Florence, Italy – Study Abroad 2027 – HTMT 595 / RETL 592: Luxury Management in Italy

PROGRAM DATES:

Travel: 05/11/2027-05/19/2027

FACULTY LEADERS:

Marketa Kubickova, Ph.D.

Donald Pollard, Jr., MBA

COURSE CREDIT:

3 Credit Hours – HTMT 595 / RETL 592: Luxury Management in Italy

Explore the world of international luxury retail and hospitality industries. Gain firsthand insight into globally recognized brands, elevated guest experiences, and the business strategies shaping two of the world’s most influential industries.

Highlights:

• Workshop of Leather Studio and Leather Factory
• Visits to Gucci Garden, Bvgari, and Ferragamo Museum
• Perfume Making Workshop
• Day Trip to Tuscany

*Please note that events listed here and on the final itinerary are subject to change based on business necessity.

Program Fees Include:

• Hotel
• Breakfast daily
• In-country transportation
• Select Group Meals
• Admission to all activities and events outlined on the program itinerary

Program Fees Do Not Include:

• Transportation to/from airport, airfare round trip to/from Florence, Italy
• Tuition for HTMT 595 / RETL 592: Luxury Management in Italy
• USC global health insurance (~ $40)
• USC Education Abroad application fee (~ $225)
• Meals, site visits, and excursions not listed on final itinerary
• Passports, required vaccinations, and required medical treatment/testing/documentation
• Personal expenses and shopping

Price per student is $4,200.00 + tuition (separate) for HTMT 595 / RETL 592: Luxury Management in Italy, USC global health insurance, and Education Abroad fee. Program fees are non-refundable. If the program is cancelled by USC prior to departure, recoverable costs will be refunded.

This trip is limited to 20 participants and is expected to be filled quickly; reserve your space by submitting your first payment soon.

Reserve your space by 12/03/2026. Please complete your application with the Education Abroad Office prior to 03/01/2027. You must register and pay for HTMT 595 / RETL 592: Luxury Management in Italy no later than 04/15/2027.

Payment Deadlines:

1st Program Fee payment of $2,100.00 — due by 12/03/2026

2nd Program Fee payment of $2,100.00 — due by 01/15/2027

Program fees are not refundable.