Why did I choose to participate in "Doing Business in Australia"? This study abroad trip is a way for me to expand my knowledge of the world around me. Often as a student, it is easy to get wrapped up in the way that Americans do business. Having this opportunity to study abroad gives me a once in a lifetime chance to see Australia's business culture and the way they successfully conduct business. I have never been so far away from home before and I look forward to this trip building my character and experiences. What do I expect to encounter? During these upcoming three weeks I expect to encounter many different outdoor habitats that are native to Australia. For example, I am looking forward to going to the beach and snorkeling in the famous "Great Barrier Reef". I am also looking forward to visiting the Blue Mountains and seeing Featherdale Wildlife Park. In addition to the outdoor scenery I expect to become acquainted with the many financial and political systems in Australia. By visiting the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Australian Parliament I should develop a solid understanding of the country's economic and political foundation. What do I expect life in Australia to be like? I expect life in Australia to be similar to life in America in regards of their infrastructure such as transportation. However, I am expecting a slight language barrier. Even though the official language in Australia is English, Australians have a different dialect than Americans and the differences in vocabulary are distinct. I expect Australia to be very beautiful and to show a strong cultural influence from England as well as neighboring Asian countries such as Indonesia.
