Schulich School of Business

GIO Peru (Final Payment)

The Global Immersive Option (GIO) is an international consulting experience that allows MBA students to complete their Strategy Field Study (601) requirement by working in teams with a firm in Lima, Peru on a strategic assignment, such as conducting research and understanding the regional context, improving operational efficiency, optimizing service delivery models and other defined objectives.

Important: Please read the Cancellation Policy and Financial Aid details below before payment.
$900.00 (CAD)

A final program fee of $900 CAD is required to cover your accommodation and operational costs related to this program. Payment is due no later than August 7, 2026.  

Cancellation Policy and Financial Assistance:
 
Payments are non-refundable except in the following circumstances:

1) A student is unable to obtain any financial assistance via the available bursaries (proof of application and refusal required).

2) Full cancellation of the program by Schulich.

3) Cancellation of the travel component only (*see below). 

Payments made by a participant who withdraws their participation are not refundable. Participants are advised to purchase cancellation insurance to mitigate the risk of any personal emergency that may result in cancellation.  

As communicated via email, financial assistance of $1500 is available to cover expenses related to participating in this program. You will receive information from Schulich’s Financial Aid team regarding the disbursement requirements and process. Funds will be disbursed into your student account. Students are advised to ensure their mailing address and banking information is up-to-date on their York U student account. 

*If unforeseen circumstances result in the cancellation of the travel component by the Schulich School of Business, the projects will continue in a virtual format. In this case, students will receive a refund of program fees paid, less a $250 CAD virtual program fee. Students will be eligible to receive bursary funding as reimbursement for this fee.   

All participating students will be required to comply with York University and the Schulich School of Business international travel protocols, including attending a pre-departure session, ensuring appropriate travel health insurance, completing the Schulich Travel Registry and submitting a liability waiver and emergency contact information.    

The Schulich School of Business reserves the right to change or cancel this Program due to previously unforeseen requirements or circumstances beyond the control of the Schulich School of Business. The Schulich School of Business shall not be liable in any manner whatsoever for any losses, claims or damages resulting from such change or cancellation. The Schulich School of Business shall make all reasonable attempts to prevent the change or cancellation of this Program.