Gain international experience both inside and outside of the classroom, giving you an advantage in the global marketplace. In addition to the opportunities below, students may participate in international seminar and research trips.
The international studies emphasis equips you with an appreciation of global management and sensitivity to cross-cultural issues. Students examine trade policies, operations, strategy, international markets, and foreign exchange. The International Studies Emphasis curriculum and supplemental international experiences build a sound foundation for Vanderbilt graduates who want to advance within their fields internationally. Students can also take advantage of Vanderbilt's exchange programs to study outside the United States.
Vanderbilt Business students can choose from several study abroad opportunities for May/summer, some of which can be completed prior to beginning an internship in June. Each program accepts students from multiple business schools in Europe, the United States, Canada, and Australia. All programs are taught in English, and some offer optional intensive language courses. For additional information, contact the Academic and Student Affairs Office.
Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management has established formal exchange programs with business schools in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Latin America. Typically, Vanderbilt students go on exchange during the fall or spring semester of the second year of their program.
Exchange students may attend either fall or spring semesters, though most students arrive in the fall. Please note that orientation is required and our fall orientation occurs earlier than many of our partner schools.
Semesters at Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management are made up of two seven-week periods, called mods. Exchange students are required to have at least 6 total courses and may enroll in up to 8 courses for the semester, depending on their university’s requirements. Each seven-week course meets two times a week for 1.5 hours per class. The methodology of these courses varies according to the content and style of the lecturers, but they include case studies, group work and presentations, all with a high level of participation.
Vanderbilt’s Center for Social Ventures sponsors Project Pyramid, which is a interdisciplinary, student-led program that uses in-classroom and hands-on learning experiences to meaningfully engage with socially conscious organizations across the globe, while establishing market-driven solutions that help fulfill their missions. Projects have included trips to Mexico, Senegal, Honduras, Guatemala City, Wuqu’ Kawoq, and Ghana.