BCIT Summer Field School in Japan

Japan , Asia Past Program Business

Recommended Credits: 6.0
Program Website: https://www.bcit.ca/business/international/fieldschool.shtml

BCIT Business Field School programs expand applied learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom, providing enriching academic and cultural experiences. Summer Field School students participate in courses led by BCIT instructors, which are supplemented with international guest speakers and guided tours. 

By attending a Field School you'll have the opportunity to receive credits for academic courses, learn about international business practices by visiting multinational companies, and ultimately, be fully immersed in the local culture. All of the events will be scheduled by the Field School program.

Japan [July 21 - August 10, 2019]

Cities: Nagoya, Tokyo, and Yokohama
Companies: Central Japan Railway Company, JAL, Kirin, Nissan, Nissin Foods, NISMO, SEGA, Sony, and Toyota
Historical and Cultural Sites: Meiji Shrine, Mori Art Museum, Nagoya Castle, Nagoya City Science Museum, National Art Center, and Studio Ghibli Museum

In your free time, you can visit Kobe, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Students attending the Field School have the opportunity to receive credit for academic courses, learn about international business practices by visiting international companies, and ultimately, to be fully immersed in the culture by means of guided tours, activities, events, sports, and interaction with local people.

Who can go: Anyone 19 years or older

What is included:

  • Two 3.0 credit courses
  • Field trips to course-related sites and companies
  • Accommodation and breakfast
  • Cultural program
  • Ground transportation
  • Free time for own travel

Early bird cost: $5,295 
Application and deposit must be received by November 15, 2018

Cost: $5,595 
Application deadline is February 15, 2019

*Dates, companies, and site visits are subject to change