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Art & Architecture

3 Credits
| Course #: SA3039E

This programme has been designed to teach students about the great art collections preserved in the most important Spanish museums. We study the origin and formation of these collections as well as the way they are in display today. Along the course, the student will be also able to recognize the most important masterpieces of the Spanish art, know the reasons that account for their unanimous positive appraisal, and analyze their artistic characteristics and their social and historical implications. The methods of instruction will include lectures, oral presentations by the students and at least one field visit with the professor. Other field trips will be proposed to be done by the students individually.

Contact Hours: 45

Business

3 Credits
| Course #: SA2016E

The purpose of this course is to explore business creation and growth as a multidimensional phenomenon in both independent and corporate (intrapreneurship) settings. By linking theory and practice the course aims to provide students an entrepreneurial perspective and a hands-on experience in the development of new business ventures.

Contact Hours: 45

This course will help you develop managerial competencies required to succeed in a global business environment. Develop your own style within a diverse, multicultural context while identifying and adopting the key characteristics of successful leaders.Problem solving and decision-making are practiced in self-directed collaborative teams, with reflection and feedback as part of the learning process to help you internalize the main concepts. The instructor is a psychologist and executive coach with vast experience in leading and inspiring international teams.

Contact Hours: 45

Communication

3 Credits
| Course #: SA3049E

In a global world successful communication between international colleagues is key to developing successful business and personal relationships. This course explores the skills and knowledge that will increase your understanding and awareness of the impact of culture on communication.Increase your self-awareness by recognizing your own cultural values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. Develop your cultural knowledge and other-awareness to observe and identify the roles, behaviors, attitudes, and cultural orientations of your counterparts and work on strategies to maximize your intercultural competence.

Contact Hours: 45

Mediterranean Studies

3 Credits
| Course #: SA3023E

This course provides a wide view of Spanish history and its cultural and artistic evolution from prehistory to the present, culminating in an in-depth examination of the current sociological and political situation. You will learn how Spain changed from being a polarized country in constant distress to becoming a fully modern, westernized country. This course draws on History, Sociology, Anthropology and Politics to foster a true understanding of Spanish culture.

Contact Hours: 45