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Outgoing Students

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Which Global Experience is right for you?

Departmental Exchange Programs

Departmental exchange programs are open only to those in the Faculty of Management. Our partner schools are leading management schools in their respective countries and offer a wide array of programming for you to explore.
 
  • Fulfills your international requirement: Majoring in International Business? This exchange directly satisfies the mandatory international component—an efficient way to advance your degree without adding extra coursework.
  • Deep cultural and language immersion: With extended time abroad, you gain meaningful exposure to new cultures and languages—an advantage that strengthens personal growth and employability.
  • Flexible timing:
    • BMgmt students can participate in a full year or either Fall or Winter, giving you options that fit your academic plan.
    • BComm students can attend in the Winter, ensuring your fall core requirements stay on track.
    • CRMBA and MPA students also have opportunities aligned to their program structure, with placements in the Fall only.

University Wide Exchange Programs

University wide exchanges are available to all undergraduate students interested in exploring countries outside of the departmental partners or for those hoping to travel with friends from other faculties. Learn more about their oppotunties here:

  • Fulfills your international requirement: Majoring in International Business? This exchange directly satisfies the mandatory international component—an efficient way to advance your degree without adding extra coursework.
  • Deep cultural and language immersion: With extended time abroad, you gain meaningful exposure to new cultures and languages—an advantage that strengthens personal growth and employability.
  • Flexible timing:
    • BMgmt students can participate in a full year or either Fall or Winter, giving you options that fit your academic plan.
    • BComm students can attend in the Winter, ensuring your fall core requirements stay on track.

Short Term Summer Exchanges

  • Perfect for tight schedules: For BComm and BMgmt students who cannot travel during the academic year, summer exchanges offer meaningful international exposure without disrupting program progress.
  • Flexible, fast, and focused: Short-term programs allow students to gain international experience efficiently while participating in other summer commitments.
  • Opportunities are emailed to the undergraduate students directly in January.

International Field Courses

Canada/Israel Exchange Program:

  • Short Time Commitment with High Impact: Ideal for students who want international experience but cannot spend an entire semester abroad.
  • Financially Accessible: Most program expenses are covered, significantly reducing barriers to participation.
  • Competitive and High‑Value: Only 18 students are selected, making participation a strong differentiator on résumés and applications.
  • Exclusive Opportunity: Open only to BComm and BMgmt students—making the experience tailored to business-focused learning and career paths.

Doing Business in Emerging Markets (DBEM)

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  • Intensive, High‑Quality Global Learning: Designed for students who want a powerful international academic experience without the time commitment of a full-term exchange.
  • Highly Subsidized: Most expenses are covered, making it one of the most cost‑effective global learning options available.
  • Selective Cohort: Only 14 students from Commerce, Management, and CRMBA programs are chosen, providing a prestigious, small-group environment that enhances networking and mentorship.
  • Strategic Career Advantage: Exposure to emerging markets builds a unique global perspective that employers increasingly value.

International Work Terms

International work terms are possible! Management Career Services (MCS) supports students interested in pursuing international work terms with job search strategies and resources. However, students are responsible for securing these opportunities as a self-developed job, provided they meet MCS’ requirements for approval.

Before accepting an offer, submit the job description to your Career & Recruitment Specialist for review and approval. The position must be business-related and meet all co-op requirements, including CEWIL Canada accreditation standards for co-operative education. 

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Departmental Exchange Program Deadlines

  • The deadline to apply exchanges for the Summer 2027, FallÌý2027, first round of Winter 2028 is mid-January 2027.Ìý
  • The deadline to apply for second round exchange opportunities for the Winter 2028 term is June 1st, 2027.

Advantages for applying to one of the Departmental Exchange Partners

  • Applying for seats within a smaller pool – not competing with the wider university community
  • Courses are more tailored to your program (transfer credits)
  • Ongoing support and coordination between Undergraduate Advising Office, Management Career Services & the International Centre

Funding

Scholarship opportunities are available for Dalhousie's Faculty of Management Students accepted for an exchange:

  • Dr. Mona Campbell Fund in International Business - open to all Faculty of Management students- $2,000 awards
  • Dr. Mary R. Brooks Study Abroad Award- open to Commerce students (Canadian or Permanent Resident)- $1,500 awards
  • Study/Work International Fund (SWIF)- open to all students, administered by the International Centre- up to $2,000 awards

Where can you go?Ìý

  • Check out theÌýÌýfor schools you can choose!Ìý
  • See a list of our partner schools

What is next?Ìý

If you are ready to move forward with your global experience, learn more about the next steps.Ìý

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Grenoble, France (2026)

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands (2025)

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Jyväskylä, Finland (2026)

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Contact usÌý

Email: management.global@dal.ca

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Telephone: +1 902 494 3710

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Meet with usÌý

  • are available in person, via Microsoft Teams, or via Phone
  • Weekly drops-ins are also available through uao@dal.ca or calling +902 494 3710