International Education Abroad in Finance

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Offered in conjunction with an international Education Abroad program, this course consists of three parts; 1. Background research and discussion on selected companies and institutions in one or more international locations to be visited. This will focus primarily on financial aspects of companies and institutions, but will also 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 international 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: B- or better in FIN 380 ; acceptance into the related Education Abroad program; and undergraduate business majors must be admitted to degree program.