Operations Management in Scotland
with UALR & API
Program Details
Program Dates: May 15 – May 23, 2026
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Application Deadline: TBA
Program Cost: TBA
Program Summary
Students will travel to Edinburgh, Scotland to learn about operations management, production and commercial distribution firsthand in one of the world’s foremost political, cultural and economic hubs. Over the course of this program, students will get the chance to learn from industry professionals in tourism and large-scale consumer goods production, as well as visiting incredible historical and cultural sites throughout Edinburgh and beyond. Students will have the chance to debrief with UALR faculty following each industry visit, maximizing knowledge gain and learning through the lens of a uniquely positioned economy.
About Your Trip:
Details & Highlights
Itinerary Highlights
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Below is a list of activities and excursions planned for this program*:
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- Neighborhood walking tour of Edinburgh
- Group welcome dinner
- Walking tour of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Industry visit to Sheraton Hotel
- Industry visit to Scottish whiskey distillery
- Traditional Schottish Ceilidh dance
- Excursion to New Castle
- Food manufacturing industry visit
- International Goods manufacturing industry visit
- Group farewell dinner
*Please note: Activities and excursions are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and other factors.
Course Details & Academics
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Health & Safety
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- API health, safety and cultural orientation upon arrival
- API on-site Resident Director to implement and oversee the program itinerary and serve as an emergency contact available 24/7
- Every API Resident Director is thoroughly trained in emergency response and receives ongoing training and support. In the event of an emergency, they are ready to enact emergency action plans
Travel Information
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- All participants will need a valid passport to enter Scotland
- Students do not need a student visa
- There will be one group airport pick-up in Edinburgh and one group airport return in Edinburgh
Housing & Meals
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Housing:
- Accommodation in shared hotel rooms for program duration
- Linens, towels, and internet access provided
Included Meals:
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Group welcome meal
- Group farewell meal
What's Included
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Included in Program Fee:
- API on-site Resident Director
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Accommodations
- Select meals
- Excursions & Activities
- Ground transportation for program activites
- Pre-departure advising
Not Included:
- International airfare
- Additional meals or activities not listed in the official itinerary
- Personal expenses (e.g. passport, luggage fees, souvenirs, etc.)
NEW - Fare Finder!
In an effort to reduce financial barriers and increase access, we are offering the Fare Finder™ app right inside of APIConnect to provide access to discounted airfare for academic travel. With Fare Finder, we’re making educational travel simpler and more accessible than ever before.
Financial Aid Resources
You might be surprised to hear that you can use financial aid to study abroad! API does accept all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Passport Resources
Don’t let a missing passport derail your study abroad plans! International travelers are itching to get back out there so processing time for passport applications and renewals has increased. Apply for or renew your passport as soon as possible to ensure your study abroad plans stay on track!
Let’s Get You Abroad!
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Connect with Your School
For more information on this program, or how to get the process started at your school, reach out to the faculty leader or study abroad office!
Faculty-Leader:
Otmar Varela
[email protected]
Study Abroad Office:
Reynolds 433
Little Rock, AR 72204
501-916-6480
ualr.edu/studyabroad
Drew Smith
[email protected]
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
API Scholarships
Academic Programs International (API) awards millions of dollars in scholarships every year to students just like you! Visit our scholarships page to review our Early Bird Scholarship, our Academic Scholarship, our Opportunity Scholarship and the Financial Aid Boost Scholarship for those who need extra support. API is here for you!
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