Eastern Europe Summer Program

Eastern Europe SUMMER PROGRAM 2013

Application Deadline: December 7, 2012

Program Dates

On-campus: May 6-29, 2013
Travel period: May 31-June 20, 2013

Regional OVERVIEW

Russia and Turkey often present an enigmatic face to those outside their borders. As an energy superpower, Russia has access to vast financial resources and yet grapples with the task of building its economic and physical infrastructure as well as developing new democratic processes and traditions. In 2010 and 2011, Turkey’s GDP grew at 9.2 percent and 8.5 percent, respectively, striving to leave behind a past that has seen serious economic challenges. During this program, you will have an opportunity to learn how Russia and Turkey are meeting their future and developing and managing their economies as you interact with business and government leaders.

Possible company visits might include (though subject to change):

General Motors, US Consulate, Wrigley Gum, St. Petersburg Committee for Economic Development, Istanbul Stock Exchange, Caterpillar, Corning

Economic Data (Source: World Bank)

Russia

Parker Brown in South America

Rachel Thorley, Eastern Europe 2012:

"This trip is one of the greatest experiences I could have had in college and came at the perfect time in my life. It has helped me determine what I want to do with the rest of my life, and even how I want to live it!"

 

2008 2009 2010 2011
GDP $1.660 Trillion $1.222 Trillion $1.487 Trillion $1.857 Trillion
GDP Growth 5.2% -7.8% 4.3% 4.3%
Inflation 18% 2% 11.6% 15.9%
Population 141.95 Million 141.91 Million 141.92 Million 141.93 Million

Turkey

2008 2009 2010 2011
GDP $1.660 Trillion $1.222 Trillion $1.487 Trillion $1.857 Trillion
GDP Growth 0.7% -4.8% 9.2% 8.5%
Inflation 12% 5.3% 5.7% 8.6%
Population 70.92 Million 71.8 Million 72.75 Million 73.6 Million

 

Program Details

Program Objectives

  • Students at a Business Visit in Eastern EuropeDevelop global awareness through visits to businesses, government offices, international organizations, and significant cultural sites
  • Learn about specific companies, including a deep-dive into the organizational mission, strategies, business practices, and product lines
  • Gain insight into opportunities in the global marketplace and learn how organizational leaders keep their organizations competitive in a constantly changing environment
  • Challenge students to think more broadly about how they will add value in the organizations where they will work

General Information

Program Requirements

  • Good academic standing
  • Minimum GPA of 2.67
  • Submission of a complete application
  • Interview with summer program leader (to be scheduled once application is submitted)
  • Mandatory enrollment during Spring Semester in BUS 2000: Foundations of International Programs (meets once a week in the evening during semester, specific dates TBA)

Available Courses (pre-requisites must be completed prior to enrollment)

Stacking DollsStudents may choose to take up to 12 credits of the following courses; a minimum of three credits is required for program participation. Students must work directly with their academic advisor for authorization to take any of the courses listed below during the program. Please note that all pre-requisites must be completed by the end of spring semester.

  • ECN 3400: Introduction to Global Economic Institutions and Business Environments (3 cr)
    • Pre-requisites: ECN 1500 (ECN 2010 is waived for this program.)
  • FIN 3400: Corporate Finance (3 cr)
    • Pre-requisites: MATH 1050; ACCT 2010; STAT 2300 (or equivalent STAT course for non-business majors); admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.
  • MGT 3110: Managing Organizations and People (3 cr)
    • Pre-requisites: Admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.
  • MTG 3500: Fundamentals of Marketing (3 cr)
    • Pre-requisites: Admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.
  • MGT 3700: Operations Management (3 cr)
    • Pre-requisites: STAT 2300 or STAT 3000 (or equivalent STAT course for non-business major); admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

Program Cost

Students on a Boat in Eastern EuropeProgram Fee: $3,575

  • Included: tuition and fees for up to 12 credits*, in-country transportation (air, train, bus), hotel with daily breakfast, program visits, excursions, medical/evacuation insurance, tips, portage, taxes, polo shirt, field guide, and study abroad fees
    • *value of $3,763 for 12 credits
  • Not included: roundtrip airfare* (SLC-St. Petersburg and Istanbul-SLC), transportation to/from SLC airport, textbooks, cost of passports and required visas, immunizations, housing and meals during on-campus period in May, lunch and dinner during travel period, and personal expenses such as laundry, internet, souvenirs, etc.
    • *Students will make their own RT airfare. This will allow students to use frequent flier miles if available, possibly access cheaper flights, or make other travel arrangements after the program ends.

Applications

Summer Program Application

Summer Program Application Requirements/Application Link

Scholarship Application

Summer Program Scholarship Application Requirements/Application Link

Travel Schedule

Schedule (Subject to Change):

  • May 31: Depart for St. Petersburg (We will provide you with the roundtrip flight information for the program leaders in case you wish to fly out/back with them. If you do not, we will provide information on how to get to the hotel where you will join the group.)
  • June 1-5: St. Petersburg, on the 5th take midnight train to Moscow
  • June 6-9: Moscow, Obninsk
  • June 10-16: Istanbul
  • June 17: End of program, return to SLC or continue on elsewhere

Lodging

  • Students will share a twin room with the rare exception in some cases share a triple room.
  • Hotels will be either three or four star.

Travel Preparation/Documentations

Visa Requirements

  • U.S. citizens must have a visa to enter Russia (prior to departure) and Turkey (upon arrival at the airport). International student requirements vary and may require travel to Los Angeles or another city to obtain a visa prior to departure. All costs associated with obtaining a visa are the responsibility of the student.
  • The Office of Global Enrichment will assist all students in obtaining required visas. 

Passport

Apply for a U.S. Passport

Helpful Information on Health and Safety

 

Vijay Kannan

PROGRAM LEADER

Dr. Vijay Kannan, Professor of Operations and Executive Director of International Programs

Email: vijay.kannan@usu.edu
Location: Business 412
Office Phone: 435.797.7212

Professor Kannan received his BSc. from the London School of Economics and Political Science, MBA from Indiana University, and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Prior to joining the faculty at Utah State University, Professor Kannan served on the faculty of the College of Business, James Madison University and as an instructor in the Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. He has been a visiting professor at the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, where he was a Fulbright Scholar, National Economics University, Hanoi, Vietnam, and University of Science and Technology, Lille, France. In addition to his teaching experience, he has worked for the Greater London Council (UK), the Office of the Dean of Academic Computing, Indiana University, and as an examiner for the Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence. Professor Kannan teaches undergraduate and graduate classes in operations and supply chain management. He has also developed undergraduate and graduate international study programs that have taken students to several countries in Asia and Eastern Europe. He has published more than thirty articles on topics including supply chain management, cellular manufacturing, and manufacturing strategy in journals including Decision Sciences, the International Journal of Operations and Production Management, the Journal of Supply Chain Management, and the Academy of Management Journal of Learning and Education. Professor Kannan is also the editor of two books on International Business and Strategic Management. He is the recipient of several research awards including the Huntsman School of Business Researcher of the Year and Department of Management Researcher of the Year. Professor Kannan has held several leadership positions with the Decision Sciences Institute, both within its national (DSI) and regional (Western and Southeast DSI) organizations. He has twice served as a Vice President of DSI and is a Past President of Western DSI. He is currently the editor of the Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, an Associate Editor for Decision Sciences Journal, and an Associate Editor for the Institute for Supply Management’s Journal of Supply Chain Management. A seasoned traveler, Professor Kannan has visited 36 countries.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Liz Allred, Program Director for Global Enrichment

Email: liz.allred@usu.edu
Location: Business 309
Office Phone: 435.797.7621