China may become the economic world leader in the future. Past Review
By Nancy K (Management, University of Wisconsin - Stout) for
University of Wisconsin - Stout: Hong Kong - Operations Management in China
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
This experience was very worthwhile, because my company has an office in china and is intending to open another manufacturing facility. It really opens a persons mindset to think in a completely different way.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
It was done through the american educational system |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
our teacher did an excellent job. |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Food: |
teacher did an excellent job ensuring that the quality of food was above average. |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
all were memorable |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
to my surprise I felt very safe in china |
If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | I spent about $500, most was for souvenirs and unnecessary items |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Getting money out of the ATM is the best way to convert to the foreign currency. |
Language
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | keep an open mind to other peoples ideas and thoughts. |
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