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International Experience
In today’s economy, all business is global. Each region and country of the world operates according to varying customs and practices in business. Understanding these complexities is essential for success in the global environment. The KU School of Business offers a number of unique opportunities to allow students to witness international commerce at work, interacting with business executives across the globe. In the past, Master's students have traveled to: Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy and Mexico. |
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Study Abroad Dual-Degree Program:Offered in partnership with the Groupe ESC Clermont Graduate School of Management, the MBA-MIM combines graduate-level management classes at the Lawrence Campus, a semester of classes at Clermont-Ferrand in France, and an approximate six-month internship at a European company. The result is a KU MBA and a Master in Management from The Groupe ESC Clermont Graduate School of Management.
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2009 Graduate study abroad opportunities:Note: Costs and dates are estimates as of 10/01/08
Unless otherwise noted, dates are actual program dates and do not include travel time to & from the program site.
European Marketing and Business: A Cross-Cultural Perspective*
March 14-20, 2009 – FRANCE (spring break)This program offers KU graduate business students a unique opportunity to see how businesses in France and the EU adapt marketing practices for various countries and cultures... » Read More This program offers KU graduate business students a unique opportunity to see how businesses in France and the EU adapt marketing practices for various countries and cultures. It takes place at the Ecole Superieure de Commerce (ESC) in Clermont-Ferrand. ESC is one of the top business schools in France and has been KU’s partner school for 60 years. The program focuses on various dimensions of the European business environment and guidelines for operating effectively in Europe. Students are assigned to multinational teams of KU and ESC students, and work with these teams on class projects as well as participating in some social events. The course is taught in English by ESC faculty and includes visits to local companies such as Michelin, and discussions with French business executives. A regional tour of Clermont-Ferrand is included, with optional time in Paris or Lyon. *This program is also open to non-Business graduate students and to upper-levelProgram brochureInstructor: Pascal Brassier and David Marker (Professors at ESC Clermont) Credits: 2 (a 3rd credit is optional) Signup deadline: October 31, 2008 Prerequisite: IBUS 895, Business in Europe, 1st Module Spring Semester, Edwards Campus; Prof. Margaret Schomaker (2 credit hours). Prerequisite may be waived under special circumstances. Approximate cost: $2100 plus airfare and incidental expenses. The $2100 fee includes tuition, lodging, program-related costs, & some meals. $500 scholarships will be available for Business students who need financial support and who register by the deadline Contact: Carol Rose, crose@ku.edu, 864-4583 » Read Less
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The China Connection: Strategies for Entry and Operation
May 18 – 30, 2009 – CHINA (early return option May 18 -27)Students will visit U.S. and Chinese companies and government institutions in Shanghai, Xi’an and Guangzhou to learn about the economic, political and managerial factors that affect business operations in China... » Read More Students will visit U.S. and Chinese companies and government institutions in Shanghai, Xi’an and Guangzhou to learn about the economic, political and managerial factors that affect business operations in China. Business briefings will be provided by faculty at Sun Yat-Sen University, located on the Pearl River Delta where many major Chinese and international firms operate. The group will also visit major cultural sites including the Terracotta Warriors Museum at Xi’an. On May 27-30, students will participate in a case competition (optional, limited to 10 students) with MBA students from Sun Yat-Sen University. Executives of a multinational firm (to be announced later) will present the case and will judge presentations by teams that each include both U.S. and Chinese students. Students participating in the case competition will earn 3 credit hours for the program. A 3rd credit hour based on an individual project is also available. Program brochureInstructors: Professors Jane Zhao and Charles Krider Credits: 2 - 3 Prerequisites: IBUS 895, Business in China, 2nd module, Spring semester 09, Edwards Campus, Prof. Tailan Chi (2 credits). The prerequisite may be waived under special circumstances by permission of Prof. Zhao. BUS 707, Professional Development Skills is strongly recommended. Signup deadline: December 5, 2008 Approximate cost: Tuition $842 (for 2 hrs. credit); program costs in China estimated at $1900 (includes lodging, transportation in China, academic & cultural programs and some meals) plus airfare estimated $1350. Scholarships of up to $2000 available. Contact: Carol Rose, crose@ku.edu; 864-4583 » Read Less
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Global Business Project (Brazil, China, Japan or Poland)
March – May, 2009 SPRING/SUMMERThe Global Business Projects are offered through KU’s Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) in collaboration with CIBERs at several other universities. Teams of MBA students from various U.S. universities work on real business projects in other countries, for multinationals or local companies. GBP will begin in the spring semester and will continue with a 2 ½ - 3 week residency in May in the target country. Exact dates vary by country and are yet to be determined. First-year MBAs will have first priority to enroll in GBP. MBAs will enroll in GBP for a particular destination country and must show interest and some degree of ability in the language of that country, experience in that country, or significant global experience in order to be chosen for the course. Permission to enroll will be granted by the CIBER director, after a competitive application process. Program brochureInstructor: TBA, Depending on Target Country and Project Credits: 3 (2 in spring 09; 1 in summer 09) Signup deadline: To be announced Approximate cost: To be announced Contact: Bart Redford, bredford@ku.edu, 864-4616 » Read Less
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Summer Graduate Program in Italy
May 17–June 11 and/or June 21-July 16, 2009The four-week summer sessions provide a forum for graduate students to participate in unique business courses while gaining valuable international experience... » Read More The four-week summer sessions provide a forum for graduate students to participate in unique business courses while gaining valuable international experience. During the first session, students will have the option of taking a Six Sigma course paired with a consulting project to earn a Six Sigma green belt. In addition to coursework, students will gain exposure to the Italian culture and business environment through plant tours, guest speakers, as well as cultural presentations and fieldtrips. There are also three long travel weekends built into the program so that students are able to explore Europe on their own. Program brochureInstructors: TBA, depending on classes taken Credits: 6 credits for each 4-week session Signup deadline: February 1 is the preferred deadline for both sessions Approximate cost: The tentative price is $4,946 per session plus airfare and incidental expenses. Includes tuition, lodging, all meals, program-related expenses. Contact:Email: cuis-info@uiowa.edu Web:www.cimbaitaly.comPhone: 785-864-7576 » Read Less
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Business in Brazil
Late May or Early June, 2009 (Dates to be announced)This course will focus on the business climate in Brazil, including an introduction to its culture, history, and economic environment... » Read MoreThis course will focus on the business climate in Brazil, including an introduction to its culture, history, and economic environment. The class will take place in Rio and Sao Paulo and will expose students to economic, political, and cultural aspects of this growing market. Program brochureInstructor: Melissa Birch Credits: 2 Prerequisite: Business in Latin America (Birch), 2 credit hours, to be offered in first module of Spring 2009 Signup deadline: To be announced Approximate cost: Complete fee information not yet available. Contact: Professor Melissa H. Birch, mhbirch@ku.edu; (785) 864-7879. » Read Less
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Other Study Abroad ProgramsStudents interested in other countries or world areas are encouraged to participate in programs offered by other academic institutions in the U.S. and abroad. For more information, contact Carol Rose, 222 Summerfield, crose@ku.edu; 864-4583. Scholarship support may be available for these programs as well.
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