{"203381":{"#nid":"203381","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Getting to Know Georgia Tech\u2019s International Plan","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps you remember hearing about the International Plan (IP) at Connect with Tech or at FASET, or perhaps your student has already committed to a globalized education by signing up to participate in the IP. Below are some frequently asked questions about the program that will help you get to know a little bit more about the IP including its benefits.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat is the IP?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn essence, the IP is a challenging undergraduate academic program aimed at developing a student\u2019s global competence within the context of his\/her major. Participants complete the various components throughout their careers at Georgia Tech and in tandem with their major requirements. IP graduates earn a special designation on both their diplomas and their transcripts.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow does a student complete the IP?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IP incorporates globally focused coursework, 26 weeks (two terms) of international study or work, and language proficiency into the student\u2019s degree. With proper planning, the coursework will satisfy major requirements and\/or electives.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EParticipants have a variety of resources upon which to draw:\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Assistant Director of the International Plan (Jennifer Evanuik Baird) provides overall guidance and develops related programming specifically for IP participants.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEach participating major has a faculty representative who helps participants develop a plan appropriate for each individual\u2019s academic and linguistic goals.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe School of Modern Languages provides support to students as they develop their language proficiency.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETo complete the required 26 weeks abroad, students have two main points of contact:\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EStudents wishing to study abroad work with the Education Abroad advisors in the Office of International Education to research and apply for programs.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EStudents wishing to intern or co-op abroad work with the International Internship and Co-op advisors in the Division of Professional Practice to identify and apply for overseas work opportunities.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow is the IP different than studying abroad?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStudents in the IP will complete coursework that complements their international experiences and they will necessarily develop, at minimum, an intermediate level of proficiency in a second language.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMoreover, the main identifying feature of the IP is the idea of \u003Cem\u003Ecoherence\u003C\/em\u003E. All of the components of the IP should relate to each other in such a way that each participant develops a unique outlook on their major from a specific linguistic and cultural context. Some students choose to focus on two different countries\/cultures rather than one in order to gain a comparative perspective on a specific aspect of their major.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat is the benefit for my son or daughter to complete the International Plan?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe International Plan provides students a unique opportunity to develop a global understanding of their major while learning about the complex cultural, economic and social contexts in which they will work post-graduation. Increasingly, employers are seeking to hire graduates who are globally competent and can operate in diverse cultural settings. Through the IP, students can develop the professional and personal skills and knowledge needed to become a leader in the global marketplace.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWho can participate in the IP?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe International Plan is currently available to students in \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/internationalplan.gatech.edu\/students\/participating-majors\u0022\u003E26 of Georgia Tech\u0027s undergraduate majors\u003C\/a\u003E. Students interested in the IP are encouraged to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/internationalplan.gatech.edu\/apply\u0022\u003Eapply to the program\u003C\/a\u003E during their first four semesters of undergraduate study. However, more advanced undergraduates in participating majors who are interested in joining the IP are encouraged to apply and consult with the IP Assistant Director.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow can my son or daughter join this exciting program?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/internationalplan.gatech.edu\/apply\u0022\u003Eapplication is online\u003C\/a\u003E and can be completed in a matter of minutes. Current students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher in order to qualify for the program. Prospective participants are encouraged to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/internationalplan.gatech.edu\/students\/program-requirements\u0022\u003Ereview the requirements\u003C\/a\u003E before applying.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact the IP Assistant Director at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einternationalplan@oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or at 404.894.7475.\u003C\/p\u003E","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThis article includes some frequently asked questions about the International Plan that will help you get to know a little bit more about the program, including its benefits.\u003C\/p\u003E","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":"","uid":"27164","created_gmt":"2013-04-01 12:16:41","changed_gmt":"2016-10-08 03:13:55","author":"Rachael Pocklington","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2013-04-01T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2013-04-01T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"related_links":[{"url":"http:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/","title":"Office of International Education"},{"url":"http:\/\/www.internationalplan.gatech.edu\/","title":"International Plan"}],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[{"id":"1012","name":"International Plan"}],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EJennifer Evanuik Baird\u003Cbr \/\u003E Assistant Director of the International Plan\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:%20internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einternationalplan@oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}}}