Business & Culture in Florianopolis, Brazil Summer I 2015 ation Abroad — c u d Unive E rsity of Nor th Carolina Wilmington Program Overview Four weeks of study and cultural activities in gorgeous FLORIANOPOLIS, Brazil, one of South America’s top tourist destinations. While learning about management principles, a critical knowledge for students of all majors, you will be exposed to the fascinating language and culture of Brazil, the world’s 6th largest economy and one of the political and economic leaders of the developing world. Academics Students will take two classes, Monday-Thursday mornings, for six credit hours total. These courses will be transferred back to UNCW (or your school) as appropriate credit for different majors and minors. There are no prerequisites for either course. MGT350: PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT (3 credits) This business class is an excellent introductory course for students of all majors who have an interest in understanding the basic aspects of the responsibilities that managers have when planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the way work is performed in today’s organizations. It will be taught in English by UNCW professor Dr. Douglas Miller. The course satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Living in Our Diverse Nation, and partially satisfies University Studies II: Approaches and Perspectives/Understanding Human Institutions and Behaviors. PRT294: BRAZILIAN CULTURE AND PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE (3 credits) This course will offer students an introduction to the language of Brazil and to the country’s culture, history and geography. It will be taught in English and Portuguese by experienced professors of our host school, Unisul, one of Brazil’s largest universities and a leader in distance education. The language level can be tailored to those with previous experience. Program Activities and Features In addition to the academic activities, students will have weekly cultural visits to the numerous world-class attractions of Florianopolis and its neighboring cities, and also to businesses in the area. The region is particularly famous for its beaches. Students will stay in a quality hotel (double occupancy), close to Unisul’s downtown campus, where classes will be held. Program Facts Location: Florianopolis, Brazil Tentative Program Dates: May 17-June 12, 2015 Program Leader: Dr. Carlos Rodriguez and Dr. Douglas Miller Department of Management Phone: 910-962-7196 and 910-962-2153 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Application Deadline: March 20, 2015 • • To apply log in at: http://appserv02.uncw. edu/IntProgApp/ and select your program of choice. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at time of application Eligibility Students are eligible to apply for this program if they meet the following criteria: • Degree-seeking student • At least Sophomore standing at time of participation • Good judicial standing • 2.5 GPA at time of application • Permission from Program Director Learn more at www.uncw.edu/international Open up yo ur w orld - Go Abroad! Cost Estimated Program Fee: $2,900* Program Fee Includes: • • • Location Florianopolis, the capital of the state of Santa Catarina, is the country’s most beloved city after Rio de Janeiro. In August 2013, it was voted the world’s friendliest city by Conde Nast Traveler readers in a poll by the travel magazine. Its privileged location encompasses a coastal island and a small peninsula on the continent, and includes more than one hundred beaches, as well as mountains, areas of tropical rain forest environmental preservation, sand dunes and two large lagoons. It has some of the most consistent surf spots in Brazil. Florianopolis is a highly developed city and has the second highest HDI – Human Development Index of Brazil. The buildings, shopping malls, restaurants and large spaces of its coastal avenues are characteristics of the world’s large metropolitan areas. The region has nevertheless found ways to preserve habits, traditions, the architecture, and some aspects of the way of life of 19th-century colonial times, including in the city’s historical downtown. • • • • Lodging (hotel double occupancy) One meal/ per day (breakfast) Numerous cultural activities (including entrance fees and transport) Airport pick-up and drop-off Excursions (including transport) Study abroad health insurance 3 credits of tuition for PRT 294 course taught by Unisul Additional Costs: (not included in program fee) • • • • Round trip flight (variable cost) Additional meals ($15 - $20 per day) UNCW Tuition for 3 credits Tourist Visa $160 *Rates are based on tariffs, costs, and currency exchange levels in effect at publication and are subject to change. Financial Aid & Scholarships Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward this program. Even if you are normally ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible for additional funding. UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW Summer Education Abroad Grant and additional study abroad scholarships. Grant applications and additional information are available a www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html. O ff f Int ice o ernatio n a l P r o g r a m s • 11 8 F r i d a y A n n e x • UNC W ilming ton • 601 S o uth C o ll e g e Ro ad • Wilm ing ton, N C 284 03-59 6 5 • 910.962.3685 • studyabroad@unc w.edu
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