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Merrill Family Global Campus Experience
Study in Hong Kong & Taiwan
Hong Kong & Taiwan
Add a global perspective to Managing Information Technology for Business Value by studying in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Through partnerships with the and , MFGCE Hong Kong and Taiwan provides a unique opportunity to explore how organizations leverage information systems to drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage across diverse industries. Through guest lectures, company visits, and experiential learning opportunities, you will gain firsthand insight into technology-enabled business practices in sectors such as finance, logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, hospitality, and AI, while engaging with leading organizations across Hong Kong, Kaohsiung, Chiayi, and Taipei.
Course information
This course counts towards a Management Information Systems concentration and Global Perspectives Requirement
Course Title: BUS 468 Managing Information Technology for Business Value
Program Dates: June 8 - 26, 2027
Course Description: Focuses both on current issues (e.g. build/buy, outsourcing, alignment) and emerging issues (e.g. social networking, utility computing, knowledge management and privacy) in obtaining value from information technology.
Cost & Funding
All MFGCE participants will receive a subsidy of $2,000 from the Merrill Family Global Campus Experience Fund to support their travel and participation.
This program uses a cost recovery model, meaning the total cost will vary depending on the number of participants. The program cost has also been subsidized in part by the Merrill Family Global Campus Experience Fund.
Estimated Program Fee: $3,500-$3,650*
*Final program costs will be confirmed prior to departure and may vary based on program arrangements and enrollment.
Program Fee Covers:
- Shared accommodations
- Group transportation
- Experiential activities
- Guest speakers & lecturers
- Some group meals
- International flight from Hong Kong to Taiwan
Additional Costs:
- Â鶹ÊÓƵtuition & fees
- Airfare and personal transportation
- Personal expenses (i.e. food, cellular coverage, travel insurance, visas)
Eligibility & Requirements
This program is open to Â鶹ÊÓƵbusiness major or joint major students only. Visiting, non-degree, diploma, and certificate students are not eligible.
General Requirements
- Must be 19 years or older
- Completion of at least 90 units, including 12 units at SFU
- Minimum Â鶹ÊÓƵCGPA of 2.5 and Â鶹ÊÓƵBusiness GPA of 2.30
- Successful completion of BUS 237, BUS 360W, BUS 362, all with a final grade of C- or higher.
How to apply
Visit the for instructions on how to apply to the Merrill Family Global Campus Experience. Applications for the upcoming summer program will open during the fall semester.
Note: Students who apply to MFGCE will receive a final decision prior to the exchange application deadline so that they may make an informed decision about their study abroad opportunities.
Student testimonial
"The MFGCE program was an incredible way to experience a shorter exchange while still sticking to my intended graduation schedule. It pushed me out of the classroom and into learning through cultural immersion rather than just lectures. The program showed me how much learning happens outside a lecture hall, giving me a sharper eye for how things actually work in the real world."