Barcelona is a key spot for Southern European economy and industrial activity. Due to its history as an industrial city and its privileged location and size, Barcelona is home to a third of the country’s exports and imports, which makes it a perfect setting to study international business. This program offers a unique opportunity to learn about European economy and macroeconomy through visits to multinational companies, classes with the home university faculty as well as local faculty, all complemented by different activities to learn about the host culture and history.
Duration
5 weeks
Fields
Economy, International Business, Finances
Destinations
Barcelona (Spain)
Housing
Pre-Departure and On-Site Orientation / Materials
International Airfare
Health Insurance
On-Site Staff
Course-Themed Visits and Lectures
Classroom / Facility Space
Tour Guides
On-Campus Marketing Materials
Excursions
Meals
Ground Transportation
Week 1
Welcome reception and orientation
Welcome meal and gathering with local students
Guest lecture: Intro to Spanish language and culture
La Sagrada Familia
ESA exclusive Introduction to Spanish culture seminar
Classes start
Week 2
Guest lecture: History, politics and economy of Catalan Independence
Catalonian Parliament
Firm visit 1: Brewery. A team member will show you the factory and talk about the industry. Tasting at the end
Week 3
Firm visit 2: Cava (Catalan sparkling wine) cellar. Business focus guided tour to learn and tasting at the end
Montjuic castle and mountain walking tour
Firm visit 3: Car factory’s logistic center and production chain
Week 4
Firm visit 4: Port Authority. Lecture from its educational department and boat tour of the industrial port
ESA exclusive Global Competency workshop
Casa Batllo and Casa Mila
Week 5
Day trip: Montserrat
Farewell dinner at the beach
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