Italy and Greece 2010
- Introduction
- Summary Facts
- Courses
- Travel Arrangements
- Itinerary
- Student Eligibility
- Faculty Leadership
Introduction
The 2010 study abroad program to Italy and Greece will be conducted May 22 – June 21 and will provide about 25 students (20 undergraduate and five graduate) an opportunity to study the evolution of international business, trade and various public policy issues. The classes will focus on the impact a wealthy country, such as Italy, has in the European Union (EU), as opposed to the impact of a relatively poor country, such as Greece.
Do the benefits accruing to the EU brought by poorer members justify the relatively high costs to the richer member states? What are these benefits and costs, and what is the ultimate impact of the European Union on international politics, business and trade? The program will focus on answering these and other questions while participants travel through the host countries.
Summary Facts
- Summer Session I
- Travel Dates: May 22 – June 21, 2010
- Six hours of undergraduate or graduate credit
- Application deadline: Nov. 20, 2009
Courses
ISTD 3381: Evolution of World Trade. Trade has always been a defining factor in world history. The class examines the Age of Exploration and how the hunt for new resources and markets during that period resulted in the establishment of colonies in Africa, the Americas and Asia. Other discussion will include the Industrial Revolution, the rise of capitalism and the effects of imperialism on the global economy, significant countries, cities and ports as well as how commerce altered regional economies and cultures. Instructor: Dr. Sharynn Tomlin.
ISTD 6314: Multinational Management Strategy. An advanced study of global strategies and management practices as compared with those in other countries of the European Union. Special focus will be given to creating a single, seamless organization capable of operating in a dynamic international environment. This course will focus on global strategies and management from the perspectives of people and culture. Instructor: Dr. Sharynn Tomlin.
ISTD 3381: Dilemmas in European Integration. An examination of the economic, political and policy issues confronted by individual national members of the European Union. Particular attention will be given to the dilemmas faced by wealthy member states, such as Italy, versus the poorer member states, such as Greece. Instructor: Dr. Edward Olson.
ISTD 6381: Policy Dilemmas in European Integration. An examination of the economic and social policy issues confronted by individual members of the European Union. While political implications will be discussed, the focus will be on the impact of economic, environmental and social dilemmas faced by wealthy member states versus the poorer member states. Instructor: Dr. Edward Olson.
Travel Arrangements
Students will be extensively briefed regarding travel arrangements prior to departure, and schedules with addresses and telephone numbers will be given to each participant. All travel arrangements will be made by the program directors and approved by the university.
All program participants must have adequate health and accident insurance coverage in case of emergencies or other needed medical care. Students will be required to obtain International Student Identification Cards that will provide medical, death and discount benefits. Participants must provide the directors with a copy of the policy number and company name of their insurance policy.
Itinerary
The program schedule will be available as soon as details are formalized. The schedule is subject to revision as additional details are made regarding travel schedules, excursions and special arrangements for meetings with business and government leaders.
Student Eligibility
Undergraduate Students:
- Must be a full-time ASU student for two consecutive semesters at time of application
- Must have completed 30 hours of course work at time of application
- Must have cumulative GPA of 2.75
Graduate Students:
- Current students must have GPA of 3.0
- Newly accepted student must have undergraduate GPA of 2.75
- Transfer students must have GPA of 3.0
Faculty Leadership
The program will be co-directed by Dr. Edward Olson, head of the Department of Government, and Dr. Sharynn Tomlin, professor of international business and director of the Center for International Studies.
Both co-directors have been actively involved in international education programs. Olson directed and Dr. Tomlin acted as instructor and assistant director for a 1993 international education program in Germany. Additionally, Tomlin and Dr. Olson co-directed a program to Sheffield, England, in 1996 and the past nine programs to Edinburgh, Scotland. Both serve as members of the International Education Committee.
