INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SEMINARS
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
About Summer Japan & South Korea
The Summer Japan & South Korea Seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside of the traditional classroom. While traveling abroad, students will learn about Japanese culture, history, customs, politics, and international business practices. Most importantly, students will observe how these business practices are different from the United States.
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Dates
6/21/2024 - 7/4/2024
Location
Tokyo and Seoul​
Program Cost- Ground Only
$4,680
Application Deadline
April 15
Sample Seminar Itinerary
June 22
Depart USA
June 23
Arrive in Tokyo
Welcome Dinner and Program Orientation
June 24
Business Visit: U.S. Embassy - Commercial Services Economic Briefing
Business Visit: Amazon Japan - e-Commerce and Cloud Computing
June 25
Tokyo Half-Day Tour - Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Shibuya & Asakusa
Transfer by ferry to Odaiba
June 26
Business Visit: enWorld Japan - HR Management
Cultural Activity: Kirin Beer Factory Tour
June 27
Business Visit: Nissan Factory Tour -Automobile manufacturing
Business Visit: Yamato Transport Chronogate - Logistics and Operations
June 28
Free Day for Cultural Exploration in Tokyo
June 29
Flight to Seoul
Evening tour of Seoul public transportation
June 30
Seoul Half Day Tour - Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, The Blue House, Cheongwadae Sarangchae
July 1
Cultural Activity: US Embassy Visit
Cultural Activity: Seoul Fish Market and Gwangiang Market
July 2
Business Visit: Samsung Electronics
Business Visit: Hyundai Motors
July 3
Free Time for Cultural Exploration
Farewell Dinner
July 4
Return to USA
Destinations
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Stay in Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea.
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Experience cultural activities, free time to explore, and a variety of outdoor excursions.
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Participate in city tours to see the most well-known attractions, including the Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Gyeongbokgung Temple, and more.
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Business Experience
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Learn from business executives at global companies such as the US Embassy Tokyo, Amazon, Nintendo, Kawasaki, and more.
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View international business practices in a variety of industries, including finance, marketing, economics, and more.
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Experience an opportunity to network with global executives, like-minded students, and university professors.
Accommodations
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Stay in 4-star hotels with front-lobby security.
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Enjoy pre-departure advising as well as faculty support to ensure you are prepared before and throughout the seminar.
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IBS organizes all your travel details to allow you to focus on learning from business leaders, building relationships, and enjoying your free time.
What's Included
During the program
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International company seminars
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Networking opportunities
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Experienced and dedicated US faculty leaders to provide guidance, insight, and direction
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4-star hotel accommodations; shared room with private facilities (single room options may be available at supplemental cost)
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Sightseeing and unique activities
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Transportation from location to location
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Travel and medical/accident insurance
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Daily breakfast buffet
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24-hour emergency support
Predeparture
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International airfare, arrangements, and airport pickup (optional)
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Personal advisor to help you with questions, concerns, processes
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Easy online access to academic reading materials, travel tips, and program itinerary
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Luggage tags and an allowance for a checked luggage item
After returning home
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Access to our Alumni & Professional Network​
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Receive an Alumni Scholarship for a future IBS program
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Gain valuable business experience for your resume and career