INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SEMINARS
The Executive
Experience
Abroad
Travel the world, learn from global business leaders, and earn university credit while gaining a competitive advantage for your career.
“It is safe to say that not only was the program the greatest opportunity I partook in, but the best experience of my life.”
— Louisiana State University student,
Summer Europe 2022
Our programs are designed as 'your first business trip abroad' experience.
Network
with business executives from multi-national organizations.
Experience
the culture of each country visited with sightseeing, cuisine, and unique activities.
Visit
and learn from global companies such as BMW, Coca-Cola, AT&T and more.
Earn
university credit while applying the knowledge you’ve learned in the classroom to real-life business settings.
Stay
at 4-star hotels where companies would send their employees on a business trip.
All IBS programs are:
Multi Destination
Faculty Led
Led by experienced US faculty leaders to provide guidance. On average, IBS provides 1 leader per 8-10 students.
Designed to allow students to experience two or more foreign cities while abroad.
Short Term
Programs range from 10 to 22 days abroad and don’t interfere with most spring and fall semester schedules.
Open to all Majors
Our programs are open for graduate and undergraduate students in any major who are interested in learning about international business practices, policies, and strategies used across a variety of industries.
2023 Summer Programs
Program Details
The Summer Europe Seminar is perfect for undergraduate and graduate students who are looking to gain international experience while setting themselves apart in the workforce after graduation. Students will learn about the culture, customs, and international business practices used in a variety of European cities.
Program Cost with Airfare
$8,525
Summer Europe
Dates
5/20 - 6/11/2023
Location
Visit 6 countries in 23 days!
Munich, Germany
Innsbruck, Austria
Verona & Venice, Italy
Lausanne, Switzerland
Paris, France
London, UK
5/20 - 6/11/2023
Program Details
The Summer MBA Europe Seminar is perfect for graduate students pursuing their MBA, or a master’s degree in a business-related field, and working professionals who are looking to advance their career, build international experience, and expand their business education. Students will learn about the culture, customs, and international business practices in Germany and the Czech Republic.
Program Cost with Airfare
$5,950
Dates
5/20 - 5/29/2023
Location
Germany, Czech Republic
Munich, Germany
Prague, Czech Republic
Summer Europe MBA
5/20 - 5/29/2023
Program Details
The Summer Japan Seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside of the traditional classroom. While traveling abroad, students will learn about Japanese culture, history, customs, politics, and international business practices.
Program Cost
$4,900
Dates
6/21 - 7/3/2023
Location
Japan
Tokyo
Kyoto
Summer Japan
No airfare option for this program.
6/21 - 7/3/2023
Winter MBA
12/26/2023 - 1/4/2024
Program Details
The Winter MBA Europe Seminar is perfect for graduate students pursuing their MBA, or a master’s degree in a business-related field, and working professionals who are looking to advance their career, build international experience, and expand their business education. Students will learn about the culture, customs, and international business practices in France and the United Kingdom.
Program Cost
$3,989
Dates
12/26/2023 - 1/4/2024
Location
Visit London & Paris in 10 days!
London, United Kingdom
Paris, France
Jan 4
•Return to USA
Jan 4
• Return to USA
Dec 26
• Depart USA
Dec 27
• Arrive in London
• Visit to Leicester Square
Dec 28
• Program Orientation
• Overview of Brexit and the Current Situation
• Deloitte
• Free evening to enjoy London
Dec 29
• Business Visit: IO FINNET - FinTech at Level 39, Canary Wharf
• Business Visit: Lloyd's of London Insurance Market
Dec 30
• Business Visit: Chelsea Football Club
• Tour of the city of London
Dec 31
• British Museum (optional)
Jan 1
• Depart London for Paris
• Health, Safety and Metro Orientation
Jan 2
• Doing Business in Paris at PCC
• Business Visit: Galeries Lafayette Merchandising
Jan 3
• Business Visit
• MBA Wrap-up Discussion Session and Farewell Dinner
Program Details
The Summer Australia Seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside of the traditional classroom. While traveling abroad, students will learn about Australian culture, history, customs, politics, and international business practices. Most importantly, students will observe how these business practices are different from the United States.
Dates
7/19 - 7/31/2023
Location
Australia
Sydney
Cairns
Program Cost
$4,880
Summer Australia
No airfare option for this program.
7/19 - 7/31/2023
2023 - 24 Winter Programs
Program Details
The Winter Europe Seminar is perfect for undergraduate students who want to expand their international business education but have time constraints during their winter break or are uneasy about studying abroad for a longer period of time. Students will learn about the culture, customs, and international business practices in UK, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Dates
12/26/2023 - 1/8/2024
Location
Visit 3 countries in 12 days!
London, United Kingdom
Paris, France
The Hague, Netherlands
Winter Europe
Program Cost
Exact price TBD
12/26/2023 - 1/7/2024
Program Details
The Winter MBA Europe Seminar is perfect for graduate students pursuing their MBA, or a master’s degree in a business-related field, and working professionals who are looking to advance their career, build international experience, and expand their business education. Students will learn about the culture, customs, and international business practices in France and the United Kingdom.
Dates
12/26/2023 - 1/4/2024
Location
Visit London & Paris in 10 days!
London, United Kingdom
Paris, France
Program Cost
$3,989
Winter MBA
12/26/2023 - 1/4/2024
Program Details
The Winter South America Seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside of the traditional classroom. While traveling abroad, students will learn about Argentinian and Chilean culture, history, customs, politics, and international business practices. Most importantly, students will observe how these business practices are different from the United States.
Dates
1/1/2024 - 1/13/2024
Location
Visit 3 countries in 13 days!
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Santiago, Chile
Colonia, Uruguay
Winter South America
Program Cost
Exact price TBD
1/1/2024 - 1/13/2024
Instead of learning in a classroom, you will learn from business executives at global companies such as:
・Ernst & Young
・Lloyd’s of London
・Amazon
・PricewaterhouseCoopers
・Chelsea Football Club
・Hard Rock Cafe
・Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange
・Intel
・Osprey
・Cushman & Wakefield
・Riedel Glassworks
・World Trade Organization
・Nissan
・Keolis Transportation
・Capgemini
・Grant Thornton
・BMW
・Swarovski Crystals
・Ikea
・SAP
Scholarships and Financial Planning
Digital Ambassador Scholarship
Digital Ambassador Scholarship
Become a Digital Ambassador to share your experiences through pictures and videos. No experience necessary to apply. Only available to students in our open programs.
Founders Scholarships
An essay-based scholarship for students in our open programs with additional financial need.
IBS Advising
Speak to an IBS advisor to discuss all your financing options with IBS, your university, and other opportunities.
Additional Resources
Consider traditional financial aid options, creative crowdfunding ideas, and everything in between!
Check out what some of our past Digital Ambassadors have created!
Contact us to learn more!
*Virtual programs - open and private - do not qualify for scholarships.
Personal & Professional Development
The benefits you can gain from joining one of our programs go far beyond the curriculum material.
Develop a skill set that employers value, such as:
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The ability to understand and consider multiple perspectives
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Strong communication skills
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Critical and comparative thinking skills
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Patience and flexibility
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An understanding of international policies, business practices, and culture
Build your resume:
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Each student will gain real-life business experience by learning from executives from global companies
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Students will be able to speak about their experience, lessons learned, how they would approach a global project/ topic, and discuss their meetings with business leaders
Discover the knowledge needed to succeed in today’s interconnected world:
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Students will gain the knowledge, skills, and qualities to engage responsibly and effectively in a global environment by developing cultural understanding, patience, curiosity, collaboration, and an appreciation for the unfamiliar.
Contact Us
Have any questions? We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message or give us a call to learn more.
Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00 PM (MST)
Closed weekends and most holidays.