Societies in Transition
The purpose of this Study Abroad program in Argentina and Chile is to introduce DePaul students to the history, culture, economics and politics of these two major Latin American countries in the context of recent changes in their economies and politics.
Argentina and Chile experienced relatively long periods of military dictatorship and state terrorism during the 1970s and 1980s. During that same period, both countries also experienced very different social dynamics. The Chilean experiment with peaceful revolution and democratic socialism remain unique in Latin American history. In Argentina, the drama of the disappeared and their relatives is still being played out in court. This program will help students investigate the history of these two countries and it has affected their societies, economies and ways of doing business.
The program will include meetings with universities (students and faculty), representatives of the arts, domestic and foreign businesses, a U.S. expatriate community and Consular officials. It will also include visits to major points of interest such as cultural and historical historical institutions. Students will be given sufficient time to explore the host-countries’ major cities (Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Argentina; Santiago, Valparaiso, Vina Del Mar, Chile; La Colonia, Uruguay) for the specific purpose of gaining an insight on the people, their culture, and their traditions. Students are encouraged to take advantage of as many opportunities as possible to seek-out local nationals in order to strike-up conversations and engage in discussions regarding all aspects of local life, business and culture.
The program will be led by Luis Larrea, Executive-in-Residence in Marketing in the College of Commerce, and Felix Masud-Piloto, Professor of History in the College of Liberal Arts& Sciences.
Undergraduate students participating in the program must register for one course in the Fall quarter and one course in the Winter quarter for a total of eight credits. Either MKT398 or HST398 may satisfy the Junior Year Experiential Learning requirement. HST122 may be used toward the Self, Society, and the Modern World Liberal Studies requirement. Graduate Commerce students will register for one course-MKT398.
HST122/HST398/LST200 - Argentina and Chile: Societies in Transition
After gaining independence from Spain in the 1820s, Argentina and Chile formed relatively stable governments and sound economies, making them two of the most politically progressive and economically prosperous societies in Latin America. After decades of constitutional democratic rule, in the 1970s both societies came under the rule of highly repressive military regimes that rolled back those achievements and kept most of its citizens in a state of terror and misery. This course will explore the historical conditions that led to the military dictatorships, life under those regimes and the unique transitions to democracy and national reconciliation currently in process in both countries.
MKT398 - Argentina and Chile: Societies in Transition
The course, taught by Prof. Larrea, is designed to provide students with a strategic business perspective of the current business climate in Argentina and Chile. Emphasis will be given to businesses in the key cities of Buenos Aires and Santiago. The seminar will provide students with a historical perspective of the political/economic dynamics which have engulfed these countries over the last number of years. Students will have a first-hand opportunity to examine the macro-environmental factors (political, economic, socio/cultural and demographic) currently affecting businesses operating in Argentina and Chile. They will also examine the trends and affects of globalization and advances in technology (information and transportation) to the socio/cultural and business environment.
Circumstances, such as an unexpected event abroad or a curriculum change at a host institution, may require DePaul University to make changes to the program. DePaul University reserves the right to cancel or alter programs and courses without notice.
During their stay, students are housed in comfortable hotels.
In addition to DePaul tuition for 8 credits, costs include a specific program fee. For updated information on specific program expenses, click here:
For this program, the fee covers round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, breakfast, study abroad health insurance, and local transportation. Undergraduate students must register for eight credits, four credits in the Fall quarter and four credits in the Winter quarter. Graduate students must register for 4 credits.
Participants must also plan their budgets to cover additional meals, passport and visa fees, textbooks and personal expenses.
Program fees are based on actual costs of the prior year and projections for the current year. Inflation and fluctuating exchange rates make it impossible to state a fixed cost. DePaul University reserves the right to adjust program fees without notice.
To participate in this program, students must have at least a 2.5 GPA. To apply to this DePaul Study Abroad Program, students must submit the following:
• A completed DePaul Study Abroad Program application form
• Two (2) recommendation forms from faculty familiar with your academic work.
• A copy of the DePaul Unofficial Transcript. This may be found on Campus Connect in the Students section under Records and Registration.
• A digital photo uploaded into the application.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15
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