A Note: Study abroad programs: A potential key to successful accounting and management education in a global world

R Oberholzer

South African Journal of Accounting Research, 2007, vol. 21, issue 1, 127-146

Abstract: The continuing globalization of business underscores the importance of educating students to develop a broad worldview. This exploratory study attempts to provide educators with some insight into the usefulness of a short-term study abroad program.An existing short-term study abroad program undertaken by students from a first world country (United States of America) to a developing country (South Africa) was used as a basis for conducting the study.It became evident during the study that the mere idea of studying abroad served to initiate research into another culture. In addition, the participants believed that a visit to another country provides better insight into that country. This study argues that it is possible for a study abroad program to be used as an important educational tool for improving accounting and management education in a dynamic global world. Attending a study abroad program helps students gain international experience and intercultural skills, which are key factors in successful globalization and management.

Date: 2007
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DOI: 10.1080/10291954.2007.11435129

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