Description

This 3.5 week experiential programs explores the outstanding landscapes of New Zealand and visits the thriving commercial center of Sydney, Australia. This course offers the chance to visit some extraordinary natural environments, study the sustainable use of local resources, and consider the different cultures that make up modern New Zealand and Australia.

For its size, New Zealand is one of the most geographically diverse countries in the world with temperate rainforests, glaciers, golden sand beaches, deep fiords, alpine herb fields, and rugged coastlines. New Zealand provides a perfect location to study the intersections of business, people, and the environment.

Sydney, Australia is a global city, highly rated for livability. As the capital of New South Wales (NSW), Sydney is ideally positioned as the gateway to Australia and the Asia Pacific. NSW's economy is larger than that of Hong Kong, Malaysia, or Singapore and accounts for about one-third of Australia's gross domestic product. More than 600 multinational companies have chosen Sydney as their regional headquarters, benefiting from the city's well-educated, multi-lingual workforce.

By the end of the program students will:

1. Understand the natural history, biogeography, and related social and cultural contexts of New Zealand and Australia;
2. Understand the primary economic drivers of New Zealand and Australia and learn about real and emerging threats;
3. Understand the intricate relationships between profitability, social accountability and environmental sustainability using businesses in New Zealand as Australia as case studies;
4. Develop a broad understanding what of it takes for a business to be "sustainable", and be able to critique various sustainability initiatives that have been adopted by businesses in New Zealand and Australia;
5. Be able to discuss how business enterprise can be used as a tool for social justice in indigenous populations;
6. Be able to transfer lessons learned in New Zealand and Australia to the U.S.;
7. Be able to articulate the importance of sustainable business practices to the general public;
8. Have developed interpersonal skills through collaboration and communication with peers.

Highlights

New Zealand is one of the most geographically diverse countries in the world with temperate rainforests, glaciers, golden sand beaches, deep fiords, alpine herb fields, and rugged coastlines.

Where else can you witness the longest surviving culture in the world (Aboriginal) then explore one of the most metropolitan cities in the world?

You will spend much of your time (~70%) out in the field, visiting and observing New Zealand first-hand. We believe that students learn from study abroad experiences both in and outside of the classroom.

You have the chance to swim with dolphins, kayak to golden beaches, see a performance in the world famous Sydney Opera House, and visit the Rocks (site of Australia's first penal colony).

You will learn from leading Australia and Kiwi academics and professionals with expertise in subjects related to the sustainable business.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

4,800

Program Fees Include:

Tuition for 6 upper-division credits (with out-of-state students paying the same as in-state students), and a program fee (which covers accommodation at hostels and motels, group activities and excursions, emergency and international health insurance, in-country transportation, and some meals).

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Disciplinary Clearance Form

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

AUIP - American Universities International Programs's Mission Statement

The mission of AUIP is to nurture and foster a global citizenry that respects the diverse cultures and environments of the world in which we live. More specifically, we hope that students who participate in programs with AUIP are better prepared to use this global knowledge in their home community with both short-term and long-term implications. No prior knowledge of the subject areas or environmental issues is assumed, and the courses and programs are suitable for all undergraduate students.

Year Founded

1971