Study at the Institute for Tourism Studies in Macao, China

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HRSM students have the opportunity to study for one or two semesters at a Chinese university structured much like the Hospitality, Restaurant, and Tourism Management program here at USC. All HRSM students are eligible. Currently, up to six students annually will be awarded with a $1,500 stipend to study at IFT.

Macao Selling Points

• Study Abroad in Macao, China, for a semester for less money than if you stayed in Columbia
• Learn Chinese culture in a Western-friendly, English-speaking city
• Meet people from all over the world – many of the professors and students are from Europe
• Travel to many nearby countries – budget airlines offer RT airfares for as little as $50 to places like Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore

About the exchange:

• $1,500 stipends will be offered to six students who are selected for the program during the 2008-2009 school year.
• You pay regular tuition to USC – in other words, your tuition expense is no different than if you stayed in Columbia. Any scholarship or financial aid that you get at USC can be applied towards studying in Macao.
• You take courses that can be applied to your USC program. Your advisors can help you arrange a program of study in Macao that will keep you on track to graduate at the same time.
• Internships are available if you desire in Macao after one semester of study.
• You can apply for Fall or Spring Semesters. Beginning and ending dates for each semester are slightly different than those at USC – please inquire for additional information.

About IFT (Institute for Tourism Studies):

• All classes are in English
• Professors and instructors come from many countries
• IFT offers a program quite similar to the HRTM program in our college. Also, there are a variety of marketing, management, and language courses. All HRSM majors could find classes to match their programs at USC.
• Class facilities are modern and well equipped

About Macao:

• Macao is one of the top tourist destinations in China and Asia
• Macao is a world heritage site with many well preserved Chinese and Portuguese buildings
• Macao is the Vegas of Asia
• Macao is located right next to Hong Kong (45-minute boat ride away)
• Macao is a modern, prosperous city that is rich in traditional Chinese culture
• Macao is one of the healthiest countries in the world (life expectancy far exceeds the USA)

For more information about the program, contact Dr. Peter Cardon at petercardon@gmail.com.

You can apply directly to the program at the Study Abroad Office.