International Business Bridge

Does your application package need a boost before you apply to a U.S. business school?

The International Business Bridge (IBB) program at Fordham's Gabelli School of Business gives international students a pathway to boost towards graduate-level U.S. business degree programs. For most participants, the IBB program takes place over the course of one year, with two semesters and 30 credits of courses. Students take a mixed program of English language courses and immersive language business courses to prepare them for a fast-paced graduate business degree.

In just two semesters, the Fordham IBB will help:

• Greatly improve your English skills
• Build a solid foundation in business theory and practice
• Prepare you for graduate-level business coursework
• Introduce you to an amazing network of students from around the world

Participants in the IBB program should work with a member of the Gabelli Graduate Admissions team to discuss their candidacy for a specialized master's program. If you were held back by your test scores or need more preparation before graduate school, the International Business Bridge program will help you achieve the goal of pursuing graduate studies.

• Academic Transcripts: All transcripts from previously attended post-secondary institutions MUST be submitted in English, or be accompanied by a certified English translation. Transcripts and credentials conversion information is available on the GSAS International Students page.
• Letters of Recommendation: When communicating with your recommendation letter writers, please provide them with at least one month’s advance notice to submit their recommendations. You will enter each recommendation provider’s name and email address directly into the online application. They will be notified electronically of your request. Please note: you may submit your application even if the submission of your recommendation letters is still in progress.
   
• Statement of Purpose/Intent: Can be submitted directly in the online application. Requirements for the statement may vary by program. Please see individual program requirements.
   
• Resume/CV: Can be submitted directly in the online application
   
• Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE scores): Due to the impact of COVID-19 on standardized testing, submission of GRE scores is optional/not required for select GSAS programs for the 2022-2023 application. However, some programs are still requiring the GRE. Please see the admissions information/requirements page on the individual program pages to determine if the GRE is optional/not required, required, or not accepted at all for your chosen program. Students who do not submit GRE scores will not be at any disadvantage in the process.

Thank you for your interest in Fordham University's graduate programs. Please note that in addition to the application found here, each program has its own admission requirements. Please check the webpage of the program to which you are applying, or consult with the program director, to be sure you are including the proper documentation with your application.

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