Undergraduate Program

Taipei, Taiwan, is home to the tallest building in the world (Taipei 101, pictured to the left), is the largest semi-conductor producer in the world (TSMC), the capital of one of the "four Asian economic Tigers," and one of the most vibrant economies (the 14th largest in the world). Taiwan is the world leader in terms of semi-conductor and chip technology, as well as one of the top producers of computers and computer equipment in the world.

One of the most progressive and modern cities in the world, Taipei is also the cultural center for one of the oldest and richest cultures in Asia. There is a constant blend of old and new in Taipei with modern high-rises and trendy shops mixed in with ancient temples and palaces.

Singapore is one of the four Asian Tigers, and has been voted the most business friendly city in the world. It is one of the world’s greatest financial and technological centers. It is also home to the world’s busiest port with roughly one-quarter of all shipping-containers and half of all the oil shipped worldwide passing through its waters.

It is one of the safest cities in the world and home to a diverse mix of cultures, including large Indian, Middle-Eastern, Chinese, Malay, and European communities.

Jakarta, Indonesia is the business heart of one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Jakarta is also the capital of Indonesia, a flourishing democracy of over 240 million people spread over 17,000 islands. 13 Marshall undergraduate students recently spent the summer (2011) interning in this vibrant metropolis.

Buenos Aires, Argentina, is one of South America's premier business destinations. It has a modern business infrastructure and a strong economy. Some of the major local industries, which are continental leaders, include banking, telecommunications, chemical, and automobile manufacturing. With its wide boulevards, leafy parks, grand buildings, and varied culture and nightlife, Buenos Aires is the most European of all Latin American cities and is reminiscent of Paris or Barcelona. With several new museums and a continuous agenda of cultural attractions and events, Buenos Aires is a 24-hour city, with much to see and do.

Tokyo, Japan - Presiding over the world`s third largest economy, Tokyo is the governmental, financial, and administrative center of Japan. Quick to embrace modern developments and fashions, Tokyo has continued to be at the forefront of trends and technology and remains the country`s most cosmopolitan city. Most major Japanese companies have their head office in Tokyo and for foreign companies, a presence in Japan generally means a presence in Tokyo.

March Trips

Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India, is the business, financial, and entertainment capital of India, generating roughly 10% of India's yearly GDP and 70% of their financial transactions. India is one of the fastest growing economies in the World and is home to an emergent hig-tech sector. All of the major financial institutions, banks, and stock exchanges are based in Mumbai. The headquarters or administrative offices of most major business houses doing business in India operate out of Mumbai.

Also, home of India's movie industry (known colloquially as "Bollywood"), Mumbai is the 5th most populous city in the world, drawing residents from around India and the world.

Santiago, Chile, once considered a provincial city, is now the economic hub and the capital of Latin American commerce. Santiago is home to one of the fastest growing and most stable economies and governments in South America. The country has experienced consistent economic growth for the past decade and has recently seen a 155% increase in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). The Chilean GDP has "slowed" to average yearly increases of 7% boasting the highest average in North and South America.

Santiago occupies arguably the most spectacular setting of any world capital. Sprawled across the fertile Santiago valley and only 60 miles from the Pacific coast, the city views are dominated by the Andes mountains, which border its eastern suburbs. It is said that Santiago's 5.5 million residents have the ability to take a morning dip in the sea, followed by an afternoon on the nearby ski slopes. In this city of contrasts, glass-fronted skyscrapers tower over 18th-century churches, while indigenous women in tribal costume hawk penny snacks outside world-class restaurants and hotels. Santiago enjoys one of the best standards of living on the continent.

Hong Kong is the quintessential modern city, full of energy and contrasts. Once a small fishing village, Hong Kong now boasts a population of over 7 million residents. This former British colony and world-manufacturing powerhouse has repositioned itself in the past decade as the financial gateway to China. Every major bank and investment firm has offices in Hong Kong, making it one of the economic capitals of the world.