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CIEE Business + Culture in Berlin, Germany (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Berlin, Germany
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, German Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Business, Culture Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Business + Culture

Berlin, Germany

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Program Overview

Your Business + Culture program in Berlin provides a broad selection of business courses with the opportunity to explore Europe’s startup hub, while engaging with its rich history and cultural experiences. You’ll enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Outside the classroom, explore Berlin through co-curricular and extracurricular activities like touring the Brandenburg Gate, exploring cutting-edge art galleries, and visiting start-up hubs such as Factory Berlin to learn about the city’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. From historic landmarks to modern innovation, Berlin offers a study abroad experience where history, creativity, and entrepreneurship intersect.

Unique Experiences

Help develop UX design in hands-on interactive workshops

with companies like Babbel

Connect with entrepreneurs at Berlin start-up networking events

and meet founders and innovators at local co-working spaces

Walk the Berlin Wall's East Side Gallery

showcasing the works of international artists on remnants of the Berlin Wall

Read About berlin
berlin students on a graffiti tour

Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major. 
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations. 
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes. 
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Berlin will open doors for you to explore Germany's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of excursions and activities: 

  • Learn how marketing and sales strategies work in historically protected venues like the Olympic Stadium 
  • Check out Berlin's Museum Island with five world-class museums and the impressive Berlin Cathedral 
  • Explore the intricacies of fiscal policies on a behind-the-scenes tour of the German Federal Bank

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

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