Pre-Departure Vlog

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Arisley Rodriguez

<i>"Hello" in your host country's language:</i> Hello, mate! <i>Home Institution (your U.S. University/College):</i> University of Florida <i>Expected graduation year:</i> 2023 <i>Destination city & country:</i> London, England <i>Program provider:</i> FIE <i>Major/minor:</i> Business Administration: Mass Communications <i>Demographics:</i> Hispanic Female <i>Future career aspirations:</i> I aspire to become a marketing or creative advertising executive at a fashion or beauty label. My dream is to develop a marketing consulting agency that creates campaigns for small to medium-sized fashion and beauty labels in the long run. However, before I can reach these goals, I must develop my intercultural competence and gain real-world experience in a field that reflects my career aspirations. Therefore, I am confident that my time studying and interning in London will be a highlight in my career journey. <i>Top 3 goals for your time abroad:</i> Gain independence; Develop my intercultural competence; Get a clearer understanding of the business world, specifically in marketing, advertising, public relations, and fashion and beauty.