Summer Virtual Opportunities - Courses

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LMU Virtual Study Abroad – Summer session II

June 28 - August 6, 2021

 

Our summer courses will take you abroad without leaving home. A unique international experience available only through LMU.

Summer 2021 offerings – Registration open now!   

 

LMU Virtual Study Abroad: International Business Venturing & Socio-Economic Development

 

 LMU Virtual Study Abroad: Conflict and Reconciliation

  • PHIL 3998: Narrative and Identity (4 credits)

Core: Interdisciplinary Connections, Writing Flag, Oral Skills Flag

 AND/OR

  • PHIL 3998: War and Peace: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives (4 credits)

Core: Faith and Reason, Engaged Learning Flag

AND

  •  Optional internship component

 

Not ready to sign up?  Join the Interest List. I’m interested!

 

What is LMU’s Virtual Study Abroad?

The virtual study abroad programs will offer an immersive course with experiential programming that will complement each class. Explore how a virtual study abroad program can expand your horizons this summer!

 

 LMU Virtual Study Abroad: International Business Venturing & Socio-Economic Development

This virtual global program explores international entrepreneurship through interactive company visits, executive speakers, and engaging team-building activities. Students complete two business consulting projects for companies based in Africa, Asia, Europe, or South America. Join us this summer!

World Map.

Students will apply critical thinking, business knowledge and strategic problem solving within the context of real-time challenges confronting today’s global business. The program explores essentials of international business venturing (IBV) and socio-economic development (SED).  IBV covers the subject of international entrepreneurship in a narrowly defined scope prioritizing commercial missionof a business firm, often a small or medium-sized enterprise’s (SME) international business start-up or  international expansion of an existing SME. SED component reflects the growing stakeholder needs and interests in  socially and environmentally responsible business approach under the “triple bottom line” concept. 

Course:

 

LMU Virtual Study Abroad: Conflict and Reconciliation

Through this virtual immersion in the Balkans, students will learn about the power of narrative for personal and cultural formation and for provoking violence or fostering peace. Participants will engage with local peacemakers, war-survivors, artists, and cultural critics. Take one or both courses. Optional remote internship also available.

Map of Croatia.

Courses:

  • PHIL 3998 Narrative and Identity

Core: Interdisciplinary Connections, Writing Flag, Oral Skills Flag

 AND/OR

  • PHIL 3998 War and Peace: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives

Core: Faith and Reason, Engaged Learning Flag

AND

  • Optional internship component

 

 How do I get started?

1. Register for the class(es) in PROWL

LMU Virtual Study Abroad: International Business Venturing & Socio-Economic Development

Register in one class from the cross-listed options below:

  • ENTR 4398  International Business Venturing & Socio-Economic Development (CRN 20729)

OR

  • INBA 4898  International Business Venturing & Socio-Economic Development (CRN 20730)

 

LMU Virtual Study Abroad: Conflict and Reconciliation

Register in one or two classes from the list below:

  • PHIL 3998  Narrative and Identity (CRN 20726)

AND/OR

  • PHIL 3998  War and Peace: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives (CRN 20727)

 

2. After you register for the class(es) you will be prompted to complete a brief program application through Study Abroad.

3. Attend the Virtual Orientation for your program.

 

What is the cost?

Students pay summer tuition to LMU.  Students pay no additional fees for the experiential global components.

 

Other questions?

Our team is happy to connect with you by email, phone, or Zoom!