University of Wisconsin - Stout

A Summer Abroad Experience in Tampere, Finland

Estimated Cost: $3,023
Tentative Dates: May 19 - June 1, 2009
Deadline: February 15
Number of Positions: 15
Updated: January 22, 2009

 

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Program Description

Students who wish to take Organizational Leadership (INMGT 400/600) or Global Study Tour (INMGT 462/662) now have an opportunity to gain international experience studying in Finland with Professor Donna Stewart for 2 weeks at the end of May 2009.

The Organizational Leadership course (INMGT 400/600)  is required for University of Wisconsin-Stout students majoring in Business Administration, Management, Engineering Technology, Packaging, Construction, Information and Communication Technologies, and others. The course will provide an overview of leadership theory,  self assessment of students' leadership ability and the development of leadership development plan for the future. Additionally, concepts of organizational and individual behavior will serve as a foundation for the development of such leadership skills as communication, motivation, initiating change, team building, delegation, building credibility, and conflict management. 

For those students taking Global Study Tour (INMGT 462/662) the goal will be to visit global sites to understand the current state of product design, manufacturing, and distribution internationally.  Students will learn how to develop supplier, manufacturing, and distribution systems in a global setting.  These goals will be met through independent readings, participation in several site visits, and completion of a paper on a topic of student’s choice. 

Benefits of Studying in Finland

Students will visit several Finnish businesses and local attractions with an optional trip to Helsinki.  There will be much flexibility in the schedule to visit attractions students are interested in, with students working in groups to plan excursions in the Tampere region.  The class will be visiting Finnish companies to get their perspective on Organizational Leadership. 

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Class will take place at Tampere Polytechnic University (TAMK) in the City of Tampere, Finland. Tampere is the third largest city in Finland with over 200,000 inhabitants in Tampere, and almost 300,000 inhabitants in Tampere Suburbs. Tampere’s city center is on an isthmus between lakes Pyhäjärvi and Näsijärvi surrounded by lake and ridge scenery. The Tammerkoski River runs through the city.

Courses

Upon successful completion, students will receive three credits for this program. Students will enroll in course number INMGT-400/600-0S1 (Organizational Leadership) or 462/662-OS1(Global Study Tour).

Estimated Costs

Students will pay a program fee to UW-Stout to cover the cost of tuition and fees, health insurance, international student ID card, housing, meals, flight, program tours, and ground transportation. Passport fees, additional meals, and personal expenses are paid directly by the students. Eligible students can use their financial aid to help pay these expenses. Need based scholarships are available to eligible Wisconsin residents. If using financial aid for this experience, make sure to contact your financial aid counselor at the start of the fall semester if additional funding is needed.

Estimated Program Cost:$3,023

Estimated Personal Expenses:$750

Total Estimated Costs:$3,773

Eligibility

This program is open to undergraduate or graduate students in Business Administration, Management, Engineering Technology, Packaging, Construction, Information and Communication Technologies, or any other major requiring Organizational Leadership or Global Study Tour. Applicants must be at least a sophomore, have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, and be in good academic standing at time of participation. Students must also go through a background check and be cleared by the Dean of Students.

Housing and Meals

Students will be staying in dormitories in Tampere near Tampere Polytechnic University (TAMK). Students will share a kitchen, living area and bathroom with a few other students and have their own bedroom. Meals will be paid for separately by the students. They are welcomed and encouraged to use the TAMK cafeteria available to them to cut down on personal costs.

Passport/Visa

All students must have a valid U.S. passport for entrance into Finland. The current passport fee is $100. Students should apply for their passport by no later than February 15th to ensure summer participation. If students already have a passport, they must check the dates of validity. It must be valid for six months beyond the return date to the US.

Application Procedures

Please make an appointment with the Office of International Education (OIE), 400 Bowman Hall, to review and receive the application materials. Completed forms are returned to OIE. A $100 non-refundable application fee is paid to the Student Business Services Office located in the Administration Building at time of application. Once accepted by UW-Stout, a $200 non refundable service fee will be required to hold a place in the program.

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