
How do Italian businesses in the food, wine, fashion, and luxury sectors succeed in a changing market? Study the dynamic, innovative fields of marketing and business with particular consideration of Italian industries and economic models. Combining theory and real-world studies, this program's core courses help you develop decision-making and problem-solving skills, while gaining insight into consumer behavior, product management, entrepreneurship, supply chain relationships, marketing channels, and research. Classroom studies are complemented by visits to local businesses and meetings with entrepreneurs, giving you the opportunity to think creatively, solve problems, and collaborate with others.
Florence
8/29/16 - 12/17/16
$15,395
13 - 16
Closed
7/1/16
High School Graduate
All Levels
2.5
The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Advanced Italian | 300 | It | 60 | 4 |
Beginning Italian I | 100 | It | 60 | 4 |
Beginning Italian II | 100 | It | 60 | 4 |
Intermediate Italian I | 200 | It | 60 | 4 |
Intermediate Italian II | 200 | It | 60 | 4 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Special Topics: The Business of Art * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Family Business and Entrepreneurship | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Special Topics: The Business of Art * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Business of Food * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Fashion Marketing & Merchandising | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Fashion Marketing & Merchandising | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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The Business of Food * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Gender as a Social Construct: (re)defining Roles in Italian Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Iconography: The Secret Language of Italian Renaissance Art | 200 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Great Masters: Leonardo, Michelangelo & Raphael | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Communication & Global Competence | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Sport & Culture in Contemporary Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Culture of Food & Wine in Italy | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Gender as a Social Construct: (re)defining Roles in Italian Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Social History of the Italian Mafia * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Sport & Culture in Contemporary Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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The Politics of European Integration: an Italian Perspective * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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The Politics of European Integration: an Italian Perspective * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
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*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Florence. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
Date | Description |
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August 29
|
Arrival/Program Begins
Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Florence airport (FLR "Amerigo Vespucci") on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing. |
August 30 - September 02
|
Orientation
Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held: general orientation, academic orientation, health & safety, student fair, and time to familiarize yourself with Florence! |
September 05
|
Classes Begin
Fall semester classes begin at the CEA Florence Center on this day. |
September 09
|
Drop/Add Deadline
This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at CEA Florence Center. |
September 10
|
Excursion
CEA Excursion to Cinque Terre - Daytrip. |
September 30 - October 01
|
Excursion
CEA Excursion to Turin - Overnight. |
October 03 - 13
|
Midterm Exams
Midterm exams will be held at CEA Florence Center anytime within these two weeks. |
October 07
|
Make-Up Class
Make-Up day for Tuesday classes (November 1st holiday). All Tuesday classes will meet this day. |
October 14 - 23
|
School Break
Fall Break. No classes will be held. |
October 28
|
Make-Up Class
Make-Up day for Thursday classes (December 8th holiday). All Thursday classes will meet this day. |
November 01
|
Holiday
National holiday. The CEA Florence Center will be closed |
November 04
|
Course Withdrawal Deadline
This is the last day on which students can withdraw from a course at the CEA Florence Center and receive a "W". |
November 11
|
Excursion
CEA Excursion to Bologna - Daytrip. |
December 08
|
Holiday
National holiday. The CEA Center will be closed. |
December 12 - 15
|
Final Exams
Final exams will be held at CEA Florence Center. |
December 17
|
Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Semester End Date. Students must move out of apartments by noon. |
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.