Winter Quarter 2026
Business Italy and Business Argentina
Foster’s Business Core Abroad Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program take place each Winter Quarter in Italy (odd years) and Argentina (even years). The application deadline is May 15th each year for the following Winter Quarter.
For Winter Quarter 2027, three Foster Faculty will lead a cohort of Foster majors to Rome, Italy for a 10-week program focused on earning business core coursework, visiting Italian companies, and experiencing the beautiful and chaotic nature of Roman life.
Business Italy Program Details
Experience the best of Rome! In Winter 2027, the Winter Quarter Business Core Abroad Program will take place in Rome, Italy, offering Foster undergraduate majors the opportunity to study business in an international setting. Courses will be taught by Foster Professors, and students can also take one non-business course taught by a local art historian for A&H credit.
Students will live together in shared apartments up to a 45 minute commute from the UW Rome Center where classes are held. The program is designed to enhance your business education with a global perspective, incorporating case studies, examples, and company visits relevant to European business.
Highlights
- Foster Courses: Many are not offered on any other study abroad program!
- Company Visits: Gain real-world insights through guest speakers and on-site company visits to learn about doing business in Italy.
- Cultural Activities: Explore Rome’s rich history and art, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, and experience cultural traditions.
- Build Your Network: Connect with Foster classmates and professors in a unique international setting.
Eligibility
To apply, you must:
- Be a current Foster undergraduate major.
- Complete all lower division courses as outlined here and a minimum of 45 college credits before departure.
- For I S 451 (Business Data Analytics): Students must have completed either I S 300 or OPMGT 301 before departure. Unlike the on-campus requirement (which requires both courses), the abroad program allows you to enroll in I S 451 with only one of these courses completed beforehand.
Dates and Courses
Business Italy (Winter Q 2027)
- Dates: Will correspond closely with Winter Quarter dates at UW.
- Credits: Choose 3–4 of the 5 courses offered. The price remains the same whether you take 3 or 4 courses.
- Course Offerings:
- I S 300: Introduction to Information Systems (5 credits) taught by Foster Professor Shaosong Ou
- MKTG 301: Marketing Concepts (4 credits) taught by Foster Professor Marty Matthews
- OPMGT 301: Principles of Operations Management (4 credits) taught by Foster Professor Hamed Mamani
- I S 451: Business Data Analytics (4 credits) taught by Foster Professor Hamed Mamani
- This is an IS and OSCM major required course.
- A&H credit (5 credits) taught by a Roman Art Historian
Business Argentina (Winter Q 2028)
Details forthcoming
Program Cost
Program fees estimate: ~$12,000
- This covers credits, admin fees, housing, study abroad insurance, and program activities (company and cultural visits). This amount is due to UW instead of tuition by the Winter Quarter tuition deadline.
- Admin Fees: Foster Study Abroad Fee + UW Study Abroad Fee.
Additional expenses beyond the program fees: airfare, food, and personal spending.
Program Application
The application cycle runs March to May 15th each year.