University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
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For all enquiries please contact the Exchange Office at exchange@otago.ac.nz.
Last updated November, 2011
Academic Information
Course Information
- Exchange students may take upper-level undergraduate and MBA courses at Carlson.
- Courses restricted to exchange students
- Course listing by term
- Academic Departments
- Courses that are numbered from 1,000 to 4,000 are undergraduate level. Courses numbered 6,000 to 8,000 are postgraduate level (above fourth year).
Short Term Exchanges
This option is not available at Carlson School of Management.
Semester Dates
- Academic Year: September - May
- Fall Term: September - December
- Winter Term: January - May
- Academic Calendar
Course Load and Minimum Unit Requirements
- Minimum Course Load - 12 Credit Hours per Semester
- Maximum Course Load - 19 Credit Hours per Semester
- Most Carlson School courses are 2, 3, or 4 credits each.
Accommodation & the Cost of Living
Accommodation
Students can choose from several different housing options in and around campus. Most students live in on-campus residences, but off-campus options are also available.
Exchange students housing - frequently asked questions
Estimated Cost of Living
Additional Information
- Information for incoming exchange students
- Life at Carlson
- Carlson SM 2011-2012 Fact Sheet (391k PDF format)
Student Visa & Insurance
Information on Student Visas & Insurance for students going on exchange can be found elsewhere on this website.
Exchange Experiences
- 2009 S2 BCom MART JS (64K PDF format)
- 2009 S2 BCom MART MANT TG (693K PDF format)
- 2009 S1 MBA MH (188K PDF format)
The University, City & Region
The University
Established in 1919 and based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota is a recognized leader in business education and research. Its focus on experiential learning, international education, and maintaining strong ties to the business community exemplify the school’s commitment to excellence.
Learn more about Carlson School of Business
The City of Minneapolis and Region
As the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesota is a prime destination for boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, and more. With more than 90 theatres, Minneapolis has the second highest number per capita in the US, second only to New York City. Minneapolis is home to 130 art galleries, 20 music companies, 15 museums, 10 dance companies, and a newly built state-of-the-art downtown public library. The Twin Cities area is the entertainment and cultural heart of the Upper Midwest, with world-renowned museums and orchestras, and a hot music and nightclub scene.
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Further Information
For further information about Otago Global Student Exchange please email exchange@otago.ac.nz
