- Sao Paulo, Brazil
McCombs School of Business BBA, undergraduate iMPA and MBA students have the opportunity to study at the Fundacao Getulio Vargas (FGV). Founded in 1954, FGV established Brazil's first bachelors program in business administration and has become the only Brazilian institution to join the ranks of the top 50 business schools in the world. FGV is located in Sao Paulo, the largest city in Brazil and the world's 7th largest metropolitan area with an estimated 21 million inhabitants. Sao Paulo is also home to the largest Japanese population living outside of Japan. Founded in 1500 by the Portuguese, Brazil is known for its vibrant and rich culture, ethnic and geographic diversity, and welcoming people. Students take regular university courses with students from the host country. There is a foreign language requirement, as the number of courses taught in English is limited. Participants earn regular UT in-residence credit. All grades earned for the courses undertaken are computed into the official UT GPA.
Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- Finance
- Latin American Studies
- Marketing
- Business Administration
- Geography
- Management
- Portuguese
- Communication
- Government
- Management Information Systems
- Sociology
- Economics
- International Business
2 Programs Available for FUNDACAO GETULIO VARGAS
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
Most BBA students, especially those who don't speak Portuguese, take courses in English on FGV's International Program in Management (IPM), which are credits at UT. Refer to course equivalency database. A Portuguese course is offered to exchange students.
Language(s) of Instruction
Portuguese and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- No minimum GPA, good academic standing
- Completion of ECO & Math & STA 301 required
- Portuguese proficiency; case-by-case considerations for non-proficient
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - Yes
- Internship - No
Housing
University housing is not available. Exchange students generally live apartment-style housing close to campus. In the past, many students ahve contacted Okupe Rentals which assists exchange students in locating housing options.
Open To
McCombs School of Business - Undergraduate
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 application fee, $500 Exchange Admin fee, and regular UT tuition for their semester exchange. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, transportation, and costs of living. Participants pay required emergency health insurance coverage at $19 per week. Financial aid and scholarships can be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 29, 2025 to June 21, 2025
- Instructional: February 3, 2025 to June 20, 2025
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2024
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2024
- Program: July 29, 2024 to December 14, 2024
- Instructional: August 1, 2024 to December 13, 2024
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2024
Application Code
150009
Program Coordinator
Joshua T Rucker
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Video
Video
Tourism Info
Tourism Info
Next Step
Learn more by attending a BBA International Programs general information session. Students must attend an information session prior to meeting BBA International Programs Coordinator for an advising appointment.
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
FGV has been ranked number four among MBA programs in Latin America wi strengths in finance, information technology, research, economics, organizational behavior, and business strategy. Students either take u courses or International Program in Mgt. course
Language(s) of Instruction
Portuguese and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Current enrollment in the Texas MBA Program
- Successful completion of the first MBA year (32 hours)
- A minimum cumulative UT MBA GPA of 3.2
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
The university does not have its own housing (residences), so student need to seek private accommodation. The staff at the International Off give help and advice on finding accomodations
Open To
McCombs School of Business - Graduate
Program Cost
Students pay $75 app fee and regular UT tuition for semester abroad. S are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, food, local trans living. Students pay required emergency and health insurance coverage per week. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 16, 2023 to April 20, 2023
- Instructional: February 6, 2023 to April 20, 2023
- Program: July 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014
Application Code
160024
Program Coordinator
Deborah J Carney
Additional Resources
Program Website
State Dept Travel Advisory
Int Travel Safety for Students
Consular Information Sheet
Visa Information
Next Step
Learn more about attending our study abroad programs by contacting the International Exchange Coordinator in room CBA 2.502. Program books an evaluations are also available for your review.