Chapman University MBA Travel Course
Hello, we are the Norse Network and here is what we think about or upcoming trip to Scandinavia. We are excited to explore Sweden and Finland during our upcoming trip to Scandinavia. Our class will learn about several companies pushing the clean … [Continue reading]
Hello, everyone! We just started day two of our business visits, and are currently trying to get some sleep on the bus. Even though it was the first day, we still had many mishaps. After one of the best inclusive breakfasts we ever had, Nikki decided … [Continue reading]
Our day began with checking out of our hotel and heading to Linköping University, where we explored our professor’s alma mater. The campus was beautiful and offered a wealth of knowledge, from AI and innovation to entrepreneurship and technology. We … [Continue reading]
Touchdown in Gothenburg We arrived in Gothenburg late Sunday night, checking into our hotel just after midnight. The hotel's high standards, reflected by its courteous staff and comfortable rooms, set a positive tone for the beginning of our … [Continue reading]
Hey everyone, this is Nikki and Nicole starting off our first blog post from the airport as we wait for our flight that’s been delayed 3 times already. Our trip has definitely had a rocky start with police standoffs causing traffic on the way to the … [Continue reading]
Like many other European cities, Oslo emphasizes accessibility through its public transportation systems. This makes travel through the city and its surrounding suburbs easier than in many cities in the United States. Using the train system in Oslo, … [Continue reading]
Welcome to our blog! We are Ganesh, Nicholas and Giancarlo, and we are thrilled to embark on this journey together, exploring the vibrant and dynamic world of nightlife and restaurants in Scandinavia. Each of us brings a unique perspective and … [Continue reading]
Hello, and welcome to Josh and Stella's blog! We’re so excited to share our journey as we travel through Sweden and Finland and explore the cultural differences we can experience there! Over the next two weeks, we can visit various companies and … [Continue reading]
Hello, or as we say in Swedish, Hej! My name is Duke Doyle, and this marks the completion of my academic journey, my final class, or what I like to call my victory lap, before officially graduating with my MBA from Chapman University. I am thrilled … [Continue reading]
Reporting live from LAX Let's Goooooo! Hey guys, we would like to introduce ourselves. Our names are Evan and Bradley, both MBA graduate students who are finishing up our curriculum in Scandinavia. We have little experience … [Continue reading]
During this week of our trip, we visited two of Sweden’s powerhouses, Volvo and IKEA. We started at Volvo Cars’ headquarters, known as the “Eagle’s Nest,” for a session on innovation and supply chain transformation, followed by a tour of the factory floor. Walking into a building with that kind of nickname, you expect a […]
Saab Technologies I didn’t expect a company visit to be one of the most memorable parts of this trip, but our stop at Saab Technologies in Stockholm ended up sticking with me more than I thought it would. Saab isn’t a company most Americans think about day-to-day, but in Sweden it’s almost a household name. […]
The Volvo Example: Volvo is known worldwide for Swedish safety and engineering. However, when selling outside of Scandinavia, they have to customize heavily. In the US, they build larger SUVs with bigger cup holders and stronger hybrid engines to fit long American road trips. In other global markets with poor roads or heavy traffic, they have […]
