International Summer School of Economics and Management
SUMMER SNAPSHOT
Gain practical experience this summer in the center of Europe's economic powerhouse, Germany! This International Summer School invites students to spend 7 weeks in the "green metropolis" of Hannover, Germany. Students attend English lectures in Economics and Business, as well as learn about German language and culture, while being able to collect course credits. Field trips to surrounding German companies and optional excursions to Munich, the home of Oktoberfest, are offered.
Hannover, Germany
Language of Instruction: English
http://www.uni-hannover.de
http://www2.wiwi.uni-hannover.de/hissema.html?&L=1
PROGRAM TYPE
ISEP-Exchange Summer for all US and I-to-I exchange member students 
COURSES
Each week, students participate in 3 lectures with 30 semester hours each. Students may obtain 4 credits per class.
1. Business: International Finance (Foreign Exchange Risk, Hedging, Country Risk Analysis, Financial Crisis, Lending Institutions in EM, Banking
2. Economics: The German Economy (German Labor Market, European Union, The Welfare State)
3. German Culture, Business and Language Class (4 excursions: Nord/LB – a German bank domiciled in Hannover; Finanz IT – an IT financial service provider; the Landtag (State Parliament) of Lower Saxony; the Volkswagen Company
CREDITS:
Participating students may receive up to 6 US credits for completion of the following components, depending on the policies of their home institution:
2 credits for the Business Administration module
2 credits for the Economics module
2 credits for the German Culture, Business , and Language Class
German Language and Culture:
German language courses have been a longstanding area of expertise at this university. The purest form of German is spoken in the Hannover region, making it an ideal place to learn the language. Intensive and engaging classes, close interaction with university faculty, and a vibrant campus life make learning German in Hannover fun, exciting, and effective. Note: Students are placed in language courses according to proficiency.
SPECIAL ACADEMIC CONSIDERATIONS
Eligible applicants must be Business or Economics majors who have completed 4 semesters of undergraduate study. Participants can earn up to 12 ECTS (6 US credits) credits for completing 3 classes (4 ECTS each) Students will have to pass a final exam in the Business and Economics modules, and are required to make presentations, prepare case studies, and submit homework referring to aspects of the cultural, economic, political, and education systems of Germany.
Please note that this program is considered by the host institution to be the equivalent of a half semester exchange (tuition, housing and meals).
Please note that credits will be awarded depending on the home university's transfer policy.
LANGUAGE NOTES
No prior German is necessary. Applicants who are non-native English speakers must submit an ISEP Language Proficiency Report or alternate proof of proficiency in English.
SEMESTER OPTIONS
See the Membership Directory for details.
PROGRAM DATES
July – August, 2013
APPLICATION DEADLINE
March 15, 2013
PROGRAM FEE
Based on tuition, housing, and meals at home university
HOUSING AND MEALS
Students are housed in dormitory accommodations with a single private bedrooms and shared kitchen and bathroom areas. All rooms are completely furnished and are equipped with television and internet access. Students receive a meal stipend to purchase food at cafeterias or grocery stores.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Four excursions to leading German companies and institutions give insights into German business culture. In addition, students can participate in an optional five-day excursion to Munich (the city of the “Oktoberfest”) The Hannover students will prepare an activity program for the international students. It usually includes an excursion to another German city such as Hamburg and other activities in the Hannover region.
PROFILE
This diversity of academic and scientific disciplines combined with high-quality research and excellent study conditions make Hannover University an attractive study abroad destination. Facilities include libraries (the TIB technical library is among the largest and best in German), research centers, the center for water-waves experiments, the production engineering center, a computer center, a sports center, and a language center.
LOCATION
Hannover is the heart of a region of about 1.2 million people and is surrounded by beautiful lakes and green forests. The city itself houses many parks and idyllic gardens, adding to the city’s reputation for being a “green metropolis.” Hannover also boasts an attractive mixture of historic and modern architecture, especially in the old city center and its modern shopping areas.