UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM
A Message from the UNDERGRADUATE DEAN At McDonough, we take pride in our global imprint and focus supported by our Jesuit heritage. In an increasingly borderless world, business continues to grow in importance and value for solving the world’s greatest challenges. Global immersions allow students to experience firsthand the realities of what is, as opposed to portrayals in the public discourse. Global leaders of the future must be equipped to tackle complex problems within shifting geopolitical and business landscapes. It is because of our fidelity to this mission that we can say with confidence that our graduates are global ready. We have been in the global business industry for more than six decades, and our faculty expertise has helped shape the strategy of every business sector. As you explore our many global immersion programs, we encourage you to imagine a world where McDonough graduates can engage in experiential opportunities in any corner or culture of the world. Global is for all because all must be part of the global tapestry of business leadership.
Patricia J. Grant, Ed.D., MBA Senior Associate Dean
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES AT MCDONOUGH At no other time has a global perspective been more important in business education. Through participation in innovative programs such as the interdisciplinary joint degree in business and global affairs, Global Business Fellows, and Global Business Experience, career exploration events such as Host a Hoya Abroad, study abroad and internship opportunities around the world, you can engage in transformational experiences to cultivate the necessary skills to succeed as a global leader. B.S. in Business and Global Affairs
A joint degree with the Walsh School of Foriegn Service. Application opens spring of each academic year. Open to first-year students.
Global Business Fellows
An interdisciplinary program with the Walsh School of Foreign Service. Application opens fall of each academic year. Open to sophomores - business students only.
Global Business Experience
A semester-long course and consulting project. Application opens fall of each academic year. Open to juniors and seniors.
Signature Summer Abroad Programs
Business programs in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region; Barcelona, Spain; and Oxford, United Kingdom.
Global Social Internships
Summer service learning internships across the globe. Open to juniors and seniors.
Semester and Full-year Study Abroad Opportunities
Available through Georgetown’s Office of Global Education.
Host a Hoya Around the World
Career exploration with alumni in various locations. Available over winter and summer breaks.
International Case Competitions
Available throughout the academic year. Open to all undergraduate students.
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B.S. IN BUSINESS AND GLOBAL AFFAIRS To prepare students to lead in an increasingly complex world, Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business and the School of Foreign Service now jointly offer a Bachelor of Science in Business and Global Affairs (BGA). The BGA is distinguished by an innovative and integrated approach to understanding the complex interactions among forces that operate at the intersection of business and international affairs. It features: • A four-year sequence of new signature courses designed and co-taught by the faculty of both schools • A diverse learning community
• On-location experiential learning in Washington, D.C., and around the world • Strong academic preparation for positions in multiple settings and sectors requiring practical experience and a global perspective
The signature course sequence extends first year through senior year, including multiple opportunities for you to engage with the rich resources of Washington, D.C. — NGOs, policy centers, government agencies, embassies, industry associations, and more. In addition, you will participate in three credit-bearing, structured experiences abroad, including one 2-3-week, multi-location international experience at the end of junior year, and two 7-10 day, single-location international experiences over spring break during your junior year and winter break during your senior year.
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GLOBAL BUSINESS FELLOWS PROGRAM The Global Business Fellows (GBF) Program is an interdisciplinary certificate program with the Walsh School of Foreign Services (SFS) that allows business students to enroll in SFS courses to help them expand their understanding of international business and public policy on a macro level. The program includes three distinct elements: INTERDISCIPLINARY CURRICULUM The program teaches fundamental principles of business with required coursework in international affairs, economics, and languages. This combination of courses enables you to conceptualize and solve challenges that impact business and public policy on a global scale.
PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAMMING You will have several opportunities to interact with economic leaders and public policy decision-makers in Washington, D.C.
GLOBAL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE The capstone of the program is the Global Business Experience (GBE) course, where student teams will partner with a multinational organization (client), on a consulting project to address the client’s business challenges. The course culminates in a weeklong, international immersion to the client’s country, affording students the opportunity to present their team’s recommendations to senior management in the client organization. Fellows have the flexibility to choose a major and minor of their choice. In addition, fellows receive a certificate at graduation and receive notation of this distinction on their university transcript.
“The GBF program has been an amazing interdisciplinary experience that has shaped my education at Georgetown. The academic component has built a strong economics foundation, and encouraged me to stretch the way I think and learn by taking classes in the School of Foreign Services (SFS) in advanced topics of interest including strategies for global business, multinational companies and global value chains, and sustainable cities and urban planning in Latin America and Asia. Aside from academics, I’m grateful to have grown close with my cohort of SFS and McDonough students and learned from the many GBF programming outside of the classroom. Overall, the GBF program has prepared me well to enter the workforce as a global citizen.”
ANANYA CHOWLA (MSB’22) “As a politics-oriented SFS student looking to learn the fundamentals of business on a global level, the GBF program was exactly what I was looking for. Through GBF, I take meaningful coursework that challenges me to think critically and globally, while also building a well-rounded skill set for the professional world. I recommend this program to any student who seeks the same opportunities.”
HENRY DAI (SFS’ 22) “Being a GBF has opened my eyes to the interdependence that exists between business and public policy. I’ve learned how events in one part of the world can and will impact events in another part of the world.”
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GLOBAL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
The Global Business Experience (GBE) is a three-credit, semester-long course that integrates business disciplines with international policy and consulting. Working with a team, you will conduct a substantive consulting project for an international business — private, public, or nonprofit — to address a complex business challenge. The projects culminate in a weeklong trip to the client organization’s location, where you will present your findings and recommendations to senior management. Projects have focused on innovation and technology in Tel Aviv, Israel; retail business in Lille, France; global wine industry in Mendoza, Argentina; consumer products in New Delhi, India; confectionary industry in Barcelona, Spain; and startups and entrepreneurship in Spain. The GBE course also counts as an elective for International Business majors. McDonough students can select from the global experience courses with a focus that fits their academic and professional objectives. To view upcoming Global Business Experience trips, visit msb.georgetown. edu/undergraduate/global-business-experience.
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“As someone fascinated by the different ways the business world operates and intent on pursuing consulting after graduation, the GBE served as the best of both worlds. My project gave me intimate and constructive client experience with extremely passionate entrepreneurs and access to wonderfully driven and special people. I also had the chance to experience so many new things, from horseback riding and white-water rafting in the Andes to authentic chorizo and maté.”
CARTER OWEN (B’20) “The Global Business Experience course was the highlight of my junior year! Having the opportunity to fully immerse myself in another culture provided unparalleled skills and opened my eyes to different ways of conducting business. It’s one thing to simply read and watch videos about another culture, but to be able to experience it firsthand is truly life-changing.”
MARVELLOUS OSAGIE-ERESE (B’20)
Students have the opportunity to work with global consulting clients from across the world, including: Barcelona, Spain • Ferrero • Hershey • Lindt • Mars • Nestle
New Delhi, India • Fabindia • Tata Group
Lille, France • Armis • Bonduelle • Canard Street • Damartex • Decathlon • Etam • Jacadi • Kiabi • Starbucks
Madrid, Spain • Uber
Mendoza, Argentina • Antigua Bodega • Arcobaleno • CaliVista • Casir dos Santos • Familia Cassone • Finca el Origen • Laur & Toneles • Luminis • Vinos de la Luz
Tel Aviv, Israel • Souktel • TransfoTech
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MCDONOUGH SUMMER ABROAD PROGRAMS
The McDonough School of Business offers signature summer programs so you can further your global experience while completing two business courses — six Georgetown credits — at wellknown institutions abroad. Programs are four to five weeks long, and courses are taught by faculty from partner universities and Georgetown McDonough. COMPARATIVE STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT Oxford, United Kingdom
This five-week program at Oxford University compares business functions in Great Britain, Western Europe, and the United States. During your stay, you will live on the campus of historic Trinity College, just a few yards from the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera, and benefit from Oxford’s traditional teaching methods in lectures, seminars, and tutorials. You also will visit leading British and U.S. firms to experience global business and intercultural exchange firsthand.
Courses:
STRT 283 (3 credits): Strategic Management FINC Electives (two 1.5 credits): Courses To Be Determined
BUSINESS ETHICS AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETING Barcelona, Spain
Immerse yourself in the study of business ethics and global marketing during this four-week program hosted at ESADE Business School in Barcelona, the dynamic capital of Spain’s Catalonia region. Taking coursework with professors from both Georgetown McDonough and ESADE, you will gain valuable insight into the ethical dimensions of business in a global setting and its impact on the environment. You will also study international marketing and learn strategies used by large corporations and small business owners to create, market, and support economic endeavors in a rapidly changing environment.
Courses:
MARK 229 (3 credits): Marketing Across the Globe STRT 230 (3 credits): Ethical Values of Business
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GLOBAL STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT: THE ASIA PACIFIC PERSPECTIVE This four-week program in partnership with an asian pacific institution will explore principles of marketing and intercultural communication in one of Asia’s most dynamic and fascinating cities. You will learn marketing and business communication through visits to prominent businesses and meetings with leaders from local and international entities to gain insight into the important role that Asia Pacific plays in advancing the global economy. In addition, you will experience the city’s unique culture, language, and customs and come to appreciate the country’s rich tradition and western democracy.
Courses:
MARK 220 (3 credits): Principles of Marketing MGMT 205 (3 credits): Intercultural Communication
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GLOBAL SOCIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Rooted in Georgetown University’s Jesuit values, the Global Social Internship Program provides a transformative experience through service learning opportunities around the world. Past internship destinations have included India, Philippines, Central America, Mexico, Peru, and South Africa. Students may intern in an industry of your choice and receive a stipend for the duration of your internship (5 or 10 weeks).
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“Interning in Mexico City allowed me to help the entrepreneurship network, Agora Partnerships, with special projects relating to impact investing and diagnosing the growth stage of startups. Not only did the experience help grow my business acumen, it also allowed me to brush up my Spanish skills. Mexico City is the most vibrant, exciting city to explore. I will cherish my experience for years to come.”
“I spent 10 weeks in the Philippines learning about sustainability, eco-tourism, and corporate social responsibility while carrying out an independent marketing project. I experienced more professional development and personal growth than I ever could have foreseen and have been able to draw connections from my summer to every single course I am taking this semester. It was truly a transformational experience.”
SAMAR AHSAN (B’20)
BAYLEY WIVELL (B’22)
ADDITIONAL GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES STUDY ABROAD
Through Georgetown’s Office of Global Education, McDonough students have numerous opportunities for study abroad at more than 100 universities and colleges in 40 countries. Most programs are completed during the third year of study and include options for fall semester, spring semester, full academic year, and summer programs.
HOST A HOYA AROUND THE WORLD This program connects undergraduate business students who live abroad to McDonough alumni in the students’ hometowns. Students spend one day shadowing Georgetown alumni at work to experience what it means to be a business leader and to get a glimpse of a particular industry.
MCDONOUGH GLOBAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION A student-run club, the McDonough Global Student Association (MGSA) was established in 2011 to provide a sense of community to and networking opportunities for international students. With nearly 200 members, MGSA organizes workshops and helps coordinate the Global Embassy Series hosted by the Undergraduate Program Office.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CASE COMPETITIONS
McDonough students have the privilege to participate in international business competitions at high-ranking business schools across the United States and around the world. Working in teams, you will solve cases and present your recommendations and strategic solutions to business executives and alumni from the host institution. Past competitions have included: Collegiate Ethics Case Competition at the University of Arizona, International Case Competition at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, Scotiabank Case Competition at Ivey Business School at Western University in Canada, the Central European Case Competition at Corvinus University in Budapest, and more.
McDonough Business Strategy Challenge
Each winter, Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business hosts students from prestigious national and international business schools to compete in a five-day nonprofit challenge. Students engage in team-building activities, learn about the significance of nonprofits and their contributions to the overall business economy, network with peers, and engage in cultural activities.
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CONTACT US For more information about global programs, please contact: Undergraduate Program Office McDonough School of Business Georgetown University Rafik B. Hariri Building, Suite 120 37th and O Streets NW Washington, DC 20057 (202) 687-3851 msbundergrad@georgetown.edu msb.georgetown.edu/undergraduate @msbundergrad
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