FAQ

Yes, IBS Americas is trustworthy. With more than 20 years of experience, we have established solid partnerships with prestigious universities in the United States and Europe, ensuring high-quality courses. The scholarships offered have already benefited thousands of students, helping them to achieve their academic and professional goals. The reliability of IBS Americas is reinforced by testimonials from alumni, who praise both the quality of the courses, and the ongoing support provided throughout the exchange process abroad.

Yes, IBS Americas courses are an excellent opportunity to broaden your knowledge and networking by studying at renowned institutions. In addition, courses are held during the holiday period, allowing you to continue with your responsibilities in your home country, without having to disconnect from work or university for long periods.

IBS Americas offers a variety of short courses, ideal for career development and professional development. These international courses provide a solid academic background, international certification, and a rich cultural experience at renowned universities in the United States and Europe. To see the full list of available courses and access all the details, please visit the courses page. 

Founded in 2003, IBS Americas is an international business school specializing in intensive programs abroad. IBS Americas coordinates the selection process of international scholarships for short courses at renowned universities in Europe and the United States. These courses last 2 to 3 weeks, are in-person and full-time. They include dynamic classes, Business English modules (except in Italy), lectures with executives and company visits. The main goal of IBS Americas is to provide a robust academic background, with international certifications and a life-changing international experience for students.

Yes, IBS Americas international executive courses are in-person and held at partner universities in the United States or Europe. They usually last for 2 or 3 weeks and are offered in January or July.

It varies according to each home University or College. Some may accept the transcript of credits based on the course content, syllabus and class hours. However, the specific arrangement needs to be made directly with your home University. IBS Americas is happy to work with your Institution to provide any documentation required for a credit transfer process. Consult your secretary. 

The Advanced programs are designed for graduate students with a minimum of 3 years of working experience in their field of interest.

A short course is a practical and intensive way to improve your knowledge in a short time, without the need to leave your home country for long periods. These short courses provide a complete immersion in the content, as well as networking opportunities with students of diverse nationalities. Travel to these courses can be carried out with a tourist visa, which simplifies the process of entry into the country, being a convenient option for those seeking a fast and effective international experience.

An international certificate is a document issued by the university that proves your participation in a course abroad. This certificate is a valuable addition to your resume and can be recognized in your home country by universities or employers. Upon completing one of the thematic international courses offered by IBS Americas, you receive a Certificate of Executive Management issued by the university where the course was taken, validating your academic and international experience. 

Courses are 3 weeks with classes from Monday to Wednesday full-time. The student will take the administration module in one period and, in the case of students from the United States and England, the English module in another. In Italy, the other period is dedicated to the preparation of the work to be presented at the end of the course. 
On Thursdays, students in the thematic courses have company visits or lectures with local executives. 
Please refer to the course page for specific details of course load, syllabus and extra activities. 

Students receive the following certificates:

University of La Verne

• Certificate in Executive Management – for thematic courses in the field of business administration
• Business English Program – for the Business English module offered by ELS

California State University, Northridge

• Certificate in Executive Management – for thematic courses in the field of business administration
• Business English Program – for the Business English module offered by the university

State University of New York - Albany and New Paltz

• Certificate in Executive Management – for thematic courses in the field of business administration
• Business English Program – for the Business English module offered by the university

Bayswater College London Programs

• Certificate in Executive Management – for thematic courses in the field of business administration
• Business English Program – for the Business English module offered by the institution

Florida Atlantic University

• Certificate in Executive Management – for thematic courses in the field of business administration and the Business English module

Consult your university for the allocation of complementary hours and credits.

The students will visit companies active in the local market or receive representatives at the university for lectures according to the course's area of study. It is expected that students have a very proactive attitude, asking interesting questions to the representative of the organization.

In order to study with IBS Americas, it is necessary to have an intermediate to advanced level of English, so that you can interact effectively with colleagues and professors during the courses. The Business English course, however, requires only a basic level of English, making it ideal for those who want to improve their language skills before delving into more complex content. 

We recommend that you bring your laptop to carry out academic activities and access digital materials. It will be useful both for assignments and for accessing the online library provided by professors.

In Europe, IBS Americas has partnerships with the following institutions: 

• Bayswater College in London, UK. 
• CUOA Business School in Vicenza, Italy.

In the United States, IBS Americas offers in-person courses at several prestigious universities, such as: 

• University of La Verne and California State University, Northridge (CSUN), California. 
• State University of New York (SUNY), on the New Paltz and Albany campuses in New York. 
• Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Florida. 

Yes, courses can be paid for up to 16 interest-free installments, via bank slip or credit card, through the VINDI platform. The installments can be due on the 10th, 20th or 30th, and early payments have a 3% discount on the payment slip. Remember that the entire amount must be paid no later than 60 days before departure.

Course fees are calculated based on the dollar, euro or pound sterling exchange rate of the day. After full payment, an analysis of the exchange variation will be made to adjust for possible differences, which may result in additional amounts payable or receivable. 

The available payment methods are: 

• In cash: The value will be calculated based on the tourism sale exchange rate, without the need to consider exchange rate variations. 
• Installments up to 16x without interest via bank slip or credit card. 
• Payment in foreign currency via Wise or PayPal. 

Yes. The university requires all students to have Health Insurance or at least Travel Insurance with medical coverage to participate in the program. However, be aware of the minimum requirements required by each university. To do this, check the post on the Student Portal or contact the Preparation department. 

You must provide us with your insurance details so that we can share it with the university before the program is completed. This is important as accidents or health problems may occur with a member of the group. Remember that health services for foreigners are not free even in cases of emergency. 

To meet other students, you can attend the Preparatory Meetings. At these events you can, in addition to asking questions, network and exchange contact information to trade travel tips, find a colleague to share a room, share car rental, among others. In addition, a few days before the program, we create the official WhatsApp groups used as official communication during the course. 

We recommend you arrive the weekend before classes start.

You can request a course add-on up to two times at no cost, as long as the request is made formally by email no later than 60 days before the course starts. 

There is no mandatory activity before classes begin. However, on the weekend leading up to the start of the course, for programs in the United States and England, there is the Campus Tour, an optional (but recommended) activity in which you can get to know the Campus, structure, rules and classmates. 

For all destinations, we recommend that students arrive on the Saturday before the program to familiarize themselves with the surroundings of where they will be staying and take the time to rest and prepare for the first day of class. 

We start the trip about 5 months before the start of classes. All information will be emailed to students in addition to two preparatory meetings prior to the trip, in which we address topics about the university, destination, transfers, accommodations, food, travel and health insurance, etc. The background readings will be sent approximately three months before the trip.

In New York (Albany and New Paltz), it is recommended that students disembark at JFK airport; in California (CSUN and ULV), we suggest Los Angeles airport – LAX; and in Florida, Miami International Airport – MIA. In Italy (CUOA), the recommended airport is Marco Polo – VCE (Venice). In England (Pearson College London), the recommended airport is Heathrow Airport – LHR (London). 

For the United States, you must have a passport with a visa valid for at least six months after your arrival, Letter of Intent (can be requested at our Preparation department or through the Student Portal), return ticket to your home country, and proof of your accommodation reservation. -

In the case of Europe, if your visa is granted at the time of arrival, then have your valid passport, Letter of Intent, ticket back to the country of origin and proof of accommodation reservation. Students of other nationalities should check the requirements on the website of the consulate of the destination country.

Students going to California and Italy receive by email a link with all the necessary information for accommodations around one month before the start of the classes. For all other destinations, accommodation is booked by the student.

There will be no escort upon arrival at the airport. For students en route to California programs, we recommend that students use services such as Uber or Lyft.  

For students who will go to NY or Italy courses, a day, a time and a meeting point at the airport where there will be an assistant professor who will accompany the group to the vicinity of the university may be scheduled. 

Please note that this service is subject to change without notice, so please be aware of communications on the Student Portal. 

You must complete the application form with all personal, academic and professional information. It will also be necessary to send a motivational letter explaining the reasons that make you want a scholarship to study abroad. 

Video: How to fill out the Application Form?

Upon approval of the scholarship, you will receive an email with the result within 5-7 business days. One of our agents will contact you with questions and guidance on the enrollment process, which includes signing the contract and paying.

The amount of the enrollment is included in the other installments of the contract. All values and due dates are available in the same document.

No. IBS Americas and partner universities offer partial scholarships. This means that although they are not 100% scholarships, they cover a significant part of the value of short-term programs, including expenses such as tuition, classes and teaching materials. University endowments prefer to offer more partial scholarships to benefit more students, rather than fewer full scholarships.

To be considered for any of our courses, students must be regularly enrolled or have completed their graduation degree, MBA, or Master's studies. There are different courses for each academic level.

If you want to supplement the scholarship, we suggest you check with your company's Human Resources department or your university's international programs department. Some universities or businesses offer this type of benefit. 

The scholarship offered by IBS Americas partially covers the costs of the international course, including mandatory visits, guidelines for the US visa (if necessary), English proficiency test, online preparatory meetings, access to complementary materials (Background Readings) and support from Academic Leaders during the course. Plane tickets, lodging, food and transportation between the airport and the university are the responsibility of the student.

The number of scholarships varies according to the availability of the supporting endowments of the partner universities in the United States and Europe for each period. Classes generally have up to 30 students per intensive course. 

To obtain a foreign exchange scholarship, the student must be approved in a selection process that includes the analysis of the Application Form, in which academic and professional information is filled out, as well as a cover letter justifying the interest in the scholarship. 

To enroll in an international course with IBS Americas, follow the steps below: 

1. Choose a course in the United States or Europe that aligns with your professional background and goals. See all available courses on the courses page. 

2. Sign up for the selection process by creating a login with email and password. 

3. Fill out the Application Form with your academic and professional information. 

4. Write a cover letter in English explaining why you deserve the scholarship. 

5. Please review and submit your application. The result of the selection will be sent by email within 5 business days. 
 
For more details on the scholarship application process, visit our scholarship guide. 

There are no costs for participation in the scholarship selection process. 

If approved, the candidate must pay the first installment with the scholarship percentage applied to secure his or her place and confirm enrollment. 

To study in the United States with IBS Americas, candidates must be over 18 years old, enrolled in or have already completed an undergraduate course, and possess an intermediate to advanced level of English for executive courses. For Business English courses, a basic level of English is required. Once these requirements are met, students can participate in the selection process for scholarships to study in the United States.

To participate in the programs and concur for scholarships with IBS Americas you must be at least 18 years old, be enrolled or have completed a higher education course at University or College. Furthermore, to participate in the business-themed programs, the minimum level of English required is intermediate, and for the Business English courses at SUNY and ULV, the elementary level of English is fine.

At the time of submission of the Application Form you must attach a copy of your identification document. Subsequently, academic documents related to your training will be requested. 
 

The analysis of the candidate's profile and award result is sent by email within five business days after receiving the Application Form.  

You can do this through your profile on the Student Portal or contact the Admission or Preparation department. We ask students to keep their contact information up to date. 

IBS Americas offers an online portal where students can find all the support they need for their study abroad trip. In the portal, you will find detailed information about universities, visa application instructions, educational materials and other resources. To access, visit the Student Portal and log in with the email and password used to register. 

Use the “I forgot my password” button below the password field and follow the steps in your email to recover your credentials. If you do not remember the email, please contact IBS Americas Admissions. 

The Student Portal posts are in the different tabs within the platform, noting that new newsletters are displayed at the bottom of the page.  

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Member of the Institute of International Education (IIE) and the European Foundation of Managerial Development (EFMD), the International Business School Americas – IBS Americas, offers international programs for executives since 2003, in the following areas: Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Projects, Leadership, Communication, and Innovation. Held in the United States and Europe, the programs are offered in January, July, and September, with full-time classes and activities.

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If you decide to cancel your course enrollment, a fine of up to 50% of the contract value will be applied. The remaining amount will be refunded as long as the student has not reached half of the payments at the time of cancellation. If the student has already paid more than 50%, the retention will be pro-rated.

No. The programs offered by IBS Americas in partnership with universities aim to hold workshops and visits, as well as lectures. Students should not look for extra activities that involve remuneration on account of the full-time workload of the program, as well as a visa that does not allow paid activity. 

No. For courses offered by IBS Americas, the required visa is the B1/B2 (Tourism/Business) Visa. As the executive programs do not have enough hours to apply for a student visa, the tourist visa is sufficient and more accessible. If you already have a tourist visa, you are ready to study with us! Otherwise, IBS Americas will provide all necessary guidance and an Endorsement Letter to assist in the visa process. 

For more detailed information on how to apply for a U.S. visa, you can visit the official website of the U.S. Consulate. This resource offers complete and up-to-date guides on the visa application process. 

You can also find information about getting a US visa on our blog. 

To travel to the United States, several nationalities require a visa to enter the country. For IBS Americas programs, you must apply for the B1/B2 (Tourism and Business) visa.

Citizens of some countries are entitled to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). Check if this is your case. 

For Europe, most nationalities are exempt from prior visa, and their entry is authorized upon arrival in the countries. For more details, consult the consulate of the destination country.

The issuance of the visa is the sole responsibility of the American Consulate, and the final word of the consular officer who interviewed you is based on the consistency of your responses on the form and during the interview. Thus, IBS Americas has no power of influence over the country's decisions and cannot guarantee approval.

The first step is to make an appointment at the United States Embassy, many nationalities are exempt from visas for the benefit of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). 

Remember that before you start applying for a visa, you must have a valid passport. Make the request at the issuing agency of your country.

With the passport in hand, you will be able to apply for the Tourism and Business visa (B1/B2). Fill out the online form to begin the process, consult the Student Portal or ask the Preparation department for the guide on how to carry out this process. After completing the form, you must pay the consular fee and can schedule two appointments: one at the Visa Applicant Service Center (CASV) and another at the Consulate/Embassy. Do not forget to request your Letter of Endorsement for the appointment at the Consulate.

We remind you that our course is classified by the American consulate as a cultural exchange program for executives. The type of visa you should apply for is the B1/B2 (Tourism/Business).

If the visa is denied, even after following all the guidelines provided by the IBS Americas team, we offer support for a new attempt. If the new appointment is too far from the planned date, you can postpone the program up to twice at no additional cost or transfer your scholarship to a European university, where a prior visa may not be required depending on your nationality.

After completing the course, you may stay in the country as long as you do not exceed the time indicated in your visa, knowing that IBS Americas will not assist you after the program.