United Nations headquarters during business studies trips in New York can offer your students a behind-the-scenes view of this organisation at work. Visits are not possible on weekends.

Why visit the United Nations Headquarters in New York?

On a trip to the United Nations Headquarters, expect to see photo and multimedia exhibits covering important topics that the UN works on, such as:

• Human rights
• Sustainable development
• Climate action
• Women and girls
• Peace and security
• And more! 

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Empire State Building

• View on Map

Standing at a total of 1454 feet, The Empire State was the world's tallest building for 40 years, from its completion in 1931. 

Located in the centre of Midtown Manhattan, the 86th and 102nd floor observatories provide unforgettable 360° views of New York City and beyond.

Sixteen floors above the 86th Floor Observatory, the Empire State Building’s Top Deck provides the most spectacular views of the city. From here, this is where Central Park comes into full view and on a clear day, you can see beyond the skyscrapers up to eighty miles away.

Why visit the Empire State Building?

• Breath-taking views
• Iconic landmark
• Perfect photo opportunities 
• And more!

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Midtown Manhattan Guided Walking Tour

As always the best way to get around and see a city is on foot, especially when looking at it from a historical perspective. A Midtown Manhattan walking tour during your business studies school trip to New York is the best way to see some iconic sights in a very short time. You tour can include Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, 42nd street, Central Park and Times Square or can be tailored to suit your choices.

Tour highlights

The destinations of your tour can be tailored to suit your needs, with many iconic landmarks to choose from, such as:

• Empire State Building
• Rockefeller Center
• Fifth Avenue
• 42nd street
• Central Park
• Times Square
• And more!

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Broadway Show

Give your students an experience to remember by arranging a trip to a Broadway show. They’ll really go home with the ‘WOW’ factor. Current popular shows are Lion King, Wicked, Disney’s Aladdin, Chicago, Hamilton and Back to the Future.

We can arrange tickets for a range of popular shows, both on and off Broadway. Our advice is to keep your choices and budget flexible, prices can get high for popular shows. 

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Top of the Rock

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The observation deck at the top of the Rockefeller Center provides a unique 360-degree view of New York, including the Empire State Building.

Why visit the Rockefeller Center?

• See historic art and architecture
• Observe New York City in 360 degrees, from the pinnacle of the Rockefeller Center’s 70 floors
• During winter months, ice skate at the world-famous and iconic rink
• Get a unique look at the landmark building in the Rockefeller Center Tour

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Ellis Island Immigration Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise

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Two fantastic visits in one! Your island cruise allows you to hop off at the Statue of Liberty Monument - the first sight for millions of immigrants, and then Ellis Island itself. The fascinating museum holds the history of the 12 million immigrants who passed through the old immigration centre. Today, the descendants of those immigrants account for almost half of the American people. A 45-minute audio tour, invites visitors to relive the immigrant experience as if they were the "new arrival."

Why visit the Ellis Island Immigration Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise?

• Learn about your own history
• Widen your cultural understanding
• Witness these dual symbols of freedom and hope in real life
• And more!

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Hershey's Chocolate World

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The Hershey’s Chocolate World Sweet Educational Tour is ready to show you a world you've never known. Set as A walking tour of the iconic Times Square location, this learning experience is about more than milk, sugar and cocoa. You'll learn more about Hershey’s iconic brands,why we decided to come to the crossroads of the World, Times Square, and of course taste several different Hershey’s products. Milton Hershey loved nothing more than to enrich the lives of others, and this tour plans to do just that!

To see more take a look at this video 

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Empire State Building

• View on Map

Standing at a total of 1454 feet, The Empire State was the world's tallest building for 40 years, from its completion in 1931. 

Located in the centre of Midtown Manhattan, the 86th and 102nd floor observatories provide unforgettable 360° views of New York City and beyond.

Sixteen floors above the 86th Floor Observatory, the Empire State Building’s Top Deck provides the most spectacular views of the city. From here, this is where Central Park comes into full view and on a clear day, you can see beyond the skyscrapers up to eighty miles away.

Why visit the Empire State Building?

• Breath-taking views
• Iconic landmark
• Perfect photo opportunities 
• And more!

Enquire about this trip

Midtown Manhattan Guided Walking Tour

As always the best way to get around and see a city is on foot, especially when looking at it from a historical perspective. A Midtown Manhattan walking tour during your business studies school trip to New York is the best way to see some iconic sights in a very short time. You tour can include Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, 42nd street, Central Park and Times Square or can be tailored to suit your choices.

Tour highlights

The destinations of your tour can be tailored to suit your needs, with many iconic landmarks to choose from, such as:

• Empire State Building
• Rockefeller Center
• Fifth Avenue
• 42nd street
• Central Park
• Times Square
• And more!

Enquire about this trip

Broadway Show

Give your students an experience to remember by arranging a trip to a Broadway show. They’ll really go home with the ‘WOW’ factor. Current popular shows are Lion King, Wicked, Disney’s Aladdin, Chicago, Hamilton and Back to the Future.

We can arrange tickets for a range of popular shows, both on and off Broadway. Our advice is to keep your choices and budget flexible, prices can get high for popular shows. 

Enquire about this trip

Top of the Rock

• View on Map

The observation deck at the top of the Rockefeller Center provides a unique 360-degree view of New York, including the Empire State Building.

Why visit the Rockefeller Center?

• See historic art and architecture
• Observe New York City in 360 degrees, from the pinnacle of the Rockefeller Center’s 70 floors
• During winter months, ice skate at the world-famous and iconic rink
• Get a unique look at the landmark building in the Rockefeller Center Tour

Enquire about this trip

Ellis Island Immigration Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise

• View on Map

Two fantastic visits in one! Your island cruise allows you to hop off at the Statue of Liberty Monument - the first sight for millions of immigrants, and then Ellis Island itself. The fascinating museum holds the history of the 12 million immigrants who passed through the old immigration centre. Today, the descendants of those immigrants account for almost half of the American people. A 45-minute audio tour, invites visitors to relive the immigrant experience as if they were the "new arrival."

Why visit the Ellis Island Immigration Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise?

• Learn about your own history
• Widen your cultural understanding
• Witness these dual symbols of freedom and hope in real life
• And more!

Enquire about this trip

Hershey's Chocolate World

• View on Map

The Hershey’s Chocolate World Sweet Educational Tour is ready to show you a world you've never known. Set as A walking tour of the iconic Times Square location, this learning experience is about more than milk, sugar and cocoa. You'll learn more about Hershey’s iconic brands,why we decided to come to the crossroads of the World, Times Square, and of course taste several different Hershey’s products. Milton Hershey loved nothing more than to enrich the lives of others, and this tour plans to do just that!

To see more take a look at this video 

Enquire about this trip