• Carlson School Senior level undergraduate students
• Classes will be a mix of international students

• 12 graduate elective credits
• Grading is S-N basis

The program is open to Carlson graduate and senior level undergraduate students in good academic standing, with a GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.

Cologne is Germany's fourth largest city. The cultural and economic capital of the Rhineland region, Cologne has a vibrant art scene and is known throughout Germany for being a major media center.

The University of Cologne is a leading European MBA program and has formed strong strategic partnerships with research and commercial leaders in the region. As one of the largest universities in Germany, it offers students unparalleled opportunities. The Cologne International Summer Program (CISP) brings together students from across the world for a unique opportunity to study European management in an intercultural classroom environment.

See Quick Links to the right for detailed information from the partner school.

Students take 4 classes Monday–Friday over 4 weeks on topics such as risk management, customer relationship management, the Euro, and European economic policies. The business project is a consultatory-like project where students work independently and are co-tutored by academics and company representatives. Past projects cooperated with Detsch Lufthansa AG, A.T. Kearney and Haniel.

Students are housed in single rooms at residencies within a close distance to the University. Breakfast is provided. Students have access to the University dining halls for lunch and dinner for an inexpensive fee. Homestays with host families are also an option.

The program fee is $1,000, which covers program administration, international health insurance, course materials, group excursions, and transportation passes in Cologne. Students should budget approximately $1,500 to $2,000 for housing and miscellaneous living expenses. Airfare, meals, personal travel and expenses are not covered by the program fee.

The 12 academic credits for this program will be charged at the University of Minnesota Part-Time MBA per-credit resident rate for 2010–2011. Please see One Stop for more information about tuition and fees.

Fees are based on estimates and may change due to international economic factors. This information applies to 2010–2011 programs. For information on 2009–2010 programs, please contact International Programs.

Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. See Costs & Billing for additional information on financial aid and scholarships.

To apply, please visit the Apply page. Students will be charged a $50 application fee.

The application deadline is February 15, 2011 (rolling admission).

Once students submit an application, they will be informed of their status within 4 weeks of the deadline. Once selected, students will be charged a $500 non-refundable deposit in order to confirm a place in the program.