Baruch College/CUNY, Johannesburg & Cape Town, April 01 - April 09, 2017

Sat, Apr 01, 2017

morning

afternoon

arrive Johannesburg

day 1

arrive Johannesburg
meet ISP Program Manager at the aiprort

air

group brunch

restaurant

cultural event: Apartheid Museum visit

take this journey to discover the true history of South Africa; this museum, the first of its
kind, illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid, the racially prejudiced system that blighted
much of its progress, and the triumph of reason which crowned half-a-century of
struggle

bus/walk

transfer to hotel/check-in

bus transfer

free to relax
evening

welcome dinner

bus transfer/restaurant

return to hotel

Sun, Apr 02, 2017

welcome to the Rainbow Nation

return to hotel

morning

afternoon

orientation talk by ISP Program Manager and Baruch faculty

day 2
bus transfer
conference room

cultural event: understanding SA's informal economy & excursion to Soweto

(Kliptown)
submerse yourself in "the heart" of Jo'burg's vibrant culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and
strong sense of community; learn from local merchants about their challenges & try to
find solutions together; later on learn about the turbulent history and diversity of the
people and cultures in Kliptown; discuss with a local leader what it takes to raise the
community out of poverty, using education as the most effective tool; discuss what is
ahead and contribute to the challenges the community continues to face; at the end,
enjoy a dance performance by the children and interact with the locals

bus/walk

group lunch

restaurant

free to relax
optional cultural event: game drive in the Rhino and Lion Reserve
enjoy this excellent game-viewing opportunity and observe white rhino, bengal and
siberian tigers and the beautifully fascinating white lions

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Mon, Apr 03, 2017

morning

afternoon

early evening

exploring SA's business climate

day 3

breakfast

hotel

visit: can South Africa survive Zuma? socio-economic development & business
prospects of the country
e.g. Ernst & Young
management presentation, discussion

bus full day

group lunch

restaurant

visit: SAs start-up scene: silver lining in a struggling economy?

e.g. JoziHub
presentation, networking, roundtable discussions
visit: financing challenges in local NGO: struggling to survive, needing to thrive
e.g. ALUWANI
spend an evening & enjoy dinner with locals who are passionate about making a
difference in a rural community, and learn more about their challenges and
achievements
management presentation, case study, discussion, brainstorming session
return to hotel

Tue, Apr 04, 2017

morning

late afternoon
evening

current issues

day 4

breakfast

hotel

visit: prospecting for solutions: the challenges of South Africa's mining industry
e.g. Petra Diamonds
management presentation, discussion, underground and/or surface tour of the mine

bus full day

group lunch at the mine

restaurant

return to hotel

morning
9:10 AM - 11:20 AM

bus transfer

free to relax
optional cultural event: dinner with live jazz performance
enjoy the intimate environment of a local bistro where musicians and jazz aficionados
hang around to listen to occasional live music and recordings till late at night around a
drink

Wed, Apr 05, 2017

bus transfer

sts pay individually

discover Cape Town

day 5

breakfast

hotel

check out/transfer to the airport

transfer to Cape Town (duration approx. 2 hours)

bus transfer
air

arrive Cape Town

boxed lunch

afternoon

cultural event: guided tour of Cape Town and Table Mountain

visit the famous landmarks of Cape Town such as the Castle of Good Hope, St. George's
Cathedral and Company's Garden, and follow with the District Six Museum before
climbing to the top of Table Mountain with a cablecar
transfer to hotel/check in

bus/walk/cable car

bus transfer

rest of the day at leisure

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Thu, Apr 06, 2017

morning

local specifics

day 6

breakfast

hotel

visit: lessons to grow by: private equity in South Africa

e.g. Vantage Capital
management presentation, case study, discussion

bus full day

group lunch

afternoon

visit: what are the trends in SA's property investment market?

e.g. Growthpoint Properties
presentation, discussion, networking, brainstorming session
return to hotel

evening

free to relax
optional cultural event: Dine with Khayelitsha
would you like to better understand life in a township? dont miss this unique
opportunity to take part in a conversational dinner about various topics ranging from
social issues to innovation and entrepreneurship, accompanied by African cuisine
prepared by locals; its a once-in-a-lifetime experience of unity and a platform to learn
about and from people from different walks of life

Fri, Apr 07, 2017

morning

afternoon

day 7

breakfast

hotel

visit: can South Africa's manufacturing sector rise again?

e.g. Grotto Velo Tank & Equipment
management presentation, case study, discussion, tour of facilities

bus full day

group lunch at a winery

restaurant

visit: what are the key business and financial drivers for a competitive, sustainable
wine enterprise?
Fairview
management presentation, discussion, tour of premises, wine tasting
bus transfer

free to relax
optional cultural event: sunset champagne cruise
The Mother City has one of the best locations to see the sunset from the sea; enjoy
fabulous Table Mountain and city views while the sun dips into the sea at sunset; cruise
slowly along the Atlantic seaboard towards Clifton beach and return

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looking ahead

return to hotel
early evening

bus transfer

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Sat, Apr 08, 2017

bidding farewell

day 8

breakfast

hotel

free for sightseeing & shopping

optional cultural event: trip to Robben Island
take the ferry across to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela served his prison term for
his rebellion against the Apartheid regime

sts pay individually

lunch: own arrangements

optional cultural event: half-day Peninsula tour
the tour will take you on a scenic drive to Cape Point along the coast, where youll find
some of the most exclusive beaches and views in the Cape; Chapmans Peak drive, Cape
Point and penguins colony at Boulders Beach
evening

farewell dinner with face painting and interactive drumming session

sts pay individually

bus transfer/restaurant

return to hotel

Sun, Apr 09, 2017

morning

bus transfer

depart for USA

day 9

breakfast

hotel

check out/store luggage at the hotel

free to relax or shopping
lunch: own arrangements

afternoon

transfer to the airport

depart for USA

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