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Córdoba University Program Overview
ETEA, a business school affiliated with the University of Córdoba, is a Jesuit institution whose noteworthy accomplishments include introducing management and administration studies to agroindustrial companies in Spain. Every semester, ETEA hosts international students from Europe, the United States, Argentina and Mexico. Students can select from two courses of studies: general business administration and market research and marketing techniques.
University of Córdoba — ETEA offers the following facilities:
- Cafeteria
- Computer rooms: The rooms hold 66 computers each, giving students access to a large range of applications, e-mail and Web services.
- Library: It has two reading rooms with a capacity of 420 people. Its collection includes 43,000 books and 700 magazines related to business administration, computing, the economy, religious studies, the social sciences and statistics.
- Sports facilities: Students can play soccer, tennis and more free of charge.
Program type
This is a Marquette exchange program, so most financial aid generally applies. To learn more about how this program will affect your specific financial aid package, please go to the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Duration
Spring semester or full year
Dates
Fall term: late September to mid-February
Spring term: mid-February to early July
Eligibility
Business majors only; minimum junior standing; strong Spanish language skills (three Spanish courses beyond SPAN 2002) required
Language
Courses are taught in Spanish.
Subjects offered:
Accounting, econometrics, economics, ethics, finance, international business, international trade, management, marketing, personnel, philosophy, statistics, theology
Courses offered:
For a list of specific courses, contact the international business office in Straz Hall, room 101.
Class and credit info:
On average, students take five classes per semester, totaling about 15–18 credits.
Living
Córdoba's campus is much smaller than Marquette and much different. Similar to a community college in the States, it has no dormitories. Most students live at home, and a few rent out apartments or flats. You will live in an apartment or shared flat arranged by the university housing agency.
Orientation
ETEA's International Office organizes a orientation program for students at which the following takes place:
- Information about class timetables and exam calendar
- Academic guidance
- General info about Spain and Córdoba
- Assistance with accommodations
- Organization of extracurricular activities
Permit/visa
Visa required (need to apply online two months in advance)
Office of International Education
