Germany - Austria

Germany – Austria

Trip Year

2024

Student Quotes

“You are about to embark on a trip that will grow your confidence, independence, and cultural lens and gift you with friendships that will last a lifetime. You will begin to see life from a new perspective and, in the process, learn more about yourself.”

“This program is more than just a sports study abroad; it is an experience that will stick with you for the rest of your life. You will see things that will change who you are as a person.”

“This trip is unforgettable and unlike anything you will ever do. I am so thankful I got to be part of it and dive into a new culture and meet some of my closest friends. I would recommend this trip to anyone who asks about it.”

"You will see things that will change who you are as a person and will learn things that will both interest and excite you."

"I believed you when you said that this trip would be life changing, but I had no idea the extent that it would impact me. This trip has built my confidence and independence, expanded my cultural lens, and gifted me with friendships that will most definitely last a lifetime."

"To the future German Sport Business students, you are about to embark on a trip that will grow your confidence, independence, and cultural lens that will last a lifetime. You will begin to see life from a new perspective and, in the process, learn more about yourself. "

"This program exceeded my expectations both academically and culturally."

Since 2007, the Sport Management Department has visited Germany 13 times - be sure to register for our 14th memorable trip!

Location:
Germany - Austria

Tentative Dates:
July 3 - August 7, 2024

Program Fee:
$6350 est.

Significant financial contributions help defray costs for Texas A&M University SPMT and SEHD students. Contact pbatista@tamu.edu for details.

The tuition variable depends on the number of credit hours.

Deadline:
February 1, 2024

Registration Link:
https://tamuabroad.via-trm.com/program_brochure/13891

For more information contact:
pbatista@tamu.edu

Germany - Austria 2024 - Sport Business in Europe

Academic site visits and activities expected (but not guaranteed) to be included in the schedule:

Lectures or tours at
- Adidas World Headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany
- International Paralympic Committee world headquarters, Bonn, Germany
- FC Bayern München Home Office Headquarters
- Allianz Arena in Munich
- German Soccer Museum and Borussia Dortmund stadium
- DHL World Headquarters (Sport Sponsoring), Bonn, Germany
- Chiemgau World Cup Biathlon Facility, Ruhpolding, Germany
- Bergisel World Cup Ski Jump facility, Innsbruck
- Deutscher Fussball Bund (German Soccer Federation)
Workshop with students at the German Sport University Cologne (largest sport university in the world)
Sport University Innsbruck lecture on winter sport events
Tours of Munich Olympic Stadium and Allianz Arena (home to FC Bayern München)
German Olympic History Museum
Lectures from leading German and Austrian Sport Management scholars
Active learning about German sport clubs, including baseball, rugby, basketball and soccer
A short course in German culture, and “essential” German language (“Wo ist die toilette, bitte?”)

Cultural visits and activities expected to be included in the schedule:

Bonn / Cologne / Frankfurt / Rhine River area:

A tour of the almost 800-year old Cologne Cathedral (including enjoying the view from the rooftop)
ELDE Haus Cologne – Nazi Prison Documentation Center in Cologne
Nazi Documentation Center and Rally Grounds in Nuremberg
German Post-WWII History Museum
Cruise on the “romantic” Rhine River, including a visit to historic castles overlooking the Rhine, and a visit to the primary wine producing region of Germany
Spend the night in a 1,000+ year old castle in Bacharach that is now a hotel
Hike up the Drachenfels (“Dragon’s Mountain) overlooking the Rhine River
Hiking through the vineyards &/or attending a German “Winefest” celebration
Wine tasting & sampling of traditional German foods & drinks
A visit to the Haribo outlet store (makers of Gummi Bears) – Bonn is the home of Haribo

Munich / The Alps / Austria:

Historical tours of Munich, Salzburg, Nuremberg, Innsbruck, and Berchtesgaden
A mountain hike in the high Alps above Berchtesgaden and Innsbruck
A tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site

Additional travel typically included:

A group excursion lasting 10 – 12 days. This year we will be going to Munich, Salzburg, Nuremburg, Berchtesgaden, & Innsbruck
A 3-4 day weekend available for independent student travel (where in Europe have you always wanted to go?) Paris? Prague? Berlin? London? Rome? Dublin? Amsterdam? Barcelona?

Note: This is a list of potential activities and events, and is subject to change due to availability and scheduling.

Contact: Dr. Paul J. Batista, Assoc. Professor of Sport Management - pbatista@tamu.edu