AMERICAS MBA
One unique MBA program
The Americas MBA is a joint program between four distinguished business schools – FIA, ITAM, Simon Fraser University, and Vanderbilt University. They offer a unique MBA in international management with an emphasis on the four major economies of the Americas, integrating students from Brazil, Mexico, Canada, and the USA. Four dynamic economies of the Americas – One unique MBA program.
The program focuses on improving strategic leadership for professionals in international companies, by providing a challenging academic environment to discuss and practice in-depth management concepts on real-life cases within the economic, cultural, and managerial models of the Americas and the international arena as well. With all classes in English, the program is developed in the first year with Friday and Saturday classes every two weeks in Brazil.
In the second year, the program goes through the core concepts with four additional intensive modules in Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and the USA. These modules consist of joint immersions with students from the above mentioned universities, which are leading universities in their countries, held every two months. The integration of the students includes academic, professional, cultural, and personal interactions that support a dynamic and broad perspective to become a true leader in the international arena.
More information:
- Next class: March/2027
- Length: 18 months | 500 hours of classes
- Classes
- Regular classes are held biweekly on Fridays (2:00 pm to 6:00 pm) and
- Saturdays (8:30 am to 5:30 pm), every two weeks.
- Tuition, including Academic Modules Abroad: R$ 74.647,80*
- *23% discount for upfront payment and 18% for installment payment until October 5th, 2026.
- *Consult us for different payment method
- *We offer a special discount for women in the Women in Leadership Program and for students who identify as Black, Brown, or Indigenous (PPI).
Contact
- Location: São Paulo – Unidade Nações Unidas
- Av. Dra. Ruth Cardoso, 7221
- internationalmba@fia.com.br
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Elevate your career with the Americas MBA
Learn about the differentiators of the Americas MBA in Brazil.
The program
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The Average Profile of an Americas MBA Class
On average, our Brazilian students are 35 years old and possess 12 years of professional experience. The Americas MBA cohort is truly multicultural, with approximately 75% of students hailing from foreign universities. Program applicants come from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. This diversity enhances in-class discussions, fosters the exchange of experiences between students and professors, and enriches the application of concepts, further deepening the learning experience.
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According to the 2019 report by the U.S. Executive MBA Council, 56% of international MBA students received promotions, on average 15% more than all the reviewed programs.
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In another assessment, the EMBA Council identified that, after 12 months of graduation, 68% of students were promoted. The other assessed programs had an average of 52%.
of the students achieved higher positions after 12 months of completing the course
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"The MBA helped me broaden my horizons in terms of possibilities, and the in-depth content learned, especially about new businesses and venture building in the Vanderbilt class, was essential for enabling the search for a new area within consulting that made more sense for my long-term career."
"The Americas MBA was an incredible experience as it allowed me to experience cultures and create connections in 4 different countries. The classes at foreign universities are fantastic, and I am sure they added a lot to my work and life. I will carry this experience with me forever!"
"In April 2023, I completed the Americas MBA from FIA Business School, an enriching experience that allowed me to enhance my knowledge in strategy and leadership. In addition, I had the unique opportunity to experience part of the course at renowned institutions located in the main economies of the Americas. I studied at Simon Fraser University in Canada, ITAM in Mexico, and Vanderbilt in the USA."
"Without a doubt, networking is the greatest strength of this program. Although it involves four schools, the level of multiculturality is remarkable. It teaches you how to behave, communicate, understand different markets, and interact with people from other countries. This experience stays with you and becomes part of your professional life every day."
Testimonials
Americas MBA
The program's focus
Global C-Level & Board – FIA Business School
Our program emphasizes a highly practical approach, designed to immediately apply conceptual frameworks to participants’ professional careers. Lectures and case analyses demand active participation, while teamworking skills are honed through consultancy projects. We employ simulations, active learning, and distance learning methods, along with individual counseling. Additionally, we utilize real-life case studies through our content agreement with Harvard Business Publishing.
In the program’s final phase, multicultural teams composed of Canadians, Mexicans, Americans, and Brazilians tackle real strategic challenges in consultancy projects for actual clients. Each project is overseen by an experienced coach provided by the partner schools.
A holistic perspective
The Americas MBA offers a comprehensive view of cross-border business challenges and opportunities. You’ll benefit from the expertise of leading faculty and researchers in each host country. Immerse yourself in the culture, business practices, and consumer perceptions of four major markets. Lastly, engage in a real consulting project within a multicultural team, working for a major international firm.
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Perguntas Frequentes
The only international executive MBA delivered entirely in English across four countries: Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Unlike an MBA that simply includes international modules, the Americas MBA is built around an integrated experience across four leading business schools: FIA Business School, ITAM, Simon Fraser University, and Vanderbilt University. Each partner school offers only 15 places per year, bringing together executives with an average of 12 years of professional experience from a range of nationalities.
The program culminates in a real international consulting project, developed by a multicultural team during the second year of the program.
The MBA develops competencies in international strategic decision-making, leadership, and cross-cultural management, preparing executives to generate impact and operate in increasingly global business environments. For those who lead beyond the boundaries of their own market, the Americas MBA does not simply prepare participants for the international business environment — it takes place within it.
The program is designed for experienced professionals who want to expand their international reach, develop an integrated understanding of business across the Americas, and strengthen their ability to lead across different markets and cultures.
It is particularly suitable for professionals, managers, and executives who already have an established career with international exposure or who are seeking a more intensive international experience, with direct interaction with executives from different nationalities.
Participants have an average of approximately 12 years of professional experience.
The Americas MBA is delivered 100% in English.
Academic activities, discussions, presentations, assignments, and projects are conducted in English, including during the international residencies.
Participants are expected to have sufficient English proficiency to follow the course content and actively participate in classes.
The program takes place across four countries and four partner schools:
- Brazil — São Paulo: FIA Business School;
- Canada — Vancouver: Simon Fraser University;
- Mexico — Mexico City: ITAM;
- United States — Nashville: Vanderbilt University.
Throughout the program, participants experience different academic, economic, and cultural environments, broadening their understanding of business and management across the Americas.
The program has a multicultural approach, bringing together participants from the partner schools and from different nationalities.
Each school has a limited number of participants, contributing to a highly interactive learning experience and the development of a strong international network.
Interaction among professionals from different countries allows business discussions to incorporate multiple cultural and market perspectives.
As the final component of the program, participants develop a real international consulting project.
The project is carried out by a multicultural team and allows participants to apply the knowledge developed throughout the MBA to the analysis and resolution of a real business challenge.
This experience integrates strategy, management, teamwork, international perspective, and the ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments.
The program develops key competencies for managers and executives who currently operate — or aspire to operate — in international environments, particularly in the areas of strategy, leadership, decision-making, and cross-cultural management.
The program enables participants to understand different markets, broaden their strategic perspective on the Americas, and strengthen their ability to lead and make decisions in global contexts.
Key differentiators include:
- International executive education delivered 100% in English;
- Academic experience across four countries;
- Four leading schools: FIA Business School, ITAM, Simon Fraser University, and Vanderbilt University;
- Multicultural cohort;
- International networking;
- Exposure to different markets and cultures;
- Development of cross-cultural management competencies;
- An integrated strategic perspective on the Americas;
- Real international consulting project;
- Multicultural teams;
- Highly experienced participant profile.
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
O único MBA com formação executiva internacional totalmente em inglês, em quatro países: Brasil, Canadá, México e Estados Unidos. Diferente de um MBA com módulos internacionais, o Americas MBA é construído em quatro escolas de excelência: A FIA Business School, ITAM, Simon Fraser University e Vanderbilt University, onde há apenas 15 vagas por escola parceira, por ano, reunindo executivos com média de 12 anos de experiência, provenientes de diversas nações.
O programa tem como conclusão um projeto de consultoria internacional real, desenvolvido por uma equipe multicultural, realizado durante o segundo ano do curso.
O curso desenvolve competências para a tomada de decisões estratégicas internacionais, a liderança e a gestão intercultural, preparando executivos para gerar impacto e atuar em ambientes de negócios cada vez mais globais. Para quem lidera além das fronteiras do próprio mercado, o Americas MBA não prepara para o cenário internacional, mas acontece dentro dele.
O programa é indicado para profissionais experientes que desejam ampliar sua atuação internacional, desenvolver uma visão integrada dos negócios nas Américas e fortalecer competências para liderar em diferentes mercados e culturas.
É especialmente adequado para profissionais, gestores e executivos que já possuem uma trajetória consolidada com atuação internacional ou que buscam uma experiência internacional mais intensa, com interação direta com executivos de diferentes nacionalidades.
Os participantes possuem, em média, aproximadamente 12 anos de experiência profissional.
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Directors
Profª. Dra Renata Giovinazzo Spers
Diretora Geral do Global C-Level & Board
Profª. Dra Samantha Mazzero
Associate Dean