Global Studies Courses 2007-8

BUSi798V Doing Business in Vietnam (summer II session)

This will be a joint class to be held with graduate business students from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).  We plan on approximately 10 to 20 students from each university.

"In the three decades since Vietnam has gone from communism to a form of capitalism, it has begun surpassing many neighbors.  It has Asia's second-fastest-growing economy, with 8.4% growth last year, trailing only China's, and the pace of exports to the United States is rising faster than even China's.  American companies like Intel and Nike, and investors across the region, are pouring billions of dollars into the country; overseas Vietnamese are returning to run the ventures. . . . through the end of last year; Vietnam's growth rate exceeded that of Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, South Korea and even India, its closest rival." The New York Times, "Vietnam's Roaring Economy is Set for World Stage" August 24, 2007.

This course will examine the history of Vietnam and the impact of current efforts to compete on the world stage,  Students will visit a variety of companies in order to experience first-hand the economic boom and explore the challenges the country faces going forward.

draft syllabus available winter 2008

Application available here.

This course is now full.  If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please apply by emailing your application to the Center for Global Business Education. 

Credits: Four

Faculty: RMIT faculty

Country: Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi)

Schedule: Three to four sessions in College Park -- dates/times tbd

Overseas Visit: Current plans are for July 5 - July 16.

Tuition: $5100 + BMGT Fees

Note: Tuition includes hotel, local transportation, and some meals; does not include airfare.

Please review the World Citizens Guide, from Business for Diplomatic Action prior to departure.

For more information, please contact Lisa Barnard.