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GEI South Africa – Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Cape Town, South Africa; Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Program Terms: Summer I
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: African Studies, Business, Communications, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Global Studies, International Business, Political Science, Social Science
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
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GEI South Africa: Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) 

Program Overview
In just three weeks, you’ll dive into South Africa's innovation landscape to understand how social enterprises respond to real community needs. This program blends case study exploration, hands-on fieldwork, and cultural immersion to offer a fast-paced, high-impact experience.

Program Highlights
  • Meet local entrepreneurs and innovators reshaping their communities
  • Learn and apply core concepts in inclusive business and design thinking
  • Visit enterprises across sectors such as health, education, and sustainability
    Develop culturally grounded insights and global competencies

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • BUS312: Global Field Engagement (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Evaluate the role of entrepreneurship in social transformation
  • Connect theoretical models with field-based experiences
  • Work collaboratively on challenge-based activities with local input
  • Reflect on ethical leadership and your personal changemaker journey

Unique Experiences in South Africa
Engage with diverse communities in Cape Town and Johannesburg, where students encounter real stories of innovation, inequality, resilience, and possibility. Guided excursions deepen cultural understanding and systemic insight.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 6-26, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

FIND OUT MORE:

About This Program.
About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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