Minnesota State is requesting proposals from education abroad and away vendors to implement a faculty-led program in Europe (specifically: Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland) focused on providing students a unique opportunity to gain global perspectives in the sports industry. This is to be accomplished by immersing the students in different cultures and business environments, and offering real-world case studies, networking opportunities with industry professionals, and exposure to diverse sports markets through facility tours and expert seminar/panel lectures not available to the general public. This hands-on experience should not only enhance the students’ academic knowledge but also build essential skills such as cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and problem-solving and provide students the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of international sports management practices, marketing strategies, and organizational behavior, all of which are invaluable for their future careers in the global sports business arena. This location was specifically chosen because our most recent faculty-led program was to Iceland and the Netherlands and we are seeking new locations and venues to share with our students.
