The University of Cologne is among the Top 10 European MBA programs and has long enjoyed a reputation for academic excellence in Germany’s fourth largest city. A variety of business topics, taught in English, await ambitious students looking to leverage their Carlson School degree with a semester at one of the world’s premier business institutions. Considering that Germany accounts for nearly 5% of all US foreign trade, the importance of first-hand knowledge, exposure, and expertise has never been more important.

The University of Cologne, in addition to being ranked among top European business educators, is rooted in a wide and rewarding international network. Along with institutional membership in globally renowned networks and contributing to many innovative models of inter-university cooperation, the university has developed close ties to the international corporate community. Many of the faculty are leaders of industry in their fields of expertise. The International Relations Centre has become a body for both creation and development.

Cologne is located on the ancient trade route along the river Rhine and has thus been an international city for centuries. Indeed, twenty percent of the city’s current populace is non-German born. Cologne is the European headquarters of Ford Motor Company and the German headquarters for numerous international firms like Sony and Sara Lee. Located in the heart of the European Union, Cologne is also a massive transport hub serving major airlines and students have ready access to all of Europe.

• Carlson Junior or Senior (at time of exchange)
• Good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Additional criteria may apply

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status or sexual orientation.

You will receive 15 S/N Carlson School International Business (IBUS 5100) credits for your semester at the University of Cologne. Students enroll in a total of 30 ECTS credits to earn 15 Carlson School credits. Contact you adviser or International Programs for a list of Cologne courses that have been evaluated to meet Carlson School requirements.

Qualified Carlson School seniors enjoy rare access to elite graduate level courses abroad at the University of Cologne. Students enroll in the International Business & Politics Program for a semester and choose from a diverse set of topics. Broad topic areas of Management and Economics offer many interesting courses. A select few examples include:

• Designing Virtual Corporations
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• State Collapse & International Business in War Economies
• Global Business Strategy

For more information on the University of Cologne and available courses visit their website.

Housing is arranged for students in private apartments or rooms in residence halls and the International Relations Centre has a 100% success rate in finding housing for students. Housing will be announced prior to your arrival in Cologne for the semester.

These estimates will vary based on student preference and exchange rates. All details subject to change based on economic and international factors.

Program Fee: (includes tuition, fees & int'l health insurance)	$6,767
Transportation (to and from program site):	$1,200
Documentation (passport, visa, immunization, additional health insurance):	$200
Books & Materials	$200
Room and/or Board:	$4,300
Essential Daily Living Expenses:	$1,500
Miscellaneous:	$1,000
Total:	$15,167

*Financial Aid may be applied to study abroad programs.

Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. Visit the funding your education abroad for additional information on financial aid and scholarships.

Application materials include the online application form, a resume, and essay. Submit a completed application by the February 28th Priority Deadline prior to the academic year in which you wish to participate. Programs that do not fill following the priority deadline will be reviewed on a rolling-admissions basis.

Admission to all programs is based on review of your application by the study abroad selection committee. Applications will be reviewed following the deadline and you will be notified of your status by official letter in April. Once selected, you will be asked to pay a $500 deposit in order to confirm your place in the program.

Kirsten Alexejun
Coordinator
Global Immersion
International Programs
Carlson School of Management 4-104
Phone: 612-624-7867
Fax: 612-624-8248
alexejun@umn.edu

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