Category: Costa Rica (Business)
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Note: Program Complete
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Travel & Course: July 23-Aug 2, 2019
The primary goal of this course is to provide a firsthand experience to international business students on how to do businesses in Latin American countries. The students will learn about cultural and environmental differences between the United States, Costa Rica and other Latin American countries. The course will also touch on global monetary systems and the role of major international organizations such as the World Bank, United Nations, and the International Monetary Fund, among others.
Think you can’t afford to study abroad? Scholarships and other ways to fund your study abroad program will be available until July 2019.
Available courses – Students must enroll in one course from the list below offered in Costa Rica during the summer 2019 semester. Note: Please talk to an advisor to ensure you have met all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites.
Professor: Lori Jones
- MAN2604 Intercultural Relations in Business
- GEB2350 Survey of International Business
- MAN4102 Managing Cultural Diversity
Lead faculty contacts
After you submit the application online, we will review your application and e-mail you with details of scheduling your interview with the Costa Rica program lead faculty, Lori Jones, 727-420-3489.
Other SPC Study Abroad trips
Learn more about other Study Abroad countries where SPC students have made their mark.
Student Travel Blog – For a taste of what it’s like to study abroad in Costa Rica, or to follow our students as they travel, read posts from the Costa Rica blog below.
Innovative Costa Rica: Cafe Britt
Fabrica de Carretas: Ox-Carts and Costa Rican Culture
About coffee farms and mountain views!
Wednesday 07/27 – Wednesday morning is finally here! We are getting ready to go to the coffee farm currently sitting out by the pool eating breakfast with the crew. Once we arrived at the coffee shop, we were greeted with amazing actors that gave us a very informative tour and one that’s quite comical. We … Continue reading About coffee farms and mountain views!
Adventures in Costa Rica
A day full of adventures. After a long drive we finally arrived at Canopy San Luis. This was my first time zip lining. It was awesome. I had the opportunity to enjoy the virgin forest, the flora, and fauna through a series of cable systems. From many meters high I was able to see the … Continue reading Adventures in Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s Tourist Economy and Local Impact
Costa Rica Business – The Final Countdown
SPC Business Majors are counting the minutes until their departure to Costa Rica in just a few days! Students from past years often mention how much they enjoyed the beautiful scenery and cities of Costa Rica, walking through the coffee field trails, while also learning how local businesses have been succeeding on an international level! The … Continue reading Costa Rica Business – The Final Countdown
Study Abroad in Costa Rica and earn college credits this summer!
Get firsthand experience with doing business in Latin American countries. The Costa Rica business courses will emphasize the study of intercultural differences between the United States and Costa Rica as a valid representation of Latin American countries. In addition to regular classes on campus, students will spend 11 days in Costa Rica where they will … Continue reading Study Abroad in Costa Rica and earn college credits this summer!
End of our Business Study Abroad program in Costa Rica by merrick charley
Finito, coming to a close 10 days tico time, I love this country’s way of life. Pura Vida.
Last night in Costa Rica :-( by Judy Meyers
Tonight is our last night in Costa Rica. The seven of us will all head our separate ways tomorrow morning. The friendships that I have made with my fellow chicas will last for a lifetime! 🙂 Can’t wait until we all get together for a reunion!