Travel abroad opportunities

Study Abroad Virtual Fair
Learn more about study abroad by attending the Study Abroad virtual fair on September 8-11, 2020 on Instagram (@CUDenverStudyAbroad) and for Zoom drop-in hours Get details
The rapidly changing and global world demands an experienced understanding of different cultures and their business practices. By adding a study abroad component to your degree, you get an expanded perspective that will aid you in your career. The Business School's study abroad courses are offered during maymester and winterim terms. This allows you to add an international component to your education and help you graduate on time.

Due to COVID-19 the Business School will not be offering Winterim study abroad courses this year, however we do have other study abroad opportunities. See the CU Denver Study Abroad page for details.

Cuba Libre: Culture and Innovation

Approximate Price: $4,980 + airfare, personal expenses Scholarships available!

Includes: tuition and fees, shared accommodations, entrance fees, most meals, ground transportation, and international health and evacuation insurance

Not Included: International airfare, some meals, personal expenses, visa fees
(if applicable)

Program details:

  • Winterim 2024 
  • Dates: January 1, 2024 to January 14, 2024
  • 3 credits: Price $4,980 + airfare, personal expenses
  • Application due date: October 2, 2023

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By visiting Havana, Vinales, and Trinidad, you will experience the richness of the Cuban culture and the beauty of its beaches and countryside while learning about the critical role entrepreneurship is playing in today’s emerging Cuban economy.

You will gain an understanding of the complex political and economic system of one of our closest neighbors as it tries to embrace normalized relations with the world's largest economy. You will visit the Cuban countryside, the University of Havana, a tobacco farm, and go on a walking tour of "The Old City". These trips will be wrapped around presentations by Cuban economists, entrepreneurs, and artists.

Scholarships are available to help defer up to 50% of the costs. You must be admitted into the course before applying for a scholarship. Information will be sent regarding the process.

Entrepreneurship in Barcelona

Approximate Price: $5,290

Includes: tuition and fees, shared accommodations, entrance fees, some meals, and international health and evacuation insurance

Not Included: International airfare, most meals, visa fees (~$250 for US citizens), and personal expenses

Program details:

  • Maymester
  • Dates: May 15 - June 2, 2023
  • 3 credits: $5,290
  • Application due date: February 1, 2023

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Join us in Barcelona to learn about international entrepreneurship in one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in Europe. Learn about Barcelona’s startup ecosystem from local entrepreneurs.

Potential business visits and events:

  • Media-TIC building, an information and communication technology hub designed to incubate, generate, exhibit and invite new ideas and developments in information and communication technologies.
  • Attend Grinder, a global startup community event designed to educate, inspire and connect entrepreneurs.
  • Connector, an accelerator in the heart of Barcelona’s L’Eixample district and learn what businesses face in the beginning stages.

You'll also be able to tour the Dali Museum, the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Monserrat, and dip your toes in the Mediterranean.

    London Calling

    Approximate Price: $4,700

    Includes: tuition and fees, shared accommodations, entrance fees, some meals, ground transportation & international health & evacuation insurance

    Not Included: International airfare, most meals, personal expenses, and visa fees (if applicable)

    Program details:

    • Maymester
    • Dates: May 20 - June 2, 2023
    • 3 credits: Approximately $4,700
    • Application due date: February 1, 2023

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    Gain high-level access to exciting global organizations in the sports and entertainment industry. Through visiting and talking with the industry elite outside of the U.S., you'll gain a broader perspective on the industry. Read pertinent articles before visits, keep a journal, and write a reflection paper at the end of your experience.

    Tentative site visits include:

    • Chelsea Football Club 
    • All England Lawn Tennis Club/Wimbledon 
    • NFL UK, Twickenham / Rugby Football Union
    • Lord's Cricket Ground
    • The O2 Arena
    • Film & Theatre Production
    • The BBC
    • UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport

    London: Risk Management & Insurance

    Approximate Price: $TBD

    Includes: airfare, shared accommodation, ground transportation & international health & evacuation insurance

    Not Included: tuition and fees & personal expenses

    Program details:

    • Maymester
    • Dates: TBD 2023
    • 3 credits: Approximately $TBD*
    • Application due date: March 1, 2023

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    This is a unique international course of intensive study for undergraduate and graduate business and risk management students and serves as a distinctive immersion in the field of global risk management and insurance. In the first two weeks of class in Denver, you'll participate in a series of class lectures, presentations, and discussions. Then, you will travel to London, which is home to many of the world's largest insurers and reinsurers. Follow the insurance transaction from main street USA through the standard markets, surplus lines markets, and reinsurance markets.