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About the Program
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Study business in the vibrant and dynamic city of Berlin! Receive credits toward your business or economics major and experience the dynamic German business environment through an internship.
Berlin is the heart of Germany with its grand public buildings, glorious museums and theatres, urbane restaurants, bustling pubs, and lively nightlife. It is also the crossroads of contemporary European business, technology, politics, and culture.
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About the Program Sponsor: Learning Abroad CenterLearning Abroad Center sponsored programs are:
- Affordable: our programs are cost effective.
- Academically strong: many programs have strong University of Minnesota departmental support and offer pre-approved courses for many majors.
- Culturally rich: regardless of the program you choose, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture.
- Expertly managed: our staff in Minnesota and abroad are trained professionals and are always available to answer your questions from extensive pre-departure advising, online orientations, to reentry programming. Your safety and well-being are paramount, and we work hard to ensure you have a rewarding, and safe, experience abroad.
Classes are taken at the Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) and the Berlin School of Economics (the Fachhochschule fuer Wirtschaft Berlin). IES provides on-site support and arranges student housing. IES also arranges an on-site orientation as well as optional excursions.
Housing
& Meals
All program participants live in apartments shared with Germans. No
meals are included, but cooking facilities are available. The
program arranges accommodations prior to the students' arrival in
Berlin.
Excursions
& Social Activities
The program includes Berlin field trips
to various sites of interest to business students. In addition,
a one-day trip to Potsdam and a one-day trip to Poland are offered
for an additional fee.
Contact
a Past Participant
Below is a student who participated during the 2005–06 school
year. He is ready and willing to answer your questions about this
program. Feel free to contact him during your decision-making process
or anytime during your pre-departure preparation to get a student
perspective.
Reed S—Marketing major, spring semester 2006, internship
Access Abroad
Persons with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to explore opportunities abroad. The Learning Abroad Center and Disability Services are collaborating to enhance access to study abroad for students with disabilities. Go to the Access Abroad web page for more information.
Last modified on April 1, 2009 |