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Oslo, Norway, Stockholm, Sweden & Copenhagen, Denmark
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May 30 - June 11, 2010. Pre-departure classes 4-8 PM on Thurs. 3/25, Sat. 3/27, Thurs. 4/1, and Thurs. 4.29. Attendance is mandatory.
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| Objective: |
This program explores the concepts of corporate responsibility and business ethics by providing students with a comparative U.S. – Scandinavian perspective. To demonstrate the importance of these concepts in the context of international business, this course will explore the successful Scandinavian approach. Students meet with leaders of multinational firms, governmental agencies, and non-governmental organizations in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to develop an understanding of the effect of globalization on ethics, culture, and business.
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Audience »
25 Carlson School Graduate students Academic Credit »
4 graduate credits. Grading is A-F basis. 2 credits substitute for Carlson’s MBA 6315 and 2 credits are graduate elective credit. If you have already taken MBA 6315 you are NOT eligible to participate in this program.
Location »
As the capital of Denmark, and the most populous city in Scandinavia, Copenhagen is uniquely situated as home to global leaders in pharmaceuticals, productions, and information technology and communication. Businesses here have a long tradition of business ethics and cooperation that crosses the public and private sectors.
Stockholm, host to more multinational companies per capita than any other nation in the world, is a leader in advanced technology, innovation, international trade, and commerce. Sweden’s capital city is a business center of this export orientated market economy.
Norway's main industries include petroleum, hydropwer, and advanced information technology innovations. Oslo holds the top international ranking in the human development index and provides a unique base to study corporate social responsibility and business ethics.
Schedule »
Pre-departure class sessions are MANDATORY. Please note the intensity of these pre-departure classes where 3 of these 4 classes will be conducted within a 1 week period. It is your responsibility to be present for ALL classes. Your fellow students depend upon your preparation and participation during these pre-departure classes and the trip abroad, and thus a major grading component for this course is participation. Reading materials (and some reading assignments) will be made available during the spring semester in advance of the first class where students will be expected to come to the first class prepared. In addition, the final coursework will be done during Summer Term after the program has ended. The coursework is not confined to the two-week overseas program. The academic load is strenuous and we encourage students to plan their schedule accordingly.
The overseas program starts in Oslo with an orientation, city tour, and welcome dinner. Students will meet with executives from organizations like the Nobel Peace Institute, Statoil, and Telenor. Students will then travel to Stockholm for visits with companies like IKEA, H&M, and Ericsson. In Copenhagen students will meet with leaders at organizations such as Copenhagen Centre, Novo Nordisk, and Lego. There will be a city tour in each location. This program has a demanding schedule and academic standards are high. (Specific companies listed are tentative.)
Housing and Food »
Students will share a room with one or two classmates of their same gender. Because networking and community-building are key parts of the program, students will not have the option of a single room. Guests are not permitted during the program. Students are housed at a centrally located hotels in each city. Breakfast daily, a welcome dinner, and a closing dinner are provided. Transportation between cities will be on trains.
.  Costs & Financial Aid »
Participants pay $5,100 directly to the University of Minnesota. This fee covers tuition for 4 credits, international health insurance, course materials, housing, transportation to all site visits, and transportation between cities, site visits and group excursions. Airfare, personal travel and expenses are not covered by the course fee. Fees are based on estimates and may change due to international economic factors. Financial Aid can be applied to study abroad programs. Application & Admission »
Application materials include the online application form, a resume, and essay. Students will be charged a $50.00 application fee. The application deadline is December 1, 2009.
This program is open to Carlson students in good academic standing, with a GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. Applicants cannot have already completed MBA 6315. The application process is competitive, and space is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.
Once students submit an application, they will be informed of their status within 4 weeks of submission. Once selected, you will be asked to pay a $500 non-refundable deposit in order to confirm your place in the program. Access Abroad »
Students with disabilities (psychiatric, attentional, learning, physical, or sensory) are encouraged to contact Disability Services for a confidential discussion regarding reasonable accommodations abroad. For more information on study abroad for students with disabilities, please visit www.umabroad.umn.edu/access. Contact Information »
Send an email to International Programs csomip@umn.edu
Send an email to an Ethics Seminar past participant:
All details subject to change based on economic and international factors.
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