Overview
Asia Field Studies – South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand
Immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of Korea, Vietnam and Thailand, where you will gain the skills and knowledge to navigate business and cultural realms in an increasingly interconnected world.
Join us on an exciting journey that will take you across Asia to deepen your understanding of how business and historical culture intersect. Instructors Kenneth Wong and Avram Agov will lead you through a 24-day itinerary to South Korea (Seoul and Asan), Vietnam (Hanoi and Da Nang) and Thailand (Bangkok), packed full of experiential learning through visits to local businesses, as well as historical and cultural sites. You'll gain valuable international and cross-cultural experience while putting your knowledge to test.
Each city will be a unique classroom, offering lessons in unexpected places such as airports, subways, and even the night markets and convenience stores – all illustrating the important social, economic and political landscapes. You will be able to actively observe and appreciate the enormous scale of modernization as well as efficiency of South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand, driven by their enthusiastic and energetic populace, in a business context heavily influenced by rich culture.
Earn university-transferrable credits while you travel
The Asia Field Studies program includes 6 credits:
Equivalent to:
INTB 2000: Introduction to International Business
ASIA 3386: Asian Century: Modern Korea
Total: 6 university-transfer credits
Field Studies dates:
- Early May to early June 2025