The International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) provides participants with the unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a variety of management-related fields while being positioned within easy distance of the famous Manly Beach. Host to students from over 40 countries, the college prides itself on its faculty which has extensive experience in real world work – many are still active in their field as hotel managers, event planners and more. Participants also have the option to do an internship with their coursework for ten hours a week during the semester.
Study on a multi-cultural campus which features strong programs in hospitality and business management
Complete an internship for academic credit as part of your semester abroad
Enjoy on-campus accommodations located within easy distance of Manly Beach and just a quick ferry ride to the heart of Sydney
Live in Sydney, the largest and oldest city in Australia, with its magnificent beaches and ideal climate
Take advantage of ICMS’s comprehensive four-day Pre-semester Cultural Immersion Program exploring the Great Barrier Reef and tropical North Queensland
Wear business attire to class to prep you for life as a professional in your field of choice
Appreciate access to TEAN’s Sydney-based Resident Director and other in-country staff for continued support throughout the semester
Gain hands on experience with a hospitality or event management focused internship
The four-day International Cultural Immersion Program welcomes students to their new life in Australia helping them adjust to academic and cultural differences, introducing them to other study abroad students and exposing them to an exciting area of Australia. Students discover one of the most beautiful parts of the country: tropical northern Queensland. Based out of Cairns, the journey includes spending a day snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef, learning about indigenous peoples and cultures, getting to know the country’s cutest marsupials with a wildlife park visit and more!
Please note that TEAN will cover the cost of the program however, flights to and from Cairns are not included in the program price and are the student’s responsibility.
Our team works with you start to finish through the study abroad process. Our programs staff will help guide you through the application process to go abroad, then upon arrival in Australia, you will meet our team who will provide assistance during your time in-country. Throughout your semester you will meet with the Sydney Resident Director for informal discussions and excursions. Our staff is readily available and able to assist you with any academic, social, or cultural questions or issues that you may face during your time abroad.
Meet the TeamTEAN students live on campus at ICMS with more than 200 other students. Accommodation is dormitory-style (single, double, triple or quad) with all meals provided, and offers easy access to Manly Beach and shopping district. ICMS also runs a free shuttle bus to the Manly town center. Rooms on campus are equipped with a desk, wardrobe, heating, personal phones and wireless internet. All linen is provided and rooms are vacuumed once a week. Each floor has a kitchenette, common bathrooms, toilets and ironing facilities.
The ICMS campus overlooks Manly beach and is a short ferry ride from Sydney’s Central Business District. Visit the google map link below to see the campus location.
View MapThe International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) began as a Hospitality & Tourism College but soon grew to one of the leading Business colleges in Sydney.
Courses are available in the below disciplines. For a list of popular courses see our course selection instructions. Students enroll in 3 – 4 subjects per semester (between 12 and 15 ICMS credits), which usually transfers as 12 – 15 U.S. semester credits.
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Students studying abroad at the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) have the option to undertake an internship during their semester.
At ICMS, students sign up for an internship experience, which will count as their fourth class. The internship involves ten hours per week in Sydney-based companies and are project-based. Any major can apply for an internship and no previous work or internship experience is required. Final marks will be based on supervisor evaluation, final project and final presentation.
Students may also opt to take four academic classes with an internship component. However, as this exceeds the normal course load (5 classes), students will be charged for their internship. The fee to take an extra course + internship is approximately AUD$2,500.
Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse you in the local culture. These activities are included in your semester program. In addition, if you have a specific interest or hobby, your Sydney-based TEAN Resident Director will be able to point you in the right direction. Below are examples of previous activities arranged for students. Note that activities change each semester.
In addition to the TEAN-organized events, to make sure you don’t miss out on any opportunities, our local staff send out frequent emails letting you know what is happening in Sydney. Ranging from community events to music festivals, we tap you into the local culture right from the start.
In Australia, each state has a sport that dominates. In New South Wales, rugby league is the dominant sport. We join the local crowds to see a game and your local TEAN staff provide an explanation of the rules.
Go beyond the typical tourist experience of simply taking a photo of the Sydney Opera House by going inside the famous structure for a behind-the-scenes tour. Our guide will show us the iconic opera house’s secrets as we discover places usually closed to the public and explore the impressive theater that hosts more than 1,600 performances a year.
Australians love the beach – being an island nation with beautiful coastlines and 85% of the population living within an hour of a beach, it’s not surprising. Surfing is the favorite pastime of Aussie beachgoers so we introduce you to this sport early on in the semester with a lesson to get you started riding the waves.
TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application anytime from June for Spring applications, and from January for Fall applications. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.
| Spring Deadline | Nov 1 |
| Fall Deadline | June 30 |
| Summer Deadline | March 31 |
This program not running for Summer 2021. Please check back for future available terms.
| Date of Departure | May 23 | |
| Arrive in Sydney | May 25 | |
| ICMS Orientation | May 26 | |
| Classes Begin | May 31 | |
| Semester Break | N/A | |
| Classes End | Aug 27 | |
| Program Ends | Aug 28 |
This program not running for Fall 2021. Please check back for future available terms.
| Date of Departure | Late Aug |
| ICMS Cultural Immersion Program | TBA |
| University Orientation | TBA |
| Classes Begin | Late Aug |
| Semester Break | N/A |
| Program Ends | Late Nov |
| Date of Departure | Late Jan | |
| Arrival in Australia | Late Jan | |
| ICMS Cultural Immersion Program | TBA | |
| University Orientation | Feb 2 | Feb 4 |
| Classes Begin | Feb 7 | |
| Semester Break | N/A | |
| Program Ends | May 7 |
*These dates are tentative. Final dates will be released closer to departure.
*Tuition for 4 courses. Students are permitted to enroll in 3 courses but there is no tuition discount.
*Tuition for 4 courses. Students are permitted to enroll in 3 courses but there is no tuition discount.
*Tuition for 4 courses. Students are permitted to enroll in 3 courses but there is no tuition discount.
*Numbers are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.
Gain work experience, develop cross-cultural communication skills and boost your resume with an internship for academic credit during your semester where you will work ten hours a week for a Sydney-based company.
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There is so much to see under the sea in Sydney! Some of my favorite snorkelling beaches are Little Bay down past Maroubra, Shelly Beach in Manly and Gordons Bay right next to Coogee Beach. Gordans Bay even has an underwater nature trail (aka a snorkeling map).
What do you do for TEAN and what is the best part of your job?
I am the New South Wales Resident Director working with students who study in Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong. The best part of my job is watching students grow throughout their study abroad experience!
What should be on every student’s bucket list for a semester in Australia?
There are so many things to pick from!! My absolute favorite thing I have done in Australia was go to Rottnest Island in Western Australia. It is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. There are no cars on the island, so you rent bikes and ride around beach hopping. There are amazing snorkeling spots, great beaches to lay out and the quokkas are the absolute cutest!
What are some must-do activities for every Sydney study abroad student?
Everyone should do the Coogee to Bondi Coastal Walk. If you do that and love it, then check out the Spit to Manly Coastal Walk. It’s a bit longer but so beautiful! You can also take the ferry to Manly Beach then, once you get to Manly Beach, walk up to Shelly Beach and go snorkeling. I also recommend heading to Newtown for some of the best vegan food around as well as great shopping and nightlife, wandering through Sydney’s amazing markets, like theGlebe and Marrickville markets, and seeing if there are any shows or concerts you’re interested in while you’re in Sydney – there are some really cool old theaters here!
Besides Sydney, what are some of your favorite places in Asia Pacific?
I loved Thailand for its culture – the people were so lovely, the food was amazing and seeing elephants is hard to beat! Of course, the beaches are gorgeous and I loved all the fun shopping too. I would highly recommend visiting Thailand while students are living in Australia. It’s very affordable and it’s so close!
What is the best meal (or food) you’ve had while traveling abroad?
When I was in Bali, I tried this jackfruit curry dish in Ubud. It was unbelievably delicious and the texture was amazing. This introduced me to cooking with jackfruit, which is now a weekly staple at my house. All the food in Bali was so fresh. I loved how you could buy tempe and tofu wrapped in banana leaves on the side of the road!
It won’t take you long to discover the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee – it has amazing views. It also has a really cool way of always changing and presenting something new. I’ve seen whales off the coast and I love when different weather rolls in and changes the surf. Sculpture by the Sea happens once a year, and places beautiful giant artworks along the walk and in the parks.
What is your favorite part of working with students?
For me, I love the first call with a student who has decided to take the leap and study abroad. They know they want to do it, but the idea of checking off all the steps is overwhelming, scary and seemingly impossible. When they realize we are committed to making this easy for them and I hear that sense of relief at the end of our chat, it always reminds me why I love what I do.
Why should students consider studying abroad in Australia?
Some students underestimate the complexity of Australia and don’t realize that it has vastly different locations and environments, similar to the unique cities and environments you can experience across the U.S. Even though the country may at first seem relatively similar to the U.S. compared to other study abroad destination, studying in Australia certainly doesn’t mean you up on the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of cultural and outdoor experiences. Here students can access rainforests, reefs, deserts, wildlife, cities and dramatically different landscapes, all without having to cross international borders.
As a TEAN alum and now employee, what do you think makes TEAN unique?
Everyone at TEAN is completely committed to encouraging study abroad experiences. It really is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle. As a student, I was taken aback by the level of support and service I received from TEAN staff. Now, I understand the sense of responsibility to ease the burden and shorten the hurdles for our students because there is so much value to studying abroad. We truly believe in what we do.
Where did you study abroad?
After first considering Melbourne for its prestigious reputation and quirky cafe culture, I switched to the University of Queensland in St. Lucia, right outside of Brisbane. I realized I might have a better chance of warm weather for my entire program if I headed for the Sunshine State. Now having traveled to both, I’m confident I would have been happy in either location, but UQ’s campus was the perfect escape from the harsh midwestern winters I was used to in Chicago. I really fell into the laidback Brisbane lifestyle more than anything and quickly understood it’s much more than just great weather. It’s a perfect city for international students because it has the right balance of culture, sport and access to adventure. The twisting Brisbane River gives you front door ferry service to very unique neighborhoods all with their own character and style. The ocean is within easy reach for a weekend jaunt (but spending a night at the manmade beaches of South Bank can be just as breathtaking). The views from Mt. Coot-tha are surreal, especially at sunset, and the city’s a great place for students who want to enjoy both city life and exploring the great outdoors. Brisbane lets you have it all.
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