Global Business Perspectives 2009

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Global Business Perspectives 2009

To be competitive in the global marketplace, international business experience is vital. Santa Clara University Global Business Perspectives offers one to two week intensive business courses in numerous exciting locations. Students travel the world examining critical factors impacting a global economy. This immersion experience broadens and enriches a MBA degree from Santa Clara University.

Examples of company visits and itineraries from past trips are available via the links to the right. See first hand the kinds of activities our programs include.

Students gain first hand experience in the global business environment through topical case discussions, corporate sites visits, meeting with local business leaders and interviews with government representatives. As a result of the experience, students attain a rich understanding of the local business climate and cultural environment with a strong potential for immediate application.

Save the Date! Study Abroad 2010 Trips Announced!

Country	Cities	Dates	Units	Projected Costs*
USA	Washington, DC	Mar. 18-29, 2010	3	< $3,500 + airfare
China	Shanghai and Beijing	Aug. 22 - Sept. 4, 2010	6	$3,500 + airfare
Brazil	Sao Paulo and Belo Horizonte	Aug. 22 - Sept. 4, 2010	6	$4,000 + airfare
Turkey	Istanbul, Duzce and Ankara	Aug. 22 - Sept. 4, 2010	6	$3,500 + airfare
Switzerland	Zurich and Basel	Dec. 11-18, 2010	3	$3,500 + airfare

* subject to change

The program costs noted above include cultural/academic direction, lodging, most meals and local transportation. It does not include tuition or airfare.

Trips will typically consist of two or more pre-travel class sessions on campus in addition to a culmination meeting following the trip. Students will be asked to prepare a final project based on their trip experiences.

Global Business courses are considered electives and may count towards a concentration depending on the focus of the trip. A maximum of two global initiative courses may be taken toward your MBA elective requirements. In order to qualify for a study abroad trip, students must have 2 quarters of residency and maintain good academic standing. Pre-requisites will vary based on the focus of the trip. The pre-requisites and concentration details for our 2010 trips have not been determined at this time.

Application forms and deadlines will be announced by January 30, 2010.

If you have questions, please e-mail mbaglobalbusiness@scu.edu.