Global Immersion
MBA Global Immersion – February 27 or 28 through March 6, 2010.
Awareness of international business practices and diverse cultures is an integral part of life as an MBA student, both in the classroom and beyond. Global Immersion is a one-week hands-on opportunity for Smeal MBA students to strengthen and deepen their understanding of global business. Each trip affords students a chance to meet one-on-one with business leaders for a look at the inner-workings of their corporation and how the company operates in the economy of the country. Additionally, each student experiences some of the cultural highlights of the area from horseback riding in the Andes Mountains to watching a performance of the Shanghai Acrobats.
For All International Locations (does not include San Francisco): Hotel reservations have been made beginning February 27, 2010 through and including March 5, 2010. All students must check out of the hotel on March 6, 2010.
For San Francisco: Hotel reservations have been made beginning February 28, 2010. All students must check out of the hotel on March 6, 2010.
Travel locations for the Smeal MBA Class of 2011 include:
Important Information for Each Traveler
2009 Global Immersion Presentation
Approximate airfare costs (NOTE: this is not a price guarantee. This is only an approximation to help you in planning)
Need to get a Passport? Find out how here!
Need a Visa? Check out the Visa Checklist here!
New to traveling? Check out some hints and tips here!
Important Global Immersion News
All students traveling abroad are required to purchase insurance from HTH Worldwide regardless of any other insurance they have. The plan is comprehensive for a nominal fee that has yet to be determined. The fee for 2009 was $.75 per day.
How much is the Global Immersion Fee and what does it cover:
The fee for Global Immersion is $1,700 and will be charged to your student account in January, 2010. The fee includes lodging, some meals, on-site transportation, admission into cultural activities, and faculty and staff travel expenses. The fee does not include your airfare, your transfer to and from the airport, and most meals.
