Study Abroad

Study Business in Florence, Italy

The MBA program offers a 2-week study abroad opportunity.

The program focuses on the economic, political and social environment for business in Europe.

Students can use this program to complete their core MBA course in Operations Theory and Practice and choose to earn 2 electives credits.

Program Details

Dates

  • May 19 - May 31, 2025

Estimated Costs

  • Tuition - $1,190 (2 credits): Est. $2,380*
  • Study Abroad Fee: $2,990

Includes

  • Shared hotel accommodations in Florence
  • Some group meals and excursions
  • Some transportation to and from excursions
  • Insurance

Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Most Meals
  • Textbooks and course materials
  • Personal Expenses

Curriculum

This in-person course includes both pre-work and post-work due to be completed during the first summer session.

MBUS 699: Doing Business in Europe

Instructors: Mirjeta Beqiri, Ph.D., Danielle Xu, Ph.D.

In this course, you will examine the institutional interplay with the European Union, the contrasting structure of the European economy compared to its major competitors, the single market, the Euro, Foreign Direct Investment, the role of multinationals, and the developing relationship between Central and Eastern Europe and the EU.

Additionally, the course looks into international dimensions of management and marketing, as well as issues pertaining to global supply chain management.

Several course-related visits and tours bring students to businesses including Lamborghini, Rifo-Lab, Uffizi, Corsini Winery, just to name a few.

*Tuition rates are subject to change.
**Fees are an estimate and subject to change.

Questions?

Contact:
Hannah Johanson, Admissions Specialist
Call or Text: (509) 313-7047
Email: johansonh@gonzaga.edu
Schedule a Phone Appointment