Faculty-Led Summer Study Abroad in Germany

Travel to Germany and get an inside view of world-class organizations such as Airbus, Mercedes, and Volkswagen to see how they design, build, and ship products. Explore the complex logistics of managing a large seaport. Visit a museum to better understand Germany's culture and history. Field trips include Airbus Aerospace Manufacturing, Volkswagen Autostadt, Mercedes Auto Production, Becks Brewery (incl. tasting session), Harbor Logistics Tour (Sea Port Bremerhaven), CEWE Processing Plant, and others (e.g., warehousing).

Program Details

Eligibility

Dean of Students approval

Courses

OSM 3000 (Operations and Supply Chain Management)
OSM 4990 (Global Supply Chain Management)
BA 5990 (Global Operations Management)
or
MKT 4990 (Introduction to Consumer Research in Europe) - 3 credits each

Classroom Language

English

Housing

Moxy Hotels in Hamburg and Bremen

Costs

Program Fee $3,250, a $500 deposit will be due February 15th. The remainder of the program fee will be due according to Michigan Tech's Summer Track A Billing timeline
Tuition Cost: Varies by Number of Credits Taken (3-6), In-State Residency Status, and Major of Student
Air fare

Locations

Hamburg and Bremen, Germany, plus visits to Bremerhaven, Berlin, Schwerin, and Wolfsburg

Application Deadline

Deadline: Feb 1, 2027
Apply by December 31 to be eligible for partial scholarships

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Experience Other Cultures and Ideas

Theory and Practice

Blending Theory and Practice

Gain international and intercultural knowledge

Learn first-hand about operations and supply chains in Germany
Learn about consumer behavior, digital marketing, advertising, B2B relationships, and technical sales in Europe

Car assembly

OSM Field Trips

Airbus Aerospace Manufacturing
Volkswagen Autostadt
Mercedes Auto Production
Beck's Brewery (incl. tasting session)
Harbor Logistics Tour (Sea Port Bremerhaven)
Misc. operations trips (e.g., warehousing)

Cultural Life in Germany

City Tours Bremen / Hamburg; Sightseeing
German-US Emigration Museum Bremerhaven
Old passenger lists (1877-1939) and artifacts (beginning 1683)
Departure port of 7.2 million migrants to the U.S.
Visit Schwerin Castle
Misc. cultural excursions

Youth Hostel Bremen

Accomodations

Moxy Hotels in Hamburg and Bremen
Modern, shared rooms with private bathroom
Close to city center with shopping and restaurants
Extensive breakfast included
Use of conference room to study
Use of gym
Local travel included

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Tuesday, October 14,
4-5 p.m., Academic Office Building, room 101
Thursday, November 6,
4:30-5:30 p.m., Academic Office Building, room 101

Ulrich Schmelzle

Associate Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management, College of Business

schmelzle@mtu.edu
906-487-2710
Academic Office Building G010B

Junhong Min

Associate Professor of Marketing, College of Business

jmin@mtu.edu
906-487-2885
Academic Office Building 112

Other Things to Consider

Have questions about studying aboard? Your Faculty Leader can help you with your pre-departure. Michigan Tech has standard policies on academic misconduct and complies with all federal and state laws and regulations regarding discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Here are some other resources that will help you with your visit:

Behavior and Expectations

Students are expected to abide by the Michigan Tech student conduct code. There is zero tolerance for drug use. Violations will result in immediate expulsion from the program and no refund.

Health and Safety

Reasonable precautions should be taken as in any area abroad. Faculty Leaders will assist you in finding the closest medical facilities.

Accommodations

For more information about reasonable accommodation for or equal access to education or services at Michigan Tech, please call the Dean of Students Office, at 906-487- 2212 or follow the link above.