Study Abroad with Summit Global Education
Multi-City Study Abroad ProgramsSummer and Winter Study Abroad
Explore Global Business, Impact and Innovation
Summit Global Education is the leading study abroad provider for impact-driven business education. We design our programs for students who are not just curious about the world—they want to shape it. Our curriculum, travel model, and hands-on experiences are built to equip students with the skills, insights, and global exposure required to lead in a business landscape defined by complexity, urgency, and transformation.
At Summit, we define impact broadly. It’s not limited to sustainability or social entrepreneurship, though those are critical pieces. We’re interested in how innovation at scale reshapes industries, redefines markets, and influences lives. We call this scaling impact: the process by which ideas, products, technologies, and business models grow beyond their origins and become forces that move societies.
This includes:
✅ Technology & AI – How companies like OpenAI, Google, and Tesla develop breakthroughs that ripple through every sector, reshaping everything from energy to education to communication.
✅ Startups Solving Global Challenges – How new ventures are addressing the world’s most urgent needs—from climate adaptation to inclusive finance to digital health—by building fast, testing often, and adapting globally.
✅ Multinational Businesses & Disruptive Models – How legacy firms and emerging players alike are retooling for resilience, reinventing operations, and leveraging scale for transformation, not just profit.
✅ Social Entrepreneurship & Sustainability – How mission-driven ventures—and increasingly, corporate initiatives—integrate purpose into business logic, designing for long-term value rather than short-term extraction.
What is "scaling impact"?
For us, impact isn’t a niche. It’s a lens. It’s a way of asking: What is this company actually doing in the world? Whose lives does it touch? What systems does it reinforce, challenge, or repair? Students in Summit programs grapple with these questions not in theory, but in context—across multiple cities, countries, and economic models.
We align our programs with the demands of the future. Universities around the world are embedding sustainability and ethics into their business curricula. Employers are seeking graduates who can operate across cultures, lead with integrity, and solve problems that don’t come with easy playbooks. Students, too, are demanding more—more relevance, more connection to purpose, and more preparation for the world they’re inheriting.
Summit is where all of that converges. It’s not just a study abroad program. It’s a launchpad for students who want to use business as a vehicle for serious, systemic change.
Summer and Winter Break Study Abroad programs in Europe and Latin America
Multi-Location, Traveling Study Abroad Learn MoreWhat to Expect from Summit Programs?
Multi-City Traveling Study Abroad Programs
At Summit, we believe that to truly understand global business, you need to move through it — experiencing how innovation, entrepreneurship, and culture play out in different regions. That’s why our programs are built around intentional contrasts: moving between cities to maximize your exposure to diverse markets, business models, and cultural dynamics.
Each route offers a carefully curated progression through distinct economic systems, innovation ecosystems, and cultural landscapes. Students choose the route that best aligns with their academic goals and professional ambitions.
➔ Europe Route: Prague · Berlin · Paris · Barcelona · Athens
“Innovation capitals and global headquarters meet cultural legacies.”
From the startup ecosystems of Berlin to the international finance centers of Paris, Europe’s business capitals become your classroom.
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Study the foundations of global markets, entrepreneurship, and innovation strategy.
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Visit multinational companies, startups, accelerators, and innovation labs.
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Analyze cultural and historical contrasts shaping today’s global business environment.
➔ Brazil Route: São Paulo · Rio de Janeiro · Florianópolis
“Emerging markets, social innovation, and entrepreneurial resilience.”
Experience the pulse of Latin America’s largest economy, where global business, local culture, and innovation collide.
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Understand market-entry strategies and innovation challenges in emerging economies.
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Engage with Brazilian entrepreneurs, tech hubs, NGOs, and multinationals.
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Analyze cross-cultural communication in dynamic, high-growth environments.
Here’s what you will experience:
- Dynamic, Multi-City Learning
Explore multiple cities in one immersive program. Understand how leadership and innovation work at the local level—and how scalable ideas grow across regions and cultures. - Cultural & Professional Immersion
Meet directly with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovation teams. Visit a range of organizations from startups to global corporations to see business in action. - Academic Excellence
Earn up to 6 semester credits through accredited university partnerships, with course content aligned to international business and management standards.
Join us to broaden your perspective, develop valuable skills, and position yourself for success in a rapidly evolving, innovation-driven world.
• Traveling Multi-City Programs in Europe & Latin America
• Summer and Winter Study Abroad
• Global Business Programs, with a Focus on Scaling Innovation and Impact.
Summit Global Education designs study abroad programs for students who want to understand how business can be used to solve real-world problems—and how those solutions scale.
Through immersive, credit-bearing programs in Europe and Latin America, students explore how innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategy evolve across different cultural and economic contexts.
Our approach is built around movement. While most study abroad programs are anchored in a single location, Summit takes students across multiple cities to examine how companies grow, adapt, and lead in a globalized world. From São Paulo to Berlin, Barcelona to Rio, each city becomes a case study in how businesses respond to local challenges while operating within larger global systems.
In each location, students combine academic coursework with company visits, expert conversations, and cultural exploration. They meet with founders, executives, and policy leaders who are tackling issues like sustainability, digital access, inclusive finance, and urban innovation—learning firsthand how market-based solutions are designed, tested, and scaled.
Since 2011, Summit has partnered with universities around the world to deliver short-term programs that go beyond the classroom. Our students gain more than academic credit. They build global fluency, sharpen their problem-solving skills, and develop the mindset to lead across borders in a world that demands both innovation and impact.
Our mission
Summit Global Education prepares students to succeed and lead in today’s fast-moving global economy. Our mission is to foster cross-cultural fluency, entrepreneurial thinking, and international business competencies through immersive, multi-city programs that blend academic excellence with firsthand exposure to innovation ecosystems and global industries.
We are committed to equipping students with the practical knowledge, adaptive mindset, and global values needed not only to thrive in international careers — but to contribute meaningfully to a more connected, collaborative, and peaceful world.
What we value
- Global Leadership
Preparing students to navigate complex global challenges with confidence and adaptability by engaging with diverse industries, cultures, and innovative practices. - Cultural Understanding
Promoting empathy, respect, and appreciation for cultural diversity to foster meaningful cross-cultural connections and a deeper understanding of global perspectives. - Academic and Professional Excellence
Delivering rigorous programs that seamlessly blend academic learning with professional experiences, empowering students to enhance their careers and academic achievements. - Innovation in Education
Continuously evolving our programs to explore how creativity and innovation drive success in global markets, delivering immersive experiences that connect theory with real-world applications. - Personal Growth
Encouraging self-discovery, independence, and resilience by challenging students to step out of their comfort zones and grow in dynamic, international environments. - Collaboration and Networking
Building environments where students, professors, and industry leaders collaborate, exchange ideas, and form lasting personal and professional networks. - Sustainability and Responsibility
Encouraging students to engage thoughtfully with global challenges by promoting sustainable practices and responsible global citizenship.
Recent University Partnerships & Course Locations:
Courses have been hosted at leading institutions across Europe and Latin America, including:
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As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability to navigate different cultures and societies becomes increasingly important. Studying abroad with international students can help you develop the skills and perspective you need to succeed as a global citizen in today’s world.
“There is no doubt that I would recommend the Summit Program. I thought the flow of the program as perfect, not too overwhelming but always something to do. It’s important to find that balance in a study abroad program and I think Summit has managed to do so. I truly believe this is one of the best programs out there. Thanks again!”
William Croghan, Miami University
“I would recommend this program to other students. I really liked the structure and how well we were able to view and capture all aspects of the country of Brazil. Something that surprised me were how nice Brazilians were. Everyone was really patient and willing to go the extra mile for us. These past three weeks have been amazing!”
Kelly Marin, Seton Hall University
“I would 100% recommend this program to other Iowa students. I have learned so much about Brazil and will carry that with me for the rest of my life. Brian and Leo, my professors, are nothing but professional in the classroom and make for a great learning atmosphere. Outside of the classroom, they are fun and friendly; The perfect mix!”
Ryan Burton, University of Iowa
Contact Summit:
- Phone: 305-632-0227
- info @ summitglobaleducation com
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Summit Global Education offers multi-city study abroad programs focused on global business, innovation, and impact. Since 2011, we’ve helped students explore how real-world problems are solved—and how those solutions scale across borders.