Winterim 2025 - International Experience
During Winterim 2025, the UW MBA Consortium will be holding its first international experience in the vibrant cities of Madrid, Spain, and Lisbon, Portugal. This unique 1-credit directed project course will give students the chance to immerse themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of Spain and Portugal by participating in curated city tours and authentic cultural experiences that offer invaluable insights into the societal influences on business operations. This experience is also designed to deepen students’ understanding of the diverse economic environments and business practices in the Iberian Peninsula. Through direct engagement with local, regional, national, and international companies, students will explore the unique challenges and opportunities that shape the region's markets.
- Trip Overview
- Estimated Costs
- Withdrawal/Cancellation Charge
- Pre-Trip Timeline
- Informational Webinar (recorded Sept. 5)
- Registration Process
- Questions?
Trip Overview
Time Frame: January 2025 (Trip dates are 1/11/25 –1/20/25)
Destination: Lisbon, Portugal and Madrid, Spain
Lodging: 4-star hotel (Jupiter Lisboa Hotel in Lisbon and AC Hotel Avenida de America Hotel in Madrid)
Course Information: 1-credit faculty-led directed project course (MBA 796)
Group Size: Aiming for a group of 15-25 students plus two Consortium faculty/staff members
Sample Activities:
- Business meetings with high-level business executives
- City tour of Lisbon
- City tour of Madrid
- Vineyard visit with wine tasting
- Sintra (with National Palace of Pena entrance) and Cascais excursion tour
Estimated Costs
Paid to the University (billed on student's account)
| Land Package (includes lodging, ground transportation for group activities (private bus), business visits, cultural activities, some hosted meals, an app with live itinerary) | $2,597- $3,098 (costs may vary depending on group size) |
| Internal Airfare (Lisbon to Madrid) | $175 |
| Course Tuition (1 credit) | $850 |
Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) Insurance |
$18.61 |
| Administrative fees | $100 |
| Total | $3,740.61 - $4,241.61 |
Additional Costs to Expect
| International Airfare (round-trip) | $600-$800 (depending on where students are located) |
| Passport Fees (if applicable) | $160 |
| Additional hotel selections paid to Austral Group via registration site (e.g., single room supplement, extra nights, etc.) | Varies |
| Meals not included (meals included in the package are a welcome dinner at an exclusive Lisbon restaurant, a farewell dinner at an exclusive Madrid restaurant, and complimentary breakfast at the hotels) | Varies |
| Personal Expenses | Varies |
Withdrawal/Cancellation Charge
In the event that a registered student needs to withdraw from the course and cancel the international experience, they will be responsible for contacting their program advisor and course instructor to complete the required forms. The student will also incur a withdrawal/cancellation charge of:
| 0% of the total charges for any withdrawal/cancellation between 9/9/2024 – 10/11/2024 |
| 25% of the total charges for any withdrawal/cancellation between 10/12/2024 – 11/9/2024 |
| 50% of the total charges for any withdrawal/cancellation between 11/10/2024 – 12/9/2024 |
| 75% of the total charges for any withdrawal/cancellation between 12/10/2024 – 12/24/2024 |
| 100% of the total charges for any withdrawal/cancellation between 12/25/2024 – 1/9/2025 |
Pre-Trip Timeline
Date |
Activity/Deadline |
9/5/2024 |
Virtual Student Info Session |
9/9/2024 (week of) |
Online registration site goes live |
9/16 - 11/16/2024 |
Purchase international flights to and from destinations (booking group will be established with Fox World Travel) |
10/3/2024 |
Online registration closes |
10/7/2024 |
Students register for MBA 796.840 via CampS |
10/13/2024 |
Deadline to make any changes to hotel selections (e.g., single room supplement, extra nights, etc.) |
10/14/2024 (week of) |
Flights from Lisbon to Madrid are purchased by Austral Group |
11/5/2024 |
Canvas course opens |
11/5 - 12/31/2024 |
Students complete and participate in pre-trip activities and modules via Canvas course (including virtual meetings (dates TBD)) |
1/11/2025 |
Start of the program |
Informational Webinar (recorded Sept. 5)
View slideshow with more details and FAQs
Registration Process
Enrollment involves a two-part registration process:
Step 1: Register on Austral Group’s Platform
Students must first register through the Austral Group’s registration platform. Please note that registration on this platform will close on October 3, 2024.
Step 2: Enroll in the Course on CampS
Once registered with Austral Group, the MBA staff will send an email to confirm permission for students to enroll in the course MBA 796.840 in CampS. Enrollment in CampS should be completed between October 7-11, 2024.
Questions?
If you have questions that are not answered on this page, on the registration website, or in the informational webinar/slideshow, reach out to Pang Kou Khang at mba@uwec.edu.