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This course is offered to Carey Business School students interested in learning more about European financial markets, including the local fintech industry. The course series begins online with two virtual, synchronous pre-departure sessions (during Spring 2 term) and concludes with a week-long visit to Frankfurt, Germany from 17-23 May, 2025 (during Summer term). It aims to develop in-depth knowledge of the European financial system through a partnership with the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management (FSFM). Both Carey Business School faculty and FSFM professors will provide classes on the history and current status of the financial system in Europe and compare those systems to the U.S. financial landscape. Activities will also be aimed at local fintech and startup industries. Corporate and government organization visits will complement lectures and case studies. Please see the distributed agenda for residency fees and other details and discuss with your advisor. You must attend all sessions in Germany.<p> This course is a co-requisite and must be taken with BU.003.916 in the summer term.