International MBA Trip

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program includes a project-centered international trip, which is required for cohort MBA students and optional for flex MBA students.

At the beginning of their final semester, MBA students begin work on a project in the MGT 5313 class in collaboration with an international host company. Approximately halfway through the semester, the students travel to the host company's country. Historically, the companies we work with are in South America. Working in-country provides MBA students with a unique perspective and meaningful international business experience.  

Students are encouraged to apply for and secure a passport if they do not already have one, and international students should start the visa application process as soon as possible.  

Application Process for MBA Flex Students

Schedule an appointment with our MBA Academic Advisor. You must be enrolled in MGT 5313 to participate in the international trip. This course requires advisor approval prior to registration.

Dates:

September 13 - 21, 2025

Expected Cost:

$2,500

Includes:

• Lodging for 8 nights in 4-star hotels
• Most ground transportation
• All breakfasts and two dinners
• Business visits with some CEO-level speaker engagement
• Cultural excursions and tours
• Service-learning project
• Multi-lingual guides
• International health and emergency insurance
• Custom t-shirt

The program’s fee does not include:

• Tuition and fees
• Flights from/to the United States
• Passport application fees 
• Personal expenses and incidentals

Funding Opportunities

Scholarships are available! Fill out our study abroad scholarship form by May 15 to apply for these Graduate Global Education Scholarship funds. 

Accommodations and Culture

The group will be staying in the Courtyard Lima Miraflores, in one of Lima’s most vibrant neighborhoods – Miraflores.

Lima is the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast, and has a significant amount of colonial architecture – it was one of South America’s largest commercial hubs during the Spanish rule. Lima has more than 10 million people, it is renowned for its diverse and vibrant cuisine (especially ceviche) and has 3 of the top 10 restaurants in South America – the food is great!

We encourage program participants to take this opportunity to visit other places in the region, like Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan citadel located high in the Andes Mountains of Peru (accessible through a short flight to Cusco).