(UWG) International Business in Barcelona and Lisbon

Program Description:

International Business in Spain and Portugal.

This ‘dual-destination’ trip will give students firsthand insight into two distinct cultures and economies - all within one seamless, immersive experience. Gain practical insights by visiting local businesses and exploring the culture in the dynamic markets of Spain and Portugal.

Cultural excursions will include – an e-bike tour of Barcelona; a traditional Spanish dinner and flamenco show; a tour of the amazing Sagrada Familia cathedral; a Segway tour of old town Lisbon; a Portuguese cooking class; and a foodie tour of Lisbon.

Business visits will include firms in advertising and digital media, banking and finance, wine and chocolate production, and economic development.

Dates: March 13 - 21, 2026

Contact:

• Dr. Talpade: stalpade@westga.edu | Ms. Cheryl Brown: cbrown@westga.edu

The Office of Education Abroad: goabroad@westga.edu

Barcelona, Spain & Lisbon, Portugal

Emergency Contact Information

The national emergency number in Spain & Portugal is 112

U.S. Embassy Lisbon
Av. das Forças Armadas, Sete-Rios
1600-081 Lisbon
Portugal
Telephone: +(351) (21) 770-2122
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(351) (21)-770-2122 or +(351) (21) 727-3300
Fax: +(351) (21) 727-2354
Email: conslisbon@state.gov

Courses

• MKTG 4885/6881: Marketing in Spain and Portugal
• ECON 4485/6481: Economy of Spain and Portugal

Program Cost: $3,985

Deadlines/ Payment Schedule:

• Deposit - September 19th, $500.00
• Payment 1 - October 20th, $1,800
• Payment 2 - November 25th, $1,685

Additional Costs:

• UWG Tuition (paid separately)
• Touchnet payments include 3% non-refundable fee

Guaranteed Scholarship: $835! 

Important Notes:

• Program spots are generally first-come first-serve. The non-refundable deposit will secure your spot in the program, but if you are not accepted for any reason, then you will be reimbursed. Refunds will not be issued if you withdraw from the program at any point.
• Lack of visa/passport may result in complete loss of program fee

For questions, contact: goabroad@westga.edu