Carlson Global Institute
Through immersive educational experiences, strategic cross-cultural partnerships, and informative research, the Carlson Global Institute (CGI) connects Minnesota Carlson to the international business community and shapes leaders ready to confront global challenges.
CGI offers a robust set of study abroad options for Minnesota Carlson students, forges agreements with top institutions around the world to welcome incoming exchange students and establish elite executive education programs, and partners with global business leaders to create meaningful experiential learning projects.
Gateway to International Learning for Carlson Students
The Carlson Global Institute serves as the international hub for Minnesota Carlson, providing students with opportunities to gain global experiences and perspectives.
Providing Carlson Students Unparalleled Global Learning Opportunities
The Carlson Global Institute serves as the international gateway for Carlson, offering students a world of enriching experiences to gain a truly global perspective.
Over 975 Carlson students took their education abroad during the 2024-2025 academic year through 280 education abroad scholarships facilitated by the Institute. With partnerships across 25 countries, Minnesota Carlson hones students' cultural agility as they immerse themselves in diverse cultures and business environments worldwide.
The Institute cultivates collaborative relationships with major multinational corporations, connecting students to invaluable global networking and career opportunities. Through case study projects, internships, and on-site visits, students gain first-hand insights into the challenges and strategies of conducting business internationally.
The Carlson Global Institute supports the Global Executive MBA program, enabling 61 students this year to earn their degree while continuing to work through a blend of online and international immersion coursework. This innovative format provides working professionals the ultimate flexibility to upskill and advance their global leadership capabilities.
Celebrating 40 years of International Programs at Minnesota Carlson
For more than 40 years, Minnesota Carlson has provided transformative global opportunities for Carlson students, developing their leadership, adaptability, resilience, problem-solving skills, curiosity, and cultural agility. Building from its entrepreneurial roots in 1985, the Carlson Global Institute continues to innovate to give students the experiences and skills they need to thrive
Donor Support Makes Global Learning Possible for Minnesota Carlson Students
About one-third of Minnesota Carlson students receive scholarships to make international experiences accessible. In this reflection, students share how donor generosity removed financial stress, made travel possible, and created life-changing learning that shaped their perspective on the world.
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Are you a company or an individual interested in getting involved with Minnesota Carlson's global initiatives?
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