Travel abroad is important for future business leaders because it helps them better understand the economic landscape of other nations. University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business regularly offers students the chance to explore other countries and cultures, including four global studies course this past January.

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Guillermo Olivos talks about a recent study trip he led to Thailand and what students learn by traveling abroad.