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Fundação Dom Cabral (FDC)

Belo Horizonte

Country

Brasil

City

Belo Horizonte

Agreement

Bilateral

Study Places

4

About

FDC, main campus is located in Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, near Belo Horizonte – where exchange students will be based. FDC offers a unique combination of academic excellence and rich Brazilian culture. Since its establishment in 1976, this renowned business school has built a reputation for leadership, innovation, and sustainability. FDC holds EQUIS accreditation and has strategic partnerships with leading international institutions. The dynamic and globally oriented student community welcomes around 40,000 executives and students every year, many of whom come from abroad. Networking and hands-on learning are central to the FDC experience. An exchange stay at FDC provides valuable experience and broadens your global perspective.

FDC International Student Guide

  • Agreement

    The agreement is anchored with the School of Economic and Business (HH). It is open to other faculties, but bachelor students at HH are prioritized.

    Length of stay

    1 semester.

  • Who can apply

    • Applicants are ranged according to their average grade scores upon applying. Minimum C average
    • All exchanges require a completion of 60ECTS prior to a stay abroad.

  • Language of Instruction

    Engelsk

    • 4 in English from videregående
    • TOEFL IBT 83, IELTS 5.5, TOEIC 790

  • Semester timing

    Fall semester: sept - november
    Spring semester: february - april

  • Tuition fees

    Students travelling through the agreement are exempt from tuition fees.undervisningsavgift.

  • Recognition of credits

    You must take 30 ECTS.

    NMBU students must take a “package” of courses totaling 30 ECTS. This package is pre-approved by the HH. The “package” is confirmed in November for exchange the following year.

    The package includes 5 courses of 6 credits each = 30 ECTS.

  • Housing

    FDC assists with finding accommodation and has several partners they recommend.

    FDC International Student Guide

  • Courses

    NMBU students must take a “package” of courses totaling 30 ECTS. This package is pre-approved by the HH. The “package” is confirmed in November for exchange the following year.

    The package includes 5 courses of 6 credits each = 30 ECTS.

    Course Package for Spring 2027:

    • Growth Strategy
    • Social Business
    • AI for Business Strategy
    • Family Business and Creative Industries
    • Cultural Business