What is the Asia Business Study Abroad?
Discover the cultures of some of the oldest civilizations on earth while studying the dynamic business practices in one of the world’s most intriguing regions. Asia contains a diverse group of business and cultural phenomena. Students will visit businesses ranging from large multinational corporations to small entrepreneurial ventures in Japan, China, Taiwan, Cambodia, and Hong Kong. We will learn from on–the–ground international business professionals and government officials as they discuss topics including branding, supply chain, human resources, finance, trade policy and general business strategy.
Excursions to important locations of cultural and historical significance support academic content and provide personal insight into the diverse cultures and peoples of Asia. Students will gain an understanding of cross-national business strategy. They will also broaden their perspective and global awareness, building a marketable base of experience. This program is designed for undergraduate business majors and minors with an interest in one of the most fascinating global markets in the world —ASIA!
Asia Business
Students will visit leading companies throughout Asia. Possible company visits include:
Japan: Daifuku Corporation, Mazda Motor Co., Tokyo Sea Life Park, Seiyu (Wal-Mart), Oak Lawn Marketing Inc.
China: Catepillar, GE Healthcare, Nike, McKinsey
Shenzhen (Southern China): Playco Toy Company, Wal-Mart Global Sourcing
Taiwan: Applied materials, MXIC, Vangaurd Co.
Cambodia: Local Government Offices, US Embassy, companies in the tourism and agriculture industries
Hong Kong: Marriott International, Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Asia Culture
In addition to visiting businesses, students will experience important cultural and historic sites of Asia
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Japan: Ancient temples of Kyoto, Hiroshima Peace Park
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China: Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square
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Taiwan: Chian Kai-Shek Memorial, National Treasures
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Cambodia: Angkor Wat (Seven Wonders of the World)
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Hong Kong: Victoria Peak and Hong Kong Harbor
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We also plan to visit either the Tokyo, Taipei, or Hong Kong LDS Temple
Academic Program Details
Students will receive 6 credit hours (3 credit hours each) for:
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BusM 430: Introduction to International Business
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BusM 490R: Special Topics in International Business
This program will fulfill course and foreign experience requirements for the Global Management Certificate offered by the Marriott School.
Program Director
J. Troy Carpenter is a research associate and computing specialist in the Finance Department of the Marriott School. He was the director of the 2011 Asia Business Study Abroad Program. During his professional career in the semi-conductor industry he spent several years conducting business in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. He lived in Nagoya, Japan with his family and has a passion for the Japanese culture and cuisine. Mr. Carpenter received his MBA from Brigham Young University.
Preparation for Study Abroad
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All students who are accepted into the program are expected to register for a one-credit pre-departure preparation class held Wednesday evenings from 4-6 p.m. during second block of Winter semester 2012
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Part-time BYU students and non-BYU student will need to pay an additional $250 tuition fee for enrolling in the required pre-departure class.
Where do Students Stay?
Students will stay in hotels or hostels. All housing and travel will be arranged by BYU international Study Programs.
What Funding Sources are Available?
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Regular BYU tuition scholarships, Pell grants, and Federal Insured Student Loans may be applied to Business Study Abroad Programs.
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Students who submit the financial aid section of the International Study Programs (ISP) application and who have a current FAFSA form on file at the Financial Aid Office will be considered for a study abroad scholarship awarded through the Kennedy Center.
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Private grants and scholarships outside of BYU may assist: kennedy.byu.edu/isp.
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