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CIBER BBA P

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CHEDULE  9-10:30am: Welcome/Cultural Analysis Workshop    10:35-11:15am: General Safety/Logistics GSB 2.124 ---Ten Minute Coffee/Snack Break-- 11:30-1:35 Breakout Sessions    Edinburgh Business Law GSB 2.120

International Marketing in Paris GSB 3.130

BHP Finance in Prague GSB 3.104

 SCM Hong Kong GSB 3.106

1:35 Buffett Luncheon Atrium (3 rd Floor)

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ACKET  Books/Course materials (for UT taught course)    Cultural Analysis Toolkit/Team Assignments UT Codes & Policies Tentative Schedule  Updated schedule will be emailed to you in late May      Syllabi for UT and Partner-taught courses Photo roster of class Emergency Insurance and ISOS card Emergency Contact Card Program specific additional information  CIBER T-shirt/bag

EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITES OF THE CIBER PROGRAMS

EMEMBER THIS

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P ROFESSIONALISM P OLICY ..

WHAT DOES IT MEAN ANYWAY ?

Your grade in you classes are also contingent on your level of professionalism both inside and outside the classroom.

 Actively participating in all classes      Attending all presentations and visits Actively participating in the CIBER cultural analysis project Attending all program related cultural excursions Being on time and prepared for all scheduled events Etc.

5 WEEKS IN THE LIFE OF A CIBER STUDENT

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LASS  Classes, visits, events: usually Mon – Thurs  Sometimes classes may be scheduled on Friday     Class may be in the morning or evening Weekend travel can not infringe on classes Expect additions/updates to current program schedule Difference in teaching styles abroad

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ISITS    Purpose  Exposure to local industries and local business practices Setting expectations  Company visits will vary in format. Some are meetings, presentations, general tours, etc.

 This is your opportunity to ask key questions. Student involvement is essential Dress code  Business Casual (no jeans or t-shirts. Polo shirts are ok)

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XCURSIONS  Purpose:  Part of the CIBER program   Learning about the culture outside the classroom That’s why you are abroad and not in Austin taking the class!

     Always Monday-Thursday  Optional Weekend Activities All entrance fees have been paid No cash refunds if not attending Arranged by your program liaisons The Farwell meal (lunch or dinner) will be scheduled on the last Thursday of the program

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CHEDULING YOUR PERSONAL TIME      Please leave major travel for before/after the program Do not make Thursday evening travel plans without consulting the finalized calendar.

Don’t forget to see your host country/city Let your liaisons know where you are traveling on the weekend Give family & friends an itinerary of weekend travels

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SECURITY   Safety is a concern anywhere you go in the world (inside and outside the USA, even here in Austin!) Its particularly important to be careful and aware while traveling. Why?

   High tourist destinations are perfect targets for pick pocketing. When traveling, you aren’t familiar with your surroundings, more prone to get lost Don’t know the language  You are a TOURIST and therefore an easier target

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ARIA AS A HAPPY STUDENT ABROAD IN

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ERMANY

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About 3 hours later, my wallet was stolen right out of this bag  YEY Germany!

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ICK POCKETING   How they Operate:  Notorious in high tourist destinations  Often have accomplice who will: jostle you, ask you for directions, the time , spilled on your clothing or distract you by creating a disturbance point to something  Very talented at quickly and skillfully pulling wallets out of your bag in crowded areas How You Can Avoid It:     Close your purse and keep it close to your body –personal experience!  Avoid big crowds or protests Avoid drawing attention to self as tourist Always keep an eye on your bag

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AFETY TIPS FOR A SMART

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        Learn about your community Find safe routes for shops and services   Should be well lit and busy Pick your ATM location for safety and not just convenience  When in doubt, ask your program liaison Carry less (credit cards & money) Do not carry your passport in your bag Don’t wear expensive or flashy jewelry When taking out cash at the ATM, go with a friend that will help you stay alert to your surroundings. Do not agree to meet a person whom you do not know in a secluded place Be cautious, when meeting new people. Don't give out your address and phone number to strangers or divulge too much personal information about yourself.

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      While on a crowded subway or bus, always be aware of your purse/backpack/wallet.

When waiting for the subway / taxi / bus, stand near an occupied building or well lit area.

Find out if taxis in the city are safe to take. If questionable, call a radio taxi. The wait is worth it!

Travel with a companion whenever possible. Don’t sleep or become too involved with reading, cell phone, or music while traveling Be aware of the people around you

WHILE WALKING AT NIGHT

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 Don’t walk alone, especially if you’re female     Look confident and like you know where you are going If lost; Act as if you know where you are going Ask for directions from someone in authority If threatened; Attract attention by screaming  If you are confronted, give up your valuables by throwing them away from you and running in the opposite direction. EVERYTHING IS REPLACEABLE.

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HE TOURIST TRAP    Drawing attention to self as tourist is best avoided Avoid speaking English loudly in public spaces In general, do not hang around famous American hangouts (restaurants, bars, clubs and associations, consulates and embassies, etc.). During times of international crisis, many U.S. embassies and consulates are picketed and threatened.

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HAT DID SHE DO WRONG

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 Drew attention to herself as a tourist    Flaunted her cash Carried her passport in her bag Asked for directions from a complete stranger

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ONSEQUENCES

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 Accidentally violated a law and ended up in jail!

 Had her purse stolen

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  Asked a police officer or someone in authority for directions Followed her gut instinct that this man was suspicious

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OCAL LAWS   Understand and be respectful of the Laws Understand that you are subject to the laws of the country    Laws may be different and so may your rights in the country Penalties may be very different and potentially more severe than in the U.S.

Drugs, Alcohol, Weapons / self defense spray

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TUDY ABROAD      The CIBER Programs follow official UT Policies concerning alcohol. There is absolutely NO alcohol in any of the CIBER functions Please note that abuse of alcohol can be grounds for dismissal from the program Respect local laws and customs on alcohol consumption When making the personal choice to consume alcohol, remember local laws, personal family rules and possible consequences.

Although it may be legal to drink in country, we urge you to be careful of overindulging.

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AFETY By far, the greatest threat to student safety abroad involves alcohol consumption If you do chose to consume alcoholic beverages, please do so smartly:   Drugging is not at all uncommon. If you chose to drink, always try to buy your own drinks Keep control of yourself.   Never go home with a stranger. Always go out with at least one friend (especially if you are a woman), and return with that friend.

Abuse of alcohol can be grounds for dismissal from the program

DRUGS ABROAD

     Doing illegal drugs in a foreign country is a VERY BAD IDEA. Not only will it result in immediate dismissal from the CIBER program, but it can have even more serious legal consequences You are subject to laws of that country you are in.

If you get caught with them, you could be thrown into a jail unlike any you could ever imagine. And the U.S. government cannot help you out of such a situation.

Drugs account for 1/3 of Americans arrested overseas.

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ESPONSIBILITY In the end, your personal safety comes back to you and the decisions you make abroad

Where you go Who you go with What you do Why you do it

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APPY U SING YOUR OVERSEAS INSURANCE EFFECTIVELY

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VERSEAS

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NSURANCE  International SOS (ISOS)  Cultural Insurance International (CISI)

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NTERNATIONAL

SOS (

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) What is ISOS?

 A Safety Net  Is NOT health insurance  Telephone hotline which provides medical, security and travel advice 24/7  Worldwide emergency help  You may access ISOS services wherever you are  Local/U.S. collect number you can call free of charge

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BROAD       If you are unsure of what hospital or clinic to go to If you feel ill and need medical advice If you need financial assistance for a large medical bill If you want an English-speaking doctor and are not sure where to go or need an interpreter.

Lost or stolen credit cards or documents If you are in any kind of emergency situation and need advise  Extreme emergency evacuations

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ENTERS  International SOS alarm centers are open to help you 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. Staffed by doctors and nurses, multilingual coordinators, security experts, and air and ground logistics personnel, they can respond rapidly to any type of emergency or call for assistance.     France: +33 (0) 155 633 155 Czech Republic: +1(215)942.8478 (USA) United Kingdom: +44 (0) 208.762.8008

Hong Kong: +852.2528.9900

MAIN ALARM CENTER: +1(215)942.8478 (USA)

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EFORE YOU GO 1. Go to www.internationalsos.com

and enter the UT membership ID 2. Add Trip

CISI

International Health Insurance

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T  How to use it if you need to see a doctor: 1.

You may need to pay the doctor fee up front Make sure to keep a receipt  If you cannot pay for the fee up front, you can call ISOS and they will take care of it You will then file a claim form upon your return and mail to CISI CISI will refund your expense

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ORM Fill out a claim form and mail. When reimbursement of an expense is approved, you will receive a reimbursement if medical bill was paid by you. If bill has not been paid after service, CISI will pay the service provider.

CISI

 You can call CISI before going abroad if:   Want to know about prescription drug benefits Want to know about coverage for medical expenses you expect to incur while abroad  Want to purchase additional coverage for leisure travel

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RESCRIPTION

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EDICATION  Take enough medication for 2 months  Take a copy of your prescription in case you need to refill it

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OUNTRY

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ONTACT

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Who are they?

  Graduate students (PhD or Masters) Native to the country, or have spent extensive time there  Fluent in local language

Why are they there?

    CIBER representatives abroad Cultural activities coordination General support and assistance 24/7 emergency assistance

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OOMMATES  You will be able to request roommates if desired     If you do not have a preference, we will match you with a same-sex roommate.

We will send you a roommate selection form in early May Rooms will be doubles, unless otherwise specified on roommate selection form Take this time to meet some new people!

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INAL

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EMINDERS

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     Complete all forms on MY SAO including passport number and flight information Submit Medical Clearance Form to CIBER ASAP Register for your UT-taught class Apply for financial aid Purchase your flight as soon as possible

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EMINDERS

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LEAVING THE

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    Create Account at International SOS Database http://www.internationalsos.com/en/ Updated Passports Necessary Visas Credit Cards (call bank)

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RAVEL RESOURCES  Register your trip with the CDC and State Department websites prior to departure and encourage you to use the State Departments online “Register with Embassy” tool (link below) CDC: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/study_abroad.htm

; State Department: http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/registration/regi stration_4789.html