Strategy Field Study - Global Immersive Option (GIO) - Application Form 2025/26

The Global Immersive Option (GIO) allows MBA students to complete the Strategy Field Study (‘601’) in an international context. If selected for this option, students will work with a client in a select country toward furthering their international strategic objectives. The companies are recruited and vetted by the 601 Office. Students are expected to visit the country during the designated dates (as per the three options below), meet with the client, visit the client's facilities, meet key stakeholders, and learn about the client’s context.

Students interested in participating in the GIO are asked to complete this application by June 22, 2025. Decisions will be communicated by June 30, 2025. If accepted, a deposit of C$500 is required by July 7, 2025, to reserve the spot. If the deposit is not received on time, the spot will be made available to another student.

Name Name First Last
Student Number
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Schulich Email

Please, enter your ". . . .@schulich.yorku.ca" email address, as all communication must be made through it, even if you have your messages forwarded to a different account. Internal communication does not always reach external addresses and you might miss important updates.
Student Status
Specialization

Specialization Accounting Arts, Media & Entertainment Management Brand Management Business Consulting Digital Transformation Entrepreneurial Studies Finance Health Industry Management Leading Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Marketing Marketing Communications Operations Management & Information Systems Organization Studies Real Estate & Infrastructure Strategic Management Supply Chain Management Sustainability No Specialization (General Management)
1. MBA Transcripts

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Please, upload the latest transcripts of your current studies, MBA Transcript/Grade Report that lists all courses taken and grades obtained to date. If you are an accelerated student starting your studies this Fall, enter a copy of the acceptance offer from the School.
2. Undergraduate Transcripts

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3. GMAT or equivalent report

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4. Current Resume

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Statement of Intent

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. Brief Statement of Intent that discusses the following:
• Why do you want to participate in the program?
• What specific skills can you offer your team and your client?
• What makes you a good candidate for the Global Immersive Option?
1st preference

For 2025-26, we offer three GIO options with different destinations and travel dates. Please select and express your preference according to your interests and availability to travel and complete a project.

A) PERU. August to March, with travel on August 25-29, 2025.

B) GHANA. September to April, with travel on April 16-20, 2026.

C) ISRAEL. November to May, with travel at the end of the project, May 11-15, 2025. (Israel travel is subject to many conditions that may necessitate Greece as an alternative destination or completing the projects virtually).

You can select one, two, or all three options. Your preferences will be taken into account, but we cannot guarantee either of your choices. You will be able to accept or reject any offer made before making a confirmation deposit.

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Among the following options, please identify your 1st preference. (Note: Those are still only options. We will strive to offer you the highest available choice).
2nd preference

Among the three options offered, please identify your 2nd preference. (Note: Those are still only options. We strive to offer you the highest available choice).

If you are not interested in a second option, beyond what you selected above, please indicate so as well.
3rd preference

Among the three options offered, please identify your 3rd preference. (Note: Those are still only options. We strive to offer you the highest available choice).

If you are not interested in a third option, beyond what you selected above, please indicate so as well.