Baylor Launched International Business Study Programs

The university introduced week-long study abroad trips to Munich, Lisbon, and Mongolia for business students.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Language Learning

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Baylor University has launched the Embedded Development through Global Engagement program, providing business students with short-term international travel opportunities. The new initiative aims to offer a more affordable alternative to traditional term-long study abroad programs.

Why it matters

The program seeks to increase accessibility by reducing costs and allowing students to gain international experience without missing summer internship opportunities. It addresses the financial barriers that often prevent students from participating in semester-long travel.

The program costs $5,500 compared to $10,000 to $20,000 for full-term trips, with $3,000 scholarships available for students in need. As of Monday, 75% of the 40 total seats for Munich and Lisbon are filled.

The players

Baylor University

This is a private Christian university based in Waco that hosts the business school managing these programs.

McBride Center of International Business

This academic department is responsible for managing international business initiatives and processing program applications.

The details

Students earn three credit hours by completing a designated course and attending weekly preparation meetings before their trip. The curriculum for the Munich and Lisbon programs requires the BUS 3330 course, while the Mongolia trip requires MGT 4320.

The application deadline for all spring programs is November 15, 2026.
The study abroad trip to Munich is scheduled for March 2027.
The Lisbon and Mongolia study abroad trips will take place in May 2027.

Culture Shift

This program reflects the broader higher education trend of prioritizing short-term faculty-led study abroad trips over semester-long programs to boost inclusivity. By condensing global engagement into week-long windows, institutions are moving away from traditional barriers that historically favored wealthier students.

Students at the Waco campus can now plan for international travel with a fixed $5,500 price point, which is significantly lower than typical long-term options. Those eligible for the $3,000 scholarship can reduce their total costs to $2,500, including airfare.

The takeaway

Students looking to gain international experience should apply by November 15 to secure a spot in the current 20-person class sections. This format allows for academic credit and global exposure without the need to sacrifice essential summer internship periods.