Our program
provides an exceptional opportunity for students interested
in pursuing business or commerce at the university level.
Taught by leading faculty from the top business schools
in Canada, the program focuses on the challenges and
principles of conducting business across cultural lines,
as well as the art of negotiation. Company visits, lectures,
and case studies are designed to provide the knowledge
base and leadership skills that will give our students
the necessary edge for admission into the best undergraduate
business programs.
London
Our first week will be spent in the ‘Square Mile’
examining international finance, mergers and acquisitions,
and the role of government in multi-national companies. We
will take up residence at the London
School of Economics to fully immerse ourselves in our
studies. Students will visit several leading companies, and
will see many of London’s famous sights.
Dubai
Our second week will be spent exploring the fast-paced city
of Dubai and introducing students to the petro-economies of
the Middle East. Here, we will also focus on several operating
companies in the Gulf as we learn about government and private
sector growth strategies in the region.
Interlude in Hong Kong
On our way to Shanghai we will break from our work for a 3
day visit to Hong
Kong and Macau, combining one of the world?s leading international
financial centres with an entertainment centre of global stature.
Students will be given time to explore the cultural side of
Hong Kong, without missing exciting night markets, and trendy
spots like Hong Kongs Soho and then sail out to spend the
day exploring the former Portuguese colony of Macau.
Shanghai
We will spend our last 10 days in China exploring the engine
of China’s growth — Shanghai. In this environment,
students will come to understand the export-driven growth
of the Far East, the emergence of the domestic market, and
the working relationship between a communist government and
a capitalist economy. We will also attend the 2010
World Expo in Shanghai! Our program will culminate with
a final-night banquet that will include an authentic Chinese
Dragon Boat cruise beneath the breathtaking Shanghai skyline!
OUR FACULTY Dr.
Bill Blake is a Professor at Queen’s School
of Business, where he teaches Leadership and Cross Cultural
Management in the MBA programs. Dr. Blake has extensive international
experience and has served as Associate Dean, MBA Programs
at Queen's and as Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration
at Memorial University of Newfoundland.
Prof.
Brendan Calder is an Adjunct Professor of Strategic
Management at the Rotman School of Management at the University
of Toronto. Prior to joining Rotman, he was Chair, President
and CEO of CIBC Mortgages Inc. Professor Calder serves on
the boards of Clear Point Business Resources, Coventree Inc.,
Ellis Don Construction, and First Service Corporation.
COURSES
• Grade 12 International Business (BBB4M)
• Grade 12 Economics (CIA4U)
Students are required to bring laptops for their courses.
Programs and applications needed for your course will
be detailed at the May Orientations Session by your
teachers
ITINERARY
Approximately 1 week in London, 1 week in Dubai, 3 days
in Hong Kong, and 10 days in Shanghai
TENTATIVE DATES
July 2 to July 28, 2010
ACCOMMODATIONS
Students will stay in double rooms with private bathrooms
throughout the program. In London we will stay in London
School of Economics’ residences*; in Shanghai,
a four-star
hotel; and in Dubai,
a three-star hotel with suite balconies and sitting
rooms, as well as a hotel rooftop pool. Breakfast and
dinner will be provided, with vegetarian meals available
upon request. Lunch will also be provided while in Oman.
COMPANY
VISITS IN 2009
The International Business Program of 2009 visited the
following companies: Black and Decker (Shanghai); Colliers
(Dubai); McKinsey (Dubai); Ellis Don (Dubai); Dubai
Chamber of Commerce, Porter Airlines (Toronto), RBS
(NYC), Mall of the Emirates (Dubai), Canadian Consulate
General (NYC); and Wuxi Pharmacy (Shanghai).
PROGRAM
FEE
$8,995 CAD.
Taxes and registration are additional.
Program fees are GST and PST exempt.
YOUR
PROGRAM INCLUDES
• Airfare and accommodation
• Breakfast and dinner daily •
Travel Journal
• Maplewood, our online academic reporting
system • Use of computer
labs and Internet as available • Pre-loaded
USB flash drive • Access to E-Library
• Program handbook • Personalized
Business Cards for all students • Case
study based on the Augustina
Boutiques located in both Toronto and London
• Walking tours of London, Dubai and
Shanghai • Visit to the Bank of England
Museum • Cruise up the Thames River
• Visits to public and private companies in
London • A visit to the Canadian pavillion
at the 2010
Expo in Shanghai with bypass the line services
and a private tour.
• Visit to Canadian companies in Dubai
• Visit with the Dubai
Chamber of Commerce and Industry •
Retail tour of Dubai • Ferry to Macau
• Tour of Shanghai • Cruise on
the Huangpu River • Visit to the Shanghai
Future [Stock] Exchange • Visit
to multi-national companies in Shanghai •
Historical tour of the Bund
• Final banquet and awards night •
Afternoon and evening activities with Activities
Coordinators • Access to coordinated
Duke of Edinburgh Activities