Information for term Business + Society
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Overview
Click to OpenReady to experience the beauty of Seville – all while earning credits? Look no further than our Business + Society program! Designed for students from all academic backgrounds, this program offers the chance to live and learn in the charming, historic city of Seville. Considered the most beautiful city in all of Spain, Seville's metropolitan area benefits from several large innovative industrial parks and technology centers focused on developing new technologies for leading international business corporations. These add reach and provide a vibrant global environment to the local lifestyle.
When class is in session at CIEE Seville, you'll improve your Spanish language skills while taking business courses (e.g. marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, operations, leadership, globalization, etc.), humanity courses (e.g. history, linguistics, literature, art, gastronomy, film, etc.), and more. You will also have the opportunity to gain real-world work experience by participating in a for-credit internship at a local or international corporation.
Outside the classroom, you will have plenty of opportunities to participate in a wide range of excursions in the city, day trips + overnight trips around the south of Spain, and more to enhance classroom learning and intercultural understanding.
Follow our Travels:
Unique Experiences
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INTERN WITH A SPANISH COMPANY
while in Seville to get valuable work experience and school credit.
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LIVE IN A DORM OR WITH A SPANISH FAMILY
at their Seville home – the ultimate way to absorb as much language and culture as you can.
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DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF ANDALUCÍA
through our excursions to cities like Granada, Córdoba, Cádiz, Malaga, Jerez de la Frontera, Ronda, Aracena, etc.
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MOVIES AND SERIES FILMED IN SEVILLE
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miles from the ocean
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TAPAS RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ENJOY
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Your Destination
Seeking a life-changing experience in Spain? Then Seville is your destination. As a Business and Society student, you will have the chance to live in a vibrant cosmopolitan city with many opportunities to gain first-person experience of the business entrepreneurial personality of Sevillanos. Seize the chance to explore the city’s colorful streets, become captivated by the immemorial culture surrounding you, and fall in love with the heart of Andalucia. Discover a city brimming with life and history and learn how it has evolved through the centuries and inspired the rest of the world.
Seville is a welcoming city that will captivate you immediately. Enjoy its tranquility and wander the streets during the day, taking in the Guadalquivir River, followed by tapas and flamenco, the highest form of art and expression in Southern Spain. The cuisine of Seville is an art form in itself and boasts very special regional artisan dishes. And don’t forget about the city’s vibrant nightlife and incredible weather all year round.
CIEE Seville is in the historic downtown neighborhood of “Santa Cruz”, very close to the University of Seville’s main campus. Study and make local friends in an 18th-century palace while enjoying a large variety of weekly cultural activities and events. No better way to improve your intercultural skills and abilities.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Seville.
Are you ready to capture your Seville experience? Come and join us!
The Culture
FEATURED EXCURSION
Join us on a magical overnight excursion to the beautiful and astonishing city of Granada. Famous for its grand Islamic architecture, Alhambra palaces, free tapas culture, and iconic monuments, Granada is a once-in-a-lifetime must-see.
OTHER EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Get to know local Spanish students through fun and engaging activities of global discussion events and meetings.
- Participate in guided visits to local Spanish companies with your business faculty. A practical, hands-on approach to enhance your classroom learning
- Explore beyond Seville and participate in overnights, day trips, and excursions to discover other cities in the region of Andalucía. Past destinations included Córdoba, Cádiz, Málaga, Jerez de la Frontera, Ronda, Aracena, and many others.
- Engage in fun sports activities and workshops such as bike tours, wine tastings, cooking, flamenco, ceramics classes, and many more. Try kayaking at the Guadalquivir River at sunset or hiking in the “Sierra Norte.”
- Become a Sevillano and experience Seville’s social fabric while engaging with the local community. Seville’s lifestyle will make you fall in love with Spain’s traditions and customs.
PROJECTS
- Volunteer: Give back and create a deeper connection to the local community in Seville. Students have opportunities to volunteer at local NGOs, social associations, youth centers, and more.
Students interested in one of the following Academic Projects must submit additional materials as part of their course selection:
- Intern with a Spanish company: Earn credit and beef up your resume with international experience in the Spanish working market– there are plenty of options. Help improve logistics and customer relations, build finance reports in Excel, analyze competitors, develop marketing plans, audit local Andalusian companies, and many more. No better way to fully understand the Spanish business market
- Independent Research Project: Gain credit completing an individual research course in a field of special interest under the supervision of a local faculty member. The central goal is a substantive paper or written report containing significant analysis and interpretation of a previously approved topic.
LOCAL ENGAGEMENT
- Cultural Language Assistant: Become an ambassador of the US at local public schools in Seville. You will be collaborating with local teachers facilitating fun and engaging intercultural activities with children and/or teenagers.
- “Mejor en Español” conversation exchange program: Peer-to-peer language-related activities along with local university students to improve your Spanish language skills and abilities by leaps and bounds.
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HOUSING
All housing is within a 25- to 30-minute commute to CIEE.
Homestays: Live with a Spanish-speaking family, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse yourself in the city’s language and culture. Each student has an individual room.
Residence Halls: Students usually live with a mix of CIEE, local, and international students. Students live in studio apartments. Each studio apartment has two individual rooms and a shared bathroom and kitchen. Residence Halls have study rooms, meeting common spaces, tv rooms, a cinema room, laundry, a gym, a swimming pool, and many more services.
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MEALS
Homestays: Three meals per day are included.
Residence Halls: Meals are not included. Students have access to the studio apartment kitchens.
Seville, Spain Where You'll Study
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CIEE SEVILLE
Calle Muñoz y Pabón, 9 41004 Seville
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UNIVERSIDAD DE SEVILLA SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS
A 10-minute walk from the main campus. This is where most of CIEE’s business classes are held.
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UNIVERSIDAD DE SEVILLA HUMANITIES SCHOOL
In the city center, this is the University’s main building.
Academics
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Established in 1986 for business and Spanish majors and minors, this program helps students improve their language skills while they explore economic and business management in Spain and the European Union. Learning takes place through coursework, lectures, internships, and company visits.
CIEE Business and Society courses (SEBS) are held at the Universidad de Sevilla School of Economics and Business. Students can also take one or two direct matriculation university courses with Spanish students at the School of Economics and Business (University of Seville), at the University of Pablo de Olavide (UPO), and at EUSA School of Communications.
University of Seville – This university has been one of Spain’s leading institutions of higher learning since the 16th century, and now hosts some 65,000 students. Its many schools, departments, and institutes serve the educational needs of Spain’s most populous region.
EUSA (Estudios Universitarios Superiores de Andalucía) University Centre is a Spanish private university center founded in 1961 and affiliated with the University of Seville since 1996. Their official undergraduate degrees include Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations, and Tourism. EUSA is one of the educational components that constitute the Campus Formativo of the Chamber of Commerce of Seville, a unique configuration located in the heart of Seville which has catered to the learning needs of over 55,000 national and international students.
University of Pablo de Olavide (UPO) – With nearly 11,500 students, UPO is the second-largest state university in Seville. Its 345-acre campus is 30 minutes from the center of the city. UPO offers undergraduate and graduate programs in traditional majors, as well as other areas, from biotechnology to translation. Modern facilities include campus-wide internet access, sports facilities, science labs, and more.
CIEE Seville – Our home is a beautifully renovated palace, originally built in 1725. It is close to the Royal Alcazar palace, and a 10-minute walk from the University of Seville. The site includes classrooms, a computer room, the Language Resource Center, and the offices of Student Life, and the Program Managers.
Language placement – Prior to departure for Seville, all students take a CIEE online placement exam. Results determine appropriate placement in language courses. Placement in many upper-level courses depends on a high score.
Language support – Our Language Resource Center is staffed by language professors and Spanish students majoring in Spanish philology, who help students with reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking. Tutorials on university course content are also offered. Students agree to speak only Spanish to encourage language and cultural acquisition.
Internship Placement – Participate in our “Internship Fair” and practice your interview skills. Placement is determined by language ability, job skills, background, and professional attitude in the “Internship Fair.” Because Spanish firms make final selections, internships in a particular company are not guaranteed. Students have interned for organizations like Marketing Publicidad, Simetrycal, Mail Boxes, CLIC, CyO Arquitectos as well as smaller firms and companies.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
4 semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent)
Additional Requirements
3 semesters of college-level micro- or macroeconomics, accounting, finance, management, marketing, or statistics
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
Students take five to six courses, for a total of 15-18 semester credits, including:
- One two-week intensive Spanish language course
- SPAN 3503 CSCS Intensive Spanish for Students of Business and Economics.
- Independent Research Project (optional)
- Business Internship (optional)
- Four to five semester elective courses
- A minimum of two CIEE semester courses from the area of business, economics, management, and marketing (see course list below)
- CIEE semester courses from any other areas (see course list below)
- Cursos Concertados semester courses at University of Seville
- Up to two host institution semester courses at University of Seville, University of Pablo Olavide, or EUSA School of Communications
PROGRAM CREDIT
Total credit: 15-18 U.S. semester/22.5-27 quarter credits
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
- CIEE Internship 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100 placement hours
- CIEE Directed Independent Research: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100 research hours
- Cursos Concertados at University of Seville: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
- University of Seville: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
- University Pablo de Olavide: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
- EUSA School of Communications: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
Class attendance is mandatory, and students are expected to complete work and exams as scheduled. Students should be aware that academic and exam schedules may vary between academic institutions, and plan accordingly. During the fall semester, there is no extended vacation period. During the spring semester, there are two: Semana Santa and Feria de Abril, normally the week before Easter (Holy Week), and two weeks after Easter.
Class Format
CIEE classes and Cursos Concertados at the University of Seville share the same calendar. They are scheduled Monday through Thursday and meet twice a week. CIEE classes are open to CIEE students only. Cursos Concertados are only open to students from US study abroad programs in Sevilla. Direct Matriculation courses can also meet on Fridays. Instruction is usually lecture-style. Direct Matriculation university classes with Spanish and international students last until the end of the regular semester.
Grading
In CIEE courses students are graded on mid-term and final examinations, assignments, class participation, and attendance. In Cursos Concertados, professors give a midterm and final exam, and sometimes a final project or paper. Some give only a final exam.
In Direct Matriculation courses at any of the host institutions, students are required to stay in Seville until they have completed their exams. Official host institutions Fall exams are in January, and official host institutions Spring exams are in June. However, early exams in December and May may be possible, and they should be confirmed on an individual basis with the professor at the start of the regular semester session, during the add/drop period. Please note that it is up to the discretion of each professor to allow the taking of final exams before the start of the official examination period. As it is impossible to confirm your exam schedule prior to your arrival, if your priority is to leave Seville as soon as your university finals are finished, please book an airline ticket with a low change fee or a flexible departure date. Numerical grades are given on a 10-point scale and converted to the U.S. scale.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
Spanish
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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- First-year courses at the University of Seville are not available for international students.
- All students who take direct matriculation courses must stay to complete their classes and exams. Exact final exam dates will not be available until the beginning of the semester. CIEE Seville staff will be able to help students enroll in courses with early exams if necessary.
Fall 2023 CIEE Courses
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Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Host Institution Courses
Click to OpenPlease visit the “Course” section of the Advanced Liberal Arts program for access to the University of Seville, UPO and EUSA's regular offerings.
UNVERSIDAD DE SEVILLA
First-year courses at the University of Seville are not available for international students.
Academic departments include:
- Arabic Language, Literature, and Area Studies
- Art History
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Economics/Business
- Education
- Engineering
- Geography
- History
- Labor Sciences
- Law
- Mathematics
- Modern/Classical Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
- Philology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Anthropology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Studies of East Asia
- Tourism
Following is a list of recommended business courses offered by the University of Seville at the Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales.
Please check with CIEE Seville staff to confirm class offerings each semester as these may change.
- Comunicación Comercial I / Commercial Communication I
- Dirección de los Recursos Humanos I / Human Resources Management I
- Dirección de Ventas I / Sales Management I
- Economía de la Unión Europea / European Economy
- Economía y Política del Medioambiente / Environmental Economics and Politics
- Economía Bancaria / Banking Economics
- Marketing de Servicios / Services Marketing
UNIVERSITY OF PABLO DE OLAVIDE (UPO)
Academic departments include:
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Communications
- Economics/Business
- Education
- Experimental Sciences
- Geography/ History
- Humanities
- Labor Relations
- Law
- Mathematics
- Psychology
- Philology
- Social Education
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sports Sciences
- Translation and Interpretation
Following is a list of recommended business courses offered by University of Pablo de Olavide (UPO) for students concentrating in business management and administration.
Please check with CIEE Seville staff to confirm class offerings each semester as these may change.
NOTE: This University is located about 30 minutes by metro or bus from the city center.
- Dirección Estratégica I / Strategic Management I
- Dirección de Recursos Humanos / Human Resources Management
- Economía de la Empresa / Business Economics
- Economía de las Organizaciones / Organizational Economics
- Macroeconomía / Macroeconomics
- Sistemas de Información / Information Systems
EUSA
Academic departments include:
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Audiovisual Communication
- Journalism
- Tourism
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
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| Fall 2023 15 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 30, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 |
$17,950
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $14,133 ** Housing = $3,320 *** Insurance = $197 Total Fees = $17,950Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,400 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $160 ††† Books & Supplies = $50 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $1,000 †††† Other = $40 ††††† Total Estimated Costs = $4,160Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For students in the residence housing option, you should budget roughly $350 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly. For students selecting the homestay housing option, all meals (and laundry) are included in the program fee – 3 meals per day/7 days per week. †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Transportation card $40 per month. †††† Please note that this is a general approximation as some students spend large quantities on personal travel, meals and purchases. Final cost will vary based on personal lifestyle and independent travelling ††††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Academic year 2023-2024 15 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 30, 2023 | TBD |
$35,000
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $26,683 ** Housing = $7,820 *** Insurance = $197 Total Fees = $35,000Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,400 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $360 ††† Books & Supplies = $150 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $1,000 †††† Other = $40 ††††† Expenses during break = $600 †††††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,060Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For students in the residence housing option, you should budget roughly $350 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly. For students selecting the homestay housing option, all meals (and laundry) are included in the program fee – 3 meals per day/7 days per week. †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Transportation card $40 per month. †††† Please note that this is a general approximation as some students spend large quantities on personal travel, meals and purchases. Final cost will vary based on personal lifestyle and independent travelling ††††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required †††††† Academic year long students who wish to stay onsite are responsible for arranging their housing and meals during the semester break |
| Spring 2024 16 weeks | Oct 1, 2023 | Jan 17, 2024* | May 10, 2024* |
$18,950
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $13,956 ** Housing = $4,500 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $18,950Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,480 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $160 ††† Books & Supplies = $60 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $260 Total Estimated Costs = $4,470Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For Residence Hall †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† 40 dollars/month |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
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Our Staff
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Salvador Parra
Center Director
Salvador has been working at CIEE since 2000 and is passionate about international exchange. He holds a degree in History and Geography from the University of Seville, and a Master of Business Administration.
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