2018 MDP Annual Summit
SUMMIT CO-HOST :
Institute Superior de Engeharia do Porto (ISEP), Portugal. ISEP is one of our newest MDP programs.
SUMMIT DATES:
- Sunday, June 24 (The ASC/Regional Advisory Leaders will meet. Time and place to be determined.
- Monday, June 25 (MDP Summit Opens; 8am to 6pm)
- Tuesday, June 26 (MDP Summit Continues; 8am to 6pm
- Wednesday, June 27 (MDP Summit closes at 5pm.)
- Thursday, June 28 (OPTIONAL -All Day/8am to 6pm – Field Visit- organized by ISEP.)
SUMMIT LODGING:
The MDP Summit Hotel is the IBIS Porto Sao Joao . Please note,
- Confirmation of the room must be made by April 24
- Individual room breakfast included and city tax included = 71.90€ per night
- Double room (with 1 big bed) breakfast included and city tax included = 78.80€ per night
- Reservation
- Before April 24, please write an email to h3227@accor.com
- Include “MDP Summit Reservation” in the Subject Line
- Include your full name and request your dates, etc.
SUMMIT COST:
The MDP Summit 2018 is open to members of the Global Association of MDP programs. Those interested in learning more about the MDP programs are also welcome to participate.
USA$350 per person for registration INCLUDING
- Four lunches
- All day coffee, tea and water
- Summit venue at ISEP
- One dinner
- One-day Field Trip
- Welcome Package
- Summit Registration
- Field Site visit transportation
- Airport Transportation is NOT included
- Lodging is NOT included
USA$300 without the one-day field trip
PAY REGISTRATION FEE
Summit Registration must be made online. Please pay your registration here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where will the 2018 MDP Summit take place?
- This year we will be meeting in Porto, Portugal
- Institute Superior de Engeharia do Porto (ISEP), Portugal will host this year’s Summit
- The MDP Summit venue will be at Institute Superior de Engeharia do Porto, Portugal
Who is invited to the 2017 MDP Summit?
- Partner MDP Faculty Directors
- Partner MDP high level administrators (e.g., Deans, Provosts, Rectors)
- Guest MDP Faculty
- MDP Students & Alumni
- Non-MDP members are also invited to attend.
When should I arrive?
- Sunday, June 24th we will have a meeting of the Academic Steering Committee (ASC) members. ASC members should plan to attend.
- The official start of the 2018 MDP Summit is Monday, June 25th at 8:00am
How will I get from the Airport to the Hotel?
- The cost of airport-hotel transportation is NOT included in your MDP Summit registration. Please contact the MDP Summit Hotel which may have airport pick up service.
What if I can only attend part of the 2018 MDP Summit?
- We highly encourage you to attend the full MDP Summit.
- The registration fee does not cover the full cost of each person’s attendance. Therefore the registration fee will not be pro-rated.
Where will I stay?
- It is recommended that the MDP Summit participants stay at IBIS Porto San Joao which is giving us a reduced rate and is within walking distance to ISEP.
- Reserve your room before or by April 24.
What is the Field Site Visit?
- Felgueiras, Vizola & Ferreira
What are the Visa/Passport/Vaccination requirements I should complete before travelling to Portugal?
- Visa/Passport/Vaccination requirements to enter Portugal vary from every country. Please contact your embassy with ample time to make sure you have completed the requirements before your departure.
- Visit http://www.worldtravelguide.net/ for a general overview of these requirements
- It is highly recommended to apply for a visa as soon as possible. The Secretariat will help facilitate invitation letters at your request. Please contact Lucia Rodriguez, if you would like an invitation letter.
What should I wear to the MDP Summit?
- Business casual is the attire of the MDP Summit.