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Global & Experiential Education

 

Global & Experiential Education

 

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Global & Experiential Education (G&EE) at the GW School of Business supports four primary areas:

  • International student services
  • Overseas study
  • Experiential education programs (domestic and international)
  • Advocacy and collaboration related to global and experiential initiatives

Our office is located in Duquès Hall, Suite 551. Please email us at sbintl@gwu.edu to schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.

 

Explore Our Programs and Services

 

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About Us

G&EE is the nexus for international opportunities and initiatives at GWSB and supports global business education through a broad portfolio of global study programs, experiential education courses and international student services.

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ACE Program

The ACE (America, China, Europe) triple degree program is a four-year bachelor’s degree program in business jointly offered in coordination with Luiss University in Rome and Renmin University of China in Beijing. The program was developed to enable international business students to deeply understand the key drivers of management in global business environments.

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Business & Society Series

Leveraging the vast resources of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Business & Society Series courses provide unique opportunities to engage directly with influential organizations and key stakeholders to learn how businesses navigate critical social, economic, and regulatory complexities.

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Consulting Abroad Program (CAP)

CAP is an action-learning program in which teams of Global MBA candidates, with the support of expert GWSB faculty mentors, apply what they have learned in the classroom to find sustainable solutions to business problems faced by their Industry Partners around the world.

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Inbound Exchange

G&EE facilitates inbound exchange with GWSB's 20+ partner institutions. Exchange students can take courses across the entire university and are paired with a student ambassador prior to arrival to ensure a smooth transition to life in DC.

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International Student Services

G&EE provides international student programming, support and advocacy, and comprehensive support for international visa processing for all graduate students at GWSB.

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Long-Term Study Abroad (LTSA)

GWSB has partnerships with 20+ prestigious business schools worldwide, offering graduate students the opportunity to spend a semester abroad to expand their global networks and gain meaningful professional experience with international business practices.

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Partner With Us

G&EE seeks local and global pro-bono academic partnerships with a diverse range of Industry Partners to provide unique opportunities for students to leverage and build their expertise while delivering actionable solutions to real-world business challenges.

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Rafel Lucea Global Experiential Fund

The Rafel Lucea Global Experiential Fund is a memorial fund in honor of beloved GWSB Professor Rafel Lucea. This fund supports students’ participation in global experiential programs.

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Short-Term Study Away Programs (STAPs)

Each year G&EE facilities several short-term programs around the world to provide undergraduate and graduate students with meaningful opportunities to build their resumes, expand their knowledge of global business practices,  connect with fellow GW students, and gain critical leadership skills.

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Undergraduate Programs

In addition to G&EE’s Short-Term Study Away Programs, GWSB undergraduates can join the America, China, Europe (GW ACE) Triple Degree program, the Global Bachelor’s Program, or a multitude of diverse study abroad experiences offered by the GW Office for Study Abroad (OSA).

 

 

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From the Blog

G&EE publishes a number of blog series covering business and society, our Consulting Abroad program, and our short- and long-term study abroad programs. Visit the G&EE blog to view each series in its entirety.

 

From Our Students

International Student Advisory Board Congratulates Graduating Members
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The International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) enables student members to serve as advisors to the Global & Experiential Education (G&EE) office at the GW School of Business (GWSB) regarding orientation, programming, and issues of significance to the graduate international student experience. Board members also provide feedback to other School of Business and university offices upon request. The board is comprised of one student representing each of GWSB’s graduate programs that have significant international student communities.

Three ISAB members are graduating in May: Lisa Antwi Adjei, Mina Panahi and Preethy Janarthanan. Lisa was the ISAB representative from the MSIST Program, Mina represented the MSPM program, and Preethy represented the MTA program. Their efforts over the past year have led to many events supporting the international student community at GWSB, such as local sightseeing tours, cross-cultural training sessions, and guest speakers. Their presence on the board will be missed. Congratulations graduates!

International Student Workshop: Thriving In the U.S.
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“My name is Dr. Holly Emert — but since we're in the U.S., what do you think I’ll say you can call me?” This was just one of the many questions that Dr. Emert posed to a group of GWSB international students during an interactive workshop on April 4 called Thriving in the U.S. - Skills to Work Effectively with Americans. The goal of the workshop was to provide an opportunity for GWSB’s international graduate students to reflect upon their own personal experiences in the U.S. and explore how to optimize their interactions at work and school. During introductions, participating students from China, Iran, and Portugal shared that they attended the session because they hoped that it would help them navigate future interactions with Americans in professional settings, specifically in school, upcoming internships and jobs.

Over the course of the two-hour session, Dr. Emert incorporated engaging activities and honest discussion to help the students identify and understand the best communication practices to build trust and credibility with Americans. The participants reflected on their own experiences in dealing with American communication practices ranging from introductions and expectations to acknowledging mistakes and discussing accomplishments. Takeaways from the workshop were skills for the students to include in their “cultural toolbox” as well as a guide to developing an action plan for professional success.

A Visit to D.C.'s Landmark Institutions
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GWSB exchange students recently ventured off campus with the G&EE team on a brisk March day to explore the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court. We kicked the day off with a tour of the Library of Congress — the home of more than 34 million books! We also learned that anyone in the world with an ID and an address can get a library card to access the amazing onsite study room. Some of our exchange students will definitely be taking advantage of the great study space! The original Gutenberg bible was a hit, as well as Thomas Jefferson’s collection of books that he donated to Congress after the capital burned in the 1800s.

After the Library visit, we headed to the Supreme Court. Approaching from the outside, it’s easy to feel the power housed in the building — it’s an imposing structure. Inside the courtroom, we noticed a few international law figures carved into the frieze. The Chinese students in the group were excited to see Confucius among them! Overall it was a great day spent exploring some iconic sites around D.C. and learning more about American history and tradition.