Brazil: Business Sustainability in Emerging Markets Practicum in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
During our week-long program in Brazil, NC State Jenkins graduate students will discover the beauty of one of the most biodiverse nations in the world while studying sustainability with a distinguished NC State professor! From time spent in both São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, students will discover both wild wonders and bustling metropolitan areas. Where business and biodiversity meet, Brazil is the perfect location to learn of the needs and the means to protect and preserve our planet.
This program fulfills the practicum requirement for the Master of Business Administration degree.
Jenkins Alumni
Join us in Brazil
For the first time, Poole College is opening a limited number of spaces for Jenkins alumni to join our Brazil Global Program on Sustainability in Emerging Markets. We invite alumni to travel to Brazil and join us in a hands‑on, immersive learning environment where you will work alongside current graduate students, engage directly with B‑Corps and business leaders, and explore sustainability challenges in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. Apply by February 5.
Program Facts
| Course | MBA 590: Special Topics, Business Sustainability in Emerging Markets *Counts towards the Business Sustainability Certificate *Counts towards the MBA Practicum requirement |
| NC State Cost | $6,000 Please see the “Costs/Scholarships” page for more details. |
| Dates | June 19 – June 27, 2026 |
| Location | São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Contact | Jessica Thomas (jothomas@ncsu.edu) Office of Global Programs, Poole (poole_global@ncsu.edu) |
| Applications | Applications now open. Apply today! Early Action Deadline: November 15 (recommended) Regular Deadline: February 5 |
| Detailed Information | To learn about accommodations, eligibility, health & safety and logistics, please visit the PackAbroad program page. |
| FAQs | Learn more about our refund and withdrawal policy here. Get your general questions answered by visiting the FAQ page. |
Academics
MBA 590: Sustainable Business in Emerging Markets
(3 Credits, graded)
Through a combination of pre-departure classes, in-country site visits, discussions with local business and community leaders, real-world projects and post-visit activities, students will gain insight into global and regional business sustainability issues in emerging markets, using Brazil as a case study. The course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the historic, economic and business context of the country as well as a foundational understanding of global sustainability-related business challenges, opportunities and strategies. The course includes visits to companies in Sao Paulo and Rio with a range of business models from certified B Corporations, to small social enterprises as well as large, multinational businesses. This course also counts towards the practicum requirement for the MBA.
Sample Itinerary
This is a sample itinerary from the Summer 2025 program.*Details are subject to change for the 2026 program. The finalized intinerary will be shared with participants as soon as possible.
You should plan to arrive in Sao Paulo on Saturday, June 20th, which means you will need to depart the US on Friday June 19. Our office is not recommending a specific flight.
Accomodations
Accommodations are factored into the program cost. Students will have shared rooms, 2 participants per room. There will be an additional costs for a single room upgrade. More details to be provided to accepted students.