GSBE Graduate Study Abroad Europe is a 13-day international business program designed for MBA, MAcc, and MTax students to gain firsthand experience with global business operations in France, Switzerland, and Germany. Through business visits, cultural excursions, university collaborations, and guided discussions, students will explore differences in business climate, leadership, economic factors, and socio-political environments across the EU.
The program includes visits to partner institutions such as Kedge University in Paris, the European Central Bank region, and major companies in Paris, Zurich, Munich, and Hof. Students will also participate in cultural activities and structured academic reflection through journals, readings, and presentations.
Selection Criteria:
- Must possess a valid passport.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Must be a current student in WSU MBA, MAcc, or MTax program.
- Advanced undergraduate GSBE students may enroll beginning of Friday, February 13th, if space is available. Other graduate students may enroll on limited basis.
- Must be able to walk long distances, sometimes on uneven surfaces.
- Immediate family members (non-minors) may participate but students receive priority.
Prerequisites:
- Admission into MBA, MAcc, or MTax program.
- Limited enrollment possible for other WSU graduate programs and advanced GSBE undergraduates.
Destination:
- Paris, France
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Munich & Hof, Germany
Program Travel Dates:
May 1st – May 13th, 2026