4 graduate elective credits. Grading is S-N basis.
25 Carlson School Graduate students
This program is open to Carlson Graduate students in good academic standing, with a GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. The application process is competitive, and space is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.
São Paulo is the capital of Brazil and a major economic and cultural center of the region. In addition, the greater São Paulo metropolitan area is the second largest in the world with a population of nearly 29 million people. Brazil is one of the top 15 trade partners with the U.S. and São Paulo is home to a wide variety of multinational corporations. In addition there is a wealth of museums and historical sites within the city, and the close proximity to some of the world’s most impressive beaches draws an eclectic and exciting mix of visitors from around the globe.
Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo da Fundação Getulio Vargas(FGV) is the largest private business school in Latin America. A pioneer in business administration education in Brazil, FGV provides a premier environment for teaching, researching, and consulting. Through partnerships with key Brazilian companies and government agencies, they offer modern facilities and top ranked faculty in business, economics, and law.
The pre-departure class session prepares students for the overseas academic program by familiarizing them with the role of Brazil in the world economy. Students take classes over the two weeks from FGV faculty members. Students can expect full class days with both morning and afternoon sessions. Cultural tours, field trips, and site visits complement the class sessions. This program has a demanding schedule and academic standards are high. The weekend and evenings are free for exploring the city and surrounding area.
Students will share a room with one or two classmates of their same gender. Because networking and community-building are key parts of the program, students will not have the option of a single room. Guests are not permitted during the program. Students are housed at a centrally located hotel in the city. Breakfast daily, a welcome dinner and a closing dinner are provided.
Participants pay $5,100 directly to the University of Minnesota. This fee covers tuition for 4 credits, international health insurance, a Brazilian tourist visa, course materials, housing, site visits and group excursions. Airfare, personal travel and expenses are not covered by the course fee. Fees are based on estimates and may change due to international economic factors.
Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. Visit the
funding your education abroad for additional information on financial aid and scholarships.
Application materials include the
online application form, a resume, and essay. Students will be charged a $50.00 application fee. The application deadline is June 15, 2009.
This program is open to Carlson students in good academic standing, with a GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. The application process is competitive, and space is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.
Applications will be reviewed and students will be informed of their status within 4 weeks of the application deadline. Selected students will be charged a $500 non-refundable deposit to confirm a place on the program.
