Returning international students usually find that both they and their home countries have changed during education abroad. Corporations, consulting firms, academic institutions and government agencies seek applicants possessing practical management training and effective communication and human relation skills.
Cultural sensitivity is as important as technical expertise in many international operations.
Analysis and discussion of realistic case studies provide opportunities to practice decision making and communication skills in an intercultural group. Management field trips include visits to local public and private organizations, such as city government, health facilities and local businesses. Participants have the option of registering for 3 Hours Credit with the university after completing the International Management Workshop. Registration for credit requires completion of a major research paper on a topic of the student's interest related to international management. Students wishing course credit should register in the usual manner during the appropriate registration period.