25 Carlson School Graduate students

4 graduate elective credits. Grading is A-F basis.

As the capital of India, many ethnic groups and cultures are represented in Delhi, making it a cosmopolitan city. A seat of political power and a centre of commerce, the city attracts workers from all parts of India, further enhancing its diverse character. Delhi, in northern India is culturally, linguistically, and historically distinctly different from southern India, home to Bangalore.

Bangalore (Bengaluru) evolved into a hub for telecommunications, information technology, and softward, and is commonly referred to as the Silicon Valley of India. Bangalore accounts for 35% of India's software exports, and is home to prestigious colleges and research institutions. With India’s highest per-capita income, Bangalore is India’s fastest growing market.

Pre-departure class sessions prepare students for the overseas academic program by familiarizing them with the background and terminology of the course. There will be readings, assignments, and research during Fall Semester in preparation for the overseas program. In addition, the final assignment will be due during Spring Semester 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 accordingly.  

The overseas program starts with an orientation, city tour and welcome dinner. Students spend the first week in Delhi meeting with Indian governmental leaders and business executives from industries like network management services, high end R&D consulting, and call center services. Students fly to Bangalore to begin the second week of the program.

In Bangalore an introductory city tour is arranged for the students. The program continues to visit with business executives from companies like Infosys, Wipro, Target Services India, and Nokia. This program has a demanding schedule and academic standards are high. (All company site visits are tentative.)  The weekend in between is free for students to sightsee and explore. 

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.

Participants pay $5,100 directly to the University of Minnesota. This program cost 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 materials include the online application form, a resume, and essay. Students will be charged a $50.00 application fee. The application deadline is June 15, 2009.

This program is open to Carlson students in good academic standing, with a GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. The application process is competitive, and space is limited.  Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.

Applications will be reviewed and students will be informed of their status within 4 weeks of the application deadline. Selected students will be charged a $500 non-refundable deposit to confirm a place on the program.

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.

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