Doing Business the Danish Way: Innovation, Sustainability & Culture
Explore the intersection of business, sustainability, and innovation in one of the world’s most forward-thinking countries. Through our partnership with Aarhus Business College, students will spend a week in Aarhus engaging with Danish faculty, business leaders, and students before traveling to Copenhagen to experience Denmark’s vibrant capital. Open to Business, Fashion, and Hospitality majors, this immersive program combines company visits, cultural exploration, and international networking to provide a firsthand look at global business practices and Scandinavian culture.
Course and Trip Dates
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Term Dates:
May 17 – June 29, 2027 (Summer I) -
Trip Dates:
May 16 – May 24, 2027
Information Session Dates
- September 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., LAH 208
- September 28, 2026, 1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m., Online via Zoom: brookdalecc.zoom.us/j/81010808487
- October 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., LAH 208
- October 20, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Study Abroad Fair, Student Life Center Lobby
- October 29, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., LAH 208
- November 19, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., LAH 208
Tour Highlights
- Engage with Danish faculty and students through lectures and collaborative activities
- Visit innovative Danish companies
- Gain insights into Denmark’s globally recognized approaches to sustainability and the circular economy
- Experience cultural attractions including museums, Old Town Aarhus, Legoland, Tivoli Gardens, and other attractions
- Learn about Danish way of life — Hygge
- Develop a global perspective valued by employers in any field
What’s Included
- Airfare to and from Denmark
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7 Nights of accommodation
- Free Wi-Fi and daily breakfast
- Ground transportation as on itinerary
- Excursions and cultural activities
- Health insurance
- Tips & gratuities
What’s Not Included
- Brookdale Tuition and Fees
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Spending money
- Passport fees
Course(s) Offered
- MRKT 101 — Introduction to Marketing (3 credits)
- BUSI 205 — Principles of Management (3 credits)
- BUSI 295 — Special Project — Management (1 credit)
- HOSP 295 — Special Project — Hospitality Management (1 credit)
- MRKT 295 — Special Project — Marketing (1 credit)
Faculty Leaders
- AnnMarie Hughes (Marketing), amhughes@brookdalecc.edu
- Michelle Zuppe (Business), mzuppe@brookdalecc.edu
Apply
Minimum GPA 2.5 required or permission of the instructor.
Early Bird Deadline: October 31, 2026; Final Deadline: December 23, 2026
Trip Cost
- Apply by October 31: $TBD
- Apply after October 31: $TBD
You will need to apply using your Brookdale login. If you are not a current student or alumni, you must first apply to Brookdale as a non-degree visiting student ($30.00 app. fee). Your Brookdale ID is generated upon acceptance. Follow instructions to set up your Brookdale network credentials; then, you can submit your study abroad application.
To secure your spot, pay the $500 Non-Refundable Deposit:
- Check payable to Brookdale Community College (bring to MAC 114 — Lincroft Campus)
- Call the International Education Center at 732-224-2799 to pay by credit card
For more information email studyabroad@brookdalecc.edu or call 732-224-2799
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