Academic Focus
The International Business & Economics Program at Veritas University is designed for students of all language levels who would like to take business electives taught in English while studying Spanish. You will take one four-week Spanish language course at the beginning of your trimester, focused on oral comprehension and expression, listening comprehension, and grammar components appropriate to your language level. In addition to your Spanish course, you will have the opportunity to take up to three electives focused on business and economics, as well as intercultural communication. While many of the courses focus on business in the Latin American region, they also touch upon concepts which can be applied throughout the business world. You may also choose to substitute any of your electives with additional Spanish language courses, should you wish to continue practicing your Spanish during the trimester. This program provides business majors and students interested in learning about the world of international commerce a wonderful opportunity to earn credits toward their major.
Spanish language classes meet for a total of 80 contact hours for each 4-week block, which is generally worth 5 credits in the US semester program. Electives range from 48 – 60 contact hours, or 3 – 4 semester credits. Students will take either one language course (first 4-week block) and three electives, or two language courses and two electives for a total of 16 – 19 semester credits per trimester.
Schedule Summary
Language courses meet for four hours in the morning, Monday through Friday. Electives meet at various times in the afternoon, but typically only meet two or three days per week. Your final course schedule will be determined onsite.
Course Registration
All students are required to complete an elective selection form prior to departure. This form must be returned to the CEA Tempe office with your confirmation deposit, or no later than the application closure date for your program. You will automatically be registered for your language courses.
You will be given a language placement exam on the first day of class. Though you will register for courses prior to your departure for Costa Rica, final registration will not take place until after your language level has been assessed. You will receive further information regarding registration deadlines after acceptance to the program. To aid in the registration process, it is in your best interest to have courses, including alternates, approved by your academic advisor prior to departure. Any changes to your course selection after registrations have been finalized must be coordinated through the onsite director.
