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Global Business Programs

Global Business Programs. What is it? When is it? Where do we go? How much does it cost? What will we do? What will I gain? Is it really for me? Are there other international study options?. What is it?. A faculty-led program consisting of:

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Global Business Programs

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  1. Global Business Programs • What is it? • When is it? • Where do we go? • How much does it cost? • What will we do? • What will I gain? • Is it really for me? • Are there other international study options?

  2. What is it? • A faculty-led program consisting of: • Approximately eight to ten weekly class meetings prior to travel which serve as a preparation for the travel experience • A two to three week faculty-led international trip to various destinations which will include company visits, local lectures, social and cultural activities, etc…

  3. Beijing, China Beijing, China

  4. When is it? • The weekly class meetings typically take place between the end of January and early April. • The travel portion will begin during the week following graduation.

  5. Santiago, Chile

  6. Where do we go? • Destinations from Summer 2008 included: • Argentina and Chile • Austria • Italy • Singapore and China • Potential destinations for Summer 2009 will be presented at the Global Business Programs Fair on October 7th. Final programs will be determined by early November.

  7. Clarkson students in Riva del Garda, Italy

  8. How much does it cost? • Summer 2008 programs ranged from $2,600 - $3,500. • Students reported that they needed between $300 - $900 in spending money for personal items, souvenirs, specialty food, etc…This amount depends on your personal spending and shopping habits.

  9. Buenos Aires, Argentina

  10. What is included in the cost? • Airfare • Ground transportation • Accommodations • Daily breakfast • Company visits • Local lectures • Social and cultural activities • Administrative and organizational fees • Emergency evacuation and repatriation insurance • International Student Identity Card • Language training

  11. What is not included in the cost? • Passport fee • Most meals • Special excursions • Personal expenses

  12. What will we do? • Each faculty decides what the focus of the class will be. Weekly class meetings will center on discussions designed to help students become familiar with the host country’s culture, language, business practices, business etiquette, communication, laws, regulations, politics, food, entertainment, local customs, etc… • During the travel portion, students will visit local businesses, company headquarters, manufacturing facilities, as well as cultural and geographical attractions.

  13. Igazú Falls, Argentina

  14. What will I gain? • An opportunity to expand your education to include business instruction in an international setting.

  15. “Overall, my 18 days in Europe were 18 of the best days of my life. I learned far more in those 18 days about the world, about business, and about myself that I have ever learned in a classroom.” Darbi Downey, MBA ’07 Program: France 2007

  16. What will I gain? • Increased skills and insights needed to interact with international partners in today’s global economy.

  17. "My experience in Italy allowed me to broaden my international business perspectives, and challenged me to learn how to effectively communicate across language and cultural barriers while working as a team." Nicole Wilder, Junior Program: Italy 2007

  18. What will I gain? • An increased understanding of the world beyond the boundaries of the United States which will be a huge advantage as you begin your business career.

  19. “Not only was this a fun trip, but it really changed the way I look at many things.  I think the benefits I gained through a new perspective, one outside my country and outside the classroom, were invaluable to me as I venture out into today’s business world.”  Katie Connor, MBA ‘07 Program: France 2007

  20. Singapore

  21. Is it really for me? • Do you believe that we live in an increasingly globalized world? • Do you think that today’s young business professionals should have an awareness of different cultures and business practices? • Do you believe that new sights, sounds and tastes will invigorate your mind and soul?

  22. Shanghai, China

  23. Are there other international study options? • Clarkson has formal exchange programs with more than 20 universities around the world. • MBA students have participated in short-term study abroad programs at the following partner universities: • Reims Management School, Reims, France • Steyr University, Steyr, Austria

  24. House cellar in Reims, France

  25. Are there other international study options? • Programs of study at a partner university • Students typically take three to five short, business courses at the host institution during the month of June. • The total number of credits that can be earned is three • Students may choose to live on campus at the host institution or be placed off campus near the school • The application procedure is the same as for the faculty-led programs

  26. Steyr, Austria

  27. FAQ’s • How do I choose my program? • Attend the Global Business Programs (GBP) Fair on Oct. 7th in order to speak with administrators and faculty who can assist you in finding a program which will be most beneficial to your educational and career goals. • Will the program interfere with my other classes? • Faculty will work with program participants to ensure that weekly class meetings are scheduled on days and times that do not conflict with other classes.

  28. FAQ’s • How do I apply? • Fill out and submit the GBP application by Friday, October 24th. • Will I get credit for this? • Yes, this will count as a three credit business elective course. • When will I receive my grade? • Final grades will be posted within three days of the completion of all course requirements.

  29. FAQ’s • Will I have insurance while abroad? • Yes, students participating in a Global Business Program will have emergency evacuation and repatriation insurance which is included in the program fee. • What travel documents do I need? • Passport which must be valid for at least six months after the travel portion ends. • Visa for certain destinations. GBP will assist in obtaining visas for students traveling to countries which require a tourist visa.

  30. FAQ’s • How do I find out more information about Global Business Programs? • Information session: GBP Fair, October 7th from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Snell Atrium • Website: www.clarkson.edu/gbp • E-mail: kjukic@clarkson.edu • Phone: 268-3998 • Office: Snell 340

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