SBA: Middle East - Global Commerce & Culture
Term: Fall Term
Travel Dates: December 7 – 19, 2013
Credits: 8
Faculty: Shafiqur Rahman & Scott Marshall
This program takes students to three cities in three nations of the Middle East for a combination of classroom instruction, tours, and lectures by local leaders. It is comprises of two SBA course requirements including International Management in the Middle East (MGMT 410/510) and Competitive International Finance (FIN 407/507).
International Management in the Middle East (MGMT 410/510) takes place in Doha, Qatar with daily activities including a mix of class sessions, guest speakers and visits to companies and institutions. During this time, participants will get to explore the ideas of country competitiveness, strategy formulations and organizational issues international firms face during implementation.
Competitive International Finance (FIN 407/507) will take place in Dammam, Saudi Abrabia and Kuwait City, Kuwait and will include a mix of in-class instruction and tours of a variety of financial services. During their time in these two cities, students will explore the role of global capital markets, exchange rate risk, and financials controls as applied to an international firm.
Program participants will return to PSU with hands on experience and relationships with a part of the world for which Portland has unique ties. Beyond PSU’s many alumni in the region, leading green building experts from Portland have been hired to work in Doha. This program offers students an opportunity to see and be a part of these connections both during the program and upon their return to Portland.
Informational Sessions
To learn more attend one of the upcoming informational sessions:
- TBA
Program Focus
Course Information
- MGMT 410/510: International Management in the Middle East – 4 credits
- FIN 407/507: Competitive International Finance – 4 credits
Program Costs
| Tuiton & Program Fee | Additional Estimated Costs | Total Estimated Costs |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | TBA |
Draft Itinerary
| Date | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Pre-departure in May* | Online (D2L) |
| 12/8/2013 | Arrive Doha |
| 12/9 – 12/2013 | Doha |
| 12/13 – 15/2013 | Dammam |
| 12/15 – 19/2013 | Kuwait City |
| 12/19/2013 | Evening return flight |
Note: Prior to departing, students will complete online course requirements including going over all orientation related materials and completing online assignments and readings. Optional pre-departure course meet-ups will be arranged.
Program Duration
Relevant Academic Disciplines
Business, Finance, Globalization, International Studies, Middle East Studies, Sustainability
Program Provider
Pre-Requisites
- GPA 3.0 or above
- Open to SBA graduate and undergraduate students (seniors only), preference given to graduate students.
- Preference will be given to PSU MBA & MSFA students over MIM students
- The order in which applications are completed and received will be taken into consideration if the program is nearing capacity.
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