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International Education Programs Chaminade Tower, Rm. 105 St. Mary's University One Camino Santa Maria San Antonio, Texas 78228 Minita E. Santizo M.A.,M.Ed., Director phone: (210) 431-4308 fax: (210) 431-4382 msantizo@stmarytx.edu |
The Innsbruck Undergraduate Program
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Course Description
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| Recovery of Western Europe Between World Wars I and II | Suzanne Cory, Ph.D. | This course will describe and explain how, after the social, political, economic and military devastation caused by the Great War (World War I), the nations of Western Europe, particularly Germany, recovered. Germany's industrial and political decisions and their impact will be explored. In 1918, post-World War I Germany was in dire straits with its industries in shambles and a generation of young German men destroyed. However, by 1939 their industrial base was re-built and the country had re-armed, leading that nation to believe it could prevail in World War II. This course may be cross listed as a Business, History, Political Science or Sociology course. |
| Entrepreneurial Adventures and Revolutionaries | Dan Bjork, Ph.D. | This course will provide the historical and biographical context to illuminate some giants in entrepreneurial culture. Historical perspective on outstanding business practioners will lead to a new and more personalized appreciation of the global corporate world. Students will participate in a dual enterprise: FIRST, an investigation through reading , DVDs, and class discussion of entrepreneurs who introduced revolutionary technologies and/or marketing strategies. Under study, among others, will be Englishman Josiah Wedgewood, German Alfred Krupp and Americans John D. Rockefeller Estee Lauder and Walt Disney. Each in different and yet similar ways wielded opportunity and creative business practices to revolutionize their business worlds and achieve global market recognition in their own era and even today; SECOND, an in-field project which provides student contact with local business people. Students will interview Innsbruck entrepreneurs, asking questions about their personal stories of business success. Are there common features in both massive and modest entrepreneurial endeavors? This course will be cross listed as a Business or Humanities course. |
| BA 4330: Operations Management | Seongbae Lim, Ph.D. | The management of the production and operations functions will be examined. Qualitative and quantitative methods will be used to analyze forecasting, system design, quality, inventory management, scheduling, supply chain management, and project management. This course will focus on the emerging field of "Service Science" which is defined as the methods which organizations use to improve operations management and services by integrating the ideas from multi disciplines such as operations management, management science (MS), management information systems (MIS), and engineering. Cases addressing business application of Decision Support Systems, ERP, CRM, SCM, Web 2.0, Software as Service (SaaS), SOA, CRM, and Business Intelligence (BI) will be utilized. This course is required for all Business majors. |
| BA 3325W/SE3325W: Managing People and Organizations | Monica J. Parzinger, Ph.D. | An examination of modern approaches to management at both the micro and macro levels. Micro topics include perception, motivation, and attitudes. Macro topics include organizational design, structure, culture, and decision-making. The dynamic interaction of these two levels includes topics such as leadership, groups, and job stress. It is a writing intensive course. This course is required of all Business majors and is recognized as a humanities course. Prerequisite: EN 3300W. |
| Philosophy or Theology | TBD |
You must complete an application and pay the $300.00 deposit no later than March 1, 2010. Attach all documents together and turn in to:
Dr. Monica Parzinger, ALK 207
Innsbruck Program Director
(210) 431-2026
mparzinger@stmarytx.edu
Frequently Asked QuestionsI am not a business major. Can I participate in the program?
Yes! All majors may participate. Non-business majors should contact the program director to discuss what courses may be of particular interest to them.
How much will the program cost?
Based on last year's trip, the estimated costs for the 2009 program will be:
* Breakfast and lunch on class days and two group dinners.
Can I make my own flight arrangements, or do I have to fly with the group?
No. We will require all students to travel with the group unless special exceptions are pre-approved, by the dean and program director. Contact program director Dr. Monica Parzinger, ALK 207 or call (210) 431-2026 for more information.
Will I have free time to travel?
Yes! You can take advantage of three-day weekends and your EurailPass! You can travel to Rome, Paris, Venice, or Amsterdam, to name a few possibilities.
Do I need a passport?
You must have a valid passport. Without one, you will not be accepted into the program or classes or be allowed to board the plane for an international flight. Begin applying for a passport immediately online at http://travel.state.gov/passport.
Do I need a visa?
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for Austria, Germany, or most European countries. However, if you are a citizen of another country, you may need a visa for Austria, Germany, and any other countries that you may want to visit.
Can I receive financial aid for the Innsbruck Program?
Students participating in the Innsbruck Program should contact the financial aid office to see what financial aid they may be eligible for. Financial aid is awarded for the 2009-2010 academic year, which includes 2009 summer school sessions. Aid is awarded on a first come, first serve basis, so file all necessary paperwork as soon as possible.
Are there any scholarships available for the Innsbruck Program?
Yes! Several $500 academic scholarships are awarded each year to students participating in the program. In addition, we also award one scholarship in memory of Professor Robert Howe. If you are interested in applying for the scholarship, complete the application and return it in to Dr. Parzinger by March 1, 2009 (Room 237).
Can I cancel my registration?
We are able to refund your $300.00 deposit if you cancel your registration before March 1. St. Mary's University must pre-pay for your airline ticket, Eurail pass and accommodations. If you cancel your registration after March 15, 2009, it will be necessary for us to bill you for the amount St. Mary's has paid on your behalf. Any cancellation after the start of the program may subject you to paying the entire cost for your cancelled trip.
How many classes do I take?
The five-week program is designed for undergraduate students to take 6 hours. Students participating in the two-week graduate program take up to 6 hours.
Will we meet before the trip?
A mandatory class trip orientation for all participants will be prior to the end of the Spring semester, time and date TBA.
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