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Summer International Business Program

Dates: July 6 - August 4, 2010

Location: Based in Prague, Czech Republic with optional excursion to Berlin, Germany

This program is located in Prague, close to tourist sites, shopping, and nightlife. Prague is known for being the city of 100 spires and from your dorm room, exploring Prague's treasures is moments away. Classes will be held at the University of Economics facility, located in the center of Prague.

A typical day would look something like this: class will be held in the morning in a modern classroom facility, followed by lunch and afternoon site visit to Microsoft to listen to a senior level Microsoft manager talk about marketing strategies in Eastern Europe. Your evening may consist of a picnic in the park with you and your friends and their guitars or you might sneak off to the opera for mere pennies. The next day you might be free to explore Prague or join a small group to visit a crystal factory or museum. Some site visits are scheduled, while others will be arranged based upon an individual student's interest.

Cost: The cost of the program, including tuition, is $3,690 (or $4,290 with optional excursion to Berlin). Apply now on-line!!!

What is included in the cost of the program:

• Accommodation - Housing for this term is located in the residential neighborhood of Holesovice, in a recently renovated early 20th Century building, close to public transportation. Travel time from the dorms to the classroom is about 20 minutes using public transportation. There is a large park across the street and numerous restaurants and pubs nearby. There is the possibility of Internet access. More info.
• Meal plan - Breakfast and lunches are provided Mon - Fri at the University. Several group dinners and picnics are also included.
• Tuition (classes + seminars) - all classes, seminars, guest speakers and site visits are covered.
• Course materials - all study books and reading materials will be provided.
• Ground transportation - students will be given "Prague Public Transport Ticket" for entire stay. This way students can explore and enjoy the city to the fullest extent.
• Transport pick-up from airport - if you arrive on Tuesday July 6, 2010 we will meet you at the Prague Airport and transport you safely to your room.
• Amazing race - An overnight stay in a medieval village in Bohemia is also included. Students will stay in a hotel overlooking the panorama of this historical village. Students will be divided into teams and given the name of a hotel in this village. The teams must follow the clues to find this city and the hotel and will compete against each other to arrive first in the town. Students must then follow more clues from their hotel to locate their advisors and the winning team receives a prize!
• Site visits to businesses - Hewlett Packard, Microsoft, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Deloitte, KAP Environmental Firm, Herald Brewery, Ernst & Young, and more.
• Guided tours of the cities - our experienced local staff will show you around all cities we will visit.
• Cultural events - Weekend trips include castle and church visits, picnics, wine tasting, and film nights.
• Networking opportunities - you will meet many influential domestic and international business contacts.
• and FUN!!! Make new friends and have an amazing summer!
• * Optional excursion to Berlin - There will be a four-day excursion to Berlin, Germany. This trip will include transportation to Berlin, overnight accommodation with breakfast, local public transportation pass, guided city tour, visit to the German Foreign Ministry and group dinner in traditional German restaurant. The cost of this optional trip is US$600.

(Note: Airfare and personal expenses are not included)

Courses: For Summer 2010 each student will take the following 2 courses: International Business and Global Marketing. Each class is worth 4 US credit hours (or 7 ECTS credits). All students are encouraged to take the informative Czech language and culture course which is free of charge.

Offered courses:

• Czech language and culture (free of charge/not for credit) (9:00 - 10:00)
• International Business - (10:00 - 11:30)
• Global Marketing - (12:30 - 14:00)

Class sessions will be followed by afternoon site visits to business and industry. Some site visits are scheduled, while others will be arranged based upon an individual students interest. Faculty and local staff will assist students in arranging visits to companies they are interested in visiting as part of their program, providing a great opportunity for personal networking.

This program includes academic courses taught by highly qualified faculty, networking opportunities with business leaders and entrepreneurs from the local community, guided tours of the cities, and numerous cultural opportunities. Local experts guide students through the logistics of getting situated in their new surroundings and assist with all aspects of adjusting to local customs and traditions.

Application requirements: All candidates are required to complete the on-line application form.

Internship or Independent Study: Not a business or marketing major but want to study in Prague? Ask us about setting up an internship or creating a unique independent study program.