An exciting feature of any university education is the contact students make with individuals from around the world. However, nothing compares to actually discovering the world for yourself!
As part of your JMSB degree program, you have the opportunity to gain valuable international experience by studying abroad. Whether you want to learn a new language; be exposed to new markets, cultures and political systems; or simply explore an area of the world of interest you, the Concordia Student Exchange program provides you with many opportunities to add a global dimsension to your education!
Eligible students can spend one or two semesters on exchange at one of Concordia’s partner universities located in over 35 countries around the world. While on exchange, you will continue to pay your normal Concordia tuition and can also apply for the Quebec Mobility Bursary or one of the many external awards for study abroad.
Eligibility Requirements
Have a minimum CGPA of 2.7 and maintain it until the departure date
Complete at least 24 credits before the departure date
Students must have completed the following courses at the JMSB prior to CSEP departure: COMM 205, COMM 210, COMM 215 and COMM 217
Complete all program deficiencies, including ESL courses and foundation courses for 120 and 108 programs, prior to application deadline
JMSB students who wish to study at an institution that does not have an CSEP partnership with our school or who are not eligible for the CSEP, can apply to be a Visiting International Fee-Paying Outgoing Student at a particularinstitution. However, since this program is not a standardized Study Abroad Program, while away, student will not be recognized as full-time Concordia University student and therefore may not be eligible for government funding/loans while studying abroad.
Students wishing to study abroad at non-partner institutions must complete the Student Request Form, a typed letter of intent for why you wish to study abroad, full-course listing and course descriptions for intended study and meet with Amanda Holt. Students with cumulative GPAs 2.70 and above will be considered.
To book an appointment with Amanda Holt, please call 514-848-2424, ext. 2721.
Students may study at the John Molson School of Business for one or two semestersas part of an exchange agreement with Concordia University (i.e. Bilateral or CREPUQ).
Students who wish to study at Concordia University’s John Molson School of Business, but whose home institution is not a recognized JMSB exchange partner or whose home institution has already filled its reserved exchange (ISEP) spots with other nominated students, can request to be nominated as Visiting International Fee-Paying (VIFP) applicants.
Students who wish to study at Concordia University’s John Molson School of Business, but whose home institution is not a recognized JMSB exchange partner or whose home institution has already filled its reserved exchange (ISEP) spots with other nominated students, can request to be nominated as Visiting International Fee-Paying (VIFP) applicants.
All sections of the VIFP Application and supporting documentation MUST be TYPED. Hand-written items will not be accepted.
Application deadlines
June 1st for all Fall semester entrance
October 15th for Winter semester entrance
Application criteria
Only applicants with “B” equivalent averages (13/20 in France overall minimum average) will be considered, with this minimum score specifically in mathematics/statistics & economics based courses.
In conjunction with your Academic Advisor(s), supply a Preliminary Profile of Courses (listing of the courses approved by your Academic Advisor) to be taken at Concordia. You will find a field for you to list these courses on the second page of our VIFP Application Form.
Include an updated Official Transcript in sealed envelope (Student Record, Releve des Notes et Resultats, Marks, etc.) Copies are not acceptable.
Provide a Personal Statement (also known as a Statement of Purpose or Letter of Motivation) to be addressed to the John Molson School of Business in English, outlining why you wish to study business at Concordia University.
A Letter of Permission from an authorized representative of your institution (University president, College president, Dean of the Faculty or School, Department Chair, Programme Director, International Coordinator) granting permission for you to study for one or two semesters at Concordia University, acknowledging your choice of studying abroad and that you will receive credit for your studies.
Submit two (2) Departmental or Faculty Recommendations - provided by professors who have taught or worked with you in the various classes listed in your Transcript of Credits.
Provide Result of Language Testing:
English – TOEFL minimum score of 90 with minimum scores of 20 in each band/IELTS 7.0 overal scorewith minimum score of 5.5 in each band.
