Guidelines
Major Coursework
As a Marketing major, students should adhere to the following criteria in major course selection for study abroad:
- 3 out of 9 credit hours of Marketing elective coursework can be taken abroad
- Marketing elective coursework must reflect the focus of the major, but not overlap with Marketing core courses
- Coursework must be upper division (300 – 400 level equivalent)
Students should meet with an International Programs and Study Abroad (IPSA) advisor to receive final approval for Marketing coursework.
Non-major Coursework
Other types of courses available for study abroad include:
- General education (ethics, arts & humanities, non-business electives)
- Pre-business core (MGT 202, ECON 211 & 213, STAT 201 equivalents)
- Business core (BULW 301, FINC 301, BUAD 332 equivalents)
- Foreign language (HCB requires completion through intermediate level)
- Collateral/concentration
Course Offerings
The following are examples of possible major elective courses available.
*This is not an exhaustive list.
- International Marketing
- Brand Management
- Distribution and Retail
- Marketing Research
- Entrepreneurial Marketing
- Marketing Communications
Timing
Students interested in pursuing Marketing elective coursework while abroad should consider:
- Students are only able to take Marketing elective coursework after completion of their tracking courses, which is typically after Sophomore year.
- Marketing majors are able to go abroad after their first semester of Freshman year if they are only taking general elective courses or Pre-Business core courses.
- Students should not study abroad their final semester at UT if they plan to graduate in May due to the delay in transcript processing.
Selecting Your Collateral / Concentration
Another option of courses to take abroad are through your collateral / concentration. Please refer to your Haslam Student Handbook for all possible combinations.
The International Business (IB) concentration offers the most flexibility in course availability. Please note:
- All 12 credit hours of IB elective coursework can be taken abroad.
- Business coursework that is international in scope and upper division (300-400 level) can be counted as an IB elective.
- IB courses give students the opportunity to pursue country or region-specific coursework that offers unique insight into international business practices.
Recommended Programs
Please note, this is not an exhaustive list. Other programs available through our website may also be viable options.
Marketing Major Guide (PDF version)
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ISA Paris: Business, French Language & Electives at the American Business School Paris |
Macquarie University |
Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Paris, France |
Program Type: UT Exchange
Program Location: Sydney, Australia Program Feature: Internship placements available; Student clubs & organizations; Volunteer opportunities |
Quick Look: ABSP is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education and is located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. ABSP is close to the Canal Saint Martin, an eclectic and vibrant waterway lined with student-filled cafes. | Quick Look: 10 miles from Sydney’s dynamic downtown center and harbor, Macquarie University is central to diverse businesses and culture. Macquarie is renowned for its interdisciplinary teaching, highly skilled graduates, and world-class facilities. |
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Swansea University |
University of Nottingham, Ningbo |
University of Otago |
Program Type: UT Exchange
Program Location: Swansea, Wales Program Features: Student clubs & organizations |
Program Type: UT Exchange
Program Location: Ningbo, China Program Features: Internship placements available; Student clubs & organizations; Volunteer opportunities *Unique scholarship opportunities available |
Program Type: UT Direct
Program Location: Dunedin, New Zealand Program Features: Student clubs & organizations; Buddy program |
Quick Look: Study along the coastline of South Wales with UT’s longest running study abroad program. Founded in 1920, Swansea University is a research-led institution with an excellent reputation for the quality of its student experience. | Quick Look: Students can enjoy a culturally enriching educational experience in China while taking classes at a globally ranked university within the UK academic system. | Quick Look: The University of Otago is New Zealand’s first university and is ranked among the top universities in the world. Located in Dunedin, this charming college town offers a wide range of social, cultural & sporting activities. |
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UT Haslam College of Business in Prague |
UT in Milan |
Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Prague, Czech Republic |
Program Type: UT Direct
Program Location: Milan, Italy |
Quick Look: Study at Czech Republic’s leading university in the field of management and economics while satisfying your inner history buff, architect geek, or eclectic music fan. | Quick Look: Founded in 1921, Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is an important Catholic University in Europe. Located in the 2nd largest city in Italy and settled over 2500 years ago, Milan serves as the fashion capital of the world. |
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Chinese University of Hong Kong: Language & Business |
ISA Ho Chi Minh City: Business, Communications, Design, Fashion & Technology |
Program Type: UT Exchange
Program Location: Hong Kong, China
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Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Quick Look: CUHK is the largest, greenest, and 2nd oldest university in Hong Kong and welcomes nearly 1,400 international students each year! Hong Kong itself is over 70% national parks and greenery, while still maintaining an international cosmopolitan status. | Quick Look: RMIT is a part of the Melbourne-based university, which is Australia’s largest higher education institution. Located 7km from the city center of Ho Chi Minh, students can experience a unique blend of traditional and modern with ornate pagodas and temples right around the corner from large, modern skyscrapers. |
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SAI Programs: John Cabot University |
UT on the Gold Coast(Bond University) |
Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Rome, Italy Program Feature: Internship placements available
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Program Type: UT Affiliate
Program Location: Gold Coast, Australia |
Quick Look: Since 1972, JCU)has offered students from around the world the opportunity to pursue an exceptional academic and cultural education in the heart of one of the most inspiring cities in the world. | Quick Look: The Gold Coast is famous for its beaches, national parks, mountain ranges & highly accredited universities. Students will study at Bond University, Australia’s first private, not-for-profit University that is nationally recognized for having the smallest student to staff ratio. |