Domestic Field Experience in Business

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Offered in conjunction with a domestic field experience through the Office of Education Abroad, this course consists of three parts; 1. Background research and discussion on selected companies and institutions in one or more U.S. financial center(s) (e.g. New York City) to be visited. This will address the economic, political, global, historical, social, ethical and cultural environment in which they function. 2. A visit, typically of seven days or longer, to the destination(s) to explore the culture and visit companies, institutions, and cultural icons. 3. A final written project and discussion of the experience. The course involves research, written and oral reporting, and presentations. Group interaction based upon trust, respect, and integrity are required. Prerequisite: acceptance into the related field experience program; and undergraduate business majors must be admitted to degree program.