As the world becomes more globalized, employers are often looking for people that have a background in international business. VSB provides students with the opportunity to gain the international business experience necessary to be competitive in today's workplace. Depending on the program, internships and/or coursework are available. VU summer programs are open to undergraduates and MBA students.

• These are programs specifically designed and run by faculty in VSB for our students. While in-country a VSB faculty member is always present.
• While they are open to students from other universities, the majority of students who participate are enrolled here at Villanova.
• All programs last from 6 to 8 weeks. Cost: TBA around Thanksgiving.
• There are four VSB programs to choose from.
• These programs each award 6 credits.
• Interested VSB students are invited to apply for one of the Herbert G. Rammrath Summer International Internship Scholarships (click here to learn more).

VSB International Programs with an Internship

London, England (London School of Economics)

In London, you'll broaden your understanding of global business and study topics including international relations, finance, and management. In addition, you can elect to participate in a six-week internship to develop your skills in an international environment. You'll also have an opportunity to explore this magnificent city

Program Coordinator: Dr. Peggy Chaudhry

• Credits earned: 6 credits
• Minimum GPA: LSE program: 3.3-4.0; Study Abroad program: 3.0-4.0

Tracks

Track I: Six-week internship; one LSE course [Early/Mid-June to Mid-August]
Track II: Six-week internship; one VU course [Mid-June to Mid-August]
Track III: Two LSE courses [Early-July to Mid-August]

Madrid, Spain

You'll experience Spanish culture, take classes in professional Spanish and comparative management, and attend breakout sessions with local businesses. In the second week, you'll move in with your host family and pursue an internship with a top firm in Madrid. Through weekend trips, you'll experience the history and sights of this exciting country.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Ken Taylor

• Program Dates: Early June to the third weekend in July
• Credits earned: 6 credits
• 1 week of orientation and beginning of Eco. 4200: Spain, The European Union and the Global Economy (3 credits)
• 6 week business internship (3 credits)
• Minimum GPA: 2.75
• Requirements: completion of Intermediate Spanish

Geneva, Switzerland

In Geneva, you'll see the impact of multinational enterprises and NGO's on the global economy. You'll participate in a supervised internship with one of the more than 100 international organizations located in the city. In preparation for your internship, you'll study global governance, the role of multinational organizations, and the development of intergovernmental institutions and NGO's.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Sohail Chaudhry

• Program Dates: Early June to the third weekend in July
• Credits earned: 6 credits
• Students are required to take one course (there are two choices) plus the 6 week internship
• This program is jointly run with Political Science.
• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Requirements: No language proficiency is required (some French is advised)

Shanghai, China

In Shanghai, you'll study Chinese business, society and politics. Through team taught courses in the East China Normal University - and corporate site visits in the Shanghai and Beijing areas - you'll learn about macroeconomics, management, finance, the stock exchange, the real estate market, foreign trade, and marketing in China. Through sightseeing trips, you'll also experience the history and breathtaking landmarks of this ancient culture.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Wen Mao

• Program Dates: Mid May to early-July
• Locations: Shanghai and Beijing
• Credits earned: 6 credits
• Part I is a two-week intensive course which combines lectures and corporate visits in Shanghai and a field trip to Beijing
• Part II is a six-week long internship in Shanghai
• Minimum GPA: 2.75
• Housing: Housing will be provided on the ECNU campus
• Requirements:
• Open to rising VSB Juniors and Seniors
• Completion of Intermediate Mandarin required for internship

Tracks

Track I: two courses at East China Normal University, namely the International Finance and Transition of China's Economy (No foreign language requirement, some Mandarin is advised)

Track II: one of the two courses from Track I and an internship (Intermediate Mandarin required)