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Global Short Courses for Business students

21 September 2023

You can study short courses at one of the UC Business School's partner institutions around the world. This can deepen your business understanding of different business cultures, expand your networks, develop your communication skills, and boost your CV.

HOW TO APPLY
Think Global Information Session

Learn more about the global opportunities that we offer this year from semester exchange, global short courses, study tours, and overseas internships!

Date and Time: Tuesday 4 March 2025, 12pm - 1pm

Location: John Britten 102, Conference Foyer


Opportunities in June/July 2025

Applications open until 16 March (some programmes with early deadlines)

Audencia Summer Term (Nantes, France)

Any two weeks from 23 June - 11 July 2025

Broaden your business knowledge by spending two weeks at Audencia Business School. Choose from a selection of courses covering a range of interesting topics while meeting new people and experiencing life in France.

Catolica Lisbon Summer Academy (Lisbon, Portugal)

Applications close soon on 23 February.

7 July - 18 July 2025

Study for two weeks in one of the top Business Schools in Europe and enjoy your summer in Lisbon. Enhance your cross-cultural awareness and capacity to adapt to different environments and contexts.

Fudan University Global Summer Programme (Shanghai, China)

1 July - 24 July 2025

Experience studying at a top Chinese institution while exploring the vibrant city of Shanghai. Gain valuable insights into Global Business Strategy and industry trends.

PSB Summer School (Paris, France)

23 June - 4 July 2025

Experience a dynamic Winter School at Paris School of Business, featuring exciting courses in Luxury Brand Management and AI for Business. Immerse yourself and expand your horizons in the beauty of Paris.

SLU Cross-border E-commerce Summer School (Shanghai, China)

28 June - 26 July 2025

Dive into the latest developments in China's cross-border e-commerce for a four-week Summer School at Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance. This programme is non-credit bearing.

SMU Global Summer Programme (Singapore)

23 June - 18 July 2025

Spend four weeks learning from leading academics at Singapore Management University, with a specific focus on Digital Intelligence, Asian Insights, or Sustainable Futures.

UGM Global Summer Week (Yogyakarta, Indonesia)

July 2025 (Specific dates TBA)

Experience an immersive Summer School atUniversitas Gadjah Mada, one of the leading universities in Indonesia, featuring Sustainable Futures: Igniting Change through Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation., with on-campus lectures, field observation, and cultural activities.

Yonsei International Summer School (Seoul, Korea)

Applications close soon on 6 March.

30 June - 23 July 2025

Experience 4 weeks summer in Seoul with Yonsei University, South Korea’s top institution. Dive into an enriching programme, explore the vibrant city, and broaden your academic and professional horizons.

Opportunities in Nov 2025 - Jan 2026

Applications will be open in 2025 S2

University:

Location: Nantes, France

Credits: 15-points of 200-level unspecified Commerce towards your BCom degree at UC

Eligibility:120 points completed towards the BCom at UC (with a GPA of at least 4.0/B- average)

Duration: 2 weeks in January 2026 (UC's summer break)

Cost:

  • Tuition fee: standard UC fee for a 15-point 200-level undergraduate Business course
  • Audencia administrative fee: €100 (based on 2025 fee)
  • Flights estimation: between $3,000 and $4,500
  • Accommodation estimation: $400 - $800 per week in Audencia, $800 - $1,000 per week in Brussels (if choose the last week’s study trip)
  • Other expenses, e.g. local transportation, meals, etc.

These estimates only based on the costs of students who have participated in previous programmes.

University:

Location: Paris, France

Duration: 2 weeks in January 2026 (UC's summer break)

Credits: 15-points of 200-level unspecified Commerce towards your BCom degree at UC

Eligibility:120 points completed towards the BCom at UC (with a GPA of at least 4.0/B- average)

Cost:

  • Paris School of Business Summer School Programme fee (based on 2025 fee):€2,650 (approx. NZD$4,880) including course fee, individual accommodation in a residence, breakfast and lunch on weekdays, all activities and cultural visits, farewell party, and a 2-week Paris transportation pass.
  • Flights estimation: between $3,000 and $4,500
  • Other expenses, e.g. meals on weekends, etc.

These estimates only based on the costs of students who have participated in previous programmes.

University:

Location: South Korea

Credits: 15-points of 200-level unspecified Commerce towards your BCom degree at UC

Eligibility:120 points completed towards the BCom at UC (with a GPA of at least 4.0/B- average)

Duration: 4 weeks in Dec 2025 - Jan 2026 (UC's summer break)

Cost:

  • Yonsei Winter Abroad fee (based on 2025 fee):₩1,500,000 (approx. NZ$1,850)
  • Flights estimation: between $2,500 - $3,500
  • Accommodation estimation:₩506,000 -₩575,000 (approx. NZ$625 - NZ$710)
  • Other expenses, e.g. local transportation, meals, visa, etc.

These estimates only based on the costs of students who have participated in previous programmes.

University:

Location: Shanghai, China

Credits: 15-points of 200-level unspecified Commerce towards your BCom degree at UC

Eligibility:120 points completed towards the BCom at UC (with a GPA of at least 4.0/B- average)

Duration: 2-3 weeks in January 2026 (UC's summer break)

Cost:

  • Fudan University Global Winter Programme fee (based on 2025 fee): 14,250 RMB (approx. NZ $3,300)
  • Flights estimation: between $2,000 and $3,000
  • Accommodation estimation: $1,200 - $1,500
  • Other expenses, e.g. local transportation, meals, student visa, etc.

These estimates only based on the costs of students who have participated in previous programmes.

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