It’s a big world. Immerse yourself.
Whether you embark on a global immersion trip or decide to study abroad, Fox Global provides opportunities for you to experience new cultures and gain tools to succeed in global business.
Global immersions. They’re more than just locations.
Fox School Global Immersions
Global Immersions are short study trips embedded in the 3-credit IB 2509 course, that allow students a chance to experience global business in person rather than simply learning about it in the classroom. Students will engage in a number of learning opportunities, including meeting with business executives in the destination country, touring factories, interacting with government officials and learning about the business environment from locals.
What are students saying?
From this experience, I learned to challenge myself more to do things I am uncomfortable with. I was nervous to go, but ended up having an amazing experience. I recommend students participate in a global immersion program because not only will it be an opportunity for a week of learning, fun and new relationships, but because it gives you a talking point on your resume for the rest of your life.
Emily Natrin
Fox ’18
Short-term Global Immersions FAQ
What is a Short-Term Global Immersion?
Global immersions are short study trips embedded into an international business-oriented course that allow students a chance to experience global business rather than simply learning about it in the classroom.
- Led by an experienced Fox faculty member
- Customized 3-credit course offered in the spring or fall semester*
- Gain valuable skills in cross-cultural business understanding
- Learn about unique entrepreneurial environments
- Understand distinct governance and institutional practices across global business environments
How is a Global Immersion different from Study Abroad?
Unlike a study abroad trip focused on classroom learning and sightseeing, the Fox Global Immersions are meant to:
- Expose students to the environment of business by taking them to targeted destinations that offer a robust and profound practical business experience.
- Engage in learning opportunities, including meeting with business executives in the destination country, touring factories, interacting with government officials, learning about business from locals.
- Tour key sites and service learning projects
What are the benefits of short-term Global Immersions?
Global Immersions offer a number of possible benefits for students from any background and in any academic track.
- Language acquisition
- International networking
- Intercultural competence
- Leadership skills
- Hands-on learning
- Global awareness
- Relationship building
- Self-confidence
Is the Global Immersion part of a course?
Yes. The undergraduate global immersion experience is embedded in the 3-credit IB2509 course. Your instructor for that course will be the same faculty member that leads you through the immersion experience, giving you the added benefit of in-depth preparation prior to departure as well as valuable insights while on the immersion. You should register for the course associated with the immersion experience of interest to you.
Is funding available to travel to the immersion destination?
Because this course is being offered for credit, it may qualify for funding through your student loan program. In addition, grant funding may be available in limited quantities for certain qualifying students.
Semester/Summer Study Abroad Programs
Temple University’s Education Abroad Office has provided a quick reference guide for Fox students to assist you as you plan your study abroad experience.
The first step towards participating in a study abroad program is to connect with the Education Abroad Office by attending a Foundations of Study Abroad Session
Visit The Office of Education Abroad to view all program deadlines.
Powerful Combination: International Business + Academic Discipline
Dr. Bertrand Guillotin, associate professor and International Business Program academic director, discusses the benefits to an undergraduate international business education.
Highlights include:
- Integrated academic discipline
- Career advancement
- Higher salaries
- International Business Student Association
- Catalyst to student professional development
Global Cities Immersion Program
Temple’s Global Cities Global Immersion Program is for students with a cosmopolitan view of the world who want a truly international collegiate experience. Offered on Main Campus, Temple Japan and Temple Rome, students in the program have the opportunity to take full advantage of Temple’s global network of urban campuses in three of the world’s most influential cities.