International Students
Welcome to ESPM: Your Global Experience Starts Here!
Choosing to study abroad is a bold step — one that transforms not only your academic journey, but your view of the world. At ESPM, we are proud to welcome international students who are curious, open-minded, and ready to grow both personally and professionally.
We believe that internationalization is more than mobility. It is about meaningful connections, cultural exchange, and learning to see the world through different lenses. Here, you will find a dynamic academic environment, top-notch faculty, and a community that values creativity, ethics, and global engagement.
Located in Brazil’s most vibrant cities — São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Porto Alegre — ESPM offers you a unique experience: a blend of academic excellence, cultural richness, and real-world learning. Whether you are joining us for a semester or a full program, you will be immersed in a diverse and inclusive atmosphere that will challenge and inspire you.
At ESPM, you are not just a guest — you are part of our community. You’ll have opportunities to work on real projects, collaborate with Brazilian and international students, and engage with local companies and organizations.
We are here to support you every step of the way — from application to arrival, and throughout your stay. Get ready to live a transformational journey. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Discover Brazil. Connect with the world. Transform your future.
Here you are going to find more information on how.
Applications
Before starting the application process, reach out to your home university’s International Office. They will provide you with essential information on how they collaborate with us and the specific selection requirements and deadlines.
After that, decide whether you want to apply as a visiting student (tuition-paying) or as an exchange student. The latter usually involves a nomination by your home university, while the former may not.
Initiate the application process by clicking on the “Apply Now” button. Make sure to complete the online application form as per the provided instructions given.
Please be aware that all applications require the submission of supplementary documents alongside the completed form by the deadline. Below is a list of the documents that must be included with your application:
- Copy of a valid passport
- Personal photo (passport size and format)
- Copy of the Academic Transcript
- Certificate of Enrolment in Home University
- Certificate of English for classes instructed in English (B2 level at least) if applicable
- Certificate of Portuguese for classes instructed in Portuguese (B2 level at least) if applicable
- Certificate of Spanish for classes instructed in Spanish (B2 Level at least) if applicable
- Health Insurance (may be sent as soon as available)
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Brazilian Student Visa (may be sent as soon as available)
- Term of Responsibility duly signed as in passport
Ensure that these documents are sent to [email protected] before the given deadline. Any failure to submit the required documents will result in non-acceptance.
Deadlines
Application Seasons:
First half of October for the Spring Semester (February to June).
First half of April for the Fall Semester (August to December).
Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
Once your application is processed, we will notify you regarding your acceptance and provide further details on student visa procedures, course registration, and accommodation arrangements.First half of October
Language
Each semester, we provide a limited selection of courses taught in English at São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro campuses, focusing on business management and international relations. To discover previous offerings or to stay informed about upcoming courses, please reach out to us.
For courses conducted in English or Spanish, a minimum B2 language proficiency in the respective language is necessary.
Additionally, students who wish to explore ESPM’s comprehensive array of courses in Portuguese must have a B2-level proficiency in the Portuguese language.
Start of the Classes
Please refer to the side panel for the upcoming semester’s class dates at each ESPM campus. It’s important to note that these dates are subject to change without prior notice as they are preliminary predictions.
São Paulo
February 2nd to June 26th, 2026
Rio de Janeiro
February 2nd to June 26th, 2026
Admission Letters
All acceptance letters will be emailed to all applicant students after the application deadline has passed. If needed and upon previous request, hard copies will be dispatched to the Academic Office of your home university.
Courses Instructed in Foreign Languages - 2026/1
The courses below is from undergraduate programs instructed in each campus. You can mix classes from different programs at the same campus. Remember that it is not ESPM’s responsibility to assure the recognition and good use of the subjects attended during the semester of the exchange program; this is an exclusive decision of your home institution and you. In this context, we suggest you obtain the orientation of the International Relations Office or from an Academic Advisor at your institution to verify the course validations. Changes on this list may occur without previous notice.
SAO PAULO CAMPUS
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Business Administration program at ESPM is tailor-made for passionate individuals with a zeal for leadership, offering a transformative journey into the realms of strategic management and entrepreneurship. Our students receive intensive training in areas including marketing, business, innovation, and technology, equipping them with the skills to create value and make a positive social impact. Explore the courses available in the English language, along with their detailed syllabi, below:
This course is the result of an unprecedented partnership between business schools in Brazil, India, and the United States. Its objective is to develop a human and socially responsible perspective within the business sphere through a practical, applied project. This project consists of mentoring for small Brazilian women entrepreneurs who face difficulties related to
marketing, communication, finance, and operations.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Fundamentals and evolution of experiential marketing as a competitive differentiator.
Experience as a strategic tool for building brand value. Creation and management of
memorable experiences in diverse contexts: retail, events, culture, sports, and the digital
environment. Physical and digital environments as sensory and emotional points of contact.
Applied models and frameworks: experience economy, experience pyramid, and sensory
journey. Evaluation and measurement of the consumer experience. Impacts on reputation,
loyalty, and brand advocacy.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
A comprehensive understanding of the principles, structures, and practices that govern the operation and decision-making in companies. Furthermore, it aims to promote awareness of
the importance of governance as an essential instrument For the sustainability,
transparency, and success of organizations in an increasingly complex and globalized
business environment.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
The ESPM International Relations course beautifully blends the classic foundations of diplomacy, encompassing essential areas like law, economics, and political science, with a modern twist. In addition to these traditional pillars, we supercharge your diplomat's toolkit with specialized courses in international marketing, finance, metrics, business modeling, and in-depth country studies. This unique combination is what sets our course—and you—apart from the rest, cultivating a distinct identity as a corporate diplomat. Explore the courses available in both English and Spanish, along with their comprehensive syllabi, below:
Decision analysis tools; political risk; international politics and business; internal and external forces of influence; geopolitics; expropriation; terrorism; financial market; state, non-state, and transnational actors; corporate diplomacy; uncertainty and probability; risk perception; case studies.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
The relevance of Corporate Diplomacy, its concepts and implications regarding
the formulation and implementation of corporate strategies in a globalized world.
It is configured as the understanding of the economic, political, and social dimensions within which companies are embedded and operate, executing their business strategies and adding value in a way that meets the needs of their
stakeholders. Introduction to communication across cultures; contrasting values;
negotiation; culture shock; global managers; cultural competencies;
interculturality; the impact of the cultural component on International Business.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
Financial Market: Concept of financial intermediation. National financial system. Monetary Market: History of inflation in Brazil, inflation targeting policy, Selic rate, CDI, functioning of the Monetary Policy Committee (Copom). Foreign Exchange Market: Causes and effects of exchange rate volatility, exchange rate systems. Credit Market: Credit as repayment capacity, reputation, and character. How financial institutions assess the creditworthiness of their clients. Concept of leverage. Capital Market: Debt and equity markets. Debentures, bonds, notes. IPOs and stocks.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
The Relevance of Corporate Diplomacy, Its concepts and implications regarding the formulation and implementation of corporate strategies in a globalized world. It encompasses understanding the economic, political, and social dimensions within which companies operate and execute their business strategies, adding value in ways that meet the needs of their stakeholders.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class).
Financial Management: Financial statements. Cash flow planning. Analysis of financial statements. Cost of capital. Value-based evaluation. Capital structure. Working capital and current asset management. Current liability management.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Rational Expectations and Price Movements. Market efficiency. Risk and return. Cost of capital. Efficient frontier. Portfolio management. Present value of cash flows. Fundamental asset valuation. Financial statement and cash flow projections. Valuation for private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and debt issuance.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Dynamics of global innovation; Internationalization of R&D; Management of innovation teams and R&D units.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Analysis of the internal environment and marketing strategies in use. Macro and microenvironment. Diagnosis. Prognosis. Goals. Strategic and tactical marketing plans. Schedule, budget and feasibility of the marketing plan.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
History of the European integration process. Organs of the European Union and their functioning. Europe in international relations: Common Foreign and Security Policy. Economic and Monetary Union: Euro. Major countries in the region. Future perspectives and regional governance.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
Factors of instability and uncertainties affecting companies in the international context. Concept of Political Risk. Identification of economic, political, geopolitical, legal, and sociocultural variables in international business decisions. Analysis of risk factors for international business. Scenario analysis and risk mitigation strategies.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
The course is designed for international students without prior formal instruction in the language. This program aims to develop speaking, writing, reading and listening skills through activities compatible with A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Besides the language, learners are introduced to some aspects of national culture.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contatc class).
The course covers the concepts, principles, and rules that govern legal relationships between
individuals or entities from different countries, addressing the main mechanisms for resolving
conflicts of laws, jurisdiction, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments. The course aims to enable students to apply Private International Law rules in practical situations,
promoting an analysis of legal and social implications in an international business context.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
Factors of instability and uncertainty affecting companies internationally. Concept of Political
Risk. Identification of economic, political, geopolitical, legal, and sociocultural variables in
international business decisions. Analysis of risk factors for international businesses.
Analysis of scenarios and risk mitigation strategies.
Indigenous peoples, populations and traditional communities in the Amazon. Indigenous knowledge and worldview. Ecosystems and biodiversity. The geopolitics of the Amazon and its value in the world. The climate emergency, the risk of a point of no return in the Amazon and the international discussion. The debate on the occupation of the Amazon. Conflict, violence and environmental crimes. Economic proposals for the Amazon. Sustainability, ESG, Carbon Credits. The value of the standing forest.
Chronology and themes on the international environmental agenda. National and international coverage
of the Amazon.
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class)
ESPM DESIGN
The design program at ESPM is for those connected to creativity, innovation, culture, and the market. Our curriculum explores design in its broad market potential, addressing everything from strategic and innovative perspectives to the practical development of projects such as brand identities, magazines, packaging, typography, 3D, UX, UI, product design, and service design. We combine creativity, sensitivity, mastery of various languages, and socio-environmental responsibility with the ability to solve the problems and demands of today's society.
The goal of this course is to take the students to onsite art exhibitions, focusing on Brazilian artists, happening in São Paulo, having reflections about these exhibitions and artistic Brazilian expression.
Starting with discussions on the Aesthetic Experience, based on philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804) and neuroscience, the first reflections focus on understanding concepts of art. A schedule of art exhibitions on show will be programmed each semester. Each student will develop a personal online journal about the visits done, with reflections based on class discussions, using the app Book Creator https://bookcreator.com.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
RIO DE JANEIRO CAMPUS
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Business Administration at ESPM is for those passionate about leadership and who seek to acquire transformative knowledge in strategic management and entrepreneurship. Students receive training focused on marketing, business, innovation and technology, as well as how to generate value and social impact. See the courses available in the English language, as well as its syllabi below:
The course aims to provide students with the experience and theoretical knowledge of the various phases of
strategic planning, through concepts, techniques, and tools for developing a strategic plan. It is expected that by the end of this course, participants will
be able to understand the phases of a strategic plan for existing companies..
Credits: 2 (36 hours of contact class).
ADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATION
At ESPM, you will gain the knowledge to become a transformative communication professional across all areas of the field. Here, you will be prepared to understand communication from a broader, more technical, market-oriented, technological, and human perspective. Throughout the program, you will develop expertise in marketing management, communication technologies, and the application of creativity in various market contexts, becoming capable of questioning, innovating, and transforming your work, society, and your own life.
Basic concepts of the sociology of sport. Contemporary concept of media. The relationship
between media visibility and social representation. Sport in the contemporary world.
Communication planning focused on sport. Organization and sponsorship of sporting events.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Customer/consumer-centricity in organizations. Exposure, attention, and perception. Learning
and memory. Motivation. Attitudes and persuasion. External influences (cultural factors,
reference groups, usage situations, etc.). Personal characteristics of the consumer. Roles,
units, and types of purchase. Decision-making process and consumer purchase journey.
Persona building.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
This course focuses on producing a portfolio for the Creative Economy sector, with real international briefs, guided by ESPM and judged by professionals working abroad. In addition to this
international guidance, professionals from abroad will provide tips on working in this sector in the countries where they are currently located or have previously worked.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
What is Marketing? Evolution of Marketing Thought
Who does Marketing? Role of Marketing Managers. Ethics and Responsibility.
Transaction and Relationship Trends Business Environment
Internal Environment
What are Markets?
Customers, Consumers and Stakeholders: Desire and Need
Segmentation Concepts (828 and 82C)
Positioning Concepts (Frame of Reference, POP, POD, Mantra)
Marketing Mix Concepts (from the classic 4Ps / 7Ts)
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
Market Mechanisms: Demand Theory, Supply Theory, and Determination of Equilibrium in Competitive Markets; Characteristics of Market Structures. • Elasticities: Elasticities of Demand and Supply. • Production Theory: Production Function; Average and Marginal Productivity; Short Run versus Long Run; Law of Diminishing Returns. • Production Cost Theory: Short-Run and Long-Run Costs; Firm Cost Structure; Cost Curves and Functions; Determination of Efficiency Cost; Economies of Scale and Scope; Learning Curve. • Perfect Competition: Concepts of Revenue and Profit; Break-Even Point; Maximization of Profit in Competitive Markets; Firm Supply Curve; Equilibrium in Competitive Markets in the Long Run; Effects of Tax Collection. • Monopoly: Monopolist Profit Maximization; Monopoly Power; Sources of Monopoly Power; Social Costs of Monopoly; Regulation of Monopolies. • Monopolistic Competition: Profit Maximization in Monopolistic Competition; Equilibrium in the Short and Long Run; Economic Efficiency and Differentiation. • Oligopyo: Equilibrium in Oligopyo; Cooperative Oligopies; Cartels and Collusion; Price Leadership and Signaling; Non-Cooperative Oligopies; Price Competition. • Game Theory: Prisoner’s Dilemma; Dominant Strategies, Maximin and Nash Equilibrium; Repetitive Games; Applications of Game Theory in Oligopolies
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
The decision-making process in Marketing: a systemic view. The role of MIS and market intelligence in decision-making. Marketing as problem-solving (Jobs to Be Done). Analysis of the macroenvironment (PESTEL, trends, fads and megatrends). Analysis of the competitive environment (strategic groups, sector analysis). Concept of market, segmentation and choice of segments. Positioning and differentiation strategies (Frame of Reference, POP, POD, Mantra). SWOT Matrix and Cross SWOT with strategic prioritization. Services Marketing Branding and Jobs to be Done (JTBD) Branding as an intangible asset: purpose, manifesto, brand equity, brand architecture and portfolio. New Branding practices: branded content, marketplaces, fictional products. Design, Culture and Consumption: Impacts on Brand Strategies. Practical Project: Strategic Diagnosis of Marketing and Branding Applied to a Design Challenge.
Credits: 4 (72 hours of contact class)
CERTIFICATE IN "GLOBAL INSIGHTS IN LATIN AMERICAN BUSINESS
Embark on a semester-long journey in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, designed to provide a deep understanding of the latest trends and challenges in Latin American business. This comprehensive program focuses on innovation, branding, and marketing, tailored to equip students with the practical skills to navigate the dynamic business landscape of this region. Whether you're a student from one of our partner universities (eligible for tuition-free exchange) or a visiting student from a non-partner institution, this program offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in critical topics such as new business models, international branding strategies, and regional marketing practices. This program features a fixed curriculum with integrated modules, and course selection or modification is unavailable. Additionally, the course will only proceed if a minimum quorum is met.
The course explores new business models made possible by the combination of creativity, innovation, and digital technologies. These models have proven to be highly competitive, fostering the development of a new network-based economy. To delve deeper into the subject, the course will cover major topics such as: 1) New Business Models; 2) Business Ecosystems; 3) Strategic Positioning within Business Ecosystems; and 4) Scenario Planning.
Credits: 6 ECTS
Objectives of this course: understand the key factors on International Branding
management. Content: Global Market trends; international brand expansion
and brand equity (brand loyalty, brand awareness, brand associations, perceived
quality) creation; intercultural differences (organizational and personal impacts);
strategic opportunities on cross-countries synergies.
Credits: 3 ECTS
This course will provide students with a comprehensive
overview of the marketing strategies adopted in Brazil
and other Latin American countries, analysing real cases
and exploring best practices to overcome challenges
and seize opportunities in this region.
Credits: 3 ECTS
Gain an understanding of the main aspects that differentiate
services from products and their impact on the formulation
of marketing strategies and the management of operations
in service companies, using companies operating in the
Brazilian market as an example.
Credits: 3 ECTS
Focused on presenting promotional trends in the
technology field, consumer interaction, social media
use, and innovation in general, the course aims to guide
brands, through theoretical content and case studies,
to resonate with their target audience and potential
consumers.
Credits: 3 ECTS
APPLIED LEARNING COURSES
These are practical-theoretical courses offered by ESPM Applied Learning Labs in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, focusing on projects within three major fields: Business, Social Impact, and Communication. The primary goal is to enable students to apply fundamental theories and concepts while engaging with real-world projects in these three areas. Students have the freedom to select the project or lab they wish to participate in, where they will receive guidance from ESPM professors and collaborate with our Brazilian undergraduate students.
Please note that available spots for these projects are limited each semester, and assignments will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis once the semester commences.
SÃO PAULO CAMPUS
Study target audience and Brazilian market based on an advertising brief guided by a real brand.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The student can conduct studies and research on Brazil and countries of the American continent relations, particularly in the political, economic, and business areas, and publish the research findings on various platforms, such as scientific journals, in the form of scientific articles, and on the internet as podcasts or videocasts. Additionally, there may be opportunities to engage with private companies and diplomatic representations in São Paulo.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The student can conduct studies and research on Brazil-Europe relations, particularly in the political, economic, and business areas, and publish the research findings on various platforms, such as scientific journals, in the form of scientific articles, and on the internet as podcasts or videocasts. Additionally, there may be opportunities to engage with private companies and diplomatic representations in São Paulo.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The student can conduct studies and research on Brazil-Middle East relations, particularly in the political, economic, and business areas, and publish the research findings on various platforms, such as scientific journals, in the form of scientific articles, and on the internet as podcasts or videocasts. Additionally, there may be opportunities to engage with diplomatic representations in São Paulo.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The student can conduct studies and research on Brazil-Asia relations, particularly in the political, economic, and business areas, and publish the research findings on various platforms, such as scientific journals, in the form of scientific articles, and on the internet as podcasts or videocasts. Additionally, there may be opportunities to engage with private companies and diplomatic representations in São Paulo.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
Development of visual identity projects for NGOs, experimental/authorial projects, and visual identity projects for ESPM.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
Students develop content on journalism and communication to be published on the Journalism course’s social media profiles. Using various tools, they create high-quality multimedia content that adheres to professional journalistic standards.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The Journalism Portal is an activity designed to simulate the operations of a professional newsroom. Students engage in gathering information and creating content in various formats, with a particular focus on photography and writing, for publication on the Journalism Portal website.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
The students must develop innovative projects and strategic solutions for the internationalization of companies and businesses. They will work to analyze target market scenarios and map the attractiveness and active forces in the destination. However, as this is a consultancy activity, deliverables are defined in a proposal agreed upon with the client after the briefing and analysis.
Credits: 9 (162 hours of contact class)
POWER LAB ESPM projects are practical in the area of information technology and materialize in the most varied formats: websites, progressive web apps, augmented reality applications, mobile applications, systems, etc. The complexity and duration of projects also vary.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
RIO DE JANEIRO CAMPUS
The student will produce multimedia journalistic pieces on topics such as climate change, science, and environment.
Credits: 7 (126 hours of contact class)
The students will be part of audiovisual company junior head by Professors and others students. Our team creates, develops and produces short movies, instutional films, cinema festival and does audiovisual promotion for ESPM, society or other clients.
Like other students, the exchange student will be part of one of coordinations areas of company : financial, criative, comunication, distribution, festival or social media. That areas are our office demands where the staff have to get financial support to our movies, manage budget, create poster and arts of the movies, apply short movies in the festivals, produce our own festival, create content for social media.These activities vary depending on the coordination in which he participates.
Beside of that, we make our own audiovisual projects. The students propose screeplays, vote which one will be shoot and edit next semester. Each student assumes a specific role within the future short movie, decided by a committee that takes into account the student’s skills and competencies. Then, it could be possible work related to the fields of photography, art direction, sound, editing, direction, production, finishing, among others. We produce around five short movies per year.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
Origem Communication is ESPM Rio’s in-house agency where students can put classroom learning into action. In this fast-paced learning environment, students get to work on real-world projects for actual clients. They’ll learn how to create winning marketing strategies, produce content for different platforms, and design eye-catching ads. It’s a chance to gain valuable experience before they even graduate.
Credits: 11 (198 hours of contact class)
This course is designed for university students, including those of diverse nationalities, with the aim of enabling them to apply their academic knowledge to social innovation projects that address global complexities and diversities. Through the service learning methodology, students will be involved in practical experiences that integrate theoretical learning and community service, fostering a deep understanding of social issues and the ability to develop sustainable solutions. Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class) |
Participation in meetings, research, study and creation of graphic design projects, digital graphic layouts for various clients, development of projects to improve a graphic design portfolio.
Credits: 4,5 (81 hours of contact class)
Students will participate in the production of animation short films, series, and movies.
Credits: 7 (126 hours of contact class)
Grading System and Enrolment
Grades and Attendance: To successfully complete a course, students are required to maintain a minimum attendance rate of 75% (seventy-five percent) for classes and activities and achieve a final grade equal to or greater than 7.0 (seven) out of 10.
Prerequisites: Some courses may have prerequisites, and it's essential to ensure you meet all of these requirements when they are specified.
Syllabus: The syllabus will be provided to students upon admission or upon prior request.
First-Come, First-Served: Enrollment is subject to availability and will be allocated by the academic office based on the order of requests. Please be aware that there is no guarantee of course availability, and changes or cancellations are not permitted after the second week of classes.
Courses Instructed in Portuguese Language
Select your preferred campus, then click on the course name. Finally, click on 'Matriz Curricular' to view the program's full list of disciplines.
For additional information, feel free to contact our team in charge of incoming students:
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