Wall Street Stock Market & Investment Experience – New York

Overview

The Wall Street Stock Market & Investment Experience is an intensive finance programme in the heart of New York City for teens aged approximately 14–18 (current US Grades 9–12). Over one or two weeks, students dive into the world of capital markets, trading, wealth management and modern financial technology, while experiencing life in one of the world’s most important financial centres.

The programme combines classroom-style learning with practical workshops, group projects and city-based activities. Participants gain a strong foundation in how global markets work, what drives investment decisions and which skills are needed for future careers in finance and business.

Programme options

• Week 1 – 6 days: Core introduction to Wall Street, stock markets, portfolio building and key financial concepts.
• Week 2 – 6 days: Builds on the basics with more advanced topics in analysis, valuation, fintech and career pathways.
• Full 12-day experience: Combines Weeks 1 & 2 into one comprehensive programme, offering the full curriculum and the strongest overall exposure to finance.

Families can choose between a single week or the full two-week experience depending on the teen’s interests, schedule and travel plans.

Academic & finance curriculum

The curriculum is delivered by instructors with substantial experience in the financial industry and covers many of the topics that first-year university students encounter in business or finance degrees. According to the official programme outline, modules typically include:

• What is Wall Street? – understanding the role of New York in global finance
• Developing a “Financial Quotient (FQ)” – building financial literacy and confidence
• Private equity & venture capital – how investors fund companies and start-ups
• Investment and hedge funds – strategies, risk and return
• Wealth management & building a portfolio
• Technical analysis & indicators – reading charts and market trends
• Portfolio diversification strategies
• Key concepts of financial statements & DCF modelling
• Fintech & digital assets – cryptocurrency, blockchain and innovation in finance
• Career paths in finance – insight into trading, asset management, investment banking and more
• Internships & job-search strategies in the financial industry
• Communication skills workshop for presenting ideas and working in teams

Learning format

A typical weekday follows a structured schedule with a balance of academic content, project work and time in the city. For example:

• Morning: finance modules and interactive teaching sessions
• Afternoon: group projects, case studies, guest speakers or additional modules
• Late afternoon/early evening: New York City highlights, such as exploring key neighbourhoods or financial landmarks
• Evening: dinner out and relaxed social activities with the group

Throughout the programme, students work on team projects and may take part in friendly competitions that are evaluated by industry professionals, helping them apply what they learn in a practical way.

New York City & Wall Street highlights

When they are not in class, students experience life in New York City. Depending on the final schedule, highlights often include:

• Guided tours of the Financial District and Wall Street
• Visits to major financial institutions or trading-related sites
• Time around famous New York landmarks and neighbourhoods
• Evening activities and cultural experiences with the group

Accommodation & meals

Students stay in comfortable, supervised accommodation in New York City, typically in hotel or residence-style housing selected for safety, quality and convenient access to the programme location. Rooms are usually shared with other teens of the same gender and similar age.

• Daily breakfast and dinner included (lunch arranged according to schedule)
• Meals taken in a variety of local restaurants and food venues
• Support for most common dietary requirements

Safety & supervision

• 24/7 supervision by trained programme leaders
• Clear rules and curfews appropriate for high-school students
• Organised group transport for programme activities
• Structured check-in system during city time

Arrival & departure

• Arrival airport: New York – JFK, Newark (EWR) or LaGuardia (LGA)
• Airport transfers are provided on official arrival and departure days
• Support available for Unaccompanied Minor (UM) services on most airlines

International teen group

The programme attracts motivated high-school students from the US and abroad. English is used throughout all sessions and activities, so international participants naturally build confidence in academic and conversational English while forming friendships with peers who share similar interests in business and finance.

How kiDay supports your family

Through kiDay, your family receives independent guidance when choosing between the 6-day and 12-day options, planning flights, arranging extra nights if needed and understanding the academic expectations of the programme. We remain available before and during your teen’s stay to help with questions and to ensure that the experience is not only educational, but also safe, inspiring and enjoyable.