Summer in Paris, France: French, European Politics, and Business

  France

• Paris: 
Paris

Term: Summer 
Dates: June - July 2010

Description: This program, organized jointly by Georgetown University and the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIP), is designed for students with advanced French language knowledge and a keen interest in politics, business, and culture. Coursework and activities focus on improving language proficiency while providing specialized content about political institutions and entrepreneurship in France and in the EU. The program combines formal classes and lectures with visits to major political institutions, firms, and cultural sites inside and outside of Paris. It is conducted in the spirit of linguistic and cultural immersion.

The CCIP is a well-known educational institution in the fields of language and business. It is located in the center of Paris with modern facilities, has a very well-trained staff, and is in close and ongoing contact with both the Paris and European business worlds.

Curriculum:

All students are required to enroll in one of the following language courses, which concentrate on French for professional purposes, politics, and business:

FREN 102-62 Advanced French, Paris (3 credits) or
FREN 275-62 Post-Advanced French, Paris (3 credits)

Additionally, students enroll in one of the following two courses:

FREN 297-62 Political Institutions in France and the Dynamics of the European Union Today (3 credits) - This course concentrates on recent EU initiatives and the new realities of international commerce in France and Europe. Coursework includes in-class activities, lectures, and site visits to key institutions in French and European public life. Students will be evaluated on the basis of papers and oral presentations.

FREN 294-62 Business and Entrepreneurship in France and in the European Union (3 credits) - This course explores the relationship between government and business and focuses on the impact of government regulations, taxes, and finance on the creation of new businesses. Students participate in seminars, lectures, case studies, and on-site visits to firms.

Upon successful completion of the program, students receive six (6) Georgetown University undergraduate credits in French.

Non-Georgetown students should discuss transfer credit with a dean or academic adviser at their home university.

Highlights: Activities Outside the Classroom:
- Visits to political institutions and major firms in Paris
- Lecture visits to major cultural sites inside and outside of Paris

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Inquire for more information.

Experience Required: yes

The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students. A minimum 2.7 GPA is required. The prerequisite for the program is the completion of Advanced French I (or its equivalent). Students require an advanced level of French language competence to allow them full participation in the program. Exceptional students may be considered upon completion of Intermediate French II.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to France Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

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