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2024, Costa Rica, Costa Rica Business, Faculty-led and Field Trip Programs
We have visited many businesses while here in Costa Rica and I have learned so much from all of them. There are some similarities I've noticed to how we do business in the US, including punctuality, …
Continue Reading about Final thoughts and reflections – Kaitlyn Plumley
After experiencing the environment in Singapore for two weeks, I have witnessed how a “melting pot of cultures” is handled when conducting business. Every company we had the chance to visit emphasized …
Continue Reading about Reflections about Singapore – Karlie Babylon
My time in Singapore can be characterized as one of an introduction to new culture and sights unlike anything I have experienced before. As my first time in Asia, my Singapore trip invited me to …
Continue Reading about A Texan’s Introduction to Asia – Preston Bell
2024, Costa Rica Business, Faculty-led and Field Trip Programs
The country’s culture can be expressed in two words, “Pura Vida.” That common phrase translates to say “Pure Life.” The expression is used a lot in Costa Rica because it reflects the relaxed and …
Continue Reading about Business on Tico Time – Nicole Kohers
2024, Costa Rica Business, Faculty-led and Field Trip Programs
Conducting business in Costa Rica is very similar to norms in the U.S. Just like in the States, Costa Ricans are expected to be punctual and arrive to meetings on time. This interestingly differs from …
Continue Reading about Blog #2 Thoughts on Economy and Culture in Costa Rica – Reed Carlisle
2024, Costa Rica, Costa Rica Business, Faculty-led and Field Trip Programs
In Costa Rica, I have learned that many people here don’t speak English. Many of the businesses we visited focused more on tourism and most of the employees at these businesses could speak English. …
Continue Reading about Final Reflections and Transformative Insights – Costa Rica – Jessica Kohers