Gabelli School of Business Abroad
Locations: London, United Kingdom
“Studying abroad in London was an incredible experience for me, and there were several aspects that I valued immensely. Firstly, the opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture was invaluable. Living in London allowed me to explore its rich history, diverse communities, and vibrant arts scene firsthand. Secondly, the academic environment, professors, and resources enriched my learning experience. Also, living independently in a foreign country taught me important life skills, and navigating a new city, managing my finances, and making new friends from different backgrounds was an unforgettable experience. Overall, my study abroad experience in London was a transformative journey that not only enhanced my education but also enriched my life in countless ways.”
— Jasmine Aiello, Spring 2024
Few locations in Europe rival London as a place to study world business. The Gabelli School allows you to complete your Fordham coursework in this European commercial center. Students may visit the headquarters of Jaguar and Barclays Bank, attend guest lectures with leaders in international business, or undertake a global study of social entrepreneurship.
Application for students who will be sophomores and register into a "cohort"
Program Details
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At the Gabelli School of Business in London, you will learn business in a European commercial capital while fulfilling your core and major requirements. You will learn from British executives and professors and take your learning outside of the classroom by visiting the headquarters of various U.K. businesses. Past business visits have included Aston Martin and the Chelsea Football Club.
For a list of business and liberal arts courses along with course descriptions and syllabi, please visit the London course page.
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Fordham London offers the opportunity to enroll in for-credit internships in partnership with local companies and organizations in a Fall, Spring, or Summer semester. Students intern concurrently while taking classes, and are enrolled in a required internship seminar. Internships are available in a variety of fields including fashion, consulting, non-profit management, environmental consulting, law, and politics. Students also have the opportunity to source their own internships, subject to approval by Fordham London.
Please note that students need a 3.3 GPA to be eligible.
For inquiries regarding internships, please contact [email protected].
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Fordham’s London Centre is located in the Borough of Camden in Central London, in a neighborhood called Clerkenwell.
The United Kingdom—England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland—is a diverse place full of contrasts, featuring a wide range of landscapes and cultures. London, the largest city in Europe, is a bustling cosmopolitan center of astonishing variety and interest that a visitor could explore for months without turning over every stone. The other regions of the U.K. are fascinating for their own reasons, each with a unique personality and history.
While based at Fordham’s London Centre, students may choose to venture from Cornwall in the far west to the Highlands and Islands of Scotland in the north. Cities such as Edinburgh, York, Durham, Chester, and Canterbury are reachable by an excellent rail network, as are areas of great natural beauty, such as the Lake District, the New Forest, and North Wales. And it’s only a quick trip to the Republic of Ireland or France, Spain, and Italy in continental Europe.
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Students are housed in shared student residences in residential areas in Zone 1 or 2, both of which offer a commute by public transport to classes at the London Centre and your chosen host university. The residences have self-catering facilities with a shared lounge. All of our housing is centrally located in London, in areas with shops and transportation and within reach of city attractions. Learn more about living in London.
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The London experience begins with a comprehensive orientation that acquaints students with health, housing, travel, academic, and safety information. Program costs typically include co-curricular activities in and around the city of London and one long weekend visit to another European country.
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The Fall semester runs from approximately the end of August through mid-December, and the Spring semester runs from approximately the beginning of January through the beginning of May.
Fall 2024
August 27: Students arrive in London
August 28 - August 30: Orientation
September 2: Classes begin
October 21 - December 25: Mid-Semester Break
December 9 - December 13: Final week
December 14: Students depart
December 24: Centre closes
Spring 2025
January 7: Students arrive in London
January 8 - January 10: Orientation
January 13: Classes begin
March 17 - March 21: Mid-Semester Break
April 17 - April 21: Easter Break
April 28 - May 2: Final Week
May 3: Students Depart