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School Says - General Information
Located in Miami, Florida, The Graduate School of Business is characterized by its rich active learning environment extending beyond the classroom, into the surrounding community, and across borders. Miami is recognized worldwide as the "Gateway to the Americas"; students enrolled in the programs are completely immersed in this world-class trade and commerce hub. The school has made significant investments over the past years in the fields of information technology, international business and entrepreneurship, helping it to gain national recognition in those strategic areas.

School Says - Academics
FIU's Graduate School of Business offers top-quality academic programs leading to an MBA:
- The one-year, full-time International MBA is completed in four quarters. Students complete all core courses, including a foreign language (Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, or advanced business English) during the fall, winter, and spring quarters, leaving the summer quarter free to do a business internship, take specialization courses at FIU, or study abroad with academic partners in Latin America, Europe, and even China.
- The Executive MBA is designed for mid- to senior-level executives.
- The Professional MBA offers a lock-step program with classes held on Saturdays.
- The Evening MBA offers students a traditional program structure with classes meeting in the evenings. - The Downtown MBA is designed to accommodate working professionals in the downtown Miami area.

In addition to the array of choices for an MBA, the school offers MS degrees in the areas of finance, human resource management, international business, international real estate, management information systems, and taxation; as well as a Master of Accounting and a PhD. Most programs are designed for the working professional with classes being held on weekends or in the evenings. With world-renowned faculty and business leaders sharing their expertise, students receive a top-notch education preparing them for an ever-changing, global business environment.

School Says - Admissions
Particular program-specific requirements are listed on our program web sites, which are accessible at: http://business.fiu.edu/chapman. To be eligible for admission, prospective student must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in upper division courses (last 60 credit hours). Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions are required to be submitted in a sealed university envelope. Applications and more information can be found online at http://gradschool.fiu.edu.

School Says - Campus Life


The Chapman Graduate School is located on the 344 acre University Park campus of Florida International University. This is the university's main campus, featuring lush tropical landscaping and impressive architecture. Currently under construction is an 80,000 sq.ft. facility that will incorporate the latest technology with state-of-the-art classrooms and ample meeting and social spaces for our graduate business students. Students have access to over 100 computers and a wireless network. Also available is an eight-story library that contains more than 1.5 million volumes in addition to substantial holdings of federal, state, local and international documents, periodical and journal subscriptions, institutional archives, maps, microforms, and curriculum materials. Additional facilities include a 50,000 sq. ft. Recreation Center, and the 270,000 sq. ft. Graham Center that contains a Barnes and Noble Bookstore and Cafe, food court, and offices for a variety of student services.

Students Say - Academics
As its moniker suggests, Florida International University offers MBAs that are "more internationally-oriented" than your standard graduate business program. This emphasis is especially pronounced in the school's one-year International Business program, but it applies to all the graduate degrees offered here. The school parlays its location in Miami, "the gateway to the Americas," to focus particular attention on Latin America and the Caribbean, regions well-represented on the faculty and among the student body. No matter your academic interests and scheduling needs, FIU probably has an MBA program to suit you. Its 20-month Executive MBA "is an excellent program for managers with over 12 years of work experience." For less experienced professionals, the 18-month Downtown MBA or the Evening MBA on FIU's campus may be good fits. For those unable to get away from the office, the Corporate MBA delivers the program to the workplace. And if you're looking for a specialized MBA in healthcare, FIU offers that as well. Students praise FIU's "excellent reputation in the south Florida business community," its affordability, and the "top-notch" professors and administration. Students report approvingly that "The school has a team of administrators assigned to the MBA program. They handle everything for us, and I mean everything: enrollment, books, materials, copies, meals, etc." One MBA notes, "It is especially appealing that the business program is run somewhat independently from the rest of the university to ensure higher quality services and resources." Overall students find the program "very wellorganized," led by "extremely competitive and prepared" professors who "are all known leaders in their field and have great experiences to share with us." "The faculty have provided real insight into their industry[ies] and created stimulating learning environments for the most part," one student explains. Classroom discussion is enhanced by a "very international" and diverse student body. "You get investment bankers [and people in] rank and file jobs trying to get ahead, all working together" here. With all these assets, no wonder students call an FIU MBA "a superb investment at a very low price."

Students Say - Admissions
Admissions requirements to FIU's MBA programs vary somewhat from program to program. As a general rule, students with the best combination of grade point average (GPA), applicable test scores, and pertinent work experience who also meet specific program requirements will have the first opportunity to enter the programs, according to the school's website. Applicants to the school's popular International MBA program must submit the following materials: an official copy of an undergraduate transcript, with a GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-division course work strongly preferred; official proof of undergraduate degree; a current resume; a personal statement; and an official GMAT or GRE score report. In addition to the above documents, international students whose primary language is not English must also provide an official score report for the TOEFL (minimum score: 550, paper-based test; 213, computer-based test) or the IELTS (minimum score: 6.3 overall). They must also submit their transcripts to a translation agency, to be forwarded to FIU, and they must provide the following documents: Declaration of Certification of Finances (DCF); a bank letter; a sponsor letter if applicable; and an F-1 transfer if they already have an F-1 Visa.

Students Say - Campus Life
FIU's MBA program is housed "in a brand-new building with extremely comfortable and high-technology resources," with "many locations for classmates to gather and work in a comfortable environment." "The resources you need for research and completing assignments are readily available" here, and the school even "makes ample provision for students who are without computers; for example, access to computers whether in the computer room or the library." Full-time students report that they experience "a fastpaced environment" driven by classes, extracurriculars, and an active Student Government Association. They also tell us that "The sports program is up and coming, so the students are very excited and try hard to get the rest of us motivated to cheer for the Golden Panthers!" Part-timers tend to visit campus only for classes and schoolwork, and as a result are less engaged in campus life. The FIU MBA program is "like the United Nations. We come from many nations: Germany, France, [United States], Central America, and South America. When they say 'Florida International University'â€"they mean it." Students are drawn from an equally impressive array of industries "including banking, healthcare, pharmaceutical, automotive, logistics, insurance, etc." There are a lot of "strong A-type personalities, which in my book means we 'Ace' in everything we do, be it group assignments, weekly tests, heated arguments over project submissions, or a chilled beer to commemorate the end of a quarter."

Students Say - Careers
Chapman's Career Management Services office provides graduate students and alumni with counseling and placement assistance. The office works closely with the university's general Career Services Office to coordinate career fairs, on-campus interviews, and other career-related events. Students tell us that FIU's alumni network is large and very helpful. Top employers of FIU MBAs (including currently employed students attending one of the part-time programs) include: PricewaterhouseCoopers, B/E Aerospace, Commerce Bank, P&G, FPL, Fitch Ratings, Brightstar Corporation, Bank of America, Caterpillar, GE, and Choice Hotels International.

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