International Business Study Abroad! A Faculty Led Experience By: Matt Marchesini, Senior in Marketing, Loudonville NY

What is a Faculty Led Study Abroad? Provides an global experience to students who don’t want to give up a semester at K-State Can give a student 3 credit hours for their classwork before, during, and after the trip Faculty-led tours can be found in many colleges, including the College of Agriculture, College of Business, and the College of Human Ecology

Background of the International Business Study Abroad A 16 week class that meets once a week, combined with a 10 day international experience in Europe. You will have four days in London, U.K., and four days in Munich, Germany, along with a day trip to another location.

Background of the International Business Study Abroad Gives the opportunity for students to learn about international business techniques in different countries, while also gaining knowledge of different lifestyles. Airfare to/from Kansas City, London, and Munich is provided, along with accommodations, group meals, events/tours, and medical insurance.

London, United Kingdom Experience London attractions such as the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Covent Garden, and the Tower of London Eat London staples such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, and Cornish pasties with the locals

London, United Kingdom Meet with British companies who deal with international business, including the British Broadcasting Company, Harrod’s of London, and Fuller’s Brewery.

Day Trips The day trip will be right in the middle of the 10 day excursion. Depending on the year, you have the opportunity to go to cities such as Birmingham, U.K., Paris, France, and Brussels, Belgium. Gives a quick glance to students in another major business market.

Munich, Germany Visit Munich, one of the largest business hubs in the country of Germany. Take a walk and shop on the Marienplatz, sing German songs in the famous Hofbrauhaus, and walk around the Olympic Stadium.

Munich, Germany Meet with one of the largest automakers in the world, BMW, to learn first hand about how they do business in hundreds of countries throughout the world. Tour the BMW Welt, along with an insiders look at the BMW manufacturing facility.

Questions Do you want a full semester experience in a country? – If yes, a study abroad at one of the many countries offered is perfect for you. – If not, a faculty-led tour allows you to go abroad during spring break and be in Manhattan the rest of the time. Are the costs affordable for students? – Absolutely! – The cost of the program comes with everything you need to get an excellent 10 day experience, along with the possibility of getting 3 credit hours at the in-state price.

Interested? Contact the Office of International Programs – 304 Fairchild Hall Contact the Faculty Leader – Dr. Swinder Janda Professor, College of Business Administration