fia - guide to studying and living in brazil

GUIDE TO STUDYING AND

LIVING IN BRAZIL

FIA Fundao Instituto de Administrao

FIA Business School

FIA Fundao Instituto de Administrao, So Paulo - Brazil

WELCOME TO

FIA BUSINESS SCHOOL !

This Welcome Pack is designed to provide you with all the important information that you will

need prior to starting your course at FIA Business School.

Please take the time to read it through carefully.

More detailed information will be available on our internal Blackboard and the Schools

website. This booklet provides you with some information about what its like to live in So

Paulo and study at the FIA International MBA Program.

For any issues not covered in this material, please feel free to contact our team. We will be

more than happy to assist you!

We look forward to meeting you.

Best Regards,

Prof. James T. C. Wright, PhD

Associate Dean for Research


Table of Content

............................................................................... 7 About FIA Fundao Instituto de Administrao

................................................................................................... 10 FIAs Educational Unit Butant Team

................................................................................................................................................ 13 Academics

................................................................................................................................ 15 Academic Policies

....................................................................................................................... 16 Student Life & Resources

..................................................................................................................... 17 Wifi Account Information

............................................................................................... 18 FIAs Library Resources and System

............................................................................................................................... 19 FEA-USPs Library

................................................................................................... 20 Student Web site (Portal do Aluno)

............................................................................................................................. 21 International Students

............................................................................................................................................ 22 Documents

...................................................................................................................................... 32 About So Paulo


WELCOME FROM THE DEAN

Welcome to all new students!

You should be proud of your personal and academic

accomplishments. As a student at FIA, you have much to

look forward to, and we are very excited about inviting you

to join our campus community. Soon you'll be making

lifelong friends, delving into rich academic programs,

exploring your interests through different activities, and

enjoying an intense interchange with our students.

We will be more than delighted to welcome you at the school. Please, keep in mind that your

program is given at the Fundao Instituto de Administrao FIA campus and that you should

start making preparations for your study period.

Regarding accommodation, like most Brazilian schools FIA Business School does not have any

accommodation facilities. However, some accommodation possibilities in this package. We are

also happy to advise you on which are the most appropriate neighborhoods in So Paulo,

according to your priorities and interests.

Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at

[email protected].

Looking forward to welcoming you at FIA Business School!

Best regards,

Prof. James T. C. Wright, PhD

Associate Dean for Research


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ABOUT FIA FUNDAO INSTITUTO DE

ADMINISTRAO

Created by private initiative in 1980, this not-for-profit organization has served over 3.000 companies

and developed close to 5.000 projects in its three basic fields of practice: education, consulting and

research.

The Profuturo FIA Future Studies Research center provides studies on strategy market and

economic trends and technology Forecasting. The Profuturo team developed and manage the

international and strategy focused FIA MBAs, such as the Executive, Americas and International MBA

FIA maintains three primary campuses located in dynamic and culturally diverse neighborhoods such

as Butant, Pinheiros and Vila Olmpia. Course offerings and faculty are constantly reviewed and

updated, resulting in excellent rankings in business publications

HOW TO GET TO FIA BUTANT

RUA JOS ALVES CUNHA LIMA, 172 BUTANT.

BY CAR, FROM AVENIDA EUSBIO MATOSO OR FROM SANTO AMARO

Cross the Eusbio Matoso bridge (or access it from Marginal Pinheiros), turn right on Av. Vital Brasil

until the end, take Avenida Corifeu de Azevedo Marques until the number 3.200. Turn left at the

Ipiranga gas station and keep on the right side, you are on Rua Jos Alves Cunha Lima.

FROM MARGINAL TIET AND FROM CASTELO BRANCO HIGHWAY

Pass under the Jaguar bridge, turn right on Avenida Nova Politcnica, and go as far as Praa Cezar

Washington Alves da Proena. Turn around to the left, following the signs to Rod. Raposo Tavares,

until you reach Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques. Go as far as number 3.200, and take a left on Rua

Jos Alves da Cunha Lima (there is an Ipiranga Gas Station on the corner).

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT, FROM AVENIDA PAULISTA

Take the subway at Consolao or Paulista station. You have to take the Yellow line (Linha 4) towards

Butant station. Exit: Av. Vital Brasil, number 334 (side on which establishments are marked with

even numbers). You can take buses Shopping Continental (8705-10); Rio Pequeno (719R-10); or

Rio Pequeno (8707-10). Get off the bus on the stop after USPs gate 3. You will be on Av. Corifeu


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de Azevedo Marques, around number 3200. Cross to the other side and take a left on Rua Jos Alves

da Cunha Lima (there is an Ipiranga Gas Station on the corner). FIA is on the right side.

PARKING

You can park your car at Rua Valson Lopes. Turn up on Rua Jos Alves da Cunha Lima, turn left and

keep going until the end.

Cost: R$ 10,00/day


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FIAS EDUCATIONAL UNIT BUTANT TEAM

Professor James Wright, PhD Associate Dean for Research

Professor Renata Giovinazzo Spers, PhD Vice - Director

Ana Paula G. de O. Fraga Guimares Admissions & International Programs

Manager

Claudia Garcia Ivonciac Admissions and Administrative Analyst

Ivana Franco da Silveira Administrative Supervisor - Operations & Financial Areas

Juliana Bauer Lomonaco Marketing Analyst

Daniana Santos

Head of Admissions & Communication

Paloma Cristina da Silva Correia

Administrative Area

Joseph da Silva Pavo Neto Administrative Area

COURSE COORDINATION

ADMISSIONS, MARKETING AND

INTERNATIONAL TRIPS AREAS

ACADEMIC, ADMINISTRATIVE,

AND FINANCIAL AREAS


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We are happy to attend you!

Anytime you need.


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ACADEMICS

PORTUGUESE CLASSES

FIA offers 24 hours of free Portuguese lessons throughout the first weeks of classes. These are not

mandatory but will be added to your academic transcript as an optional discipline if you attend.

EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

The International MBA maintains student exchange agreements with some international schools,

whereby our students can attend up to one term of study at these schools, free of charge. However,

as there is a limit to the number of students we can send to our partner schools (usually two), in case

we have more candidates the selection is done by the coordination, based on student performance.

JULY BREAK

During the month of July there is normally a two-week break in the class calendar. However, some

extra activities may be required from students in this period.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES

The Faculty of Engineering (POLI) at the University of So Paulo houses a language school that offers

Portuguese lessons for foreigners. Check the info at: http://poliglotaidiomas.com/

In case you need, we can suggest Portuguese lessons in other locations in So Paulo

INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR TRIP

A one-week study trip to the USA is included in your program. The estimated date is September,

2015.

WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU TAKE STEPS TO OBTAIN FROM YOUR HOME COUNTRY AN AMERICAN

VISA, IF YOU NEED ONE FOR THE INTERNATIONAL STUDY TRIP TO THE USA


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Our International Executive MBA program (taught in Portuguese) has four study trips per year. Apart

from the USA, other destinations are: Europe (April), China (July), and India (February). International

students are welcome to join these trips, when we have available places. Ask our admissions office

for the program of previous trips so that you can get to know the activities proposed in each of them.

Additional tuition payment is required to take part in these trips, covering classes, visits, materials

and one meal per day. In all of these international trips, international air fares, mandatory medical

insurance, hotel accommodation, and other extra expenses must be met by the participant.

For further information on the schedule and cost, please contact Mrs. Ana Paula Oliveira (Admissions

& International Programs Manager) at 55.11.3732.3519 or by email at [email protected].

COMPANY VISITS

Throughout the year students will have the opportunity to visit some companies outside of So

Paulo.

These visits may include a Trip to Itaipu, the largest hydroelectric facility in the world, near the

famous Iguazu Waterfalls; Brazils largest port and docks, in Santos, near So Paulo; a major aircraft

manufacturer; a Brazilian cosmetics industry; and an ethanol distillery.

NOTE: For more updated information, please consult our website

www.fia.com.br/internationalmba or contact the MBA Program Office staff. ,

EUROPE CHINA INDIA


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ACADEMIC POLICIES

GRADES

Papers and exercises "take home" for the International MBA are designed to enhance

individual learning with research of concepts that were seen during the lessons.

Therefore, it is important to perform these activities individually. For questions, you

can request the help of an assistant professor who accompanied the discipline. Below

we present the criteria for grading work in the International MBA:

Grades range from 0 to 10; 7.0 is the minimum pass grade.

Papers 1 to 15 days overdue will be graded to a maximum B (8.0 to 8.9).

Papers 16 to 30 days overdue will be graded to a maximum "C" (7.0 and 7.9).

After 30 days past the due date, papers will be accepted with grade "D" (below 7.0 -

fail).

Students who are graded D, need take another test, ie, presential test with

the entire discipline contents.


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STUDENT LIFE

& RESOURCES

As an MBA student, you will be required to make extensive use of technology for coursework and

related activities. A laptop or tablet will be most useful as all the class materials will be made

available for students virtually, through our Student Portal.

CAMPUS FACILITIES

- All academic material is provided on loan from the library or on eletronic format.

- PC workstations

- Cafeteria and restaurant available on campus


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WIFI ACCOUNT INFORMATION

Access points have been activated throughout the business school, as well as other locations on

campus.

You have received a visitor badge. Keep it until the end of your

stay and use it to come in and out of the building through the

turnstiles;

You will receive a FIA e-mail account, where your communication will be concentrated

To connect to the wifi network, locate FIAs network and use the following password:

(Login) Usurio: FIA

(Password) Senha: UEB@2014*


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FIAS LIBRARY

LIBRARY RESOURCES

Located at the ground floor of FIAs building, the library is

FIAs business information center.

Students have access to a collection of digital and printed

business information resources for course assignments, job

searches, and personal interest explorations. In addition to

information resources, library users will find a variety of

comfortable study and lounge spaces on the lower levels.

A series of group-study rooms on the lower level may be

scheduled in advance through the International MBA office

staff.

The library website is your gateway to a variety of resources, including:

Web-based business databases

Links to thousands of full-text electronic journals, newspapers and business magazines

Guides on where to find business information by topic (industries, marketing, international,

companies, etc.)

Workstations - FIA Library workstations provide access to a wide variety of information resources on

the web.

LIBRARY SYSTEM

As soon as you are enrolled at the course you will receive an email to create your Login and

Password to access the PORTAL DO ALUNO

To access FIAs library system, please follow these steps:

- Go to: www.fia.com.br

- At the top right of the page you will see PORTAL DO ALUNO

- Login and Password

- Once there, click on Bases Eletrnicas on the menu, then you are ready to search whatever

you need.

If you need any further help, feel free to contact our staff.


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FEA-USPS LIBRARY

The Library located in the University of So Paulo Campus at the Business School Building widely

known as FEA (Faculdade de Economia e Administrao) may be used by FIA Students, by showing

your FIA Identification Card.

FIA COMPUTING SERVICES - The business school is equipped with a bandwidth data infrastructure and wireless access

points to handle all your business computing needs, high-speed internet connections, secure server

access, an online

event calendaring system to track and support your classes (online course material distribution, up-

to-date course

announcements and grading).


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STUDENT WEB SITE (PORTAL DO ALUNO)

The student internet website aims at enhancing communication between students, faculty and the

International MBA academic office.

Through it you can check grades, attendance and important documents such as the classes handouts

and required readings, obtain financial data and access the virtual environment. In the portal are also

found information about what happens at FIA.

NOTE: As soon as you are enrolled at the course you will receive an email to create your Login and

Password to access the PORTAL DO ALUNO


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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

This section of the guide was prepared to help ease the hurdles that you will face when moving to a

new country. In addition, you will find visa information. We are aware that everyones circumstances

are different and that this guide is not necessarily comprehensive. We look forward to your becoming part of our vibrant community. International students play a

major role here at FIA, bringing a breadth of business experiences and unique cultural perspectives

to our education. Most of our International MBA students in the Full Time group are international,

so you will not be adjusting to the move alone.

Please feel free to contact us, as we would really like to help you and pass on what we have learned

during the relocation process. Good luck with your move, and we look forward to meeting you.


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DOCUMENTS

You will have to present certain documents at FIA and they should be delivered in single copy with

the original versions at the time of registration.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS:

Original Diploma from Higher Education Course (i.e. Bachelors degree or equivalent)

certificates or other documents will not be accepted, following regulations of the Brazilian

Ministry of Education. An official translation into Portuguese will be necessary, but the

school may provide it to students.

Passport and student visa covering the whole period of the course.

A recent 3x4 size photo (digital)

Signed Contract two copies in Portuguese and two copies in English (files of the contracts

will be sent to approved students via email).

Enrollment fee payment receipt

Health insurance plan, to ensure coverage of hospital expenses, during the period of study

Foreigner ID Card (RNE) or RNE Requisition Form delivered at Brazils Federal Police to be

obtained upon arrival in Brazil. Instructions on how to obtain this document are in the

appendix Foreign Registry Guide.


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HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR VISA The Requirements are:

1. A passport, which must be valid for at least six months from the intended date of entry in

Brazil. Please, bring it to the Consulate together with documents listed below.

2. Two Visa Application Forms, filled out, dated and signed by the applicant.

3. Two photographs, passport size, color, front view, no head cover, off-white plain

background, taken within the last six months. Snapshots, copies and computer photos will

not be accepted.

4. Copy of the enrollment document at a Brazilian educational institution and a letter

conferring the applicant a grant to study in Brazil. Please indicate the length of the intended

stay in Brazil and present a document stating the amount of the grant when applicable, or

the amount which will be transferred to Brazil during the stay of the applicant in the country.

(See item 5, below, if applicant is under 18).

5. A notarized letter proving that applicant's parents have the sufficient means to support

him/her during the school-year in Brazil.

6. Applicants under 18 years of age are also required to present a notarized letter from both

parents authorizing this Consulate to issue them the appropriate visa.

7. Applicants over 18 years of age must present a non-criminal record statement to be obtained

at the Police Department of their city of residence.

8. Proof of residence in the jurisdiction of this Consulate for at least one year.

9. A $ 40.00 Basic visa fee (U.S. passport holders are exempted as of May 28, 2010 on a

reciprocity basis; U.S., U.K., United Arab Emirates and French passport holders are subject to

processing fee, in reciprocity). Payments must be in U.S. Postal money order made out to

the Consulate General of Brazil. Personal checks and cash will not be accepted.

10. In addition to the amounts indicated above, a non-refundable processing fee of $ 160.00 will

be charged to all US passport holders in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian

citizens who apply for a visa to the USA. Payment must be in U.S. Postal money order made

out to the Consulate General of Brazil. Personal checks and cash will not be accepted.

11. The International Immunization Certificate against yellow fever will only be required from

international travelers coming from countries which pose a risk of international

dissemination. Currently there are no countries posing such risk. (Please see FAQ 1402 at

www.anvisa.gov.br).


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12. Nevertheless, yellow fever vaccination is recommended if applicant intends to visit one of

the following regions in Brazil: Acre, Amap, Amazonas, Federal District, Gois, Maranho,

Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Par, Rondnia, Roraima, Tocantins.

13. Proof of health insurance valid in Brazil.

Please check with the local Consulate/Embassy applicable fees and procedures.

Note: The official webpage for the Brazilian Foreign Relations Ministry Visa Processing System can be

accessed through the link below. Available in English, Spanish, German and French, in addition to

Portuguese:

https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/frscedv/index.jsp

Notes:

a) As a general rule, once all the requirements are fulfilled the visas are ready in 5 (five) business

days (excluding the day when applications are received by the Consulate). Some visas (depending on

the applicant's nationality or personal status) may require a longer processing time. If the Consulate

is busier than usual, the processing time for visas may be extended. The Consulate does not have an

expedite fee.

b) Upon arrival in Brazil bearers of a student visa must register with the Brazilian Federal Police

Department (Delegacia de Estrangeiros) within 30 days from the date of arrival.

c) Visa applicants must set up an individual appointment to deliver the visa applications previously

filled out online. The scheduling page offers you options of dates and time slots. If the desired date

and/or slot is not available, select another date and/or time slot.


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HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR RNE

(REGISTRO NACIONAL DE ESTRANGEIRO)

* RNE is the Foreigners Identity Card. All Brazilians and foreigners staying for more than 30 days in

Brazil must carry a Brazilian ID.

We are sending you instructions on how to obtain this document, explaining all the bureaucratic

proceedings, on a separate file you will receive together with this brochure.

***CHECK THE ATTACHEMENT IN THE END OF THE DOCUMENT

HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR CPF

(CADASTRO DE PESSOA FSICA)

* The CPF is a Revenue Reference Number, which is required for financial transactions in Brazil.

Anyone staying over 20 days should have one.

Go to Receita Federal with the following documents:

1) Identification Document valid in your country of origin or RNE or passport or RNE Protocol with

your registration details.

Note: The identification documents presented by foreigners do not need to mention the name of

Father and Mother. It must be valid in your country of residence and must have a sworn translation.

You can also apply for a CPF card at Banco do Brazil, Caixa Econmica or Correios, by paying a R$ 5,70

fee. At Governmental Entities and Brazilian diplomatic representations abroad, this service is free.


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STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN

All students are required, as a condition of enrollment, to have major medical health insurance that

will cover hospitalization and other care.

HOUSING

FIA does not provide housing services. Below you will find some suggestions; some of the places have

received our students before.

If you want to live in other areas of So Paulo, our staff is most willing to give you tips and ideas of

which areas would be more suitable, according to your interests and needs.

LODGINGS NEAR FIA

Marisa & Walter rent rooms for FIA and USP students

[email protected] Email: | Phone: + 55 (11) 2281-6312 | (11) 99988-1379

Websites that can be helpful:

www.moradiausp.com.br morarusp.com.brWebsite: |

Hostel near FIA

www.nahuhostel.com.brWebsite:

Rooms to rent in So Paulo

www.easyquarto.com.brWebsite:

Temporary rentals

www.airbnb.comAir BNB:

http://bit.ly/12hg6TCHome away/So Paulo:


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HOTELS

Quality Faria Lima

Rua Diogo Moreira, 247

[email protected] | e-mail:

Golden Tower So Paulo Hotel

Rua Dep. Lacerda Franco, 148 Pinheiros

Phone.: 55 11 3094-2211

[email protected]: 55 11 3094-2212 | e-mail/msn:

www.goldentowerhotel.com.brWebsite:

Hotel Best Western:

Av. Dionsia Alves Barreto, 500 Jd. Bela Vista - Osasco - SP - Cep: 06086-040

Phone: 2109-4000 | 3684-1640 | Fax: 2109-4007

[email protected]:

Go Inn Jaguar

Av. Jaguar, 1664 Jaguar So Paulo SP

Phone: 55 11 3716-2656

www.atlanticahotels.com.brWebsite:


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Career Development Sessions

CAREER DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS AND OTHER SERVICES

Apart from classes in which career development and leadership will be discussed, students will have

workshops on cultural aspects of working in Brazil, how to write a CV, how to prepare for an

interview and also simulation of interviews.

In the second semester, a special session is held with several companies that express their interest in

hiring our students, so face-to-face contact can be established between them.

Students also work on a consulting project within a company located in Brazil, to get the opportunity

to learn about the market, working environment and establish a network. In 2014 we had companies

such as GE, Novartis, Mercedez Benz and Pfizer participating with projects.

The school usually receives job offers from students, former students and major companies, which

are directed to our students. We also regularly post job opportunities in social networks. By the end

of the program we provide student with a list of the companies from our contacts, and according to

students interests, we forward their resumes to these companies with a letter of recommendation

from the school.

FIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Founded in 1994 to be a network of professional and social solidarity, the FIA Alumni Association has

reached its goal: to create opportunities of social achievements to its members and contribute to

creating a more inclusive society.

By being a member of the Association, you receive some benefits and have the opportunity to

contribute with your competence and experience.

Career Planning Center - Colleagues who are in a transition moment in career can get the necessary

guidance to better plan their professional future.

Lectures - Addressing issues of interest, these lectures, which are followed by cocktail, are

opportunities where you can combine updated knowledge and networking.


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FIA LIBRARIES

AMBA Members have access to the Library and the withdrawal of up to two volumes for a period of

seven days.

VOLUNTEERS EXECUTIVE

GESC - Management for Entities of Civil Society is the social program created by AMBA - FIA to assist

civil society organizations in strengthening their management and their institutional development.

This project is developed by the Institute GESC, which is supported by AMBAFIA.

Strengthen your network exercising your citizenship. Join our Association and our Institute.

ASSOCIATION OF FIA MBAS

www.ambafia.org.br | www.gesc.org.br

FIA BUSINESS SCHOOL

Rua Jos Alves da Cunha Lima, 172

Butant - So Paulo

Phone: (55 11) 3733-2125/3733-2126

[email protected]


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Finances

INVESTMENT

The tuition for the International MBA is R$ 55.650,00 (Brazilian reais) for a full payment upfront.

Another option would be to pay R$ 11.150,00 upon enrollment, plus two installments of R$ 23.

692,26 (due on April 7, 2015 and September 15, 2015). This amount includes all tuition, orientation,

class materials, and company visits. Meals, local and international airfares and hotels or extra

language classes are not included.

COSTS

Estimated expenses for a single person:

Accommodation US$ 6.000,00

Meals US$ 4.500.00

Transportation US$ 600,00

Estimated total US$ 12.100,00


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FEE for Tuition: Academic Year

The program fee is R$ 55.650,00 (fifty five thousand, six hundred and fifty Brazilian reais) for a full upfront payment, or else pay 20% of this amount (R$ 11.150,00) upon enrollment and the total of R$ 47.384,52 (forty seven thousand, three hundred and eighty four reais and fifty two centavos) in two installments, R$ 23.692,26 (twenty three thousand, six hundred and ninety two reais and twenty six centavos) 15 days after the commencement of the course and R$ 23.692,26 (twenty three thousand, six hundred and ninety two reais and twenty six centavos) 180 days after the commencement of the course.

TRANSFERS MUST BE MADE VIA INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS (SWIFT) USING

THE DATA BELOW (IN US DOLLARS):

FIAs details:

FUNDAO INSTITUTO DE ADMINISTRAO

CNPJ: 44.315.919/0001-40, I.E: Isenta

Address: R.Jose Alves da Cunha Lima 172 - Rio Pequeno

ZIP CODE: 05360 050 So Paulo SP

Deposit directly to the BENEFICIARY BANK: Banco Ita Unibanco S.A.

Swift code: ITAUBRSPXXX

For further credit to: FUND INST DE ADMINISTRACAO

IBAN: BR45 6070 1190 0044 5000 0788 565C 1

For countries not participating in the IBAN system, please check with the admissions officer how

payment can be made.

Please e-mail the bank swift with the transfer information to the Admissions Office

([email protected]).

In case you have any questions, please give us a call at 55-11-3732-3520.

You will be sent two versions of the contract, one in English and one in Portuguese for our records.

Please fill them in, sign them, scan them and send them to us. Upon arrival you will be requested to

sign original versions of the contract.


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ABOUT SO PAULO

So Paulo is the largest city in the Country and the sixth most populated in the planet, with about 11

million inhabitants distributed in an area of 1,509 km, 20 million in the metropolitan area. It is

Brazils economic and financial center, and the state capital that bears its name. So Paulo is among

the worlds capitals of sophistication, entertainment, culture, shopping and gastronomy. It is an

obliging city, which stands out for the quality of services offered. It brings together creativity,

multiculturalism, elegance, excitement and an infinite number of attractions that please all visitors.

The city offers more than 110 museums, 97 cultural centers, 80 parks and green areas, 181 theaters,

287 movie theaters, 7 soccer stadiums, 12,500 restaurants, 15,000 bars and nightclubs, 410 hotels,

30 hostels, 80 shopping malls, 240,000 stores, and 59 high streets with specialized commerce.

Use the Qr Code to watch the youtube video:

Brazil a Sensational Country


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ESSENTIAL PLACES TO VISIT

CATEDRAL DA S /S CATHEDRAL

Designed in 1912 in neo-gothic style and inaugurated uncompleted

in 1954, the monumental construction has capacity for over 8,000

people. With 16 towers and 54 stained-glass windows, it has under

the main altar, a crypt where bishops and archbishops are buried,

aside from historical figures like the Chief Tibiri and Regent Feij.

Praa da S, s/n - S; 3107-6832; www.catedraldase.org.br

Monday to Friday from 8am till 7pm, Saturday from 8am till 5 pm,

Sunday from 8am till 1pm and from 2pm till 6pm.

EDIFCIO ALTINO ARANTES (ANTIGO PRDIO DO BANESPA) /

ALTINO ARANTES BUILDING (FORMER BANESPA BUILDING)

One of the symbols of So Paulo, it was inaugurated in 1947 as

the worlds highest building outside the United States. The

belvedere on the top of the building allows a 360 panoramic

view and is open for visits.

Rua Joo Brcola, 24 - Centro; 2196-3730;

Monday to Friday from 10am till 3pm.


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MASP - MUSEU DE ARTE DE SO PAULO/ MASP - SO PAULO ART

MUSEUM

It has an important collection

of Western art, with

masterworks of great masters

from Italian, Spanish and

French schools (Rafael,

Botticceli, Goya, Renoir,

Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh),

aside from

maintaining very demanded

temporary exhibits. With

highlight to the buildings

architecture, the main body set

on four lateral pillars with a 74-

meter free span.

Avenida Paulista, 1578 - Bela Vista; 3251-5644; www.masp.art.br

Tuesday to Sunday from 10am till 6pm, Thursday from 10am till 8pm.

ESTAO DA LUZ / LUZ STATION - MUSEU DA LNGUA PORTUGUESA

/PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE MUSEUM

Many immigrants that came

to So Paulo at the

beginning of the 20th

century arrived through the

Luz Station. Built to connect

the city of Santos and others

cities of So Paulo, the

Station represented

major importance in the

economic and social

development of the cities.

Nowadays, the Station also

holds the Portuguese

Language Museum. Totally interactive, the collection is exhibited in a fun and exceptional way.

Praa da Luz, s/n - Bom Retiro; 3326-0775; www.museudalinguaportuguesa.org.br

Tuesday to Sunday from 10am till 6pm.


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ESTAO JLIO PRESTES / JLIO PRESTES STATION - SALA SO PAULO/ SO

PAULO HALL

Built between 1926 and 1938, Julio Prestes was the first station of the Sorocabana Railway, the main

coffee transport vein in So Paulo. The building holds since 1999 the Sala So Paulo [So Paulo

Hall], considered as the best space for concerts in Latin America.

Rua Mau, 16 - Centro / Sala So Paulo - Praa Jlio Prestes, 16; 3367-9500;

www.salasaopaulo.art.br Guided tours can be scheduled upon request.

MUSEU DO FUTEBOL / SOCCER MUSEUM - ESTDIO DO PACAEMBU/

PACAEMBU STADIUM

It is one of the oldest stadiums of the Country, where

the Soccer Museum is installed since 2008. Built under

the bleachers, the museum uses technology to tell the

story of Brazilians passion for

the sport in the course of times.

Praa Charles Miller, s/n - Pacaembu; 3663-3848;

www.museudofutebol.org.br



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MOSTEIRO DE SO BENTO / SAINT BENEDICT MONASTERY

The Benedictine order settled in

this place in 1600. The present

construction, one of the

vertices of the Historical

Triangle, dates back to 1910. Its

interior is practically entirely

adorned with paintings,

sculptures, stained-glass

windows and mosaics. With

highlight to the shop, where

delicacies produced by the

monks are sold. The morning

masses are with Gregorian

chant.

Largo So Bento, s/n - Centro; 3328-8799; www.mosteiro.org.br

Basilica: Monday to Friday from 6am till 6:30pm, Thursday from 6am till 8am and from 11:30am till

6:30pm, Saturday and Sunday from 6am till 12pm and from 4pm till 6pm.

PARQUE IBIRAPUERA / IBIRAPUERA PARK

It is the main leisure area for So Paulo residents. The park holds, besides its wide green area, the

Museum of Modern Art, Afro Brazil Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Brazilian Cultures

Pavillion, Japanese Pavillion, Planetarium, Manequinho Lopes Nursery, and the buildings of OCA,

Auditorium Ibirapuera and Biennial Foundation.

Avenida Pedro lvares Cabral, s/n - Ibirapuera; 5574-5045 / 5505; www.prefeitura.sp.gov.br

Daily from 5am till 12am Gates 2, 3, 5 and 10.


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PINACOTECA DO ESTADO / STATE PINACOTHECA

It is a museum of visual arts with

emphasis on Brazilian production

from the 19th century until

contemporary times. Founded in

1905, it is the citys oldest art

museum, and keeps works of artists

like Anita Malfatti, Candido Portinari

and Di Cavalcanti.

Praa da Luz, 02 - Bom Retiro; 3324-1000; www.pinacoteca.org.br

Tuesday to Sunday from 10am till 6pm

THEATRO MUNICIPAL / MUNICIPAL THEATER

Made with influence from the Opera of Paris, the Municipal Theater was inaugurated in 1911,

introducing So Paulo into the international route of great performances. It was the stage for the

Modernist Art Week of 1922, which promoted a great cultural transformation in the Country. Even

today, it offers varied schedule of concerts and ballet.

Praa Ramos de Azevedo, s/n - Repblica; 3397-0301; www.teatromunicipal.sp.gov.br

Guided tours can be scheduled upon request.


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MERCADO MUNICIPAL / MUNICIPAL MARKET

It is one of the most sought after attractions of the

city. It is located at a very beautiful 1933

building, designed by the firm of the

Architect Ramos de Azevedo. A tour

through the aisles reveals the citys

sounds, fragrances and flavors. With

highlight to the icons of So Paulo

gastronomy, the bologna sandwich and

the cod fish pastry [pastel].

Rua da Cantateira, 306 - Centro; 3326-6664;

www.mercadomunicipal.com.br

Monday to Saturday from 6am till 6pm, Sunday from 6am till 4pm.

PATEO DO COLLEGIO / PATEO DO COLLEGIO

It is the citys foundation site with

the execution of the first mass on

January 25, 1554 and later

installation of the Jesuit School.

Today, the Pateo holds the

Museum and the Father

Anchieta Chapel (pious clergy

that was one of the founders of

the city) with a collection of

approximately 700 objects, many of

which belonging to the former Church

and Jesuit School.

Ptio do Colgio, s/n - S; 3105-6899; www.pateodocollegio.com.br



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MUSEU PAULISTA / PAULISTA MUSEUM

Also known as Ipiranga Museum,

it has a collection of over 125,000

items, from artworks to text

documentation, from the 17th

century until the middle of the

20th century, of great importance

to national memory. The painting,

Independence or Death in

exhibit at the noble hall is among

the highlights.

Parque da Independncia, s/n - Ipiranga; 2065-8000; www.mp.usp.br



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NIGHTLIFE IN SO PAULO

After dark, So Paulos mood changes. From laid-back bars where you can sit for a chat and a glass of

beer, to upscale nightspots and live music venues, those who can get up later in the morning will be

rewarded with a wild nightlife scene that has been compared to New York in terms of diversity and

atmosphere.

Vila Madalena is one of the city's main area for nightlife. It is a 15-minute taxi ride from the city

center. Here, busy bars and samba clubs serve up drinks (including caipirinhas) and live music every

night of the week.

Jardim Paulista also has a variety of lively haunts, including some British-style pubs. The upscale

district of Moema is the location of several jazz bars and clubs, offering a more sophisticated night

out.

The business district of Itaim Bibi can also be a good place to head for clubbing, and you can listen to

several kinds of music. There are a number of vibrant gay spots in the city, with one of the friendliest

at R. Vieira de Carvalho.

For something slightly more sedate, the Teatro Abril in Bela Vista and the Theatro Municipal have a

wide range of performances throughout the year.

And, just like its restaurant scene, So Paulo's nightlife reveals the city's amazing diversity.

Cosmpolitan and vibrant, there's something for every traveler.


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EATING & DRINKING

So Paulos gastronomy has a reputation both in Brazil and beyond. Food here is delicious as a rule,

and few travelers in the city would disagree with this fame.

The traditional So Paulo dining experience is called 'churrascaria'; a kind of all-you-can-eat Brazilian

barbecue.

It's a unique experience that provides visitors with a great inside the citys everyday life as well as its

cuisine. First, you help yourself to salad and vegetables and then waiters offer up every kind of grilled

meat, from beef to seafood.

And, best of all for the hungry backpacker on a budget, once the buffet charge has been paid, you

can indulge again and again.

Alternatively, there are also a large number of 'kilo' restaurants in So Paulo, which operate (like in

much of South America) on a weight system from a buffet , in another very cost effective

dining option.

The city, however, does not just serve local cuisine; there is a thriving Japanese community (one of

the largest outside Japan, in fact) in Centro, where seriously high quality sushi can be picked up for

next to nothing.

But here's the key to eating and drinking in Sao Paulo while there are many sophisticated,

international places, there are also numerous other establishments, in all ranges of prices, offering all

kinds of food you can imagine. All you have to do is explore the city to find out your favorites, and

live more authentic cultural experiences.


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TRAVEL GUIDE

ELECTRICITY

The citys voltage is 110 volts, 60 Hz.

ACCESSIBILITY

Public spaces have been adapted for use of people with disabilities. The website

www.acessibilidadecultural.com.br offers information about accessibility in cultural spaces.

BUSINESS HOURS

From 8am till 6pm. Banks are open from 10am till 4pm.

Shopping malls are open from 10 am till 10pm from Monday to Saturday and from 2pm till 8pm on

Sundays and holidays. The citys bars and restaurants have flexible hours.

TIME ZONE

-3 GMT. The city is on daylight saving time between October and February, when clocks are placed

inadvance by one hour.

USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Fire Department: 193

Police: 190

Toll-free number for reporting crimes and incidentes: 100

Traffic Emergency: 194

Health Emergency: 192

Specialized Tourist assistence precenct: 3257-4475

Tiet Bus Terminal: 3866-1100

Barra Funda Bus Terminal: 3866-1100

Jabaquara Bus Terminal: 3866-1100

Congonhas Airport: 5090-9000

Guarulhos Airport: 2445-2945

Viracopos Airport: (19) 3725-5000

NATIONAL CALLS

Country code: 55

Area code: 11

Vivo: 0 + 15 + local area code + telefone

Embratel: 0 + 21 + local area code + telefone


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INTERNATIONAL CALLS

Vivo 00 + 15 + country code + local area code + telephone

Embratel 00 + 21 + country code + local area code + telephone

PHRASES IN LANGUAGES

Bom dia / Good morning Boa tarde / Good afternoon Boa noite / Good evening Como vai? / How are you? Com licena / Excuse me Por favor / Please Desculpe / Im sorry Obrigado / Thank you De nada / Not at all Tchau / Goodbye Eu no falo portugus / I dont speak Portuguese Voc fala ingls? / Do you speak English? Voc pode me ajudar? / Can you help me? Voc poderia pedir um taxi para mim? / Could you call a cab for me? Quanto custa? / How much is it? Onde fica o toalete? / Where is the toilet? Como chego a ...? / How do I get to .?

SAFETY TIPS

In So Paulo, like in any other metropolis, it is recommended for the tourist to follow some safety tips so as to have a calm and safe stay. Take a look at some of them:

Whenever you need information, look for identified professionals. On the street, look for a civil guard or military police.

Do not be careless with your belongings at any time.

Carry electronic equipment discretely.

Do not handle large amounts of money in public.

At the hotel, use the safe that is available for you in your room.

For choice of bars and restaurants, take preference for places recommended by acquaintances or by your hotel staff.

When using taxi cab services, take preference for registered companies.

If you have any problem, look for a Specialized Tourist Assistance Precinct (Deatur) or a common precinct.

DEATUR Consolao Rua da Consolao, 247; 3257-4475. Monday to Friday from 8:30am till 8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 1pm till 6pm; DEATUR Aeroporto de Congonhas Avenida Washington Luis, s/n; 5090-9043; Planto 24hs. Open 24/7. DEATUR Aeroporto de Guarulhos Rodovia Hlio Smidt, s/n; 2611-2686; Open 24/7.


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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

BILHETE NICO CARD FOR BUS AND SUBWAY

You may apply for a Student Transportation Card at FIA, after your enrollment process (Bilhete

nico), by filling out a form that can be requested to the International MBA Academic Office.

The Bilhete nico, as it is called, allows you to take up to four buses in a two hours period, paying

for only one ticket.

Click here to acess the SPTRANS website: www.sptrans.com.br

BUS

Getting to FIA by Bus Two best bus options you may take to FIA is

7598/10 Pq. Continental and 7598/10 Rio Pequeno coming from

Anhagaba Subway Station or at Avenida da Consolao or Avenida

Rebouas and stop at Avenida Corifeu de Azevedo Marques after the

University of So Paulo Gate 3 (around # 3000).

On the SPTrans website page (www.sptrans.com.br) you will find

further information on bus lines that come to FIA and their time

schedule.

METR - SUBWAY

Metr is the subway system in So Paulo. On the Metro website you will find further information,

such as the network map, explanation about the system of tickets and cards, operation hours and

other useful information.

http://www.metro.sp.gov.br/en/your-trip/index.aspx

However, the best way to come to FIA is still by bus.


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CABS FIA CAB STOP

CHAME TAXI - (24 Hours, 7 Days)

Phone: 55 11 3103-8100 / 3733-8000

APPs Easy Taxi | 99Taxis

GUARULHOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CAB SERVICE

GUARUCOOP (TAXI)

Guarucoop provides high quality special taxi services for users at the

International Airport

Phone: 55.11. 2440-7070 | www.guarucoop.com.br

GUARULHOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BUS SERVICE

AIRPORT SERVICE

Tel: 2221-0244 | ww.emtu.sp.gov.br/aeroporto

EXECUTIVE BUSES

EMTU

Phone: 55.11. 3113-4700

CAR RENTALS

REQUIREMENTS:

The minimum rental age is 21 years old;

Renters must present a valid driver's license held for at least two years;

Credit Card and passport are required

International Reservations (24 Hours, 7 Days):

Hertz - www.hertz.com.br | 0800-701-7300

Unidas Rent a Car www.unidas.com.br | 0800 121 121

Localiza - www.localiza.com | 0800 979 2000


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DRIVERS LICENSE

Upon arrival in Brazil, foreigners whose countries have

signed the Convention of Vienna (see list) may use

their own country drivers license as long as it is valid,

for 180 days. The driver must also bear his/her

passport and a document attesting the date of entry in

Brazil. The drivers license must be accompanied by a

sworn translation in Portuguese.

After 180 days, a Brazilian drivers license must be

obtained.

See details on: http://bit.ly/15kdZno (in Portuguese)

Car Circulation Restrictions

Due to So Paulos heavy traffic, each day of the week cars with plates ending in the numbers below cannot

circulate in restricted areas from 7am to 10am and from 5pm to 8pm:

1 and 2 (Monday);

3 and 4 (Tuesday);

5 and 6 (Wednesday);

7 and 8 (Thursday);

9 and 0 (Friday).


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TESTIMONIALS

FIA business school is giving foreigners the opportunity to have access to an extremely wonderful land, rich in culture, natural resources and people. It does not only give the opportunity but also have the capacity to teach

and appreciate what Brazil has to offer.

Moreover, the program fosters a founding and objective principle: the

dignity of the bottom of the pyramid, social classes that represent the back bone of Brazil towards

which we ought to show respect.

We learn and apply, mind the full background from a wide and mature scope from an experienced

and diverse staff of lecturers and professors.

Finally, FIA Business school has already started to harvest its successes at a very crucial moment of a

new era of capitalism and we believe that this will be for long time.

Sobhi Elie Bou-Obeid Full-Time MBA Student Class of 2010

FIA International MBA has made it possible for me to have a good rapport

with experienced professors and continuous learning, either inside or

outside of classroom by exchanging experiences between professors and

students.

Half of the class is made up by students from the USA, France, Italy,

Ukraine, Colombia, Peru, India and, the other half by Brazilians with

international experience. This multicultural atmosphere broadens and

enriches professional and personal views.

Besides that, the activities with the Executive MBA students increase even more the networking,

which makes it possible to share experience between executives from different backgrounds of the

economy sectors.

After 6 months taking the International MBA, not only have I changed the way I see the company

where I work at, but also the way other people see me as a professional.

Regina Kopp, Law Manager of the pharmaceutical lab Merck Sharp & Dohme. Part-Time

International MBA Class of 2010.


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Having concluded the MBA I went through several processes at different companies. The International MBA prove d to be impressive and

of great relevance to those whom I talked to during interviews. By the end of

the MBA two solid offers were made: one at Weatherford

as Business Development Manager in Rio de Janeiro and another with GE Oil &

Gas as Brazil Service Manager, the latter being that which I effectively

accepted.

Matheus H. Scudeler Vilela Full-Time MBA Student Class of 2010


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Thank you

And enjoy the course!

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