Internationalization and Risk Management Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Define risk and its association with international travel Share risk management resources and techniques for a safe and successful study abroad program Acquaint you with how a risk manager and international educator can help you mitigate associated risks with international travel Share resources Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management Session Goals

Risk: Uncertainty/Potential for variable outcomes Potential Risks Associated with International Travel Emotional stress, culture shock Physical violence, medical emergency Institutional reputation Financial loss, litigation, claims What is risk? Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

To protect the health, safety, and welfare of students, faculty/staff, and the institution Why is Risk Management needed? Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Proactive, not reactive Safe, healthy, secure programs Assets preserved Reputation intact Saves money, time, stress, (and possibly litigation) Benefits of Risk Management Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Feasibility Proposal Assess the academic fit and the institutional fit of the location Site and Safety Visit Designed to evaluate institutional practices Review on-site orientation Assess access to health care and medical facilities Assess location Assess student services Evaluate student accommodations Infusing Risk Management with Study Abroad Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

1.Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk 2.Faculty Recommendations 3.Study Abroad Certification 4.Study Abroad Health Statement 5.Registration with Department of State STEP program Student Documentation Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

6.Flight Itinerary 7.Permission for Emergency Treatment 8.Study Abroad Handbook (details policies and procedures) 9.Health Insurance 10.Copy of Passport 11.Statement of Financial Responsibly Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Student Documentation Cont.

Health and Safety Alcohol Abroad Legal Issues Abroad Insurance Vaccines 24 Hour emergency phone number Mental Health Money and Budgeting Credit and Debit Cards Cash ATMs Cultural Information Cultural Adjustment Gender Relations Site-specific cultural details Being an American Abroad Packing Carry on Luggage Electronics What to Wear Student Pre-Departure Orientation Office of International Studies and University Risk Management

Student ManagementCommon Behavioral IssuesLegal IssuesHealth InsuranceStudents in DistressEmergency Procedures Faculty Director Risk Management Meeting Office of International Studies and Programs University Risk Management

Institutional Liability InsuranceTransportation CoverageMedical Emergency InsuranceStudent Health InsuranceEmployee Health InsuranceInternational Student Identity Card (ISIC) Office of International Studies and University Risk Management Insurance

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