About Tecnologico de Monterrey’s iSummerMx Programs
Tecnologico de Monterrey’s iSummerMx Programs are an itinerant academic experience for students who love traveling and learning about new cultures. These programs last 5 weeks and allow students to visit multiple Tec de Monterrey campuses in different cities, providing the opportunity to learn about diverse regions of the country while continuing their studies.
Program Options
There are 4 programs to choose from, each with its own unique focus and itinerary. Every program includes 2 courses (6 credits), along with special activities, conferences, and trips.
- Global Business
This program will help you to identify business opportunities in international markets and develop value proposals to help enterprises thrive in a specific international context.
- NI1002B International Business Opportunities
- MT1001B Marketing Insight to Develop Strategies
Route: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, and Monterrey.
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- Mexican Cultural Heritage and Social Challenges
This program will help you to understand, identify and analyze aspects of Mexico's culture so that you integrate them into your cultural knowledge.
- EH1013 Cultural Heritage of Mexico
- EH1014 Violence, Dignity, and Social Justice
Route: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, and Guadalajara.
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- Regional Economics
This program will help you to analyze the effects generated by the development and economic growth of a country, based on real and nominal macroeconomic variables.
- EC1003B Macroeconomics and Economic Development
- EC1020 Micro Economic Incentives and Macro Outcomes
Route: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, and Guadalajara
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- Beyond borders: An immersive journey through the culture, society and political context of Mexico
In this program, you will have the opportunity to explore the phenomenon of migration using intersectionality, gender and human rights approaches. You will be acquainted with the work of both public and civil society organizations in a multicultural environment.
- RI2002B Regional Scenarios in the Contemporary World
- RI1016 Gender, Society and Human Rights
Route: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, and Chiapas
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Program Duration
24 June – 26 July 2024 (5 weeks)
Fees
Nominated exchange students are required to pay USD $2,450, which cover the following expenses:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Transportation for all program activities, including pick up on official arrival day and transfer from city to city
- Breakfast six days of the week
- Tickets to all visits and events of the program
- Student arrival kit
- Health Insurance
Click HERE (under Fees and Tuition) for details on program fees.
Eligibility (for students applying via School of Science)
You are eligible to apply for the exchange program if you are:
- All undergraduate students in the School of Science (priority given to year 2 or above students)
- AND having CGA at 2.5 or above (students with CGA below 2.5 may still submit application; offers will be granted under special consideration)
Application Process
To apply, click the "Apply Now via SSCI" button on this page. The whole application process has two steps.
Step 1: Complete HKUST application form and submit supplementary documents
Step 2: The Host Institution Application (TO BE COMPLETED AFTER YOU ARE NOMINATED BY YOUR SCHOOL)
If you are nominated, you will be notified to submit a formal host institution application. Your School will provide you with detailed information and application instructions in due course.
Visa Information
CLICK HERE for details on visa and residence permit.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is required by law in some destinations. Please CLICK HERE for details.
Accommodation
Arranging accommodation in some cities can be very difficult. Start early and CLICK HERE for details.
