Culture and Business in South India

3 Credits

An opportunity to explore the impact of culture on business development and management practices in India

 

Description of the program:

The 3 credits for this Isenberg School of Management course will be awarded in the spring 2010. The course combines readings and lectures with a two-week journey to Southern India to study business and culture in the world's largest democracy and the only predominant Hindu culture on earth. While in India, students will meet with Indian college students, business leaders, tour business facilities and cultural sites, attend lectures, and immerse themselves in the culture of South India.
Duration of the course work: The classroom component of the course consists of weekly seminars that start around the beginning of November 1 and continue through Dec 15 before the trip. Following the trip we will hold between 4-6 lectures between Feb 1 and March 15. 

 

Duration of the overseas trip:

The group will depart from Boston/New York early January and return to Boston/New York on approximately 10-14 days later (dates to be confirmed later).

 

Location and accommodation:

The group will fly from Boston to Chennai, and then make its way to Madurai, Tirchui and back to Chennai. There will be excursions to Mamallapuram and other smaller cities/cultural sites. We are currently in the process of making travel and lodging arrangements for the trip.

 

Supervising faculty:

The group will be accompanied by Professor Easwar Iyer (Marketing), Professor Todd Crosset (Sport Management).

 

Course credit:

This is a 3-credit School of Management elective.

 

Cost:

The program fee will be in the range of $2500 per student, and it will cover all course registration and credit fees, all lodging (some meals), and all ground transportation while in India. All other expenses* -air travel, travel insurance, visa, some meals, vaccinations and personal spending - are the responsibility of the student. A group fare will be available and it is expected that the participants will travel as part of the group.

 

Registration:

Submit your completed application to the Isenberg School Undergraduate Office by Monday, May 15. The application will be reviewed by Wednesday, May 18.

 

Culture and Business in South India application

 

Information meeting for interested participants:

Wednesday April 29, ISOM 210

*estimated air fare is $1500 or less.  All US citizens will need a visa that can be gotten from the consulate Genderal of India, # East 66th St., New York NY 10065.  212-774-0600