Chilean Study Tour 2017 Information Session Why Chile? Chilean Study Tour 2017 Information Session

Why Chile? Alumni “The relationships with local Loyola alumni and Chilean business leaders is the primary value-add.”

Why Chile: Beautiful Country “This was by far the most rewarding and beneficial experience I had in the Loyola MBA program.” Why Chile: Beautiful Country

Why Chile: Great Food

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Why Chile: Cultural Immersion “We worked hard and learned a TON, but we also had some time for cultural immersion, which was by far the best part.”

Why Chile: Site Visits “The relationship the teachers have made with these companies allowing us to do things no one else would be allowed to do.” 2014 Study Tour Participant

Course Overview March 3 - March 12, 2017 Estimated price: $2850 – includes air, hotel (breakfasts) 5 nights in Santiago; 2 nights in Viña del Mar Approximately 7 site visits Tentative itinerary “This was a life changing experience and something I will always remember.”

Course Overview GB 748 (co-requisite GB 702) .

Course Expectations 5 Pre-trip classes provide framework January 14: Introduction to Chilean business environment and course January 21: Framework for CSR and International Marketing February 4: Environments of Chile February 11: Application of Framework February 25: Company and Industry Profiles; Logistics

Deliverables Case/Issue write-up Class Participation and Conduct Individual work Case/Issue write-up Class Participation and Conduct Final examination Group work Environmental Profile Industry and Company Profile

What students had to say…. “The time spent preparing us for the trip was used very effectively. I enjoyed the team work approach and concept of sharing the group presentations between both classes. This was an effective strategy for leaning the most about Chile in a short amount of time.” 2013 Study Tour Participant

“I very much agree with the approach the professors took in the classes leading up to the trip. While, at times, it was a great deal of work in a condensed period of time, it was extremely beneficial. It was very helpful to learn about the different facets of the country (first) and learn about the companies we’re visiting after. I actually really enjoyed having prior knowledge of the companies before the site visits. I felt it left us feeling more comfortable to ask and answer questions”. 2013 Study Tour Participant

“It was a lot of work up front, and getting the exam written in Chile was work, but it was so worth it for the experience. I have had only fantastic things to say about this trip to all who’ve asked, and I am so, so glad that I had the opportunity to go. The trip was well worth the price and the work – I have a much deeper understanding of another culture, and new thoughts about doing business that I hope to apply in my job.” 2016 Study Tour Participant 

2016 Study Tour Participant “You could tell that a great amount of effort was placed in making the logistics of the trip run smoothly. This included things such as being able to check into our hotel rooms very early in the morning, site visits (including transportation between locations) being timed perfectly, and having a clear understanding of scheduling based on the detailed itinerary that was provided.” 2016 Study Tour Participant  

“The tour was successfully executed thanks to all of the hard work and relationships that the two of you have with the alumni in Chile. I did not realized during the class how much effort goes into making the trip successful. We were able to build a great bond as a class, learn about another culture, and have a great time!” 2016 Study Tour Participant

Este viaje es para usted si…. you are flexible you recognize your actions impact others you are tolerant you are patient you want to get to know other MBA students

If you have questions: Feel free to contact: Nan Ellis (nellis@loyola.edu); or Gerard Athaide (gathaide@loyola.edu)