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CBS - COPENHAGEN BUSINESS SCHOOL Program Level: Graduate Number of Weeks/Term: 16 |
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- Background
- Location Information
- Program Dates
- Host Institution
- Academic Information
- Academic Disciplines
- Credit Transfer Information
- Eligibility Requirements
- Program Costs
- Housing and Meals
- Insurance
- Extracurricular Activities
- Climate
- VISA & Passport Information
- Your Next Steps
- Experiences of Former Students
- Contact Details
BACKGROUND
Georgia Tech (GT) has developed a number of overseas programs around the globe. These programs provide students with the opportunity to complete a portion of their academic programs in top-notch foreign universities that are partnered with GT. As a result of immersion in a foreign academic and cultural environment, students have the maximum opportunity to learn to operate effectively in an atmosphere that is wholly different from that of GT and the U.S.
LOCATION INFORMATION
Denmark
The Scandinavian kingdom of Denmark is situated in Northern Europe. Denmark is almost completely surrounded by water, with a bit more than 4,600 miles of coastline. In the south, Denmark borders the Baltic Sea, to the west the North Sea (or "Vesterhavet" - the Western Sea - as the Danes call it), to the north Skagerak and to the east Kattegat and Oeresund. Denmark consists of the peninsula of Jutland and about 500 islands. Approximately 100 of these islands are habitable. The southern border with Germany is the part of the country that connects it physically to Europe.
There are 5.3 million inhabitants in Denmark, of which 1.8 million live in Copenhagen and its suburbs. The official language is Danish. Danes live the concept of hygge, which roughly translated means "cozy and snug". Hygge implies shutting out the turmoil and troubles of the outside world to focus on a warm, intimate mood. With this in place, Danes have a tolerance for things that are not the norm. You can discover more facts about Denmark by consulting the Lonely Planet travel guide available in the Office of International Education (OIE).
Copenhagen
The Copenhagen Business School is situated in the Danish capital, which has more than 1.8 million inhabitants, eight universities and several other research institutions. Copenhagen is Denmark's administrative and economic center and currently its largest growth area. This location thus provides optimal opportunities for close contact with experts and senior executives at national and international levels.
PROGRAM DATES
Fall Term: early September - mid-December
Spring Term: early February - late June
NOTE: Students may participate in this program for the fall or spring.
YEAR PROGRAM STARTED:
1997
HOST INSTITUTION ACADEMIC INFORMATION
The Copenhagen Business School (CBS) was founded in 1917 by the Society for the Advancement of Business Education as a private institution designed to cover business sector requirements for highly qualified people. With close to 14,000 students, 74% in full-time program and 26% in part-time programs, CBS is the largest business school in Northern Europe. It offers Denmark's most comprehensive range of university degrees in economics, business administration and modern languages for business. CBS plays an active part in Danish society through the development and communication of new knowledge and its contribution to research and education which is carried out in close cooperation with the business sector.
ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES
Subject Areas Available:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Management
Language Information
Most courses are taught in English. CBS also offers an optional (highly recommended) Danish "Crash Course" at the beginning of each semester and language courses are taught throughout the semester.
Course Information
For detailed course information: click here Top
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
Credit for courses taken as part of GT exchange programs is added as transfer credit on the GT transcript. Since it is important to know which kind of credit students will earn abroad as soon as possible, GT requires that courses be pre-approved for transfer. With a Foreign Credit Approval Form (available from OIE) in hand, and the credit transfer system information (listed below), students should submit course descriptions to the appropriate academic unit to request their approval. If taking Math classes, for example, then the student should go to the GT School of Mathematics to get permission for the courses to transfer to GT. If approved, the GT School of Mathematics signs the Foreign Credit Approval Form showing how the courses will transfer so that students will know which type of credit they should expect to receive.
For detailed credit transfer instructions click here
For the Foreign Credit Approval Form click here
CREDIT TRANSFER SYSTEM
CBS uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS):
1.4 ECTS credits = 1 GT credit
GRADING SYSTEM
CBS uses the standard Danish grading system listed below:
CBS Grade = US Grade
13, 11, 10 = A
9, 8, 7 = B
6 = C
5 = D
3, 0 = F
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible students must meet the following criteria:
PROGRAM COSTS
Semester program participants must pay tuition to the GT Bursar for each semester they are abroad. No other expenses associated with this program are paid to GT; instead, these expenses are paid on site.
Keep in mind the costs of books, health insurance, food, living expenses, and travel money, as well as pre-departure costs like your passport and visa. In general, Denmark is more expensive than the United States. Part of Denmark's expensive reputation comes from the VAT (value-added tax) of 25% that is added to everything from hotel stays to purchases in stores. Consult a travel guide to obtain information on the terms and conditions of VAT reimbursement.
The currency of Denmark is the Danish Krone. Exchange rates fluctuate, so check the newspaper or click here for the most current rates.
DON"T FORGET TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!! See the OIE web site for more info: click here
Following are cost estimates for one semester at CBS that may help you prepare for your term(s) abroad. All costs are in USD.
In State Tuition $4469 Out of State Tuition $4,719 GT Mandatory Fees $818 Books and Supplies $525 Administrative and/or Application fees $0 Miscellaneous (includes passport/visa fees, required field trips, local transportation and incidentals) $1,370 Roundtrip Airfare $900 Room and Board $5,200 Additional Language Instruction $0 Mandatory Insurance $150 Total $13,432 (in state) $13,682 (out of state)
*Out-of-state students pay in state tuition, plus $250 for this exchange program.
*Costs in the preceding chart are estimates based on tuition rates posted by the GT Bursar for "MBA students." Please check the GT Bursar's web site click here to confirm actual tuition rates based on degree, term, or level of study. Actual costs may be higher or lower than those listed above, depending on the exchange rate and personal spending habits/needs.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing
CBS has no on-campus housing. Instead, students can choose from private housing, residence halls that are mainly for international students (located off-campus), or apartments shared by international students. CBS has an Accommodation Guide available on-line that has pictures and descriptions of the different types of housing click here
Meals
The campus has good and inexpensive (by Danish standards) dining facilities. You may also choose to eat off-campus but this option will cost considerably more. Top
INSURANCE
Students participating in this program will be assessed $150 per semester for mandatory insurance coverage. You will be covered by T.W. Lord and Associates. For detailed information about this insurance plan, click here. This cost is included in the above cost estimates for the program.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The University of Copenhagen's student union owns the university recreation center called "Universitetets Studenter Gymnastik". The rec center includes a work our facility, baseket ball courts, bowling alleys, swimming pools, hand ball courts, and much more. The rec center also offers a variety of organized recreation sports and training classes ranging from sailing, horseback riding, and ice skating to golf and tennis.
CLIMATE
Denmark is located in a temperate climate zone with cool summers with a mean temperature of around 60ºF and winters that are not particularly cold, with mean temperatures of around 30ºF. There is a good deal of wind, strongest in the winter and weakest in the summer. Precipitation falls throughout the year, with the greatest rainfall in September, October and November. February and April tend to be the driest months.
VISA AND PASSPORT INFORMATION
Complete information about how to apply for or renew a U.S. passport is available from the GT Office of International Education or online: click here
To study in Denmark you must have a valid passport and a residence permit. A residence permit is a document placed inside your passport for Danish immigration authorities with information on the purpose of your trip to and the length of time you are legally allowed to stay in the country. CBS has information on its website about how to obtain a residence permit click here
YOUR NEXT STEPS
To begin the process of participating in this exchange, please do the following:
EXPERIENCES OF FORMER STUDENTS
click here
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ms. Becky Gunter, Semester Study Abroad Advisor
GT Office of International Education
631 Cherry Street
Savant Building, Suite 211
Atlanta, GA 30332-0284
Phone: (404)894-7475 Fax: (404)894-9682
E-mail: becky.gunter@oie.gatech.edu
OIE web site: click here
Host/Program Web Site: click here
Copenhagen
Denmark
Europe
Semester
16
12
English
For more info, contact OIE.
Can I go abroad while pursuing a GT degree?
GT students have many opportunities to participate in semester/exchange and study abroad programs. In a semester program, you actually take classes with the host universitys students and faculty. (In some cases, this means that you must have excellent knowledge of the local language to participate). Semester program participants usually pay normal GT tuition and fees for each term abroad. Credits can be pre-approved to transfer back to GT so that you do not get behind in your studies. The application deadline for fall and academic year programs is in early February; for spring programs the deadline is in September/October.
In a study abroad program, the courses are taught by GT faculty and you register for regular GT courses. Residents pay normal matriculation fees, but do not pay ancillary fees (athletic, health, etc.). Non-residents only pay resident matriculation plus $250 ($1500 for GTL Summer/$2000 for GTL Spring/Fall) . This is a savings of over $6,000 for out-of-state students who participate in GT study abroad programs as full-time students! Deadlines for summer study abroad programs vary from early January to mid-February.
In most cases, if you are eligible for financial aid or scholarships, you can apply your grants, scholarships, and/or loans toward the expenses associated with participating in all GT programs.
GTs International Plan: More than just study abroad
Your major is participating in this new initiative!
The International Plan is an intensive, degree-long program designed to prepare GT graduates professionally and personally for successful lives in the 21st century. Requirements of the program include international coursework, two terms abroad (any combination of study, research or internship abroad), proficiency in a second language, and a culminating course. Students who complete the program will have a designation on their diploma indicating completion of the degree with global competence: for example, BS in Mechanical Engineering: International Plan. For more information or an application, contact your major advisor or OIE and visit the website: click here