Sevilla, Spain & Lisbon, Portugal – Study Abroad 2027 – Inside Spain and Portugal: An HRSM Business Perspective

PROGRAM DATES:

Travel: 05/29/2027-06/22/2027

FACULTY LEADERS:

Marketa Kubickova, Ph.D.

Michael Watson, Ed.D.

COURSE CREDIT:

6 Credit Hours Total:

HRSM 390: Iberian Identity and Retail Culture in Spain & Portugal (3 Credit Hours)

HRSM 390: The Trends in Global Luxury Experiences (3 Credit Hours)

Spend four unforgettable weeks in Spain and Portugal studying the global trends shaping today’s luxury industry and their key cultural experiences. Through these immersive experiences in two of Europe’s most dynamic destinations you will gain insight into luxury trends, international business practices, and the evolving expectations of global consumers.

Highlights:

• Visit to the Royal Alcazar and San Jorge Castle
• Tapas Tour
• Olive Oil Tour & Tasting
• Flamenco Show and Fado Show
• Tile Painting Workshop
• Local Business Visits

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

Program Fees Include:

• Lodging Accommodations
• Breakfast daily
• In-country transportation
• Select Group Meals
• Admission to events and activities outlined on program itinerary

Program Fees Do Not Include:

• Airfare to Sevilla, Spain and from Lisbon, Portugal
• Tuition for HRSM 390: Iberian Identity and Retail Culture in Spain & Portugal AND
• HRSM 390: The Trends in Global Luxury Experiences
• 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 $2,000.00 + tuition (separate) for HRSM 390: Iberian Identity and Retail Culture in Spain & Portugal AND HRSM 390: The Trends in Global Luxury Experiences, 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 40 participants and is expected to be filled quickly; reserve your space by submitting your first payment soon.

Reserve your space by 12/06/2026. Please complete your application with the Education Abroad Office prior to 03/01/2027. You must register and pay for HRSM 390: Iberian Identity and Retail Culture in Spain & Portugal AND HRSM 390: The Trends in Global Luxury Experiences no later than 04/15/2027.

Payment Deadlines:

1st Program Fee payment of $500.00 — due by 12/06/2027

2nd Program Fee payment of $1,500.00 — due by 02/02/2027

Program fees are not refundable.