Global Career Prep and Development
Our immersive courses combine tailored, project-based instruction with overseas travel.
OUR MISSION
Make international educational opportunities flexible and accessible
Whether you are in the workforce, are a university student, or are considering starting or continuing higher-ed...
all are welcome!
Short-Term Projects, Life-Long Learning
Applications have reopened for 2025 travel!
Financial Aid available.
Course Offerings
Social Entrepreneurship Starter
$450
Financial Aid available!
You choose travel dates and destination(s)
Pre-trip orientation and lecture
Tailored, hands-on international assignment
Business Plan review
Sample Project: Business plan exploring an ecologically-conscious tourism project in Mexico, or importing Colombian haircare products for a US market.
Venture Launch
Applications Closed
Dominican Republic Launch: January 2025
Instructor Highlight: MBA from Yale University with extensive international business experience in Mexico, Honduras, and Peru.
Pre-trip orientation and lecture
Lodging, meals, and transportation within the Dominican Republic included in course fee. (Students pay for their own flights).
Group travel to the Dominican Republic.
Support with travel documentation, if needed
Tailored Classes
Pricing Varies
Group chooses travel dates and destination(s)
Group discounts
Flat or per-student pricing
Wider array of projects
Instructor selected based on group project and interest
Group travel not necessary. Each team member can work on different parts of the project.
More international courses coming in 2025.
FAQs
Who can enroll in the courses?
Anyone who is seeking project-based learning with a study abroad component.
We welcome:
- Working professionals
- Anyone exploring entrepreneurship
- Workers who are exploring pivots to higher-paying jobs
- Students who are currently enrolled in university
- And other life-long learners!
Is Financial Aid available? Do you offer scholarships?
Each applicant is automatically considered for financial aid and scholarships with their initial application.
International Learning Ventures is committed to making international learning opportunities accessible. We will offer scholarships such that the average course fee is reduced by 15-65%.
Financial aid and scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need. Need-based financial aid may require income verification.
Are the courses associated with Yale University?
Your course will be led by a current or recent Yale University graduate student. Additionally, the learning modules used in our main course offerings were created by a Yale Professor who serves as an Advisor to International Learning Ventures.
However, courses through International Learning Ventures are not affiliated with any degree-granting institutions.
Can I get college credit for the course?
No. International Learning Ventures does not offer undergraduate or graduate credit for the course.
You may be able to petition your college or university to recognize the hours spent in the program and issue academic credit. To pursue this option, let us know and check with your college or university’s Registrar's Office.
Can I enroll in more than one course at a time?
No. Students can only enroll in one course at a time given their potential overlap.
Where can I learn more?
Click here to learn more about and apply to the Social Entrepreneurship Starter course.
Contact Us
Questions?
Use this form or email us at [email protected].