International Business Seminars

International Business Seminars - Winter South America

Winter South America

Dates: January 1 - 13, 2024
Locations: Buenos Aires, Argentina and Santiago, Chile


The Winter South America Seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside of the traditional classroom. While traveling abroad, students will learn about South American culture, history, customs, politics, and international business practices. Most importantly, students will observe how these business practices are different from the United States.

Seminar Highlights:

Destinations:

  • Visit Buenos Aires, Argentina and Santiago, Chile.
  • Experience cultural activities, free time to explore, and a variety of outdoor excursions.
  • Participate in city tours to see the most well-known attractions and more.

Business Experience:

  • Learn from business executives at global companies such as the Fundacion Chile, the American Chamber of Commerce, and more.
  • View international business practices in a variety of industries, including: finance, marketing, economics, and more.
  • Experience an opportunity to network with global executives, like-minded students, and university professors.

Accommodations:

  • Stay in 4-star hotels with front-lobby security.
  • Enjoy predeparture advising as well as faculty support to ensure you are prepared before and throughout the seminar.
  • IBS organizes all your travel details to allow you to focus on learning from business leaders, building relationships, and enjoying your free time.

Itinerary:

DateTimeScheduleLodging
MON
January 1
Depart USA
TUE
January 2
Morning

Afternoon
Arrive in Buenos Aires

Half-day City Tour
Buenos Aires
WED
January 3
Morning

Afternoon

Evening
Orientation with Guest Speaker - Argentine history, culture, and business etiquette

American Chamber of Commerce

Welcome Dinner and Orientation
Buenos Aires
THU
January 4
Noon

Afternoon
Hard Rock Café

Tango Show with Dinner
Buenos Aires
FRI
January 5
Morning

Afternoon
Business Visit

Business Visit
Buenos Aires
SAT
January 6
MorningDay Excursion to Colonia, UruguayBuenos Aires
SUN
January 7
Morning

4:15 PM
Flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago

City Orientation
Santiago
MON
January 8
Morning

Afternoon
U.S. Embassy

Santiago City Tour
Santiago
TUE
January 9
Morning

Afternoon
Fundacion Chile

Business Visit
Santiago
WED
January 10
Morning

Afternoon
Business Visit

Business Visit
Santiago
THU
January 11
10:00 AM

2:00 PM
Day trip to Valparaíso and Viña del MarSantiago
FRI
January 12
Free day to explore SantiagoSantiago
SAT
January 13
EveningReturn to USA

*Itinerary subject to change 

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