There are two days before I depart for Krakow and I am growing extremely excited for the trip. During our pre-trip meetings we have learned about Polish history, politics, culture and economic conditions, but I am eager to experience them first hand. It is clear that Poland is a country with an interesting past and a bright future.
During our trip I hope to gain a better understanding of Polish culture, particularly similarities to culture in the United States as well as the differences. Having never been to Poland, I'm excited to learn about Polish life, business, politics, and things that make Poland unique. I have no doubt that I will gain a greater appreciation for the Polish people, the beauty of Krakow and gain a more in depth understanding of the Polish economy and, in particular, the media and technology sector.
Another area that intrigues me is Poland's recent economic history. I was extremely impressed to hear that Poland has not experienced a period of economic recession during this millennium, even during the 2008 financial crisis. I want to understand how Poland was the only country in the European Union not to experience an economic contraction during the financial crisis and how they have been able to continue such impressive growth statistics. I'd also like to better understand Poland's policies and incentives for encouraging economic growth and how those policies differ from those in the United States.
Lastly, I am eager to better understand the media and technology sector, particular in Krakow. Coming from a financial background, I have intermittent exposure to the technology sector, but certainly can't say that I have a deep understanding of the various industries. I hope this class and this trip give me more insight into the sector, it's history, and where it can go in the future. I know the sector, as a whole has experienced tremendous growth, particularly since the fall of communism in Poland, but I am curious as to how this growth was attained and what the transition was like from a centrally planned economy to a free market system. I certainly hope my trip to Poland will help reaffirm my belief that a free market economy is the best possible system to promote growth, innovation and independent thought.
I look forward to my upcoming travels and can't wait to experience Polish business, culture and life first hand. See you in Krakow!
During our trip I hope to gain a better understanding of Polish culture, particularly similarities to culture in the United States as well as the differences. Having never been to Poland, I'm excited to learn about Polish life, business, politics, and things that make Poland unique. I have no doubt that I will gain a greater appreciation for the Polish people, the beauty of Krakow and gain a more in depth understanding of the Polish economy and, in particular, the media and technology sector.
Another area that intrigues me is Poland's recent economic history. I was extremely impressed to hear that Poland has not experienced a period of economic recession during this millennium, even during the 2008 financial crisis. I want to understand how Poland was the only country in the European Union not to experience an economic contraction during the financial crisis and how they have been able to continue such impressive growth statistics. I'd also like to better understand Poland's policies and incentives for encouraging economic growth and how those policies differ from those in the United States.
Lastly, I am eager to better understand the media and technology sector, particular in Krakow. Coming from a financial background, I have intermittent exposure to the technology sector, but certainly can't say that I have a deep understanding of the various industries. I hope this class and this trip give me more insight into the sector, it's history, and where it can go in the future. I know the sector, as a whole has experienced tremendous growth, particularly since the fall of communism in Poland, but I am curious as to how this growth was attained and what the transition was like from a centrally planned economy to a free market system. I certainly hope my trip to Poland will help reaffirm my belief that a free market economy is the best possible system to promote growth, innovation and independent thought.
I look forward to my upcoming travels and can't wait to experience Polish business, culture and life first hand. See you in Krakow!
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