CAP 3154: Global Skills (3 credits)

This course is designed to enhance the students' knowledge and capacity for working in a variety of global environments, with emphasis on Greece. The course builds upon the concepts and skills learned in courses and practicum and calls upon the student's working knowledge. Both the practical and academic experiences in Greek culture and society provide insight for adapting to a variety of cultures, while the experiential component involves the students exploring cross-cultural values with Greek student partners and professional experts. By providing practical and academic experience in Greek economy, culture, and society, this course enhances the student's knowledge and capacity of working in globalized communities. Anticipated outcomes include: 

• Learning needed global organizational skills for successful interaction in international locations and/or with international associates.
• Learning how international organizations and companies from various backgrounds and cultures work together in the same geographic location.
• Experiencing life in a global transitional society.
• Gaining skills in communicating thoughts, feelings, and observations in an environment different from one's home.

To view the course syllabus, click HERE. Several orientation sessions will be held during the spring semester of 2019. Please contact the program's course leader for more information on the academic requirements.

NOTES: 

• In order to receive Capstone credit, program participants must have completed 60 credits hours prior to the program's course start date (i.e. be of Junior standing). Students who participate in capstone programs without meeting the credit hour prerequisite will receive elective credit. In this instance, students should consult with their academic advisor(s) regarding how the elective credit fits into their specific plans of study. 
• Students planning to participate in the spring commencement ceremony in May can enroll in this summer term program, however, their degree will not be conferred until the end of the summer term and is contingent on the successful completion of the program and all required coursework.
• Students attending colleges and universities other than UNI are welcome to participate in this program. If you are not currently a UNI student, but would like to participate in this program, please contact the UNI Study Abroad Center prior to starting your program application.
• Capstone courses cannot be repeated. If you have previously taken the program's capstone course, please contact the UNI Study Abroad Center prior to starting your program application.