Netherlands – Doing Business in Europe (CoB) Summer

Hanze University is an excellent study abroad opportunity for Business majors and minors who are seeking a summer or semester study abroad opportunity in the Netherlands.

Snapshot

Program Details

Academic Program Type: Departmental
Program Sponsor: College of Business

Eligibility

Participants must meet the standard eligibility and program specific requirements
Open to Business majors and minors
Open to undergraduate and some graduate students
ISU cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Conditional acceptance may be possible for students with GPAs between 2.80 - 3.0, please contact Study Abroad Advisor for more information

Preference is given to students of Junior standing or higher

Prerequisites

Students must have successfully completed MKT 230 and MQM 220 with a C or better before the start of the program

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Academics

Students will receive 6 hours of credit during the summer program Doing Business in Europe in the form of the following:
- INB 245
And either
- INB 287 - Independent Study
- IDS 133 (Culture in Europe) - (HU or FA)
The program offers a range of courses and also arranges site visits to several large scale local companies
Take classes with students from all over the world

For additional course schedule information at Hanze University, see the host university’s website.

Location

The City

Located in the city of Groningen, a mere 2 hours from the capital city of Amsterdam
With a population of just under 200,000 people, the city was voted #2 best student city with 1 in every 5 are a student
The city boasts a marvelous blend of historical buildings as well as modern architecture
Groningen has a lively and famous 24 hour nightlife, with a huge music scene, as well as a diverse selection of cultural activities (including museums, theatres, etc)

The University

Hanze University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1986
The university is located 20 minutes by bus from the city centre
With a student body of 26,000 students, the university is always bustling with things do to
International students make up only 1% of the student population, allowing for a true immersion experience

Housing

Summer

Students will receive fully furnished housing near campus with basic necessities, including kitchen and internet connection
Student accommodations are located all across the city, but will never be more than 15 minutes to the city centre or 30 minutes to the Zernike Campus
Students will most likely have a roommate and will be able to state any preferences during the application process
All students will receive a bike upon arrival

For additional housing information, see the host university's website for Summer Accommodations