International HR Global Business Expedition

Group photo from 2023 at Parque Lage

Master of Human Resources Management, MBA students, and 4th year HR specializations should jump on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity take an elective while studying abroad! This course is intended to offer the participant the opportunity to gain insights and compare the cultures, business environment and HR practices in Brazil with those practiced in the United States. You’ll have the chance to take what you’ve learned in class and see it applied as you meet with multi-national and/or Brazilian companies. When you’re not meeting with business leaders, soak up the cultural sites of Rio de Janeiro, including the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, Olympic Boulevard, the Selaron Steps, and more. There will also be a day trip to Sinal do Vale, a center for the regeneration of ecosystems, communities and individuals. Previous business visits include Robert Half, Vale, Petrobras, TV Globo, FESA Group, KPMG, and Subsea 7 (subject to change). 

This program will also feature a case competition/consulting project that will reflect the learning objectives of the course. 

More Information and Application

  • General Information

    Locations: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    Travel Dates: March 8 - March 16, 2024
    Class Enrollment:  Saturday, February 24 from 10am - 2pm and Saturday, March 2 from 10am - 2pm 
    Academic Credit: BUSMHR 7325- International Human Resource Management (1.5 credits), undergraduate course number will differ
    Faculty: Bruce Bellner
    Program Fee: $2660
    Application Deadline EXTENDED:  November 8, 2023
    Information Sessions:

    • You can watch a recording of our information session here to learn more about the program, hear from the program manager, the faculty lead, and an alumnus from last year's program. 
  • Eligibility

    In order to be eligible to apply for this program, students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA at the time of travel and meet OIA's General Eligibility Requirements and Conditions for Participation.  

    Applicants must: 

    • Be enrolled as graduate-level MHRM or MBA student at Ohio State + graduating May 2024 or later OR be a 4th year Fisher student with a specialization in Human Resources
    • Include an updated resume in their application
    • Have no student record actions of "Warning," "Probation" or "Probation by Special Action"

     

    All students will also be required to participate in on-campus pre-departure orientations organized by the Office of International Affairs.

     

  • Next Steps

     

    1. Read the program brochure. 
    2. Attend an information session (see "Announcements" tab on the brochure for up to date times and links).
    3. Ask clarifying questions: Email the program manager for inquiries not covered in the information session (contact information is listed at the bottom of the page). 
    4. Review the "Finance" tab on the program brochure. 
    5. Apply for scholarships: If you have a declared major in Fisher, you will be eligible for the Fisher Global Grant. 
    6. Clear your schedule: If you are accepted into this program, you must be able to attend the required course (see the "Academics" tab on the brochure for course information). 

    7. If you're an international student, review the FAQ's about studying abroad as an international student. 

    8. Apply for the program! As you sit down to access the application, make sure you have:

      • Your passport number. If you have not received your passport, or have not yet applied for one, you may still complete the online application, but remember that you may not participate in a study abroad program without a valid passport. Passports are taking up to 18 weeks, so please make sure you have ample time to apply for or renew an expired passport. 
      • Your Ohio State advising report, saved as a PDF to attach to the application.
      • Names and contact information of the individuals you would like contacted in case of an emergency.

      • A $150 application fee is required for all education abroad program applications. Should you choose to start an application, you will be notified to pay the application fee when it has been assigned as a material due. This application fee will be refunded only if you are not accepted to your study abroad program, if your program is canceled or if you withdraw your application prior to the application deadline.