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. 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.

This short-term Study Abroad gives students the chance to expand their world by experiencing Asia, while earning credit toward their BYU degree.  Each Study Abroad is guided by a BYU professor and expert in the field. The professor will provide business and cultural briefings, direct case studies, facilitate discussions, and lead onsite visits to companies. 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: Toyota Motor Co., Tokyo Disneyland, Seiyu (Wal-Mart)
Korea: Samsung, Hyundai
China: GE Healthcare, Cummins Engine, Xi’an International Studies University
Hong Kong: Deloitte, Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Shenzhen (Southern China): Various manufacturing facilities
Vietnam: APM Terminals
Thailand: American Chamber of Commerce, US Embassy
Singapore: DHL
Malaysia: Dell

Asia Culture

In addition to visiting businesses, students will experience important cultural and historic sites of Asia

• Great Wall of China
• Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
• Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between North & South Korea
• Victoria Peak & Hong Kong Harbor
• Chinese acrobat show
• Ankor Wat (Cambodia)
•  Thai Royal Barges & Royal Palace
• Ancient temples of Kyoto, Japan
• Terra Cotta Warriors of Xi’an, China
• Cu Chi Tunnels from the Vietnam War

Academic Program Details

Students will receive 9 credit hours (3 credit hours each) for:

• BusM 430: Introduction to International Business
• BusM 431: International Marketing and
• 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

Dr. Bruce Money is professor of marketing and international business and was awarded the Marriott School’s outstanding teacher award in 2007. He has directed 5 BYU study abroad programs. Dr. Money speaks Japanese, was a former Vice President of Sumitomo-Mitsui Bank, and has been to Asia nearly 50 times over the past 30 years.  He received a PhD in marketing from the University of California, Irvine, a bachelor’s degree in English from BYU, and an MBA from the Harvard Business School.  Dr. Money has conducted over 50 executive education seminars for some of the world’s leading companies, including Bayer, Bosch, CSX, Fuji Film, and Nissan.

Preparation for Study Abroad

• Register and attend a 1-credit weekly preparation class during the second block of Winter Semester 2010. Some class work for the other courses will also be done during this time (during second block, rather than Spring Term).
• Part-time BYU students and non-BYU student will need to pay an additional $220 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?

• Regular BYU tuition scholarships, Pell grants, and Federal Insured Student Loans may be applied to Business Study Abroad Programs.
• 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.
• Private grants and scholarships outside of BYU may assist: kennedy.byu.edu/isp.

Application Process

• Complete the online application at kennedy.byu.edu/isp/online/app.
• Application deadline: 11 December 2009
• Applicants will be contacted for an interview by the director or the GMC.
• Students from all majors on campus may apply; however, preference is given to business majors and minors.
• ISP and the GMC reserve the right to cancel this program, revise its offerings, or make any adjustments to the preliminary cost estimates due to conditions beyond its control.

How Much Does This Study Abroad Cost?

Students need to pay the $25 ISP application fee. After acceptance into the program, students will be expected to the estimated $6,800–$7,200 program fee. BYU requires each student leaving campus to get HTH Worldwide health insurance, however this fee is included in the program fee.  Undergraduate tuition, airfare, group tours, accommodations, visa fees, medical insurance, and approximately one-third of all meals are included in the program fee.

Students will be responsible for the remaining meals, and any other educational and personal expenses incurred during the program.

Choose your adventure.