Advancing the Participation of Business Students in Study Abroad Programs

Dr. Zahir A. Quraeshi
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Mushtaq Luqmani
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Ann Veeck
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Abstract

Internationalizing” the curriculum is a pivotal objective of most U.S. business schools; a common internationalization initiative is to encourage business students to participate in Study Abroad programs. Our survey of 1300 undergraduate business students indicates that students are well aware of the benefits of Study Abroad, but that perceived obstacles to participation vary significantly according to different class levels (freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors). The findings suggest that as Study Abroad initiatives mature, targeted strategies should be used to promote Study Abroad to undergraduate business students. We suggest strategies to engage students during each of four phases over a business student’s university career: an “initiation” phase a “reinforcement” phase, a “diversified experiences” phase and a “career enhancement” phase.

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Dr. Zahir A. Quraeshi, Mushtaq Luqmani, Ann Veeck. 1970. "Advancing the Participation of Business Students in Study Abroad Programs". Global Journal of Management and Business Research - A: Administration & Management GJMBR-A Volume 12 (GJMBR Volume 12 Issue A11).

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Crossref Journal DOI 10.17406/GJMBR

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foreign study programsglobal business educationInternationalization of curriculumStudy abroadstudy abroad promotion
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  • Submission ReceivedMay 8, 2012
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  • Accepted June 6, 2012
  • Published June 19, 2012
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Advancing the Participation of Business Students in Study Abroad Programs

Dr. Quraeshi
Dr. Quraeshi Western Michigan University
Mushtaq Luqmani
Mushtaq Luqmani
Ann Veeck
Ann Veeck
  • Submission ReceivedMay 8, 2012
  • Peer Review Double Blind
    Handling Editor
  • Accepted June 6, 2012
  • Published June 19, 2012