Operations Management in Argentina
with UAlr & API
Learn About Business and Operations in Buenos Aires, Argentina!
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Program Details
Where: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Program Dates: May 9 – 18, 2024
Program Cost: $2,025 per student* (Additional single room fee: $520 per students for the duration of the program)
Application Deadline: TBD
*Maximum program fee – subject to change depending on enrollment numbers
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PROGRAM SUMMARY:
In this study abroad experience, students will travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina and learn about Operations Management, logistics and more! Engage with local businesses, ports and more with incredible excursions and site visits in this bustling economic and cultural hub.
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PROGRAM ITINERARY
Please note that the itinerary below is subject to change based on weather, availability, and other factors.
Thursday - 05/09/24
Departure for Argentina on group flight (organized by UArk Little Rock)
Friday - 05/10/24
Morning
- Arrival into Buenos Aires (EZE)
- API-organized airport reception and transfer to program accommodations
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- Check in
- API cultural, health, and safety orientation
- Neighborhood walking tour
Evening
- API-organized Welcome Dinner
Saturday - 05/11/24
Day Trip: Tigre Delta
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations (included)
- Transportation, boat ride, kayak activity (optional)
Afternoon
- Lunch included
Evening
- Dinner on own
Sunday - 05/12/24
Morning
- Guided tour of San Telmo
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- Free afternoon
Evening
- Dinner on own
Monday - 05/13/24
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Visit to the Port of Buenos Aires, one of the busiest ports in South America to better understand the challenges and intricacies involved in global trade logistics (pending availability)
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- Visit the Centro de Distribución Puerto Madero (Puerto Madero Distribution Center). Located in close proximity to the port, this distribution center serves as a strategic hub for efficient logistics operations, facilitating the movement and distribution of goods within Buenos Aires and its surrounding areas (pending availability)
- UArk debriefing (1.5 hrs)
Evening
- Dinner on own
Tuesday - 05/14/24
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Visit to AACREA (NGO that works within agricultural field)- Meeting with some of the directors, and short conference introducing AgroBusiness in the Region
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- UArk debriefing (1.5 hrs)
- Organized futbol (soccer) match with local
Evening
- Dinner on own
Wednesday - 05/15/24
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Visit or conference with representative from the Buenos Aires City Office regarding Small Business promotion and tax facilities
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- Banco Nacion Visit
- UArk debriefing (1.5 hrs)
Evening
- Dinner on own
Thursday - 05/16/24
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Visit to a yogurt manufacturing plant – La Serenissima Plant in General Rodriguez, to witness operations management practices in action
Afternoon
- Lunch on own
- UArk debriefing (1.5 hrs)
Evening
- Early dinner on own
- Tango Show
Friday - 05/17/24
Day Trip: Estancia near San Antonio de Areco
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Activities: horseback riding, folkloric dancing and show
Afternoon
- Farewell Group lunch included
- Return to Buenos Aires
Evening
- Dinner on own
Saturday - 05/18/24
Morning
- Breakfast at accommodations
- Free morning
Afternoon
- Group transfer to Buenos Aires airport for group flight
Evening
- Dinner on own
- Departure for the United States on group flight
Sunday - 05/19/24
Morning
- Arrival in US on group flight
GETTING STARTED:
Applications will open soon for this program. Please fill out the form below to express your interest in this program.
If you have specific program or academic related questions, please contact:
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Why API
API offers best-in-class programming, with student well-being a high priority.
Our mission is to create better global citizens through international experiential learning. API programs are developed to be transformative, career-boosting experiences that include:
- Community involvement through optional volunteer programs with API Gives Back
- Cultural awareness through relevant coursework and time spent in multicultural student groups
- High-touch student support throughout the program
About API
Academic Programs International (API) was founded in 1997 and is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable experiential learning programs. Their extensive pre-departure preparation, coupled with strong support services on-site, facilitates academic, cultural and linguistic learning. Within the supportive environment of the API programs, API participants are encouraged to explore their host communities and become increasingly independent and confident in their own abilities. They strive to make international educational experiences accessible to as many participants as possible, and, as such, works to provide multiple program components at a low program cost.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
API is committed to providing enriching international experiences to its participants. We believe in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.