Exploring Opps in Brazil

1.5 Credits · Level: Graduate

The course offers an intense exploration of Latin American hospitality real estate opportunities centered around the 2026 SAHIC (South American Hospitality Investment Conference) to be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Now it its 20 th edition, SAHIC explores hospitality investment and development across Latin America and the Caribbean and attracts over 5,000 attendees each year, including investors, financial institutions, developers, hotel brands/operators, architects/designers, advisors, and government officials. Students will meet in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, March 22, and depart São Paulo on the evening of Thursday, March 26, after visiting significant local projects, development firms, and other relevant entities in Rio and São Paulo. Students will earn 1.5 course credits. The course begins with two planning and preparation classes on March 9 and March 16 to study Latin American markets and historical context, select an individual topic, and begin researching firms and individuals to meet during SAHIC. Prominent industry professionals will also join the class as guest speakers. All classes will be available on campus and via ZOOM. After returning from Brazil, students will meet for two more classes to prepare (April 13) and offer presentations (April 20) on their chosen topics. Course grading for each student will be based on his or her final presentation including how well the student researched and explored the topic, used the time and resources provided, and summarized his or her findings for the class.