Politics, Economics & Business

Rome, Italy
Politics, Economics & Business

About the Program

Gain the practical and theoretical tools you need to thrive in a globalizing world. This interdisciplinary program, offered in collaboration with our partner LUISS University (LUISS), allows you to explore relevant topics in politics, economics, and business while building your global competence and cross-cultural communication skills. Designed for students at all levels of Italian language ability, courses at both the CEA CAPA Rome Center and LUISS complement one another, with Business, Italian language and Social Sciences taught at CEA CAPA and Politics, Philosophy, and Economics courses taught at LUISS. You'll benefit from the unique qualities and distinct learning environments of each institution.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Rome

Dates:

8/24/21 - 12/20/21

Price:

$17,595

Credits:

12 - 17

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

7/1/21

Requirements

Transcript - Official
Complete Application
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.7

Other:

Some students may attend US colleges/universities already affiliated with this host institution and therefore will not be eligible to attend this CEA program. Please call CEA for further details regarding eligibility specifics.

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $500 when you apply with code* by November 17, 2024

Where You'll Study

Libera Universita Internazionale Degli Studi Sociali

LUISS University (LUISS) was founded in the mid-1970s to provide an innovative, flexible education that allows students to feel a sense of mastery over their futures. Today, LUISS is known for it...

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CEA CAPA Rome Center

Located in the historic surroundings of Italy’s capital city, the CEA CAPA Rome Center offers interdisciplinary...

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14-17

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Enroll in 1 CEA CAPA core course, 1-3 CEA CAPA courses, 1 LUISS course, and 0-2 optional PC courses.

CEA CAPA language courses and LUISS courses meet for 60 contact hours/4 credits. CEA CAPA and PC courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. You may earn a total of up to 17 credits (270 contact hours).

CEA CAPA classes meet 1-2 times per week, Monday-Thursday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Friday. LUISS classes meet 2 times per week, Monday-Friday.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. Registration for LUISS courses takes place during your second week in Rome. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Italy. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

True Beginner Level Course Structure

Available Levels

Courses

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
Beginning Italian I 100 It 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Business Economics * 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Islam: Culture and Politics 300 En 60 4
Mediterranean Studies 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Trade 300 En 60 4
Macroeconomics 200 En 60 4
Microeconomics 200 En 60 4
Principles of Economics 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Financial Markets & Institutions 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Comparative History of Political Systems * 300 En 60 4
Contemporary History 200 En 60 4
European Institutional History 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of International Relations 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Law 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mathematics 1 200 En 60 4
Mathematics 2 200 En 60 4
Statistics 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Methods of Social Research 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Comparative Politics 300 En 60 4
Health Care Policy 300 En 60 4
History of Political Thought (Distributive Justice) 300 En 60 4
International Public Policies * 300 En 60 4
Italian Political System 300 En 60 4
Political Science 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Angels, Demons & Artists in Rome: Art through the Ages * 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Basic Operations Research Laboratory * 300 En 15 1
Business Ethics & Management in a Global Context 300 En 45 3
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Immigration, Race & Identity in Contemporary Italy * 300 En 45 3
The Culture of Food & Wine in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Intermediate Financial Management 300 En 45 3
International Finance 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior - An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Basic Operations Research Laboratory * 300 En 15 1
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Marketing * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Ethics: Humans, Culture & Sustainability * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Photography in Rome 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior - An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Positive Psychology 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Immigration, Race & Identity in Contemporary Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Ethics: Humans, Culture & Sustainability * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The New Testament in the Eternal City * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication & Global Competence - Virtual 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*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.

Excursions

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.

What's Included in your Program

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 Rome. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

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
August 24
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Rome FCO Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

August 25 - 28
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

August 30
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA Rome Center on this day.

September 06
Drop/Add Deadline

This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at CEA.

September 13
Classes Begin

Classes begin at LUISS on this day.

September 17
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for November 25th.

October 15
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for November 1st.

November 01
Holiday

All Saints' Day. No classes will be held.

November 25 - 26
Holiday

Thanksgiving Break. No classes will be held.

November 29 - December 03
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at CEA Rome Center.

December 20
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than noon this day.

Sample Budget

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.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$17,595
$17,595
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$210
$210
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$190
$830
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$1,838
$4,725
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$2,100
$3,150
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,575
$3,675
TOTAL EXPENSES $24,308 $32,160