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Winter Break Summer 2011

Forum Intercontinental Europe - South Africa

Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland, Greece, South Africa

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  • Travel in South Africa during the FIFA's Soccer World Cup
  • Study and travel across two amazing continents!
  • Visit leading multinational, European and African companies
  • Take classes with top professors who will be traveling with you
  • Earn credits transferable to your college or university
  • Increase your International IQ

Traveling Study Abroad Program

Combine the beauty and tradition of Europe with the amazing multi-cultural environment of South Africa. The course will take place at a most exciting time for South Africa: people from all over the world will flock to the main cities for FIFA's Soccer World Cup! There will be a festive and cosmopolitan atmosphere around the country. Students will be able to watch the most important games on giant screens in the center of town in well organized "Fan Parks".

Itinerary

Milan May 20-27 (only for B2, C2 and D1)
Milan May 27-31
Frankfurt May 31 - June 3
Stuttgart June 3
Paris June 3-6
Paris-Barcelona June 6-7
Barcelona June 7-9
Flight Barcelona-JBurg June 9
Pretoria, Johannesburg June 10-30
Rustenburg June 12
Polokwane June 22
Flight from JBurg to Barcelona June 30 (only for E2,F1,F4,G2,G4 and H2)
Barcelona July 1-8 (only for E2,F1,F4,G2,G4 and H2)
Cape Town July 1-8
Flight from CT to Paris July 8
Paris July 9-15
Geneva July 15
Interlaken July 15-17
Milan July 17-22
Boat to Greece July 22-23
Athens July 23-26
Boat to Rhodes July 26-27
Rhodes July 27-30
Flights home July 30, anytime

The program will enable students to learn a great deal about business, politics and society in the European Union as well as in Africa. It will help them understand the process of European integration as well as the legacy of colonialism and apartheid, and the African efforts to break out of underdevelopment. South Africa is a beautiful country with a great coastline, wine country and safari parks. It also has a very powerful business sector with world-class banks, breweries and mining companies.

Students have the choice of studying and traveling in Europe first and then fly to South Africa (Option 1) or visiting South Africa first and then flying to Europe (Option 2).

Option 1: Milan & Frankfurt

The itinerary for Option 1 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 weekend trips to Venice, Florence or Rome. 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.

Option 1: Paris

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. During the weekend there will be optional trips to London, Brussels or Amsterdam.

Option 1: Barcelona

After France the group travels to Barcelona, 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.

Option 1: South Africa

From Barcelona the students fly to Johannesburg on June 9, just in time for the start of the World Cup! Students will be able to visit Johannesburg, Pretoria, Polokwane, Rustenburg, and Cape Town as well as visiting a game reserve for an exciting safari experience! Besides the regular classes on campus, the students will participate in professional visits to leading South African and multinational companies and to government agencies and NGO's. On many afternoons and evenings the students will be able to live the excitement of the World Cup by watching the most important games on giant screens at well organized Fan Parks, with thousand of other fans from around the world. Individual students who are able to secure stadium tickets for any game will, of course, be allowed to attend. On the last day of the program, there will be a festive farewell dinner and diploma ceremony featuring traditional food and music.

Option 2: South Africa & Europe

The itinerary for Option 2 starts in South Africa, with visits to Johannesburg, Pretoria, Polokwane, Rustenburg, and Cape Town as described above. Then on June 30 or July 8 the students fly to Europe. Those leaving on June 30 fly to Barcelona and those on July 8 fly to Paris. From Paris the program continues to Switzerland, visiting Geneva and the resort town of Interlaken in the Swiss Alps. Then the students will travel to Italy, with Milan as the home base and optional visits to Florence, Venice and Rome. The last week starts with a cruise-style 24-hour boat trip to Greece, the cradle of democracy and home of the great classical philosophers. Athens, a bustling metropolis crowned by the famous Acropolis, offers an exceptional insight into Mediterranean culture and business. After an intensive 3 days with classes, professional visits and a cultural tour of the Parthenon, there is a second cruise-style overnight boat trip, this time to Rhodes, one of the most striking islands in Greece. Students will stay in a 5-star beachside resort, will have classes in the resort's conference center, and will have the opportunity to visit the charming Old Town encircled by impressive mediaeval walls. During the weekend there will be optional trips to Santorini, Mykonos or Istanbul. On the last day of the program, there will be a festive farewell dinner and diploma ceremony featuring traditional food and music.

COURSES OFFERED

Forum-Nexus programs are AACSB-accredited through our academic partnership with the IQS Business School of the Ramon Llull University in Barcelona and are co-sponsored by the Catholic University of Milan (Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, member of the ISEP Network)

Credit Transfer

Earn up to 12 credits during the summer while studying in two incredible continents: Europe and Africa. Acquire a solid understanding of the culture and politics of the European Union And Africa, and learn about business and marketing strategies to succeed in their markets. Forum-Nexus Study Abroad has a track record of 20 years of successful multi-country summer and winter programs in Europe. Learn more about our International IQ workshops here

All classes and professional visits are conducted in English. Depending on the city, classes are held either on campus or in conference rooms at the hotels. The main professor for each course travels with the group from city to city. The professors are highly experienced, multilingual, and cosmopolitan (learn more about the professors here). Classes are usually held Monday through Friday in the morning. There are usually no classes on Saturday or Sunday.

Please note: Courses with the same section # ("01" or "02") are taught at the same time and cannot be taken together.

1. Undergraduate Level (each course is worth 3 credits)

  • EUR 337-01 Introduction to the European Union: Economics, Politics, Culture and Society
  • AFR 338-01 Introduction to Africa: Economics, Politics, Culture and Society
  • COM 312-02 Cross-Cultural Communication: Understanding Cultural Differences
  • IBU 326-01 International Business
  • MKT 354-01 International Marketing
  • MGT 313-02 Cross-Cultural Management
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2. Graduate Level (each course is worth 3 credits)

  • EUR 637 Introduction to the European Union: Economics, Politics, Culture and Society
  • AFR 638 Introduction to Africa: Introduction to Africa: Economics, Politics, Culture and Society
  • COM 612 Cross-Cultural Communication: Understanding Cultural Differences
  • IBU 626 International Business
  • MKT 654 International Marketing
  • MGT 613 Cross-Cultural Management
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Dates and Sessions

Forum-Nexus offers a variety of alternatives regarding the dates and duration of the program, so that students can customize their choice based on their specific constraints.

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Testimonials

I will never forget the summer of 2008, it was, not only, my first time in Europe, but I just had a once-in-a-lifetime experience!!!! I met wonderful people, I got to know beautiful and exciting places and learn about them. The classes were so interesting, and I could apply them to all the professional visits that we made!!! It was AMAZING!!! I just loved the Forum-Nexus Experience!!! and I miss it so much!!!
Luis Bueno Bragado
I truly recommend the program, you learn a lot, and besides that you get to know so many different cities. It's just a summer, but it is really worth it. I'm really happy I went last year, I made a bunch of new friends' I really don't regret a single moment of it. Keep in touch!!
Mike González
This program is so complete, the great cities, the best professional visits, the classes, the different cultures!!!! And the boat trips are the best!!!>
Adriana Quintanilla
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In-depth

PROFESSIONAL VISITS

In each city, students participate in two types of activities: classes and professional visits.

In addition to insightful classes, students learn a great deal from a number of valuable professional visits. Based on the courses they are taking, students will be able to visit leading European and South African companies, financial institutions, government agencies, multinational corporations and non-governmental organizations. Most visits include detailed discussions with officials of the companies and organizations. Each student will visit at least four companies or organizations per class. The professional visits are usually held in the afternoon.

The schedule of visits has not yet been finalized.

ACCOMODATION

In South Africa, will stay in university dormitories or in tourist class hotels.
In Europe, students will stay in 3 and 4-star hotels in central locations.

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Sponsoring Universities

IQS Business School (AACSB accredited business school, part of the prestigious Universidad Ramon Llull in Barcelona)

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (The Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, a leading private university and a member of the ISEP network)

Students who have a specific preference may elect for the transcript to be issued by the school of their choice. Classes are usually held on campus at our partner university. For example: In Barcelona, our classes are held at the beautiful historic building of the IQS Business School, of the Ramon Llull University. In Milan, our classes are held at the Catholic University of Milan, in the 14th century monastery campus in the heart of Milan. In other cities such as Paris, our classes are on campus of a local university (last year the IPAG Business School), while in other cities such as Athens we may have classes in the conference center of the hotel.

Application Process

Admission is on a rolling basis, however you are encouraged to apply as early as possible since the program will accept a cohort of 40 students. The last day to apply is April 25, 2010. Late applications are usually accepted if there is space available.

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OVERALL PROGRAM FEES INCLUDING TUITION

Sessions A1, E1 and E2 (4 weeks)
3 credits (1 course) US$ 5,490
6 credits (2 courses) US$ 5,990
Sessions B1, B2, F1, F2, F3 and F4 (5 weeks)
3 credits (1 course) US$ 6,090
6 credits (2 courses) US$ 6,590
9 credits (3 courses) US$ 7,090
Sessions C1, C2, G1, G2, G3 and G4 (6 weeks)
6 credits (2 course) US$ 7,190
9 credits (3 courses) US$ 7,690
12 credits (4 courses) US$ 8,190
Session D1, H1 and H2 (7 weeks)
6 credits (2 course) US$ 7,790
9 credits (3 courses) US$ 8,290
12 credits (4 courses) US$ 8,790

Fees include

  • Course tuition (transcripts issued by the sponsoring university)
  • Accommodation in university dormitories or in tourist class hotels in South Africa
  • Accommodations in quality hotels in Europe (3 and 4 stars, double or triple occupancy, centrally located, buffet breakfast included)
  • Professional visits
  • All inter-city transportation in South Africa by coach
  • All transportation within Europe, either by train or coach, from the first city to the last city in the program
  • Two boat trips from Italy to Greece and from Athens to Rhodes with accommodation in sleeping compartments with bathroom
  • Health insurance
  • Welcome reception
  • Farewell dinner

Financial Aid

Please view full details in our Financial Aid section.

   

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