CAPITALS OF EUROPE
Program Overview
Journey through Europe - Term Abroad in Paris, Berlin & Strasbourg
This is a very unique program approach to blend a traditional study abroad experience with academic courses which are focused on interdisciplinary academic aspects.
Experiential learning is further achieved through the integration of co-curricular site visits, lectures, field trips and excursions which intertwine with the coursework.
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Courses are taught in English
- Earn up to 12 credits abroad
- Taught by highly experienced faculty
- 8 week program
Students will have ample time to discover the threads that bind these capital cities and cultures together while taking the finest university courses.
For more information contact:
GICS at Chancellor University
6000 Lombardo Center, Suite 200
Seven Hills, Ohio 44131
(888) 495-8338
info@gicsstudyabroad.com
www.gicsstudyabroad.com
| Location | Germany & France |
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| Courses / Credits | HI 345 – The Age of Globalization PH 312 – Global Business Ethics PL 320 - Current Issues + PL 290 - Topics in Global Geography = |
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| Location | Germany & France | |
HI 345 – The Age of Globalization
Study of the globalization as an evolving international system from an historical perspective. Emphasis will be placed on major characteristics and the effects of globalization on the economic, political, and social trajectory of various regions and peoples. The course will also include an examination of how globalization continues to generate concern and opportunity in the developing world.PH 312 – Global Business Ethics
Emphasis for this course will be placed on the interconnectedness of business, technology, social institutions, and cultural values of developed and emerging nations. An examination is made of the wealth and power of transnational corporations and their impact on local economies in both the home and host countries. Focus is also directed on the history of and need for an ethical framework for determining the appropriate standards that decision-makers, managers, and employees of transnational corporations should consider and make given the culture, laws, and social mores of their home and host countries. These same standards will also be applied to the problems of risk management in the global business community and marketplace.PL 320 - Current Issues + PL 290 - Topics in Global Geography
PL 320 - Current IssuesThe course provides a study of major contemporary social, economic, and political issues both in domestic and international policy contexts. The course closely examines possible solutions to a select list of critical issues and the pros and cons of such solutions. The course orients students into examining issues from different perspectives and enables them to see multifaceted dimensions of big issues that face our country and the global community.
PL 290 - Topics in Global Geography
Provides an overview of current global issues in environment, sustainable development, global climate change, including the interdependency of world regions in terms of natural resources. The course focuses both on physical processes and cultural aspects including patterns of development, agriculture, and industrial locations; analyzes the distribution of climate, vegetation, and physical landforms; and examines spatial relationships affecting population, transportation, and natural resources.
Cultural Activities
30 nights in Berlin
- Visit to the German Parliament (Bundestag)
- Explore Berlin and its surroundings on your own, e.g. visit the Brandenburg Gate, take the elevator to the top of the TV tower on Alexanderplatz, visit nearby Potsdam with the famous Palace Sanssouci and its Dutch Quarter
- Visit the former concentration camp Sachsenhausen
- Enjoy a private guided tour of the Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Visit to a German university including a guest lecture on a business/economics topic
- Explore 800 years of Berlin history during a visit to "The Story of Berlin"
22 nights in Strasbourg
- Enjoy a guided boat tour of Strasbourg
- Visit to the International Chamber of Commerce
- Visit to the Council of Europe or European Parliament
- Explor the sights in Strasbourg on your own like the Strasbourg Münster, Rohan Palace, and La Petite France
- Take a tour of the Alsatian wine route with a visit to
the Haut Koenigsbourg Castle
3 nights in Paris
- Join a private guided tour of the famous Musée du Louvre
- Visit a company in Paris
- Visit to the OECD
Excursions are subject to change without prior notice. No refunds are possible.
Housing & Meals
- Twin or triple rooms with private bathroom or apartments
- Breakfasts daily or cooking facilities to prepare your own breakfast
- 30 nights in a youth hotel in Berlin
- 22 nights at the CEPA study center, Château de Pourtalès, in Strasbourg
- 3 nights in a 2 or 3-star hotel in Paris
- Special welcome dinner in Berlin
- Farewell dinner in Paris
Program Fees
Please contact GICS for details.
Dates: June 4 -July 28, 2012
Application Deadline: March 16, 2012
Program fee includes:
- Orientation session and on-site coordinator
during excursions - 4 university courses (one in each location) -
credits issued by Chancellor University
- All cultural excursions, company and European institution visits, day trips,
entrance fees and overnight excursions as described *
- Twin or triple rooms with private bathroom or apartments
- Breakfasts daily or cooking facilities to prepare your own breakfast
- 30 nights in a youth hotel in Berlin
- 22 nights at the CEPA study center, Château de Pourtalès, in Strasbourg
- 3 nights in a 2 or 3-star hotel in Paris
- Special welcome dinner in Berlin
- Farewell dinner in Paris
- Transfer from / to the airport with a private coach bus
- Transportation by train between study locations will be arranged
- All visits & excursion transfers made by private coach bus or public transportation
- Monthly transportation passes for the entire stay in Berlin, Strasbourg, Paris
Sponsored by: Chancellor University
The Global Institute of Comparative Studies (GICS) at Chancellor University (CU) provides the opportunity for students to gain international awareness and become global thinkers. Chancellor University has a rich history of educating students since 1848, including distinguished graduates, John D. Rockefeller and Harvey Firestone.Chancellor University is a highly motivated, energetic team of business scholars, academics, and practitioners who are working diligently on transforming our 160 year-old university into a regional powerhouse for business education and innovation. They offer a cutting-edge instructional environment that matches the fast-paced, demanding needs of today's global educational market place.
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How to apply
The program accepts both graduate and undergraduate students. Admission is based on the student’s university transcript, application, and English language knowledge.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 16, 2012
You should submit your electronic application on or before the admissions deadline. You are welcome to apply for admission as early as you would like and your application will be kept on file until the applications will be reviewed for the term you have indicated.
Application Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent
- In good academic standing with CU/ home institution
To apply to a GICS Study Abroad program, you will need
to submit the following materials. Please note that your application will not be reviewed
until all of these materials have been received.
Required Materials for Semester Programs:
- Completed Application
- $50.00 Application Fee
- Official or certified university transcript showing all university courses taken in the past with grades; include a list of courses in which you are currently enrolled. If your transcript is not in English, it must be accompanied by a certified translation
- Photocopy of your passport identification pages (those with your full legal name).
A Note for All Students: Upon acceptance, you will be required to submit a confidential medical form.
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Acceptance
Applicants will be notified via e-mail on the
notification deadline. Accepted students who intend to enroll must
confirm their intention to participate by submitting
For new Chancellor University Students:
Please follow general university admissions procedures
as outlined in the Chancellor catalog. Once a student is granted
admittance into the university they are eligible to apply for Study
Abroad.
For continuing Chancellor University Students
Please consult with your Academic Advisor about scheduling courses during your
semester abroad.
For Transient Students:
Please work with your Academic Advisor to choose classes that will transfer back to your
home institution.
For more information contact:
GICS at Chancellor University
6000 Lombardo Center, Suite 200
Seven Hills, Ohio 44131
(888) 495-8338
info@gicsstudyabroad.com
www.gicsstudayabroad.com
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