Global Business Consulting

Prague, Czech Republic

Available with an Internship

Global Business Consulting

About the Program

Consulting Project Focus Area: International Relations

The Business Consulting program with associated experiential learning equips you to work as a practitioner in a real-world organization. In Prague, you’ll engage with the dynamic field of International Relations, tackling critical issues such as security, human rights, and democracy. As part of a consulting team, you’ll conduct in-depth research, analyze complex political scenarios, and develop strategic recommendations for organizations operating on a local or global scale. This immersive experience sharpens your skills in policy consulting and cross-comparative analysis, preparing you to communicate impactful solutions in the ever-evolving political landscape.

The Business Consulting project with a focus on International Relations allows you to gain valuable insights into the workings of global politics and policymaking. You’ll learn to navigate the complexities of international affairs, enhancing your ability to influence outcomes in government, non-profits, or business settings.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Prague

Dates:

8/27/25 - 12/19/25

Price:

$19,795

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

4/15/25

Withdraw By:

5/15/25

Requirements

Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
Transcript - Unofficial
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Education Completed:

1 Year of College completed prior to program start

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Where You'll Study

Anglo-American University

CEA CAPA is proud to collaborate with Anglo-American University (AAU). Our unique partnership combines the strengths of CEA CAPA's global education management with the academic strengths of AAU, an in...

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CEA CAPA Prague Center

The CEA CAPA Prague Center is located in the historic Old Town district. Courses give you the opportunity to further your academic pursuits in a variety of subjects with Prague as your classroom.

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12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

The required Business Consulting course is comprised of both an academic course and a locally based business consulting project that will require you to meet with clients and conduct group work outside of class. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about your assigned company through in-person or virtual meetings and by visiting their facilities/operations, conducting market research, creating relationships, ideating proposals and solutions, all of which will culminate in a consulting proposal.

In addition to your 3-credit business consulting course and project, you'll enroll in courses at the CEA CAPA Prague Center and have the option to take additional courses at one of our partner institutions:

  • If you enroll in the 'base program' you'll take 1-credit Czech Culture and Language course through Charles University and 3-4 CEA CAPA courses. The Culture and Language course meets for 15 contact hours/1 semester credit, and CEA CAPA courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 semester credits each. Overall, you may earn a total of 13-16 semester credits (up to 240 contact hours).
  • If you enroll in the CEA CAPA & AAU Hybrid option you'll enroll in 3 AAU courses and 1 CEA CAPA course (optional). AAU courses meet for 42 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn a total of 12-15 semester credits (up to 216 contact hours).
  • If you enroll in the CEA CAPA & Charles University Hybrid option you'll enroll in 2-3 CEA CAPA courses and 2 CU courses. CU courses meet for 52 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn a total of 12-15 semester credits (up to 239 contact hours).
  • If you enroll in the CEA CAPA & UNYP Hybrid option you'll enroll in 2-3 CEA CAPA courses and 2 UNYP courses. UNYP courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn a total of 12-15 semester credits (up to 225 contact hours).

This versatile program provides you with the opportunity to gain professional experience while also making progress toward your degree requirements and engaging in classes that afford a richer cultural experience.

Prior to departure, you'll select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availability. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Consulting 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Architecture and Art in the Golden City 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Business Ethics & Management in a Global Context 300 En 45 3
Cross-Cultural Management * 300 En 45 3
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Czech Language and Culture 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Money & Banking 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Finance 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Geography of the City: Prague 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior: An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Marketing Analytics 300 En 45 3
Principles of Marketing 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Democracy in the Czech Republic 300 En 45 3
Ethnicity and Diversity in the Czech Republic 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior: An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Jewish Experience in Prague * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ACC 233 Financial Accounting 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CHIN 100 Chinese I 100 Ch 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CIS 161 Computer Information Systems 100 En 42 3
CIS 301 Business Information Systems 300 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CZE 100 Elementary Czech Language & Culture 100 En 42 3
HSS 260 Czech Culture in Film and Literature 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ART 180 Introduction to Drawing 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
FMS 256 History of Cinema - The Auteurs 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
FIN 304 Corporate Finance 300 En 42 3
FIN 320 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management * 300 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
FRE 200 French II 200 Fr 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
GER 100 German I 100 De 42 3
GER 200 German II 200 De 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
LBS 201 Business Law 200 En 42 3
LEG 101 Introduction to Law 100 En 42 3
LEG 108 Foundation of Law 100 En 42 3
LEG 330 Humanitarian Law 300 En 42 3
LEG 353 Law of International Organizations 300 En 45 3
POS 206 Moot Court 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
MTH 111 Business Mathematics I * 100 En 42 3
MTH 222 Business Statistics * 200 En 42 3
MTH 250 Introduction to Econometrics * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
FMS 151 Intro to Media Studies I (History) 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
HSS 200 European Music History & Appreciation * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
PHI 125 Introduction to Philosophy 100 En 42 3
PHI 401 Advanced Seminar in Philosophy 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ART 151 Introduction to Digital Photography * 100 En 42 3
ART 251 Documentary Photography * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
PSY 150 Introduction to Psychology 100 En 42 3
PSY 260 Developmental Psychology 300 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
RUS 200 Russian II 200 Ru 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology 100 En 42 3
SOC 251 Gender, Minority & Culture * 200 En 42 3
SOC 255 Anthropology of Religion * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
SPA 100 Spanish I 100 Sp 42 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Prague. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
August 27
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Václav Havel Prague Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

August 28 - 29
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

September 01
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA CAPA Study Center and AAU on this day.

October 27 - 31
School Break

AAU is closed for Midterm Break. No classes will be held.

December 15
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at AAU.

December 19
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$19,795
$19,795
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$165
$165
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$0
$240
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$563
$1,125
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$563
$938
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,875
$2,813
TOTAL EXPENSES $23,761 $26,676