Forum Barcelona Plus Summer 2010: Understanding European Business, Politics and Culture

- Multi-Country

• Other Cities in - Multi-Country: 
Various cities in each country

  France

• Paris: 
Paris

  Germany

• Other Cities in Germany: 
Frankfurt

  Italy

• Milan: 
Milan

  Spain

• Barcelona: 
Barcelona

Term: Summer 

Description: The program starts in Italy in the dynamic city of Milan, the economic and financial center of Italy and world capital of fashion. Classes are held in the beautiful historic campus of the Catholic University of Milan, housed in the buildings of a 14th century monastery. There will be great professional visits to leading companies in fashion, advertising and electronics, as well as optional trips to Venice and Florence. Then the students travel with the professors to Frankfurt, the business and financial heart of Germany. Students will be able to visit the European Central Bank, the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and the headquarters of Mercedes Benz (Daimler) in Stuttgart.

From Germany it's on to beautiful Paris, the most visited city in the world and the heart of French culture, politics and business. In Paris there will be challenging classes and interesting visits to multinational companies and international organizations. Students will be able to visit the Louvre Museum, the Notre Dame cathedral and the Arc de Triomphe, as well as stroll along the banks of the Seine River and the Champs-Elysées.

After France the group will travel to Barcelona, the home base of the program! Barcelona is one of the most popular cities in Europe with its gorgeous mountains, beaches, museums, and restaurants. In addition to its architectural and natural beauty Barcelona is a powerful center of industry and commerce with the largest port on the Mediterranean. Students will visit several leading Spanish and multinational companies and government agencies, and will take classes at the campus of the AACSB-accredited IQS Business School, part of the prestigious Ramon Llul University. On the last day of the program, there will be a festive farewell dinner and diploma ceremony featuring traditional food and music.

Dates
Most students enroll in the complete four-week program from May 27 to June 24, 2010.
Some students are unable to participate for the full four weeks, due to conflicts with work or class schedules. In that case they may choose to participate in the 2-week options.

Option 1 This is the complete itinerary, 4 weeks, 4 countries
Cities: Milan, Frankfurt, Paris, Barcelona
Duration and Dates 4 weeks
May 27 - June 24, 2010
Course Credits 3 or 6 credits (1 or 2 courses)

Option 2 Milan, Frankfurt, Paris, Barcelona
May 27 - June 10, 2010 Countries and Duration 4 countries
2 weeks
Course Credits 3 credits (1 course)

Option 3 Barcelona
June 9 - June 24, 2010 Duration 2 weeks
Course Credits 3 credits (1 course)

Itinerary
Milan         May 27-31
Frankfurt         May 31 ? June 3
Paris         June 3-6
Paris-Barcelona         June 6-7
Barcelona         June 7-24

Highlights: Earn up to 6 credits in 4 weeks while studying in 4 amazing cities: Barcelona, Milan, Frankfurt and Paris. Acquire a solid understanding of the culture and politics of the European Union and learn about business and marketing strategies to succeed in European markets. Forum-Nexus Study Abroad has a track record of 19 years of successful multi-country summer and winter programs in Europe.

Cost in US$: 3,990 USD to 5,990 USD

    * Tuition for either one or two courses (3 or 6 credits); transcripts issued by the European university
    * Accommodations in comfortable hotels (3 and 4 stars, double or triple occupancy, centrally located)
    * All breakfasts in the hotels
    * Professional visits
    * All inter-city transportation in Europe, by either train or private coach, from the first city to the last city in the program
    * Welcoming reception
    * Farewell dinner
    * Health insurance

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Forum-Nexus Study Abroad's Mission Statement: The programs aims to develop the student's international outlook, i.e. a greater appreciation of other cultures and of different economic and political environments

Year Founded: 1990