International Study Tour

Objective: The International Study Tour takes you inside individual companies and industries abroad and gives you an overview of the broader economic, political, social, and cultural factors that influence business opportunities and practice.

The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business understands that in order for its students to become tomorrow's business leaders they must gain knowledge, experience and skills that allow them to operate successfully within the context of a global business environment. The Huntsman School is committed to providing its students with experiences that prepare them to be effective and influential business professionals as well as leaders.

The international graduate study tour provides students with an opportunity to learn first-hand how globalized businesses work. Students meet with managers and directors in a variety of companies and learn how they maintain their brand while operating in diverse cultural and economic environments. Students will gain a better understanding of the dynamics and issues involved in a global business environment.

Visits will focus on companies in various stages of implementing the philosophy of operational excellence (lean). The graduate study tour is differentiated from others by having executives, well versed in operational excellence, meet with each group. These executives open doors to companies that share their challenges, successes, and strategic business plans. The study tour provides an unparalleled experience in learning about operational excellence on a global scale.