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.