WHU European MBA Summer Institute review Past Review
By Jeremy U (BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES., University of Hawaii - Manoa) for
WHU–Otto Beisheim School of Management: Vallendar - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Yes. I was able to gain a better understanding of the EU and Germany. Cleared up stereotypes I had about Germany and helped me to be a more global student.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The material and course work were well thoughtout and the program provided sufficient time to enjoy being in Germany. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Expectations were met and we were well taken care of by our coordinator |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The dorms were very good and included refridge, stove, and microwave. Downstairs there was a laundry room. |
* Food: |
The school lunches were good and there were many restaurants in the town near the village. There were also nearby supermarkets to purchase food at. |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We went on several field trips including touring the town, visiting a Castle, and wine tasting. |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
no problem. |
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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Language
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Enjoy the program and being in a foreign location. |