Not only are students immersed in next- level adventures, but every activity is intentionally designed to incorporate essential leadership and entrepreneurship principles. Whether organising the Glacier Expedition collectively, rotating team roles during rock climbing, or navigating unpredictable environments, these experiences serve as dynamic platforms for skill development.

Survival skills training and participation in trading games further reinforce the integration of leadership and entrepreneurship. Each adventure becomes an opportunity for students to cultivate internal resources that can be harnessed in subsequent situations, fostering adaptability and resilience. These experiences are fundamental to presenting new challenges and helping students to discover their full potential.

We make learning with well-established Swiss organisations, companies, NGOs, artists, and start-ups fun and engaging. Delivered by our diverse team of senior trainers and industry professionals, the twenty-percent of the programme boasts fun and interactive challenges developed and run in partnership with a range of experts, from CEOs of top-tier Swiss banks to innovators in Swiss watch manufacturing and renowned artists showcased at Baselworld. Collaborating with disruptive startups backed by the esteemed EPFL University in Lausanne, our Swiss partners bring both passion and global experience, eager to impart their insights to students.

Throughout the programme, students face real-world challenges in corporate simulations, unravel the secrets of innovation in Swiss watchmaking workshops, and tap into the power of creation through interactions with Swiss artists. They also gain a profound understanding of contribution dynamics through exclusive visits and interactive workshops at esteemed organizations like high-end hotels, the United Nations, International Olympic Committee, and ICRC, among others.

Beyond the practicality of implementing ideas, students delve into understanding their target audience and employing powerful strategies to reach them effectively. The curriculum focuses on nurturing confidence, refining communication skills, honing leadership abilities, and cultivating an entrepreneurial skill set. It’s a transformative experience that goes beyond idea execution, fostering a well-rounded approach to the success of their ideas.

Students delve into leadership and entrepreneurial workshops of which they apply the learning outcomes during various outdoor adventures. These concise and interactive sessions are meticulously crafted to challenge students’ perceptions of their skills and foster their development in leadership and entrepreneurship. It includes the SILC Academy signature workshops such as the Ultimate Mission: The Drop, the Amazing Race, the Marshmallow Challenge, and more.