Description

A few spots still available for Summer 2012. Apply today!

Earn up to 6 credits in the summer while studying in one of the most amazing cities in the world: Barcelona! Acquire a solid understanding of the culture and politics of Spain and the European Union, as well as the changing economic and social environment.

Highlights

Forum-Nexus Study Abroad programs are unique in that they give participating students the opportunity to study in some of the best Universities in Europe and participate in outstanding visits to leading European companies and international organizations.

Forum-Nexus has 22 years of experience specializing in intensive summer programs, taught in English, for undergraduate and graduate students. The programs are held in some of the most attractive and dynamic cities in the world. Students will greatly improve their global awareness, cultural intelligence, and International-IQ as they learn from their professors, their surroundings, and the companies and organizations they visit.

Setting Description:

Barcelona is an incredible city, with its gorgeous coastline, mountains, museums, and restaurants. In addition to its architectural and natural beauty, Barcelona is a powerful center of industry and commerce with the largest port on the Mediterranean. Students will visit leading Spanish and multinational companies and will take classes at the campus of the AACSB-accredited IQS School of Management, part of the prestigious Ramon Llull University. During the weekends, there will be optional trips to Prague, Berlin, Budapest, Paris, Ibiza, Madrid, Seville and San Sebastian. On the last day of the program, there will be a festive farewell dinner and diploma ceremony featuring traditional food and music.

By participating in Nexus Barcelona you will be able to:

* Enjoy the summer of 2012 experiencing life in cosmopolitan Barcelona!
* Visit leading European companies and interact with their
executives
* Take classes with top European professors
* Earn credits transferable to your college or university
* Increase your level of cultural sensitivity and international IQ
* Expand your world view
* Enhance your resume
* Break out of your academic routine
* Build your network of friends from around the world
* Develop leadership skills

Additional information:
* All classes and other activities are conducted in English
* A wide variety of courses is available for business and non-business majors
* The program is open to students from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Egypt, India and anywhere else in the world
* Typically about 60% of the students come from the U.S. and 40% from other countries
* Classes are offered at the undergraduate and graduate level
* Students receive a transcript in English issued by the European university
* Accommodation in excellent dormitories with air-conditioning and private bathroom
* 100% of past Forum-Nexus students surveyed at the end of their program stated that they will definitely recommend Forum-Nexus to a friend as a unique life-changing experience!

Travel Types

• Tours
• Student Tours

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Forum-Nexus offers a variety of alternatives regarding the dates and duration of the program, so that students can make the optimal choice based on their preferences and schedules. Please dowload our brochure or visit our website for cost details.

Program Fees Include:

* Tuition for either one, two, three or four courses (3, 6, 9 or 12 credits); transcripts issued by the IQS School of Management
* Accommodations in dormitories with privates bathrooms and air-conditioning(double occupancy, centrally located)
* Daily breakfast
* Professional visits
* Transportation to the professional visits
* Health insurance

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

You can earn Scholarship Points in many ways. For example by disseminating information about Forum-Nexus in your campus and among your friends, and referring new participants. For more details please visit our website.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Forum-Nexus Study Abroad's Mission Statement

Our mission is to educate and promote cultural diversity and awareness of the richness of other cultures, by providing for the exchange of ideas and the desire to explore the world with an open mind.

Year Founded

1990