Eligibility

GPA	2.5
Hours completed	45
Student Judicial	Good status
Grad credit	Yes
Non-WIU	No
Pre-requisite	Completed 45 Semester Hours by Spring 2020
Student Year	Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate students

 

Entry Requirements

Passport required—Must be valid until at least November 30, 2020

Visa required if not a US citizen.  It is your responsibility to check the Consulate General of Ireland in Chicago's website for more information.  Visa cost not included in program cost.

 

Health Insurance

You must have international health insurance for the time you are on your program. Only two options are approved to meet this requirement:

• WIU student health insurance
• A supplemental policy (Patriot Travel Medical) from International Medical Group (IMG)

 

Health Precautions

Walking/mobility - Expect to walk up to 5 miles/day.  It is not consecutive but scheduled throughout the day, sometimes over uneven, hilly terrain and up/down flights of stairs.

Environmental - Excursions and some portions of the class will be conducted outside. Sun protection is strongly recommended.

Dietary - Some meals are included in the program cost. Contact Kim McDaniel  if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

Vaccinations - No vaccinations are required for entry into Ireland.  Up to date vaccination recommendations are available on the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website .    

Accessibility - Accessibility and accommodation may be very different than that found in the United States.  Please contact the Disability Resource Center for questions on the availability of accommodations for your specific situation.

PLEASE NOTE   It is your responsibility to request accommodation from the DRC; faculty and staff are not legally permitted to inquire about such needs.  Requests should be made as early as possible so there's sufficient time to arrange accommodations in your location.

 

Costs & Dates

Estimated Cost*	$2,800-$3,200
Included in the program	Round trip airfare from Chicago, in-country transportation, lodging (double occupancy), entry fees to scheduled sites, daily breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
Application Deadline	November 10, 2019
Payments
Application fee	$75 due December 5, 2019
Non-refundable Deposit	$800 due December 6, 2019
Second payment	$1,000 due January 31, 2020
Final payment*	$1,100 due February 28, 2020

* Costs are subject to change based on student enrollment

WIU reserves the right to adjust the cost or arrangements of this program due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond the University's control.  For details about this or individual withdrawals, see Cancellations and Withdrawals.

Important Dates

Passport copy deadline: January 31, 2020.   Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the group flight and possible increased costs.

Pre-departure meeting: TBA, Spring 2019

 

Academics

Credit offered

BAT 300 - Option for Gen Ed Multicultural Studies credit.  This section is designated a Global Issues Course.

BAT 600 - May count towards graduation requirements for Master's of Business Administration

Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.

 

Objectives/activities

• Experience life and work cultures different than those of the United States
• Discover the differences and similarities between the US and Ireland regarding interpersonal relationships, business behaviors, and communication styles
• Explore Irish history and culture through day trips outside Dublin

 

Class sessions

Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course.  You are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments.  Questions about course content should be directed to Dr. Susan Stewart .

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