CETT’s summer programs allow students to spend an intensive four weeks immersed in a particular area of study. CETT summer programs are offered in Marketing of Services, Coding for Business, Digital Business Models and Innovation, Sports Management, and Events Management. Students select an area of study and complete a 90 hour module in that area, which typically consists of two related classes. Successful completion of a summer program at CETT yields 5 US credits. Courses include a mix of hands-on training, professional visits, and field trips.
Application: Closed
Application Requirements
Complete online application
Personal statement (300-500 words)
Official transcript
Passport scan (photo page)
Digital photo (passport style)
EU privacy consent form
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in a subject area for 4 weeks
- Hands-on coursework offers unique experiences
Program Dates
July 4, 2024 – August 2, 2024
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 18+
Academic Year: Sophomore (2nd year) and above.
Cumulative GPA:* 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
*contact SAI if you don’t meet requirements
Gastronomy Program
Hospitality
A new social paradigm defines the lines of action in the way we are doing business in the XXI century. The appearance of disruptive technology as World Wide Web or Mobile technology has broken the old structures of industrial economy created 200 years ago. The new paradigm demands a revolution in the way of doing business. The speed of change and growth of technology make us move towards an "always in Beta" world where the most demanded skills in the labor market will be the capacity of change and digital innovation. The program aims to help students develop the key skills to transform and adapt business to the digital Era.
Provide students with the tools and knowledge needed to successfully develop the skills required for the design of culinary-restaurant products and services.
Ensure proper implementation of an innovative project of these products and services.
Analyze experiences, cases and trends in the culinary-restaurant field.
Discover where business ideas come from.
Analyze consumer behavior.
Know how to assess the possibilities of success.
Reflect on the aspects that can make a project feasible.
Obtain the ability to develop an innovative project with regards to the design of a new product or service for a given market.
Measure the customer experience in the development of projects.
Learn to generate systems of assessment for the projected innovation.
Recognize and identify the competitive spaces in the culinary-restaurant industry, their characteristics and ways in which they develop business.
Acquire a broad perspective of consumer behavior as a fundamental basis for decisions.
To establish appropriate marketing strategies. Services marketing adapted to the restaurant business.
Through a business plan, work on strategies, actions, and means that a business project needs to be more successful.
Identify business models of different companies in the culinary sector.
Courses & Registration
CETT summer students choose one 4-week subject intensive program. Programs include:
- Marketing of Services
- Coding for Business
- Digital Business Models & Innovation
- Sports Management
- Events Management
Please see Courses for additional details. Summer courses at CETT are held 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Since students apply to a particular CETT summer program, they select their course of study during the initial application process. In the event that a particular program is canceled due to low enrollment, students may be asked to select an alternate course.
| Pre-Departure Calendar | |
|---|---|
| March 1 2024 |
Application Closes Applications accepted after closing as space permits. |
| Within 1 week of acceptance |
SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable) |
| March 15 2024 |
SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Students wishing to apply for a SAI scholarship must have all application items submitted by 11:59pm Pacific Time on this date. |
| March 15 2024 |
Enrollment Closes Students must complete their enrollment, including paying deposits, by this date. |
| April 5 2024 |
50% of Total Program Fee Due Students who are accepted and submit SAI deposits after this date will have an amended pay schedule. Either 50% or 100% of Program Fee will be due within 5 business days, based on the deposit payment date. |
| April 20 2024 |
SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Students wishing to defer payment until financial aid disbursement must submit the financial aid verification forms to SAI by this date. |
| May 5 2024 |
Balance of Total Program Fee Due |
| On-Site Calendar | |
|---|---|
| July 4 2024 |
Arrival & Housing Check-in Students arrive at El Prat Barcelona (BCN) airport. SAI airport pickup is provided between 10:00am and 3:00pm, and students are transferred to SAI housing. |
| July 5 2024 |
SAI Orientation Mandatory SAI orientation is held at the SAI Barcelona office and introduces students to their city while covering safety, policies, housing, and culture. |
| July 8 2024 |
CETT Welcome & Orientation CETT orientation provides details on academic policies, and allows students to meet one another and their professors. |
| July 8 2024 |
Classes Begin |
| August 1 2024 |
Final Project Presentations |
| August 2 2024 |
Program End & Housing Check-out Students must move out of SAI housing by 10:00am to return home or pursue independent travel. |
| SAI Program Fees* | USD |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $120 |
| Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term. |
$300 |
| Program Fee Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included). |
$7,100 |
| Optional / Additional Fees: | |
| Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private room in a shared apartment, with a shared bathroom. |
$400 |
| Optional Homestay Housing Supplement Family homestay in a private bedroom, breakfast and dinner included. |
$100 |
| International Mailing Supplement When applicable, students are charged an international mailing supplement to ensure visa paperwork arrives in a timely manner. |
$90 |
*prices are subject to change
Note: certain SAI-affiliated US universities require specific payment arrangements. These may require that some fees are paid by the student directly to SAI, and other fees are paid to SAI by the affiliated university on behalf of the student. If you attend an SAI-affiliated university please contact your study abroad office or speak with your SAI Admissions Counselor for details.
| Budget | Low Est. | High Est. |
|---|---|---|
| Airfare to/from Barcelona |
$950 | $1,200 |
| Books, Supplies & Course Fees | $50 / course | $200 / course |
| Meals Includes groceries and eating out. |
$700 / month | $1,000 / month |
| Personal Expenses | $300 / month | $350 / month |
| Transportation within Barcelona Public transportation with some taxi rides. |
$100 / month | $150 / month |
| Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student. |
$300 / month | $1,000 / month |
This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!
- Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
- Accommodation in carefully selected student housing
- Airport pickup and transportation on arrival day
- Welcome reception and events
- SAI orientation to the host city and school
- SAI staff on-site dedicated to fostering a welcoming community for all students by providing assistance to diverse needs
- SAI Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities & trips outside host city
- Student health insurance providing full coverage and medical emergency evacuation
- 24-hour on-site emergency support
- Farewell event with all students
Pre-departure and Re-entry services
- US-based admissions counselor assigned to you, providing friendly assistance
- Helpful pre-departure tools and resources
- Online student groups to acquaint you with other SAI students
- SAI Student Visa consulting
- Assistance with financial aid processing
- Need-based SAI scholarships
- Paid registration fees for national re-entry conferences
- SAI Ambassador Program for SAI alumni, with paid internship opportunities
- SAI alumni network
SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.
Welcome Lunch & Walking Tour
Students are welcomed to their new city over a traditional 3 course Spanish lunch to mingle and get to know each other. Following lunch, students take a walking tour to visit several of Barcelona’s most famous Modernism buildings.
Volunteering in a Primary School
Students visit a local primary school to participate in English classroom activities with children between the ages of 3 and 12. This enriching activity is available for students to continue throughout their term if they wish.
Sitges Beach Day
Students visit the town of Sitges, which is a paradise of sun, sea and mild temperatures year-round, and a venue for international film and music festivals. Beautiful views and long beaches make Sitges a wonderful day trip.
Discovering Barcelona: Born walking tour and Picasso Museum
Students enjoy a walk through the old Born neighborhood, going back to the old Medieval times in Barcelona, and discover one of the jewels of the city: Santa Maria del Mar church, in pure 14th century Catalan Gothic style. The group finishes the tour at the famous Picasso Museum.
Spanish Cooking Lesson
Students take a cooking lesson designed to teach typical Spanish (mostly Catalan) dishes that are easy to make again independently. Dishes are prepared according to the season and include appetizer, main course and dessert.
Standard Housing: Student apartment
SAI student apartments are convenient and well equipped, with shared occupancy bedrooms (option to upgrade to private bedroom, if available). Typical residences house 2 – 8 students and contain a combination of private and shared bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and living areas. Furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens and towels are provided. All apartments are equipped with wireless Internet. Housing configurations are designated as female, male, and in some locations, gender-inclusive. SAI on-site staff is available to respond to any maintenance needs that may arise.
Optional Housing: Family homestay (additional fee applies)
SAI homestay families are thoroughly screened and are accustomed to welcoming visiting students into their homes. Homestays provide a private occupancy bedroom in the family home with basic furnishings. Daily breakfast and dinner are included, as is weekly laundry. Mostly Spanish is spoken in the home, granting students an excellent opportunity to practice their language skills. Please note that some homestays may be outside of the city center.
Passports
Passports should be valid for 6 months after planned return from Spain.
Student Visas
In accordance with Spanish law, U.S. students studying in Spain for 90 days or less are not required to obtain a student visa. Therefore all U.S. students do not require a student visa for this program. Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.