In addition to the second-year Global Foundations Core, which teaches you to analyze and interpret the influences that drive the global economy, Kelley offers many opportunities to gain first-hand international experience through a multitude of study abroad options. Your experiences abroad will enhance and build on the global business fundamentals learned in the classroom.
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Kelley offers a variety of study abroad options:
The Kelley School of Business partners with universities and third-party providers around the world to enable you to spend a semester abroad. Immerse yourself in a global academic journey, become an internationally minded professional, develop your communication and team-building skills, and earn business credit toward your Kelley degree.
The following Kelley semester programs require successful completion of I-Core:
Athens, Greece: Athens University of Economics and Business
Bangkok, Thailand: Chulalongkorn Business School Exchange
Barcelona, Spain: ESADE at Ramon Llull University Exchange
Berlin, Germany: CIEE Open Campus
Buenos Aires, Argentina: CIEE Open Campus
Budapest, Hungary: Corvinus Business School
Copenhagen, Denmark: Copenhagen Business School Exchange
Dublin, Ireland: University College Dublin
Glasgow, Scotland: University of Strathclyde Business School Exchange
Hanoi, Vietnam: Vietnam National University (VNU) University of Economics and Business Exchange (pending approval from the Overseas Study Advisory Council)
Hong Kong, China: City University of Hong Kong (CityU) Exchange
Hong Kong, China: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Exchange
Kyoto, Japan: CIEE Open Campus
Maastricht, Netherlands: CES at University of Maastricht
Madrid, Spain: CIEE Open Campus
Madrid, Spain: University Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M) Exchange
Mannheim, Germany: University of Mannheim Business School Exchange
Milan, Italy: Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi Exchange
Paris, France: CIEE Open Campus
Paris, France: IESEG School of Management Exchange
Pune, India: FLAME University Exchange (pending approval from the Overseas Study Advisory Council)
Rouen, France: NEOMA Business School Exchange
Seoul, South Korea: Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) Exchange
Seville, Spain: CIEE [Prereq: Completed HISP-S 280 OR Scored 931-1000 on the Spanish Placement Exam]
Shanghai, China: CIEE Open Campus
Singapore: Nanyang Technological University Exchange
Singapore: National University of Singapore Exchange
Sydney, Australia: University of Sydney
Vallendar, Germany: WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management Exchange
Warsaw, Poland: Kozminski University International Business School Exchange
Summer study abroad programs are perfect for students who keep robust spring and fall semester academic schedules and want to incorporate a global business experience into their time at Kelley. Most summer programs are open to admitted Kelley students who are in their fourth full-time semester of college. They do not require completion of I-Core prior to participation. Summer programs may be entirely classroom-based while others may include an internship component while abroad.
Barcelona, Spain Internship: IES
Dublin, Ireland Internship: University College Dublin
London, England Internship: IES
London, England: London School of Economics
Santiago, Chile Internship: IES
Seville, Spain Internship: CIEE (open to first-year students)
Shanghai, China Internship: CIEE
Singapore, Singapore Internship: CIEE
Sydney, Australia Internship: IES
Vallendar, Germany: WHU Germany European Summer Program (open to first-year students)
Kelley Institute for Social Impact Summer International Internships
Not sure if you have the time to go abroad for a whole summer or semester? Kelley's short-term study abroad options offer international components that last three weeks or less.
Global Business Immersion - BUS-X 272
This set of eight-week course options provides an opportunity to dig deeper into country analysis from a business perspective. These courses capitalize on the diversity and expertise of Kelley faculty from all departments. After eight weeks in the classroom, students travel as a group to the country or region emphasized in the course for a seven to nine day study tour. In that country, they participate in relevant site visits while completing the academic parts of the course.
Cross-Cultural Management (Kelley in Manchester Summer Program) - BUS-D 365
Explore topics in international business in one of the fastest-growing cities in Europe. The BUS-D 365 Cross-Cultural Management course is taught over two weeks in the summer at Alliance Manchester Business School and Manchester University. The course is taught by LaVonn Schlegel, Executive Director of the Kelley Institute for International Business and Adjunct Lecturer. Admitted Kelley students who have completed at least 26 credits and 2 semesters on campus before the program commences are eligible to apply.
Kelley will nominate up to 24 qualified students each summer.
Plan your adventure
Talk to one of our advisors about fitting an experience into your academic plan. Schedule an appointment online by searching “Kelley Study Abroad”. To find the first available appointment, select all advisors. You can also email ksabroad@iu.edu or call 812-856-0499 with inquiries.
Meet with an advisor
Check the online Student Appointment Scheduler for Kelley Study Abroad Advisor availability. Advisors are available online over the summer break.
Drop-in advising hours
10 to 11:30 a.m. EST
Virtual (Zoom link) and in-person (HH 3038)
Hours may be adjusted slightly. Check SAS for most updated hours.
Watch our info sessions
Learn more about study abroad programs offered at Kelley, how to prepare, and other relevant topics.
Connect with Kelley Global Ambassadors
Learn more about program offerings from students that have recently participated in study abroad programs.
Application FAQ
Navigate to the IU Education Abroad website to get answers to some of the most common application-related questions.
Need to get or renew your passport?
Navigate to the US Department of State website to get more information about passport applications. Remember that your passport must be valid for 6 months after your program’s end date.
Study abroad resources
- Financial Considerations
- Kelley Study Abroad Scholarship
- IU Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) Scholarship for short term programs
- Kelley Undergraduate Business Scholarship
- Hutton International Experiences Grant
- Hutton Internship Grant
- OVPDEMA Study Abroad Scholarship
- IU Overseas Study Scholarship Resources
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
- Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships
- Program-specific scholarships: See provider websites (CIEE, IES, DIS) and your iAbroad application for opportunities.
- Office of Overseas Study: Diversity, Identity & Accessibility Resources: Includes resources related to Accessibility, Gender, Sexuality, Race & Identity, Religion & Spirituality
- Country-Specific Diversity Resources
- Guides:
Studying abroad has many benefits for personal and academic growth, but it is important to reflect on how traveling and the choices we make abroad impact host communities. Being a responsible or ethical traveler involves treating sacred spaces, places, events, customs, and ceremonies with respect, being aware of your economic power in supporting local businesses and systems, and minimizing your ecological and community impact as a traveler, among many other practices.
The following resources may help you consider the implications of your presence in communities abroad and enable you to make choices that promote the sustainability and security of your host country.
- University of Minnesota Sustainable Travel Page
- Contains eco-friendly packing list, sustainable living, eating, and transportation tips, and guidelines for invasive species prevention
- CIEE Abroad: Global Internships 101: How to be a “Green” Traveler
- Everything You Need to Know about Carbon Offsetting for Your Flights
- IES Abroad: Sustainable Living while Studying Abroad
- Students in study sites across the globe share how they’ve implemented “being green” into their life abroad.
- IES Abroad: 10 Ways to Be Greener While Traveling
- United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Come along for the (virtual) journey
See what it’s like to explore the world and gain international business experience.
International exchange students
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Kelley International Programs Advisors
International Programs advisors are available to guide you in exploring study abroad programs that meet your academic and career goals. Schedule an appointment online by searching “Kelley Study Abroad”. To find the first available appointment, select all advisors. You can also email ksabroad@iu.edu or call 812-856-0499 with inquiries.
Britta Goetz
Director of International Programs
bgoetz@indiana.edu
Britta has been at Kelley in the International Programs Office since November 2015. She graduated from the Kelley School of Business with a BS in Business with concentrations in Marketing and International Business in 2006. She also earned a BA in French at this time. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education with a focus on Language, Literacy and Culture in 2013 from Indiana University.
She grew up in Germany and studied abroad in France and Prague during her undergraduate studies. She speaks German and English natively, French fluently, and has some basic knowledge in Spanish.
Prior to starting at Kelley, she worked in Marketing Research at Synovate (now Ipsos) for 4 years. During her free time, Britta enjoys spending time with her husband, three kids, and their Covid dog. She plays oboe and English Horn in the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra.
Andrea Nikolova
Assistant Director, International Programs
amsmithr@indiana.edu
Andrea joined the Kelley School of Business in August 2017 as a Study Abroad Advisor. She currently manages undergraduate exchange programs. Prior to joining Kelley, she was the Assistant Director of IU’s Turkish Flagship Program.
Andrea holds a B.A. in International Studies and Political Science from the University of Dayton and an M.A. in Political Science from Indiana University. She has lived in Sweden and China, and work has taken her around the world from Azerbaijan to Peru. In her free time, Andrea enjoys gardening and exploring with her partner and two young children.
Sara Mumma
Assistant Director, International Programs
sbmumma@indiana.edu
Sara joined the Kelley School of Business in 2015 at the Kelley Living Learning Center. She transitioned to the International Programs team in 2019. Sara earned her B.S. from IU and her Master of Education at the University of Florida. While living in Florida, Sara became infatuated with the beach life and Disney. When she’s not planning their next Florida vacation, Sara enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and dog (Opie).
Laura Tiffin
Assistant Director, International Programs
latiffin@indiana.edu
Laura joined the Kelley School in 2019. Prior to that, she worked in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. Laura earned her Master of Social Work degree from Washington University and her Bachelor of Arts from Saint Louis University. Laura loves to travel and has studied abroad in Spain, Ghana, Haiti, and Uganda.
Luke Kwiatkowski
Study Abroad Advisor
lukwiatk@indiana.edu
Luke joined the Kelley International Programs team in August 2019. He helps manage logistics related to the BUS-X 272 Global Business Immersion courses and semester abroad programs, and supports the team of Study Abroad Advisors. Before joining Kelley, Luke served in various roles in the local community including as an advisor in University Division at IU, a farmer at a nearby organic farm, and as an instructor of mathematics as a graduate student at IU. Luke holds bachelor’s degrees in physics and mathematics from the University of Toledo in Ohio and earned an MA in mathematics at IU in 2017. He studied German for 6 years and completed study tours in Germany, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. In his free time, Luke enjoys hiking and trail running with friends, training his new border collie puppy, practicing yoga and meditation, learning about political and social issues, drinking coffee, and checking out local music.
Karleigh Koster
Project Manager, International Programs
knkoster@indiana.edu
Karleigh returned to Kelley International Programs in August 2022 after previously working there as an Assistant Director from 2015-2019. Before joining Kelley, she worked in international higher education in New York, Seattle, and Chicago. She is passionate about international education and the intellectually engaging opportunities and challenges it can provide. She has been fortunate to be involved with student programs and academic work in cities around the world, including Auckland, Seoul, Brussels, and Delhi. Karleigh holds a bachelor's degree and master's degree in French and a Ph.D. in international education. She studied abroad in France twice and tries to speak French and eat real French bread as often as possible. She also enjoys traveling, discovering great coffee, live music, and bookstores.
Brett Gershon
Project Manager, International Programs
brgersh@iu.edu
Brett joined the Kelley School in February of 2023 where he works alongside the Kelley International Program team helping with the administration of Global Business Immersion courses and semester abroad programs. Outside his work at Kelley, Brett is a member of the Bloomington Catholic Worker where he lives and builds community with folks experiencing housing insecurity. Brett holds a Bachelor’s degree in English/language arts and secondary education from Colorado State University, and a Master’s in the Cultural Foundations of Education and Community Engagement from the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee. His background in and passion for education and building community at the margins continues to drive his sense of vocation. Brett is a husband and father of two young, high energy children. He enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering and learning new things, and getting to know the local flora and fauna while exploring Bloomington’s surrounding outdoors.
Linda Hansel
Office Services Assistant Senior
lhansel@indiana.edu
Linda has worked at IU Bloomington for over 15 years. At the Kelley School she has been part of the Admissions, Honors and International Programs teams. In her current position as Office Services Assistant Senior, Linda supports the International Programs and Kelley Honors teams, and manages the daily logistics of the in-person and virtual drop-ins for both teams. A native Hoosier and married for over 30 years, she loves spending time with her grandkids. Her hobbies include crochet, other arts and crafts, and playing video games.