Business and Global Leadership
With Professors Dr. Nawlo and Thompson
May 10-22, 2027 | Cost: $6,000
See the world while taking your business or leadership course!
GEB2930 OR SLS2930
Experience Japan through the intersection of business, culture, tradition, and innovation on a 13-day study abroad journey through Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, and Nara. Students will explore one of the world’s most influential economies through hands-on business, academic, and cultural experiences—from exploring innovation and manufacturing at Nissan and the entrepreneurial story behind Japan’s iconic instant ramen industry to discovering centuries-old craftsmanship, contemporary consumer culture, and the relationship between tradition and modern Japanese business. Along the way, students will experience Tokyo’s vibrant commercial districts, travel by Japan’s famous bullet train, participate in a traditional tea ceremony, visit Kyoto University, explore historic temples and shrines, and experience the extraordinary cultural landscapes of Kyoto and Nara.
INFO SESSIONS:
September 22 | 12:30 p.m. | WAD 257 Winter Haven Campus
September 23 | 2 p.m. | LLC 2125 Lakeland Campus
Program Registration Deadline – December 1, 2026 | $500 deposit due
To register, contact Kim Simpson | ksimpson@polk.edu