It’s a big world. Immerse yourself.
Whether you embark on a global immersion trip or decide to study abroad, Fox Global provides opportunities for you to experience new cultures and gain tools to succeed in global business.
Whether you embark on a global immersion trip or decide to study abroad, Fox Global provides opportunities for you to experience new cultures and gain tools to succeed in global business.
Global Immersions are short study trips embedded in the 3-credit IB 2509 course, that allow students a chance to experience global business in person rather than simply learning about it in the classroom. Students will engage in a number of learning opportunities, including meeting with business executives in the destination country, touring factories, interacting with government officials and learning about the business environment from locals.
From this experience, I learned to challenge myself more to do things I am uncomfortable with. I was nervous to go, but ended up having an amazing experience. I recommend students participate in a global immersion program because not only will it be an opportunity for a week of learning, fun and new relationships, but because it gives you a talking point on your resume for the rest of your life.
I knew that with my passions for traveling and my major in Finance, I had to take this opportunity to meet new people, learn different perspectives, and gain insight on how business functions on a global scale. This class was the perfect way to explore a different part of the world and learn about their business, while gaining three credits and meeting people and sharing experiences that will last a lifetime!
Global immersions are short study trips embedded into an international business-oriented course that allow students a chance to experience global business rather than simply learning about it in the classroom.
Unlike a study abroad trip focused on classroom learning and sightseeing, the Fox Global Immersions are meant to:
Global Immersions offer a number of possible benefits for students from any background and in any academic track.
Yes. The undergraduate global immersion experience is embedded in the 3-credit IB2509 course. Your instructor for that course will be the same faculty member that leads you through the immersion experience, giving you the added benefit of in-depth preparation prior to departure as well as valuable insights while on the immersion. You should register for the course associated with the immersion experience of interest to you.
Because this course is being offered for credit, it may qualify for funding through your student loan program. In addition, grant funding may be available in limited quantities for certain qualifying students.
Temple University’s Education Abroad Office has provided a quick reference guide for Fox students to assist you as you plan your study abroad experience.
The first step towards participating in a study abroad program is to connect with the Education Abroad Office by attending a Foundations of Study Abroad Session
Visit The Office of Education Abroad to view all program deadlines.
Dr. Bertrand Guillotin, assistant professor and International Business Program academic director, discusses the benefits to an undergraduate international business education.