• 30 University undergraduate students

• 4 credits (3 credits on campus, 1 credit in Australia. Participants must complete both.)
• Grading is A-F basis

This course fulfills the HRIR 3021 Core requirement.

This program is open to University undergraduate students in good academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 at the time of application. Successful completion of ECON 1101, ECON 1102, and PSY 1001 are required to participate. The application process is competitive and space is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. A meet and greet with professor Rob Vellella will be required to complete the application process and those will begin after the October 1 priority deadline.

Australia is a center of culture and business in the Asia-Pacific region and plays an ever-expanding role in the global context of business.

Located in northeast Australia, Brisbane is part of the Great Sunshine Way and offers access to outdoor exploration of beaches and marine life, along with museums, shopping, and dining. Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane is a top Australian university linked with the international business community.

Sydney is Australia's most populous city and an international center for commerce, arts, fashion, culture, entertainment, education and tourism. More than half of Australia's top companies have their headquarters in Sydney, along with more than 90 banks and the Australian Securities Exchange. Sydney offers students great opportunities for learning in and out of the classroom.

In the first week students will have classroom sessions and company visits in Brisbane. In the second week students will have additional classroom sessions and company visits in Sydney. A final exam will be taken at the end of the second week.

Students are housed at a centrally-located hotel in each city. Students will share a room with one or two classmates of their same gender. Because networking and community-building are key parts of the program, students will not have the option of a single room. Guests are not permitted during the program. Breakfast daily, a welcome dinner, and a closing dinner are provided.

These estimates will vary based on student preference and exchange rates. All details subject to change based on economic and international factors. Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad programs.

*Students should also maintain their U.S.-based health insurance plan while abroad.

**Non-U.S. passport holders need to check with the Embassy of Australia on the visa application procedures and costs.

Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. See Costs & Billing for additional information on financial aid and scholarships.

To apply, please visit the Apply page. Students will be charged a $50 application fee.

The application cycle will start on September 1 and the priority deadline is October 1. Application for programs that do not fill by the priority deadline will be accepted on a rolling basis until full.

Students will be informed of their status within 4 weeks of the application deadline.

A meet and greet with professor Rob Vellella will be required to complete the application process and those will begin after the October 1 priority deadline.