BSAD 3750: Chinese Business Practices and Cultures
March 7-22, 2014 (Spring Break)
Pre-orientation
Prior to departing for China, participants will attend a
mandatory orientation session on China. The
orientation sessions include, but are not limited to: the
Chinese economy and business environment; business,
family, and social protocol; dress; host families; food
and entertainment; instruction on using public
transportation; importance of business dress,
appointment keeping, and promptness; and other
topics as deemed necessary for a successful
international experience.
In China and Hong Kong
Participants will visit businesses and cultural sites in
China, beginning their journey in Beijing, then traveling
to Shanghai, Xian, Guangzhou, and concluding in Hong
Kong. Presentations will be provided by local
businesses, government officers, University Professors
and will include topics such as organization, products,
human resources, education, training, compensation,
market strategy, international marketing and other
relevant topics.
A question and answer session for the participants will
follow company presentations. University of
International Business and Economics in Shanghai will
serve as a host university for participants while in
Shanghai. The visit to the university will include a tour
of the facilities and visits to classes. Basic Chinese
language training will be a part of participants’ daily
activities.
Participants will visit the American Embassy in Beijing
for a presentation by U.S. State Department officials on
the Chinese economy. The presentation will include
explanations on functions of the American Embassy in
China. Participants will also visit the Wisconsin
Office in Shanghai, featuring a presentation given by
the trade office director.
This presentation will include information on how
Chinese economy and commerce relates directly with
doing business in Wisconsin.
Post-orientation
Upon return from China, participants will attend a postorientation to discuss experiences and outcomes of the
trip.
Credits and Evaluation
BSAD 3750 is a 3 credit hour
course. Students who
participate in the China Short
Study Course Tour will be
evaluated on the basis of attendance at the orientation
sessions, lecture presentations, and participation in
group discussions. In addition, students will be required
to write a research paper (about 10 pages) on a
selected topic of interest. Students will also be
expected to participate in all the organized site tours. A
letter grade of A, B, C, D, or F will be assigned upon
completion of the research report.
Eligibility
The China International Short Study Tour is open to all
full-time UW-P students in good standing. There is no
prerequisite for BSAD 3750. This course satisfies the
International Education requirement. Tuition
differentials for non-resident and TSI students apply.
Costs
Estimated Total Cost for China Tour………$4,520
Pacce funding
- $600
Estimated Final Total
$3920
Includes all of the following: Airfare, lodging, mealsbreakfast, local transportation, entrance fees, taxes,
UW-System tour health insurance. Financial
assistance might be available for qualified participants,
based on need and first come, first serve basis.
Application Deadline: October 31, 2013
Program Details
The program includes airfare, lectures, hotel
accommodations, breakfast, in-country transportation,
guides, taxes and fees, and mandated UW-System
health insurance
For additional information contact:
Louis Nzegwu, Executive Director, IBRC
ibrc@uwplatt.edu or 342-1597 or Krista
Uhrig, Education Abroad Office, 608-3426151
708 Pioneer Tower | 1 University Plaza | Platteville WI 53818 608|342|1597
International Short Study Tour to China
Total Estimated Costs to Students
Total Estimated cost of the China Tour
(Includes airfare, lodging, breakfast meals local transportation,
entrance fees, and miscellaneous expenses)
PACCE Funding (Available to all participants)
$4520
- $600
UW-P IBRC Application Fee
$50
UW-P Tuition (3 credits)
$0
Suggested Personal Funds
(noon & evening meals, gratuities, spending money)
$450
Total Estimated Cost
Based on minimum of 12 participants
$3970
Payment Schedule
** First Installment
Due November 15, 2013
$1275
Second Installment
Due December 15, 2013
$1275
Third Installment
Due February 1, 2014
$2000
** The First Installment is to cover the cost of airfare. The full amount is necessary to reserve a seat. The
second and third installments may be paid at different times and in different amounts (depending on
availability of funds) as long as the final amount is paid no later than February 15, 2014.
Accommodations are in 3-5 star hotels. A single room supplement is available at an additional cost of
$800.00
How to Apply
Education Abroad website: http://www3.uwplatt.edu/education-abroad
This 3 credit course satisfies the international education Gen. Ed.
For further information regarding Application or Financial Assistance, please contact:
Krista Uhrig, Program Coordinator
Education Abroad Office
102 Royce Hall
Phone: 608-342-6151
Email: uhrigk@uwplatt.edu
Or
Louis I. Nzegwu
Executive Director, International Business Resource Center
708 Pioneer Tower
Phone: (608) 342-1597
Fax: 342-1529
Email: Nzegwu@uwplatt.edu
708 Pioneer Tower | 1 University Plaza | Platteville WI 53818 608|342|1597