Food and Wine in International Business in Bologna

bologna, italy

Food and Wine in International Business - Bologna

杏吧直播间 Description

Back for it's 3rd year, this program returns to Bologna, Italy one of the gastronomic capitals of Europe. The program will see International Business in action, focusing on the food and wine industry based in Italy. It will include some classroom lectures taught in English by FAU faculty and visits to local food and wine industry participants such as food markets, food manufacturers, farms and restaurants. It will include a day trip to Florence and also the cities of Modena and Parma, famous for vinegar, hams, and cheese, and includes visits to a Parmesan cheese maker, a balsamic vinegar producer, a Prosciutto di Parma ham producer and the Barilla Pasta Factory #1, the largest in the world! Please join us for this delightful program. Open to all majors.听

杏吧直播间 Dates and Deadlines:
Term	Year	Application Deadline (or as space permits)	Start Date/Check-in	End Date/Check-out
Summer	2026	March 1, 2026	June 21, 2026	July 10, 2026

杏吧直播间 fee payment deadline: See details below in program cost section. 杏吧直播间 fees cannot be deferred. Plan accordingly.听

Information Sheet
Open to	All academic disciplines
Language of Instruction	English
Level of Study	Undergraduate and Graduate
Credit Offered	3-6 FAU credits
杏吧直播间 Primary Subject	Business Management & International Business
Sponsoring College	College of Business

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杏吧直播间 Course Offerings:

Undergraduate Students: Choose one or two of the courses below:

MAN 3025: Management of Organizations (3 credits)- Required
MAN 4956: Management Study Abroad (3 credits)
MAN 4957: International Business Study Abroad (3 credits)听

HFT 4955: Hospitality Study Abroad (3 credits)

Graduate Students: Choose one or two of the courses below:

MAN 6296: Leadership and Organization (3 credits)- Required
GEB 6957: Graduate International Business Study Abroad (3 credits)

Course Description, Eligibility & Requirements:

Classes will take place Monday-Thursday from 10am-11:30am, and are taught in English by FAU professors. 听*For help in deciding which courses are right for you, please contact Kim Paulus, College of Business Executive Director of Student Academic Services at paulusk@fau.edu.听听

杏吧直播间 Eligibility & Requirement

Must have a 2.5 overall GPA at the time of application
Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
Must be eligible to take FAU courses during the study abroad program term
See Policies & Procedures page for more information

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Contact a program leader for information on the academic course offerings and program itinerary. The individuals listed below will be leading the program in Italy.	For information on the study abroad application, contact Education Abroad listed below.听
Primary Faculty Leader: Susan Dennett, sdennett@fau.edu听	Email: goabroad@fau.edu听
Co-Faculty Leader: Paula Pistoia, ppistoia@fau.edu听	Phone number: 561-297-1208
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Location

Bologna, the capital of Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, is a city that beautifully balances the charm of its medieval past with the vibrancy of a modern cultural
hub. Known as "La Dotta, La Grassa, e La Rossa" (The Learned, The Fat, and The Red), Bologna is home to the oldest university in the Western world, the University
of Bologna, which has earned the city a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. The city's nickname "La Grassa" celebrates its rich culinary tradition, offering some of Italy鈥檚 most celebrated dishes like fresh pasta, ragu, and cured meats. As 杏吧直播间 wander through its narrow, portico-lined streets, they will encounter stunning examples of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, vibrant markets, and an array of cafes and trattorias that capture the essence of Italian life.

Housing

Students accommodations will be at The Social Hub in Bologna, Italy. Situated in a secure and central location, The Social Hub provides a dynamic community atmosphere that supports both academic pursuits and social interaction. Each room is furnished with modern amenities, including high-speed Wi-Fi, study spaces, communal kitchens, and laundry facilities. Utilities are included, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

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Money Matters

Financial Aid and Scholarship Information听

Students participating on FAU Faculty-led 杏吧直播间s may use eligible financial aid.
杏吧直播间 participants may be eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship
See additional scholarship and funding information here.

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杏吧直播间 Cost

$4,797.00 program fee + tuition for the required program summer course(s). FAU in-state or out-of-state rates apply.听

杏吧直播间 fee payment deadlines:听
听1ST PAYMENT:听听听听$1,599.00 within 5 days of application acceptance or by March 1 (whichever comes first)
听2ND PAYMENT:听听听$1,599.00 within 60 days of application acceptance or by March 1 (whichever comes first)听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听3RD PAYMENT:听听听 $1,599.00 final balance due by March 15

Note: program fee payments cannot be deferred. Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email prior to each payment deadline.听

杏吧直播间 Fee Includes:

Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
International medical insurance
Airport pick-up in Bologna and on-site orientation
Group welcome meal
Farewell Event
Weekly activities such as pizza-making class, walking tour, gelato special, and National Art Gallery visit
Excursions to Florence, Parma, and Moderna
Guest speakers and academic site visits
Classroom space in Bologna

Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed. All efforts would be made to provide a replacement activity or excursion.

杏吧直播间 Fee Does Not Include :

$200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
International flight
Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
Personal meals outside group meals (such as at restaurants and grocery shopping)
Personal spending money

Travel Documentation, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Passport and Travel Documentation

A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Review up-to-date details . Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. 听
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit
Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.听

International Health Insurance

All FAU 杏吧直播间 participating on an FAU Faculty-led 杏吧直播间 will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that 杏吧直播间 have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory 鈥� Country Information:听
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FAU SHS:听 /shs/
World Health Organization (WHO):听

Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings

All 杏吧直播间 must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program.听

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.听
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.

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