Santa Clara University

We are excited to announce the 2008-2009 Global Business Perspectives courses! 

Spring 2009

Applications available late November 2008

New Zealand: A Case Study in Entrepreneurship March 21-29, 2009 (3 units)

Professors Mary Furlong and Gail Kirby

This course is designed to immerse the student in the entrepreneurial opportunities of New Zealand. This will be achieved through the use of case discussions, readings, lecturers, speakers, and a one-week immersion trip to New Zealand to develop the ability to: (1) understand four segments of the New Zealand economy ripe for innovation and business development, (2) define the outsourcing opportunities for U.S. based enterprises into New Zealand, (3) identify the key stakeholder groups that influence the New Zealand business environment, and (4) describe the "Kiwi can-do" attitude and spirit.

 Pre travel classes:  February 20, 2009, March 6, 2009

Post travel class:  April 17, 2008

Estimated administrative fees: $3000.00 (excluding international airfare and tuition).

Summer 2009

Applications available February 2009

 Emerging Markets in South America: A Case Study in Brazil June 15-29, 2009 (6 units)

Professor Kevin Walsh

This course will focus on the emerging economy of Brazil, with a strong focus on the technology sector. Students will be exposed to a variety of companies associated with innovation and entrepreneurship. In addition, the issue of leadership in an emerging economy will be analyzed drawing parallels to the Silicon Valley environment in both challenges and opportunities.

 Pre travel classes:  TBA

Post travel class: TBA

 Estimated administrative fees: $3500.00 (excluding international airfare and tuition).

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London and Paris: The European Business and Finance Environment August 22-September 1, 2009 (6 units)

Professor Kevin Walsh

The course focus will be on the global financial markets from the UK and French perspective. Among the aspects studied will be how globalization impacts the world financial markets, and doing business in India and Asia.Students will spend five days at the London School of Economics and in Paris for three days, meeting with financial officials (e.g. the former head of the Bank of England), and visiting companies which have successfully managed the transition from nationalized organizations to free-market, global corporations.

Pre travel classes: TBA

Post travel class: TBA

Estimated administrative fees: $5000.00 (excluding international airfare to Europe and tuition).