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Emory University | MBA Program

Singapore & Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia|

February & March 2016

Designed by: Rachel Velebny and Geoff Fisher

Date: 11/6/2015

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Itinerary Your eye-opening, educational trip. Learn more.

arrive Singapore

meet ISP Program Manager at the airportown arrangements

Orientation Talk by ISP Program Manager & Emory faculty hotel

rest of the day at leisure

breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

visit: the media industry in Singapore - from broadcasting to content

production

e.g. HBO Asia

management presentation, discussion, tour of faci lities

evening welcome dinnerbus

transfer/restaurant

return to hotel bus transfer

Emory University, Singapore & Kuala Lumpur, February 24 - March 04, 2016

Thu, Feb 25, 2016 arrive Singapore day 2

transfer to hotel, check-in bus transfer

Fri , Feb 26, 2016 introduction to the local business environment day 3

morning

visit: overview of the local market and understanding the essentials

of the business culture

e.g. US Commercial Service Singapore

management presentation, discussion

bus ful l day

Wed, Feb 24, 2016 traveling to Singapore day 1

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breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

free to relax

recommendations: shopping at Orchard Road, Clarke Quay, Sands

SkyPark observation desk

OR

optional cultural event: night safari tour

on this night safari , you can find over 1,000 nocturnal animals

representing 100 species in vast natural istic habitats; in this open-

air zoo set in a tropical rainforest, you can observe the animals on

foot or by tram as they frol ic, graze, and hunt

sts pay individually

breakfast hotel

optional cultural event: full-day trip to Sentosa Island

you will be amazed by Singapore’s mega theme park – a great

holiday resort on an island where you can swim, sunbathe, whiz

down waterslides, visit butterfly parks and wax museums, and even

watch a performance by pink dolphins! Don't miss the Underwater

World, a huge oceanarium tunnel with a spectacular view of marine

life

sts pay individually

breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

visit: Singapore's logistics industry - capturing the growth

opportunities in Asia

e.g. FedEx

management presentation, discussion, tour of faci lities

rest of the day at leisure

Sat, Feb 27, 2016 getting to know "The Lion City" day 4

morning

cultural event: guided tour of Singapore

this tour wil l introduce you to Singapore's ethnic diversity as you

visit the colorful district of Little India and culturally-rich

Chinatown with its temples and traditional shop houses; you wil l

also see the Arts House situated at the Old Parliament House, the

imposing Supreme Court and City Hall , and enjoy a beautiful

panoramic view from one of the tallest hil ls in Singapore, Mt. Faber

bus/walk

Sun, Feb 28, 2016 day at leisure day 5

free day for sightseeing & shopping

recommendation: gardens by the bay, buddha tooth tel ic temple and

museum and in the evening enjoy dinner at Boat Quay & night

markets at the famous Bugis Street

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Mon, Feb 29, 2016 Singapore's strength day 6

morning

visit: the future of Asian fashion businesses

e.g. 77th Street

management presentation, discussion, tour of premises

bus ful l day

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breakfast hotel

transfer to Malacca (duration approx. 3 hours) bus transfer

lunch on your own

afternoon

cultural event: guided tour of Malacca

experience the historical richness of Malacca, the starting point

where the country known as Malaysia was formed; by visiting

different landmarks such as the Dutch Square, Clock Tower, Queen

Victoria Fountain and Porta de Santiago, you wil l see the imprints

of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces on the landscape of

Malacca

bus/walk

continue transfer to Kuala Lumpur (duration approx. 2 hours 30

mins.)bus transfer

arrive Kuala Lumpur, check-in

rest of the day at leisure

breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

visit: the financial market and banking environment in Malaysia

e.g. Central Bank of Malaysia

management presentation, discussion

eveningfree to relax

OR

optional cultural event: foodie tour

an evening of food, stories, food, laughter.....& more food! Sample

del icious Malaysian cuisine just like the locals do - on the street! -

stroll through the hidden alleyways and bustling markets of KL,

learn more about local unique food culture and take-in the

spectacular night view of the city!

sts pay individually

breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

visit: key players in the Malaysian economy

e.g. Petronas

management presentation, discussion, tour of premises

rest of the day at leisure

Tue, Mar 01, 2016 transfer to Kuala Lumpur via Malacca day 7

morning check-out, load luggage on the bus

Wed, Mar 02, 2016 Malaysian consumers & banking day 8

morning

visit: how to connect with Malaysian consumers - local market

trends

e.g. BBDO/Proximity Malaysia

management presentation, discussion

bus ful l day

Thu, Mar 03, 2016 from manufacturing to R&D day 9

morning

visit: high-tech manufacturing - the importance of innovation

e.g. Cisco

management presentation, discussion, tour of faci lities

bus ful l day

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breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

case study: what makes Malaysia a good place for business and

entrepreneurs?

e.g. Impact Hub

presentation, case study, discussion

rest of the day at leisure

breakfast hotel

lunch on your own

afternoon

free to relax

recommendation: golden triangle (main shopping & nightl ife area)

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optional cultural event: half-day city tour & Batu Caves

our guided tour wil l start with a visit to the Masjid Negara

(National Mosque) - the most distinguished mosque in Kuala

Lumpur - then continue to the War Memorial where we honor those

who perished in the war; we will also pass the Moorish-styled

Federal Court, the old railway station which is a striking piece of

Mohammedan architecture, the Tudor-styled Cricket Club and the

King’s Palace; we wil l also explore the famous Batu Caves - a truly

magnificent series of caves and cave temples with the giant golden

statue of Lord Murugan (140 ft. tal l!)

sts pay individually

evening farewell dinnerbus

transfer/restaurant

return to hotel bus transfer

breakfast hotel

depart for USA own arrangements

conglomerates & entrepreneurship day 10

morning

visit: the operations of a Malaysia-based multinational conglomerate

e.g. Sime Darby

management presentation, discussion

bus ful l day

Sun, Mar 06, 2016 depart for USA day 12

check-out, transfer to the airport bus transfer

Sat, Mar 05, 2016 culture & farewell day 11

morning

cultural event: guided tour of Kuala Lumpur

this tour wil l take you to the Petronas Towers - the tal lest twin

buildings in Malaysia - as well as the breathtakingly tal l TV Tower,

the Menara Kuala Lumpur and Chinatown, the city’s most

atmospheric and colorful quarter

bus/walk

Fri, Mar 04, 2016

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Pricing

The price for this program is USD 2,270 per student *

* based on 30 students and 2 faculty members/administrators traveling with the group

Total program price is USD 68,100.

Note 1: The price above is based on the exact number of participants. Should the number of

participants change, the price will be subject to change as well.

Note 2: The price above is based on the following exchange rate(s): 1 USD = SGD 1.4057

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Services

Academics & Facilities

Connecting the classroom to reality. Learn different.

Your proposed itinerary includes:

9 x company visits

1 x case study

1 x conference room for orientation talk

Accommodation

A good night’s sleep. Sleep well.

Included in the quoted price:

Twin rooms for the students*

Single rooms for faculty members/administrators

Breakfast each day

Internet

Porterage

City taxes

*Should a single room be required by either an odd number of students, or an odd ratio of

male to female students, or should a single room be requested by (an) individual student(s),

a Single Room Supplement will be added to the trip cost.

Single Room Supplement for this proposal: USD 835 per person per entire stay

Proposed hotels:

Singapore – e.g. JEN Orchard Gateway, 4* - www.hoteljen.com

Kuala Lumpur – e.g. Renaissance Hotel, 4*+ - www.marriott.com

Meals

You can’t learn on an empty stomach. Eat well.

Included in the quoted price:

Welcome dinner – 3-course menu, free flow of soft drinks and 2 glasses of beer/wine

included

Farewell dinner – 3-course menu, free flow of soft drinks and 2 glasses of beer/wine

included

Cultural events

Immersion is essential to understanding the country, its people, and their businesses.

Experience more.

Included in the quoted price:

1 x city tour of Singapore including a guide

1 x city tour of Kuala Lumpur including a guide

1 x city tour of Malacca including a guide

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Program Management and Ground Support

Relax and leave the details to your dedicated ISP staff so you can be part of the

experience. Worry less.

Included in the quoted price:

1 x ISP Program Manager to accompany the group throughout their trip

1 x ISP Tour Coordinator in each city to accompany the group throughout their stay

excluding the transfer between cities.

Transportation – ground

Safe and comfortable. Nap more.

Included in the quoted price:

2 x airport transfer, with luggage van – one way to or from the airport

5 x full-day bus use – 8 hours max, within city limits

2 x evening bus for use to and from evening activities

*water on the bus included

Miscellaneous

Included in the quoted price:

StudentZone mobile app

Tips for guides and drivers

Transportation – between cities

Going the distance with the best solutions. Travel easy.

Included in the quoted price:

One way private coach from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur via Malacca, luggage van

included

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Additional Services Anything extra? We’re capable and flexible even at the last minute.

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Single Room Supplement – per person, for the entire trip $835

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Important notes

Validity of prices

The prices quoted here are valid for 90 days.

Exchange rate fluctuations

ISP can arrange a currency exchange contract to secure your program’s price in USD.

Visas

ISP is happy to assist with any necessary visa arrangements. Please contact us for

more information about the visa process and associated fees.

Insurance

ISP holds extensive liability insurance. Should you require copies of our insurance

policies please contact us. And should you wish to have additional group insurance

for your trip or need special insurance arrangements, please discuss this with your

ISP contact.

Emergency Plan

ISP has a comprehensive emergency plan for two unlikely events: an emergency on

the ground, and the need to relocate or postpone a trip due to the situation in the

particular destination. During the program phase we will go through the Emergency

Plan with you.

All ISP employees are fully trained in first aid and emergency situations handling.

Confidentiality

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its parts herein. This document, its contents and any attachments thereto are

intended for use solely by the addressee(s) named herein, and the contents may

contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. This document should not

be shown to or forwarded to a third party without the explicit prior consent of ISP.

ISP is proud to be associated with the EMBA Council.

ISP is a registered Seller of Travel in the States of California (2099020-40), Washington (602

980 413), and Iowa (971). Please note that travel providers are no longer required to be

registered in Nevada.