Business in Germany
Program Leader: Carol Finnegan & Andrea Brehm
Program Information
Join UCCS College of Business and German language faculty Dr. Finnegan & Andrea Brehm during Spring Break 2025 in Germany! This will be a global immersive experience based in historic Cologne. This is a short-term program that features cultural activities, factory visits, and in-country shopping research.
Course and Credit Information
Undergraduate Credit: 3 credits INTB 4613 Germany Study Abroad OR German language/culture GER 3500/FCS 3890
Graduate Credit: 3 credits INTB 6993
Students can opt to participate in the program not for credit. Priority acceptance will be given to those students seeking credit.
Dates and Itinerary
The trip will run March 21st through March 30th and the tentative itinerary is:
March 21st: Depart for Frankfurt
March 22nd: Arrival in Frankfurt, short train to Cologne, Welcome Dinner
March 23rd: Cologne City Tour
March 24th: football stadium tour and visit to the Chocolate museum
March 25th: Day trip to Brussels, Belgium to tour the European Parliament and visit the Grand Place
March 26th: Visit Bonn and take a tour of UPS operations
March 27th: Company visit and meet with students at Cologne Business School
March 28th: Visit Brühl castle and take a brewery tour
March 29th: Free time for students
March 30th: Return to the US
Cost and Payment Information
Estimated Total Program Cost: $1,817
The estimated total program cost breaks down as follows:
- $317 International Affairs non-refundable Education Abroad registration fee (due December 1st, 2024)
- $1,500 program fee (non-refundable payment due to Cologne in 2 payments, dates TBD)
Included in the program fee are the following items:
- Hotel and ground transportation
- Meals listed on the itinerary
- Entrance fees to any sites listed on the itinerary
- Travel medical insurance
NOT included in the program cost are:
- UCCS tuition (if taken for credit)
- Additional meals
- Tipping and personal spending money
- Round trip flight to Germany (estimated at $1,200)
- Travel/trip protection insurance
**Please note that students seeking credit will be billed tuition on their UCCS account at their regular student rate for the term.**
Housing
All housing accommodations are in a 4-star hotel with breakfast provided. The hotel offers internet access, double occupancy rooms, and dining facilities.
Passports and Immigration
All participants need to have a valid passport to participate in this program. The passport needs to be valid at least 6 months after the anticipated return date to the US. Participants holding a U.S. Passport do not need a visa or additional permission for this program. Those who do not hold a U.S. Passport should check with the closest embassy or consulate for the country they hold their passport from for entry requirements.
Information on how to obtain a U.S. Passport can be found on our
website.
Health and Safety
Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The
U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information.