Welcome to FIU Business Study Abroad!
The College of Business at Florida International University is a premier provider of quality study abroad programs.
Our office works closely with the Office of Education Abroad to help our students as they prepare for their international journey.
We offer numerous study abroad options for undergraduate and graduate business students seeking the opportunity to study outside of the United States. Programs are available to fit many student schedules and time considerations.
For more information on any of our program offerings, or to learn more about study abroad, please contact globiz@fiu.edu.
Faculty-Led Programs
The College of Business faculty-led programs are conducted by experienced Professors who have traveled widely, both personally and under the auspices of the College of Business. Programs are tailored to take the greatest advantage of changes in global business, cultural, sociological, and technological developments.
Stay tuned for our current program offerings!
International Business in Dubai, UAE & Bangkok, Thailand / Winter Break 2025
Join faculty leaders Dr. Doreen Gooden & Dr. David Wernick on this exciting study abroad program to Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Bangkok, Thailand! Learn about international business in two exciting markets while experiencing rich and vibrant cultures.
Business Marketing and Logistics in Portugal and Spain / Spring Break 2026
Join Marketing Professor Elisabeth Beristain and Logistics & Supply Management Professor Ron Mesia as they embark on an unforgettable adventure during Spring Break 2026, from February 20 to February 28, with our 9-day study abroad program in Lisbon, Portugal, and Valencia, Spain! Travels include a day trip to Sintra, Portugal. Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant cultures, and stunning landscapes of these iconic cities while gaining a global perspective and earning academic credits toward graduation.
Business Marketing & Logistics at Sea / Summer A 2026
Set sail on a 13-night transatlantic adventure with our study abroad cruise program, taking place from April 25 to May 8—from Port Canaveral to Southampton, England, with stops in Bermuda; Ponta Delgada, Azores; and Lisbon, Portugal! Join Marketing Professor Elisabeth Beristain and Logistics & Supply Chain Management Professor Ron Mesia for an immersive academic experience designed to maximize both learning and enjoyment.
Coming Soon
International Business in Europe
Spring Break 2026
Dates TBA
Past Study Abroad Programs
2025
- Japan and South Korea
Summer B 2025
June 21 to July 1, 2025 (CLOSED)
Led by faculty leaders Dr. Doreen Gooden & Dr. David Wernick, this study abroad program offers students an exceptional opportunity to explore international business in two of Asia's most influential economies—Japan and South Korea. Through a combination of classroom learning and immersive cultural experiences, students will gain firsthand insights into the business practices, economic landscapes, and global strategies of companies in both countries.
- Business Marketing at Sea
Summer A 2025
April 28 – May 12, 2025 (CLOSED)
Set sail on a journey with our 14-night transatlantic cruise study abroad program from Miami to Southampton, England with stops in Bermuda, Ponta Delgada, Lisbon, and Vigo! Join Professors Elisabeth Beristain and Tim Birrittella in this immersive academic excursion designed to maximize learning and fun.
- Madrid, Spain & Lisbon, Portugal
Spring Break 2025
February 22 - March 1, 2025 (CLOSED)
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Professors Elisabeth Beristain and Vivian Chen on our 9-day study abroad program in Lisbon, Portugal, and Madrid, Spain! Travels include a day trip to Toledo, Spain. Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant cultures, and stunning landscapes of these iconic cities while learning about marketing from a global perspective and earning academic credits toward graduation.
2024
- Dubai, UAE & Bangkok, Thailand
Winter Break 2024
December 13-23, 2024 (CLOSED)
Join faculty leaders Dr. Doreen Gooden & Dr. David Wernick on this exciting study abroad program to Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Bangkok, Thailand! Learn about international business in two exciting markets while experiencing rich and vibrant cultures.
- Canada, Spain, Portugal, UK, France, Italy, Germany and Thailand
Summer 2024 (CLOSED)
Montreal, Canada; Madrid, Spain; UK; Lisbon, Portugal; Paris, France; Milan, Italy; Frankfurt, Germany and Bangkok, Thailand
- Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Summer 2024
June 22 - July 4, 2024 (CLOSED)
This study abroad program is conducted within the context of management and international business courses offered by the College of Business and offers the unique opportunity for a limited number of students to gain knowledge about conducting business in another culture/foreign environment, and to obtain specific in-country experiences regarding international business and management opportunities in foreign countries.
- Italy and England Spring 2024
Italy and England Spring 2024
November 1, 2023 (CLOSED)
FIU Genoa Center, Italy and Alnwick Castle, England
2023
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Doha, Qatar
December 8-19, 2023 (CLOSED)
Join faculty leaders, Elisabeth Beristain and Doreen Gooden on this transformative learning experience. This program provides students with a unique opportunity to experience different cultures and learn how business is conducted in Dubai and Doha.
International Student Exchange
FOR FIU STUDENTS GOING ABROAD: Our office coordinates with the Office of Education Abroad (OEA) to send FIU students to our institutions in our international network for a semester or an academic year. Tuition depends on the type of exchange. Please coordinate with the Office of Global Initiatives for current program information.
FOR STUDENTS COMING TO FIU: FIU Business welcomes students from our international network to study with our renowned faculty for a semester or academic year. Together with Office of Education Abroad (OEA), we aim to connect incoming exchange students to our college community and provide enriching experiences that will benefit them personally, academically, and professionally. For deadlines and application information go to: studyabroad.fiu.edu/incoming-exchange-students/. Tuition depends on the type of exchange, please check with the Office of Global Initiatives for more information.