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GEI Rwanda – Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Kigali, Rwanda
  • Program Terms: Summer I
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: African Studies, Business, Communications, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Global Studies, International Business, Political Science, Social Science, Sustainability
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
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GEI Rwanda: Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (Summer I) 

Program Overview
Spend three transformative weeks in Rwanda exploring how social innovation tackles development challenges. This course is ideal for students who want a short, high-impact immersion into entrepreneurship for good.

Program Highlights
  • Learn innovation strategy from a global and local perspective
  • Analyze Rwanda's entrepreneurial ecosystem through case studies
  • Collaborate on a mini project with community partners
  • Engage in reflective cultural learning

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • BUS312: Global Field Engagement (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Understand how local ventures drive social change
  • Apply human-centered design and business modeling frameworks
  • Reflect on the ethics of entrepreneurship in emerging economies
  • Develop interpersonal and cross-cultural collaboration skills

Unique Experiences in Rwanda
You'll interact with entrepreneurs in vibrant Kigali neighborhoods and rural enterprises, gaining firsthand insight into inclusive business models and social impact ventures.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 6-26, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

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About This Program.
About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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