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  • Business in Eastern Europe

    Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, and Hungary

    - Sample Itinerary -

  • Academic Field(s)

    Business and Economics

  • Destinations

    Zagreb, Ljubljana, Vienna, and Budapest

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Accommodation

    hostel and 3-star hotels in Zagreb, Ljubljana, Vienna, and Budapest

The first principle of international management is to recognize and appreciate the considerable diversity of countries in the global economy. Since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, the Central and Eastern European countries have grown and developed in many ways.

The purpose of this program is to give students an overview of the political, economic, and culturally diverse environments in Austria as well as in selected Central and Eastern European countries. Students will also come to understand the tremendous challenges that these countries are currently facing.

  • DAY 1

    • Overnight flight to Zagreb, Croatia (group flight can be booked separately)

  • DAY 2-3: ZAGREB

    Stay 2 nights at a 3-star hotel in Zagreb

    • Arrival at Zagreb Airport Franjo Tuđman (ZAG)
    • Check-in at the hotel and orientation session by your CEPA On-Site Coordinator
    • Guided walking tour of Zagreb
    • Welcome dinner at a Croatian restaurant
    • Visit the Zagreb Stock Exchange (ZSE) and learn about its history as well as current issues and developments
    • Free afternoon to explore the city

  • DAY 4-5: LJUBLJANA

    Stay 2 nights at a 3-star hotel in Ljubljana

    • Check-in at the hotel and orientation session by your CEPA On-Site Coordinator
    • Guided walking tour of Ljubljana
    • Admission to the Ljubljana Castle, which is located at the Castle Hill
    • Visit a company, such as Petrol, the principal strategic supplier of oil and other energy products to the Slovenian market
    • Free afternoon to explore the city

  • DAY 6: GRAZ - VIENNA

    Stay 4 nights at a hostel in Vienna

    • Free time in Graz
    • Visit an Austrian brewery in Graz (tasting included)
    • Check-in at the hostel and orientation session by your CEPA On-Site Coordinator

  • DAY 7-9: VIENNA - MELK

    • Visit a bank, such as Raiffeisen International or Bawak PSK, and learn about their operations and the financial situation in Austria
    • Visit an international organization, such as OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) and learn about current issues of the global oil market
    • Admission to the Schönbrunn Palace, which is one of the most important cultural monuments in Austria
    • Free afternoon to explore the city
    • Round-trip train tickets to and from Melk
    • Guided tour of the Melk Abbey, whose baroque building is one of the biggest and most beautiful
    • Enjoy coffee and cake at a traditional Austrian coffee house in Vienna

  • DAY 10: BRATISLAVA - BUDAPEST

    • Visit an automobile manufacturer, such as Volkswagen Slovakia
    • Free time in Bratislava

    Stay 3 nights at a 3-star hotel in Budapest

    • Check-in at the hotel and orientation session by your CEPA On-Site Coordinator

  • DAY 11-13: BUDAPEST

    • Visit the European Commission Representation at the House of the European Union and learn about Hungary’s membership and role within the EU
    • Visit the U.S. Embassy to get an overview of the business and trade relations between Hungary and North America
    • Guided tour of the Great Market Hall to learn more about Hungarian food and specialties (tasting included)
    • Free afternoon to explore the city
    • Farewell dinner at a Hungarian restaurant
    • Departure from Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport (BUD)
  • What’s included in this sample itinerary:

    Academic and professional excursions with special presentations • cultural excursions and field trips with local, bilingual guides • entrance fees and reservations • accommodation in a hostel and 3-star hotels (twin rooms for students; single room for the faculty) • daily breakfast • welcome and farewell dinner • coffee and cake in Vienna • local transportation by private bus as needed • train tickets • public transportation passes in Zagreb, Ljubljana (day 5 only), Vienna, and Budapest • on-site coordinator during excursions • orientation sessions • time to study, instruct, and explore

Programs require a minimum of 12 participants.

Your custom quote will be tailored to several key factors, including:

  • travel dates
  • final group size (including faculty leaders)
  • program duration
  • specific excursions
  • your preferred accommodation and meal plans
  • other specific requirements

Our commitment to the local culture and environment

In light of our pledge to sustainability and our initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint, we encourage everyone to consider alternatives when planning a study abroad program.

Whether it’s staying outside of a major city or utilizing climate conscious lodging, every little step counts to promote sustainable practices, preserve European’s great cities and cultures, while keeping program expenses in check.

Join us in this effort to make culturally conscious and eco-friendly choices.

Together, we can make a difference!

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Accomodation

By exploring nearby housing options instead of staying in major European cities, we can minimize our impact on overtourism. Ask us about the "second city" strategy.

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Pack light

Every extra kilogram on a plane, train, or bus increases energy consumption. A "carry-on only" rule is a win for both the planet and your back.

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Cultural Behaviour

Learn the "Golden Three": Learning "Hello," "Please," and "Thank you" in the local language is more than a courtesy; it signals respect for the local identity and immediately changes the dynamic of your interactions.

Travel routes

By basing a program in one location and building in day excursions, we can minimize the environmental impact.

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Eat "KM 0"

Look for restaurants with the "Kilometro Zero" label (common in Italy and Spain), which guarantees ingredients are sourced locally.

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Water

Refill Stations: Europe has some of the cleanest tap water in the world. Use apps like Refill to find public fountains and avoid buying plastic bottles.

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Climate Action

We offset the carbon footprint of our operations and programs, and plant one native tree for each participant in a CEPA study abroad program.

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Travel in the "Shoulder" Season

Visiting in March or October helps distribute income to locals year-round and prevents the "ghost town" effect that happens in tourist hubs during winter.

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