Ghana: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Africa

Nurse taking blood pressure of student in a school room in Ghana.

Ryan Stehlin, a registered nurse and clinical laboratory technologist studying to become an FNP in UB’s DNP program, travelled to Accra, Ghana, alongside other UB students and faculty in 2023. Read more about their trip.

This interdisciplinary program will give you the opportunity to collaborate with UB students with different backgrounds and passions than your own. Health care-focused students can use their skills to make an impact through the program's medical track, and all students will be inspired by working with children at local schools.

Details and Cost

The Africa program includes a credit-bearing, virtual learning experience and an optional in-person trip.

The required virtual component features visits to socially minded organizations, cultural activities, networking with alumni and local leaders, and a team project.

Dates

Jan. 2-Jan. 10, 2025

Cost

Approximately $3,000-$4,000

Passport required.

Course Requirements

Undergraduate

Course: MGG 205: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Africa
Credits: 3
Class Dates: Tues./Thurs., 5-6:20 p.m.
Location: Virtual Synchronous class
Optional Travel Dates: Jan. 2-11, 2025 (Ghana and South Africa)
Cost: To be shared on the first day of class
Self-Registration Class Number: MGG 205 F1G (17488)

Graduate

Course: MGG 605: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Africa
What the medical team will be doing:
- Provide primary care services for senior citizens and children without adequate access to health care.
- Serve at a hospital performing exams, distributing medication and supplies, and referring patients to other facilities for further treatment as needed.
- Serve at a village school, market and/or hospital.
- Experience the culture and learn from those we serve.
Class Dates: Tues./Thurs., 5-6:20 p.m.
Location: Virtual synchronous class
Optional Travel Dates: Jan. 2-11, 2025 (Ghana and South Africa)
Cost: To be shared on the first day of class
Self-Registration Class Number: MGG 605 (F1G 18618)

Questions? Email mgt-globalprograms@buffalo.edu.

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