Field Study of the Economics of the Environment, Business, Culture and Global Sustainability

The objective of this course is to educate students on global economic, financial, international, environmental and business issues and the role each plays in promoting sustainable development. The main feature of this course is a 14 day study abroad experience in Costa Rica. Prior to the study abroad, there will be 5 face-to-face classes and a two day business sustainability retreat that will provide an introduction to the country and culture, and to the conceptual and theoretical frameworks about economics, business and sustainability that will prepare students for the field work they will carry out in Costa Rica. During the study tour proper, students will be given more in-depth lectures by faculty from INCAE (One of Latin America's leading business schools) and from Earth University, about Costa Rica, Latin America, economics, finance, business, culture, international management and sustainability issues. The classroom learning will be integrated with on-the-ground experiences, e.g. field experiences, case studies, discussions, reflections and writing assignments after each field experience. Prerequisites: ECO 1001 and/or ECO 1002, Interview and permission of the instructor and Application to Study Abroad and acceptance and interview by Director of Study Abroad.Co-requisites: ECO 3160L in Fall semester (Prior semester)