Food and Wine in International Business in Bologna

bologna, italy

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Food and Wine in International Business - Bolgona

Program Description

All 番茄直播undergraduate and graduate students are invited to this 3-week international business program focused on food and wine in Bologna, Italy, one of the gastronomic capitals of the world, home of the oldest university in Europe, and one of the largest medieval historic city centers in the world. The program will see International Business in action, visiting local food and wine industry participants such as vineyards, olive groves, food markets, wine producers, food manufacturers, farms and restaurants. 听It includes day trips to the magnificent cities of Florence, Parma, and Modena. Students will receive an inclusive program of housing, activities, excursions, some meals and 24-hour support from 番茄直播faculty and the local team in Italy. Class is taught in English from 3-5pm M-R with mornings and weekends free. 听Students can earn up to 6 credits toward their 番茄直播degree, which can be taken at the undergraduate or graduate level. 听Please join us for this delicious program in Italy!

Program Dates and Deadlines:
Term	Year	Application Deadline (or as space permits)	Start Date/Check-in	End Date/Check-out
Summer	2025	March 18, 2025	June 22, 2025	July 11, 2025

Program fee payment deadline: See details below in program cost section. Program fees cannot be deffered. Plan accordingly.听

Information Sheet
Open to	All academic disciplines
Language of Instruction	English
Level of Study	Undergraduate and Graduate
Credit Offered	3-6 番茄直播credits
Program Primary Subject	Business Management & International Business
Sponsoring College	College of Business

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Program Course Offerings:

Undergraduate Students: Choose one or two of the courses below:

MAN 3600: International Business (3 credits)
MAN 4957: Management Study Abroad (3 credits)
MAN 4956: International Business Study Abroad (3 credits)听

HFT 4955: Study Abroad: Hospitality and Tourism (3 credits)

Graduate Students: Choose one or two of the courses below:

MAN 6614: International Business Operations (3 credits)
GEB 6957: Graduate International Business Study Abroad (3 credits)

Course Description, Eligibility & Requirements:

Classes will take place Monday-Thursday from 3-5pm, and are taught in English by COB Professor Joseph Patton. 听*For help in deciding which courses are right for you, please contact Kim Paulus, College of Business Executive Director of Student Academic Services at paulusk@fau.edu.听听

Program Eligibility & Requirement

Must have a 2.5 overall GPA at the time of application
Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
Must be eligible to take 番茄直播courses during the study abroad program term
See Policies & Procedures page for more information

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Contact a program leader for information on the academic course offerings and program itinerary. The individuals listed below will be leading the program in Italy.	For information on the study abroad application, contact the Education Abroad Advisor listed below.听
Primary Faculty Leader: Dr. Joseph Patton, jpatton6@fau.edu听听	Brendan Richardson, Associate Director, Education Abroad
Co-Faculty Leader: Kimberly Paulus, paulusk@fau.edu听	Phone number: 561-297-3227
听	Email: brichardson@fau.edu听

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Location

Bologna, the capital of Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, is a city that beautifully balances the charm of its medieval past with the vibrancy of a modern cultural
hub. Known as "La Dotta, La Grassa, e La Rossa" (The Learned, The Fat, and The Red), Bologna is home to the oldest university in the Western world, the University
of Bologna, which has earned the city a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. The city's nickname "La Grassa" celebrates its rich culinary tradition, offering some of Italy鈥檚 most celebrated dishes like fresh pasta, ragu, and cured meats. As students wander through its narrow, portico-lined streets, they will encounter stunning examples of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, vibrant markets, and an array of cafes and trattorias that capture the essence of Italian life.

Housing

Students accommodations will be at The Social Hub in Bologna, Italy. Situated in a secure and central location, The Social Hub provides a dynamic community atmosphere that supports both academic pursuits and social interaction. Each room is furnished with modern amenities, including high-speed Wi-Fi, study spaces, communal kitchens, and laundry facilities. Utilities are included, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

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Money Matters

Financial Aid and Scholarship Information听

Students participating on 番茄直播Faculty-led Programs may use eligible financial aid.
Program participants may be eligible to apply for the 番茄直播Education Abroad Scholarship
See additional scholarship and funding information here.

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Program Cost

$4,296.00 program fee + tuition for the required program summer course(s). 番茄直播in-state or out-of-state rates apply.听

Program fee payment deadlines:听
1ST PAYMENT:听听听听$1,432.00 within 30 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)
2ND PAYMENT:听听听$1,432.00 within 75 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听3RD PAYMENT:听听听 $1,432.00 final balance due by April 1

Note: program fee payments cannot be deferred. Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email prior to each payment deadline.听

Program Fee Includes:

Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
International medical insurance
Airport pick-up in Bologna and on-site orientation
Group welcome meal
Farewell Event
Weekly activities such as pizza-making class, walking tour, gelato special, and National Art Gallery visit
Excursions to Florence, Parma, and Moderna
Guest speakers and academic site visits
Classroom space in Bologna

Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed. All efforts would be made to provide a replacement activity or excursion.

Program Fee Does Not Include :

$200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
International flight
Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (番茄直播in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
Personal meals outside group meals (such as at restaurants and grocery shopping)
Personal spending money

Travel Documentation, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Passport and Travel Documentation

A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Review up-to-date details . Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. 听
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit
Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.听

International Health Insurance

All 番茄直播students participating on an 番茄直播Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory 鈥� Country Information:
U.S. Students Abroad:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
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World Health Organization (WHO):
LGBTQI+ Travel Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/lgbtqi.html听
Travelers with Disabilities:
Women Travelers: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/women-travelers.html听
Travel Safety - Race and Ethnicity:

Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings

All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program.听

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.听
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.

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