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CIEE Business + Culture in Florence, Italy (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • 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 Housing Options: Apartment (shared)
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Accounting, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Art History, Chemistry, Child Development, Classical Studies, Communications, Creative Writing, Culture, Design, Economics, Education, Entrepreneurship, European Studies, Fashion Design, Film, Film & Media Study, Finance, Gender Studies, Graphic Design, Health Science, History, International Business, International Relations, Internships, Journalism, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mathematics & Statistics, Media Studies, Music, Nutrition, Philosophy, Photography, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Public Policy, Public Relations, Religion/Theology, Service Learning, Social Science, Sociology, Studio Arts, Tourism, Urban Studies, Writing Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.8
Program Description:

Business + Culture

Florence, Italy

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Program Overview

Your Business + Culture program in Florence gives you the chance to explore Italy’s cultural cradle of art and innovation while combining a broad selection of business courses and hands-on business experience. You’ll enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Step outside the classroom to explore Florence through co-curricular and extracurricular activities like wandering the Uffizi Gallery, strolling across the Ponte Vecchio, sampling Tuscan cuisine at local markets, and attending workshops or lectures that showcase Italy’s rich history of design and entrepreneurship. In Florence, everyday blends professional growth with the timeless beauty and culture of this iconic city.

Unique Experiences

Explore the legacy of Salvatore Ferragamo

to understand how a family-owned business grew into a global luxury brand

Tour sustainable businesses like Funghi Espresso

and learn how circular economy principles are applied in real-world companies

Discover Florence’s historic center from the Duomo to Piazza della Signoria

on a walking tour and learn about the legends and hidden stories of the city

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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 Florence will open doors for you to explore Italy’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of excursions and activities: 

  • Enjoy a day trip to Chianti vineyards to explore family-owned wineries, sustainable viticulture, and wine export strategies 
  • Discover Siena, a medieval gem located just an hour away from Florence, to learn about its history, the Palio (historical horse race), visit the Cathedral, and taste local cuisine 
  • Visit the Ferrari Museum to learn about brand strategy, innovation, and luxury automotive business operations

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

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

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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