# All MBAs Gain Global Experience
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## Become a Global Ambassador Through Our Global Programs at Rice Business
At Rice Business, we’re all about creating global ambassadors. All MBA students dive into a core global field experience. Plus, you can go further with offsite electives and study abroad opportunities. Learn to lead globally here.
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Students Completed an International Consulting Project 2024-25
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International Cities Visited in 2024-25
98
Global Consulting Projects in 2024-25
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Global Field Experiences Courses Conducted in 2024-25
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## Become a Global Ambassador
Take what you learn in the classroom and gain hands-on experience in international emerging markets, addressing real challenges with real clients. At Rice Business, you will make a global impact. Our global field experience is built into the curriculum of all MBA programs.
[Learn More About Our Global Field Experience](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/global-field-experience)
## Drive Social Impact at Scale
Enhance your global perspective when you take elective courses abroad. We’re dedicated to empowering students to drive real change in emerging markets, focusing on ESG, social impact and sustainable development. Our electives are designed to improve the social and economic development of communities worldwide so you can make a difference.
[Learn About Our Global Electives](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/other-global-programs-available-rice)
## Meet the Faculty
All our global programs are led by faculty who are recognized for their research and expertise, giving you a chance to work closely with them and get to know them better.
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### [Brian Akins](https://business.rice.edu/person/brian-akins)
Associate Professor of Accounting
### [Barbara Bennett](https://business.rice.edu/person/barbara-bennett)
Professor of Finance and Statistics\
Director of Special Projects and Director of MBA@Rice
### [Adrienne Garland](https://business.rice.edu/person/adrienne-garland)
Lecturer in Entrepreneurship
### [Prashant Kale](https://business.rice.edu/person/prashant-kale)
Associate Professor of Strategic Management
### [Balaji Koka](https://business.rice.edu/person/balaji-koka)
Associate Professor of Strategic Management\
Academic Director of Global Programming
### [Haiyang Li](https://business.rice.edu/person/haiyang-li)
H. Joe Nelson III Professor of Management – Strategic Management
### [Anastasiya Zavyalova](https://business.rice.edu/person/anastasiya-zavyalova)
Associate Dean for Degree Programs\
Associate Professor of Strategic Management
### [Yan Anthea Zhang](https://business.rice.edu/person/yan-anthea-zhang)
Fayez Sarofim Vanguard Professor of Management – Strategic Management
## Fully Immerse Yourself Abroad
Want to develop your international outlook even more? You can choose to study abroad for a semester at one of our partner institutions and immerse yourself in the culture as well as the classes. Or take advantage of the opportunity to attend seminars hosted by business schools around the world to get a taste of the host country and city, without being away from home too long.
[Learn About Studying Abroad](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/other-global-programs-available-rice)
## Meet the Team
### [Abbey Hartgrove](https://business.rice.edu/person/abbey-hartgrove)
Director, Global Programs & Experiential Learning
### [Mohammad Khan](https://business.rice.edu/person/mohammad-khan)
Assistant Director, Global Programs & Experiential Learning
### [Hannah McCauley](https://business.rice.edu/person/hannah-mccauley)
Program Manager, Global Programs & Experiential Learning
### [Shelby Kuepker](https://business.rice.edu/person/shelby-kuepker)
Assistant Director, Global Programs & Experiential Learning
## Personally Speaking
The GFE was the perfect end to this MBA journey, and I'll forever be grateful for such an epic experience.
#### Kevin Doffing
Executive MBA
The risks of coming across the Ocean to learn, see, taste, and experience all of this for myself was worth every doubt that had crossed my mind.
#### Norma Torres Mendoza
Full-Time MBA
The GFE didn't just teach me about international business; it immersed me in the intricacies of fostering a global mindset that goes beyond textbooks and theories.
#### Jerrica Givens
Professional MBA
## You Belong Here
Our MBA gives you real-world global experiences to help you become a global leader ready to make a meaningful impact.
- [Meet the Team](https://business.rice.edu/global-programs)
- [Global Field Experience](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/global-field-experience)
- [Global Offsite Electives](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/other-global-programs-available-rice)
- [Study Abroad Opportunities](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/other-global-programs-available-rice)
- [International Exchanges](https://business.rice.edu/rice-business-global/other-global-programs-available-rice)
## Keep Exploring
[More Experiential Learning Opportunities](https://business.rice.edu/rice-mba/beyond-classroom)