Global Supply Chain Management, China

Program Dates

May 17– June 6, 2010. 

Program

The A.R. Sanchez Jr. School of Business will offer a three-week study abroad program in various cities (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing) in China.  This three credit program consists of a business course on global supply chain management, and is directed by Dr. Haibo Wang, a native of China and Assistant Professor at the A.R. Sanchez College of Business Administration. The course can be taken for undergraduate or graduate credit.

While in China, students will enjoy lectures at various key universities and have the opportunity to visit several multinational companies and financial institutes.  All on-site travel in China, housing and meal expenses are included in the program fees. 

Itinerary*

Accommodation

While in China, students will reside in university residences in double occupancy rooms.  Meals will be taken at university cafeterias and/or local restaurants.

Program Cost

The program cost is estimated at $ 3,950. This excludes the roundtrip airfare to China, tourist visa, and TAMIU tuition/fees

Timetable for Applications and Payment

Applications will not be processed unless they are completed and received by the stated deadline.

Application Process

1)  Turn in your TAMIU study abroad application and application fee by the recommended deadline.  If you are a Texas A&M University System student, complete the TAMUS application and also submit an official transcript.

2)  Apply for any of the TAMIU study abroad scholarships for which you qualify.

3)  The financial aid budget form is for your own information, an update of your educational expenses will be provided by OIE to the Office fo Financial Aid.

4) Complete and turn in your Waiver and Liability Packet by 1 May 2010

Application Links

Study Abroad Scholarships

TAMIU/OIE offers two scholarships for study abroad.  Qualified TAMIU students may complete their application and supporting documents and submit them to OIE together with their study abroad application.  You will be notified via email of your award and the award disbursement date.

Course Information

All students are required to enroll in:

MGT 4399/BA 5399: Global Business Strategy                      3 SCH

Program Requirements

Students must have been approved by Dr. Wang for acceptance into the program.

Refunds**

Withdrawal from a study abroad program must be made in writing to OIE.  The application fee of $200 is non-refundable, unless TAMIU cancels the program.  The application fee will be applied to your total program cost.  After this, TAMIU will refund recoverable tuition and costs as determined by OIE.  Refunds will be calculated from the date OIE is notified in writing of your intent to withdraw.  TAMIU is not responsible for indirect costs paid directly by students, including but not limited to passport fees, vaccinations, and transportation costs.

Contact Information

Jannet Garcia/Marina Hinojosa                                               

Office of International Education                                              

Division of International Programs, PH 301                          

P: 956.326.2565                                                                          

E: studyabroad@tamiu.edu                                                      

Dr. Haibo Wang

Div. of International Business and Technology

Pellegrino Hall 313M

P: 956.326.2503

E: hwang@tamiu.edu

*TAMIU reserves the right to make changes to this itinerary as deemed appropriate by the program director due to unforeseen circumstances.  However, every effort will be made to adhere to the itinerary as closely as possible

**TAMIU reserves the right to adjust program fees or cancel any program without prior notification; however, every effort will be made to provide information on cancellations in a timely manner.  In the event of cancellation, TAMIU will refund application fees and recoverable program fees.