Argentina Elective

30 Evening MBA participants.

Open to Full-time MBAs on a space available basis.

2011 Dates: May9 -13

1 week course - “Doing Business in Argentina” is a one-week course offered by Universidad Torcuato di Tella in Buenos Aires each May. A select group of Evening MBA students will have the opportunity to participate in this three-credit course.

Summer (May) ACE course. Students willregister for this course in Spring, and receive credit in Summer term. August Graduation is possible.

Argentina Portal Website: Turn to this site for background information and timely newsabout the country and key cities, tips on social norms and business etiquette, the best of the local sites and ideas for side trips, interesting reading for the long plane ride over, and more. Sunday you will travel to an Estancia for an outdoor Argentinian Barbeque, horse riding, on the grounds of rach estate. A day not to missed. Please do not share this URL with anyone outside of the Goizueta Community; it contains content that we are only licensed to share with Goizueta.

Side Trip Ideas: Weekend: flights to Iguazu Falls, Rio De Janeiro Brazil; Machu Picchu in Peru.

2011 Dates: May9 - 13

All paperwork and flight info due by March 20th.

There is no drop/add post 3/26/2010. Tuition will be charged post 3/26/2010 drops. If you drop the course after the drop/add deadline, you will receive a grade of WF (Withdrawl/Failure). The $300 Internaitonal Study Fee is non-refundable.

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Argentina FAQ's

When should I arrive in Buenos Aires? When should I depart?

ARRIVE: We recommend that you arrive on the Saturday before classes begin. On Sunday, UTDT will be taking the group to an estancia in the Argentine countryside for networking, horseback riding, and LOTS OF EATING! You don't want to miss it.

DEPART: Your class will end on Friday, so you should not book a flight that would require you to leave class before 5pm.

What airport will I fly into/out of?

(Ezeiza) Ministro Pistarini International Airport. Airport code: EZE

What are my expenses?

You are responsible for airfare, hotel costs, ground transportation(except for transportation to and from company visits), meals, and misc expenses. UTDT also requires a materials and activities fee of $225 which can be paid with a credit card on the first day of class.

What additional paperwork do I need to complete?

You must complete and upload the following documents:

  • Travel Registration
  • Flight Information
  • Emergency Contact
  • Risk Waiver
  • Photocopy of Passport
  • International SOS

Allof the necessary forms and upload links can be found on the Required Forms page. You will also need to register with UTDTand provide any additional documentation that they require.

Where will we be staying?

You will be staying at the Hotel Bel Air that is arranged for you by UTDT. Itis in the RECOLETO neighborhood; like Atlanta, Buenos Aires (BA) has neighborhoods. You will enjoy dining and shopping in PALERMO SOHO as well as Recoleto. Pick up a guide before you depart as the city has so much to offer you including Saturday markets near the cemetery where Evita is buried. BA is one of UNESCO's best cities for design in the world -- It is aesthetically a great mix of new and old architecture.

Will a member of the Evening MBA Staff be with us on the trip?

Yes! Eleme Ofogba will be traveling with you to Buenos Aires.She will be able to help you work with the staff atUTDT and address any other concerns you may have.

What is the itinerary? Will there be any planned activities outside of class?

On Sunday, UTDT will be taking the group to an Estancia for a great day of food and fun activities. Class begins on Monday, and you should plan to be in class Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. UTDT will be arranging company visits during those times as well.

What should I wear to class? Company visits?

Dress for class and company visits is generally business casual. Be sure to check the weather for Buenos Aires as the seasons there are generally opposite from what they are here.

Are there specific safety concerns in Argentina?

You are not a citizen of Argentina, so remember that you do not have the same rights as you do at home. The areas in which you are staying and where UTDT is located are generally safe, but, as always when traveling outside of the US, use caution and be aware of your surroundings. In Buenos Aires, you should only use "Radio Taxis" for ground transportation and do not accept a ride from a driver who may approach you in the airport. Also, be on the lookout for fake currency! This is a common problem in Argentina, so you should inspect your bills carefully and compare them to each other to make sure they are authentic. This is particularly important with taxis - they may try to give a fake bill to an unsuspecting tourist, but you can bet they will never accept one! BE CAREFUL!