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For many, the GEMBA residencies provide a unique opportunity to learn about international business and gain hands-on experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn my role at Darden and in any role I foresee in the future, there will be an international aspect,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cIt\u2019s one thing to study a global economy and another thing to be immersed in it. \u00a0The residencies help us understand how business operates in different markets.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In between residencies, one third of the GEMBA curriculum is delivered via distance learning.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDistance learning provides an amazing replication of how the classroom functions,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cIt is highly interactive and does a good job translating a classroom setting to an online mode of delivery.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the courses conducted in Brazil, students enjoyed the opportunity to participate in Global Leadership Exploration engagements, non-classroom activities which facilitate learning about a new country as well as its culture and institutions. As part of this experience, students were able to visit companies such as aircraft manufacturer Embraer, tour local favelas, and meet with the Olympic organizing committee.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOne of the biggest things I took away from this experience was the power of networking,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cBrazil is a very relationship-based society. I was very fortunate to experience a real Brazilian business dinner with the company head of Nestle-Purina. It was a true testament to doing business in Brazil.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Students also have the chance to learn about Brazilian business from a variety of senior executives who visit GEMBA classes or speak with students on site visits.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAll of the speakers were very open about the challenges facing the Brazilian economy,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cThey were also very optimistic about the future of Brazil.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Although many GEMBA students are busy with full-time work and family obligations, they still find time to bond as a class during their international residencies.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe most rewarding part of the GEMBA program is the relationships we build with faculty and classmates,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cWhen we come together in person, everyone is so passionate to build on our connections and utilize our different experiences. For many, this is their first time in a new country, and residencies allow us to explore new places together.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Floyd hopes to incorporate her takeaways from the GEMBA program into future endeavors.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s important to be able to apply this business mindset to executive education, especially to evaluate the different needs and skillsets of the market,\u201d Floyd said. \u201cI hope to build on each residency going forward and consider how to apply the lessons of each location in my way of thinking. 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